Into Now: 6.1.12

For the past 25 years I have hated paisley, but suddenly with Memorial Day behind us it feels fresh and fun for summer. These Citizens of Humanity jeans are a subdued take on the omnipresent printed jeans trend and J.Crew's version looks almost like a bandana print--perfect for backyard BBQs or chic gardening (my next plant will be a split-leaf philodendron). It is important to pair this print with bright colors like these leather espadrilles to avoid looking frumpy.

Citizens of Humanity Avedon Paisley-print Jeans, J.Crew Antique Paisley triangle top, Crate & Barrel To Go Containers, Zespa Leather Flat Espadrilles

Check out my other "Into Now" posts as well.

Thakoon for Nars Nail Polish Koliary

All of the Thakoon for Nars nail polish shades are amazing, but Koliary is going to be my go-to summer color.

Thakoo for Nars Koliary, $18, at Sephora.com

Trend: Lips

Strangely, completely unrelated to the return of Schiaparelli, lips are making a big splash. From glossy enamel puckers to more minimalist gold interpretations this surrealist icon is having a moment especially in jewelry. I love the idea of wearing a bold kisser, but it definitely makes a statement. Would you wear this trend?

Solange Azagury-Partridge Hot Lips Ring, Aurelie Bidermann Red District Necklace (frequently seen on Man Repeller), Fucci House Gold Lip Ring (seen before here), Nora Kogan Man Ray Lip Cuff

Need: Pamela Love Spiked Earrings

Pamela Love's Spring collection is my favorite from the designer. She took one of my favorite inspirations, the American Southwest, and modernized the shapes and materials in a beautiful way. These earrings are my favorite from the collection. I am always drawn to earrings with unique backings and the silver spikes on these are just right.

Pamela Love Silver and Lapis Lazuli Spiked Earrngs, via Net-a-Porter.com

Guess 30th Anniversary

As part of their Thirty Sexy Years campaign, Guess has reissued updated versions of the classics that appeared in the ads spanning that time (featuring notables like Claudia Schiffer, Anna Nicole Smith and Drew Barrymore). I chose the Beverly Sophie Gingham Pant because they are classic and a bit daring. We all know that Guess has sexiness down pat in their ads, but I love the sense of adventure that their cast of women brings. In a lot of ways living in New York has that same feeling. Around every corner there could be some new wonderful experience. These pants are the perfect item for that because by changing just one item you can completely transform their look. One minute its grabbing a coffee or shopping for flowers, the next, who knows.

All photos by Mark Iantosca

Visit See Jane, That's Chic, Stripes + Sequins and Blonde Bedhead for more takes on Guess' Thirty Sexy Years.