Biker Chic

via The Sartorialist

via New York Times 

via Harper's Bazaar

Some of the chicest women in New York City ride bikes to reach their destinations and they do so quite fashionably. This summer, designers have taken note, incorporating bicycle motifs in some of the season's fabbiest prints. Maybe you don't have a Beach Cruiser or maybe you do. But you can effortlessly reveal your love for the nostalgic days of riding around the neighborhood in your wardrobe and in your home...

Tray/ Shorts/ Print/ Blouse/ Tank (only $8!!)

No helmet necessary.

By the way, there will be no Look For Less post today. If you're looking for deals though, I strongly advise you check out Neiman Marcus. All of their sale items are an extra 25% off now through July 9! This necklace and these jeans are definitely on my list...

THE Shirt

Signature Shirt in Python from The Shirt by Rochelle Behrens

There are two pieces of clothing that come to mind when I think of timeless American wardrobe staples- a great pair of jeans and a button down shirt. Ever since we women have been old enough to dress ourselves, these items, cut in different fabrics and fits, have undoubtedly been in out closets. While I'm not sure that any company has mastered the every-woman's perfect pair of jeans, there is a brand that has mastered the perfect button down shirt for women: The Shirt by Rochelle Behrens. 

Rochelle's success began in her quest to help women find a button down shirt that didn't gape at the bust. To help REAL WOMEN live and work gap-free, Rochelle invented brilliant dual button technology. The Shirt buttons just like any other blouse but in between the usual exterior buttons are interior buttons that fasten together to keep you locked and loaded. This technology also allows you to vary how low you keep your neckline without forcing you into extremes- so you can appear buttoned up in the boardroom and then release a button or two for an apres-work drink with a new flame. (Or if you're me, you don't have to wear a tank every time you wear a shirt that buttons!) 

image via The Shirt by Rochelle Behrens

Luckily, Rochelle's strategy and practicality comes in gorgeous options. The Shirt isn't just a plain white button down. Sleeveless versions, tunic options, patterns and prints are all offered in this savior of a shirt. It's even a favorite of another women's savior, Bobbi Brown. 

via BobbiBrown.com

Since discovering the genius of The Shirt, I've done a bit of daydreaming...

The Shirt Signature Sleeveless Top/ Ray Ban Aviator sunglasses/ House of Harlow necklace/ J. Crew shorts/ Dolce Vita sandals/ MICHAEL Michael Kors bag

The Shirt floral top/ Carolee pearls/ J. Crew pencil skirt (on sale!)/ Kate Spade pumps/ Foley + Corinna bag (on sale!)/ Filofax organizer

The Bow Shirt/ Topshop shorts/ Stella McCartney bag (similar)/ J. Crew flats/ pearl studs 

Check out The Shirt's site and let me know which piece(s) you're loving. Or if you already have one, let me know which one it is so that I can copy you!