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Statement worthy earrings, bracelets, and necklaces are in the spotlight for spring.Large scale, precious stones and tribal inspired jewelry parade down the runways of top designers. 

Marc Jacobs tribal inspired bangles and necklaces gave the collection a fabulous synergy. Louis Vuitton opted for tribal-chic jewelry as well, the jewelry were larger in scale with innovative designs.

John Galliano had big hair, big headdresses and big necklaces. I guess big things come in 3s. Gucci's 'Spring Exotica' collection complimented with amorphous precious stones.

Snow and freezing temperature are not the only things guys have to worry about during cold season. Having and maintaining a well-balanced facial regimen is crucial this time of year. With our face being the exposed to the elements, prevention against dry flaky skin, chapped lips and breakouts is important. If you already have a regimen, it wouldn't hurt to revisit and make necessary changes that works best for cold weather.

With a couple of Crimes of Fashion, Valentino hasn't faired well here on TheSmartStylist.com. And just for the record, I'm not singling him out. I have the outmost respect for his creativity and consider him as one of fashion's most important and most influential person. As for the fashion offenders that I deliver into justice week after week, they can be a criminal this week and a hero the next. Besides life is to short to hold a grudge on something that's ugly.

Valentino Gladiator Sandal  Pre-Order $595.00 Saks

No offense, but I got tired of seeing flat heeled metallic gladiator sandals. They are in any and every store that sells footwear! Yet, oddly enough I've only seen a handful of people actually wearing them. Heeled, gladiator style and cut-out sandals on the other hand are hot right now. (l) Gucci 'Marion' High-Heel Sandals $995.00 Saks (r) Dior Cut-Out Platform Sandals $780.00 Saks

Fashion powerhouse Gucci delivers chic and trendy handbags once again with it's Cruise 2009 Collection. Handbags done in exotic materials like Python, Crocodile and tortoise accented with metal shells, brass hardware and white gold are bohemian luxury.

Also in the collection are guccissima leather and GG fabric in pink, mint and sky blue for those who prefer classic and chic Gucci handbags. These luxury handbags starting priced are from $725.00 up to $28,900! Yup, that's already a car. But hey, if you have the $$$ go ahead on splurge if you must.

Irina' Suede Shoulder Bag $1,750.00 Gucci	'Hysteria' Top Handle Bag $2,795.00 Gucci
'Irina' Crocodile Tote $28,900.00 Gucci	'Joy' Leather Boston Bag $2,250.00 Gucci

I was never been a fan of Gold jewelry, I'm more of a silver, white gold and platinum kind of guy. All that changed at least for now when I saw Gucci's new line of jewelry. The designs are clean and modern and quite tasteful. I also love the unique details like the purple floral etched amethyst on a gold chain earring and bamboo inspired designs. Priced just about right for jewelry. Heirloom worthy pieces.

Chiodo Necklace $1,595.00 Saks

Bamboo Bracelet  $6,600.00 Saks

Floral / Chain Earrings $2,155.00 Saks