The best way to elongate your legs, without some ridic new surgical technique?

By wearing nude or flesh-toned heels.

The color literally goes with everything and looks classic and chic.

We love this patent Moda Spana 'Edda' pump for its understated simplicity and saucy peep toe, plus it's lightly padded so it's even pretty comfy too.

The best part? It's on sale from $80 to just $56 and overnight shipping is free -- yes, free (returns are free too, so no hard feelings if it doesn't work out).

Go nude at Endless!

The key to fabulous style?

Shaking things up.

Instead of wearing your beautiful and classic diamond studs every single day, why not switch things up with these unexpected, delicately cool key studs by Gara Danielle?

They'll look chic and original with whatever you're wearing and they're also a steal. Marked down from $58 to just $40, pick up a pair at the Shopbop sale, where you'll find hundreds of coveted items at up to 70% off (plus, shipping is FREE!).

While there, be sure to scope out lots of other great deals and treasures. We're partial to the jewelry department where we found our favorite Laurel Denise necklaces for as low as $24 (originally $83). We say buy one now for your best friend, sister, mom and niece and your Christmas shopping will be done before you hit August.

Sweet.

Shop the Shopbop Sale!

If Chanel's coveted two-tone tights are any indication, we'll all be knocking our socks off to get into drool-inducing tights and legwear this fall.

We say why not get a head start and make everyone you know envious with your avant-garde taste by scooping up a pair of these Look From London peacock feather tights while you can (because we are certain they will sell out as fast as those pricey Chanel numbers)?

Compared to $230, these seem like a steal at just $30 at ModCloth.

Take a peek!

Two looks we love for fall? Ivy league and menswear-inspired anything. Sometimes borrowing from the boys can be a good thing.

Especially when it's updated for a woman's body.

Like this perfect cropped blazer. Very Rachel Bilson, this will look as good over a tank or tee as it will a crisp button-down, though we're seeing it with anything striped.

It's also a perfect piece for pairing with overly girly dresses, as the mix of boy meets girl always looks fresh.

Best of all, it's a steal for under $70.

Take a peek!

Looking for a casual but cool hoodie that's more downtown than logosized and that doesn't look like it's made for your 14-year-old cousin?

Get your clicks on a handmade hooded sweatshirt from New Zealand designer Victoria n' Bird.

We love the subtle detail of the grey and blue striped front panel, as well as the gathered sleeves, which creates a slight puff effect.

Pair it with some tres cute leggings and you'll be the coolest gym bunny on the block.

A short sleeve version is available too, as is a super darling scarf made from designer Karen Walker's balloon-print sweatshirting (we heart Karen Walker!).

Take a peek!

{Click here for Project Runway scoop!}

Are you ready for the latest buzzword in fall fashion?

No, it's not ferosh. It's not girlicious. In fact, it's quite the opposite.

It's...drumroll please...boyfriend!

Whether you have one or not, prepare to start seeing boyfriend jeans and boyfriend cardigans everywhere in the next few months.

We love the look. It's collegiate. It's classic. It's cozy. And, unfortunately, if you buy what was actually on the Fall 2008 runways, it can cost you nearly the price of tuition for a semester (well, maybe at a nice community college anyway).

But thanks to our internet addiction, it's cheap (yet still totally chic).

We found these super cute striped cardies at teen haute spot Delias.

Haven't been a teen since the original 90210? Simply order a size up.

Shop here!

P.S. Click here and get 15% off your order with code SHOP15D through 7.30.08 or
click here and get free shipping on orders over $25 with code DWHAFF through 7.30.08!

We interrupt Sweater Week to bring you the only thing that could be more important: Project Runway!

Episode two airs tonight, which means if you want to bid on any of last week's frocks (or Blayne's geriatric playboy number), you only have a few more hours.

Where to bid?

ProjectRunway.com.

That's also where our very own editor Kelly Lee will be blogging her picks, predictions, rants, raves and faves. You can also catch her Project Runway: Behind the Seams installments in the BussBuss blog! Be sure to check in every week after the show.

Not only will she be dishing on the designers' creations and tracking Blayne's tanorexia and overuse of words ending in "licious," she'll tell you how you can get the looks created on the PR runways, give you the scoop on where you can buy some of the contestants' work NOW, show you how to win Project Runway goodies, and even tell you what your former fave designers are up to.

Check out ProjectRunway.com!

See the BussBuss Blog!

Welcome to day two of Sweater Week, where we get to share our obsession for staying warm with the likes of you and your fah-bu-lous self.

As people who rack up a lot of frequent flier miles, we're big fans of long scarves and wraps. Not only can they double as blankets on the plane, you can also wrap them around those nasty used pillows the airlines provide for more restful slumber. And, they just look so chic on chilly days and nights, when you're sipping your fave drinky drink oceanside or at that hidden outdoor cafe.

Which explains why we are la-la-loving this airy ribbed cashmere wrap. It's super generous size makes it very versatile and we love that we can nab it in dreamy heather oat or classic black.

The best part? It's normally $99, but since Nordstrom is having their great anniversary sale, you can get it for just $64. But only until August 4, when prices on fall items go back to their regular price.

Be sure to take advantage of the sale while it lasts and find lots of other fall goodies (shoes, bags, denim) for prices that won't be as low until after Christmas.

Shop the sale!

p.s. Get free shipping when you spend $200 or more, too!

Discovery Channel has Shark Week, but as Mark Twain never said "The coldest winter I ever spent was a summer in San Francisco," so BussBuss is kicking off Sweater Week. For our own selfish needs. Hoping those of you prone to chills even in 90-degree weather (like us) will enjoy.

The hunt for cashmere that won't break the bank has become something of a competitive sport here at BussBuss HQ (thank goodness, as it's the only cardio we're getting these days -- we're too cold to do anything else).

Sure, Old Navy had some good cashmere sweaters last year that were scooped up faster than Manolos at a sample sale. But unless you're lucky enough to live by an Uniqlo, where you can find some cashmere sweaters in the $60 range, scoring cashmere that's affordable is about as easy as looking like someone on The Sartorialist, which is to say easy in theory, but much harder in execution.

Luckily though, we were in the frame of mind of bringing sexy back and remembered our unfairly hot friends at Victoria's Secret.

The real secret? Skip the bras and panties (all of young Hollywood does!) and head straight for the sweater section, where you can acquire ivy league-esque silk and cashmere boyfriend cardigans for a mere $29.

Keep the look Mary Kate-grunge by wearing an American Apparel tee underneath or go for a more polished look, a la Blair Waldorf, with a white button-down and belt your lovely concoction at the waist.

More styles, including turtlenecks and v-necks, in a slew of colors await.

Take a peek!

If you've been jonesing to try out some eco-fabulous clothing, but haven't quite been able to wrap your mind around the fact that it usually costs so much more, then get your fab fingers to clicking over to Green With Glamour.

Finally, you can score some gorgeous green gems at a fraction of the price (25% off).

We're loving the Super Lucky Cat tops -- each is made from vintage fabrics and is one-of-a-kind, and now less than $50 a pop...er, top.

There are some great dresses, bags, sunglasses and more that all evoke an arty ingenue vibe, so if you're a fan of Mary Kate, Selma Blair or Kate Hudson's styles, you're sure to love these treasures.

Take a peek!

Chicago's our kind of town, Chicago is, but we still can't wait to finally be back in San Francisco.

The first thing we want to do? Leave (we know, we have problems) and head north to Marin for a picnic in the warm California sunshine.

What we'll be taking with us?

This cheeky picnic table condiment holder.

We think it would be such a fun hostess gift for that next summer BBQ you're invited to, as well.

Take a peek!

Do love jewelry as much as we do, but aren't exactly a fan of in-your-face glamazon bling?

Then you'll likely love Melissa Joy Manning's treasures as much as we do.

The California designer seductively melds the modern with the traditional, the rough with the pretty, the unexpected with the organic.

And if you happen to be a bride-to-be and are dreaming of a truly one-of-a-kind engagement ring, prepare to swoon (and remember, as Carrie Bradshaw proved in SATC, you can totally marry yourself to justify your acquisition).

While there are some beautiful necklaces and bracelets and we already have the engagement ring of our dreams, we're fawning like Bambi over the unusually spectacular stud earrings and standout cocktail rings.

Are you up for some new treasures?

Then, take a peek!

After flying from San Francisco to Amsterdam to Norway to Amsterdam to Chicago, BussBuss is le pooh-ped. Jetlagged. Or, shall we say, jethagged.

And while we could go on about beauty solutions to make us look perkier, we'd rather just sleep.

All.

Day.

Long.

How to block out that gorgeous Chicago summer sun?

With a firecracker of an eye mask by Hambone and Jennicakes, of course.

We're sad we missed them at last weekend's Renegade Craft Fair in San Francisco, but thank the Internet gods and sfgirlbybay for leading us to them.

Take a peek!

This little piggy went to market.

This little piggy stayed at home.

And this little piggy went "Wee! Wee! Wee!" all the way to BussBuss' home.

What could be cuter as a hostess gift than this little piggy wooden cutting board?

Not much.

Which is why we're totally making it part of the fam by scooping it up right now from one of our absolute favorite gift shops The Spoon Sisters.

We've loved Jane Mayle ever since we dwelled in the same neighborhood as her fah-bu-lous Manhattan boutique.

But, we never could quite cough up the green to actually own any of the ah-mazing bags, accessories or clothing by the covetable designer.

Which is why we're SO excited to score this 60% off coupon code on her spring collection (thanks for the heads up Refinery29!).

We love the Circus Braid belt, originally $175, now just $70 with the code, as well as all of the bags. They're just so darling and different from everything else out there in Fashion Land.

Treat yourself before it's all scooped up. Simply enter coupon code maylss8 at checkout.

Take a peek!

In need of a fabulous frock to knock the Loubies off of the most in-the-know fashion insiders (perhaps you're planning your NY Fashion Week wardrobe already...or just have an art gallery opening to attend)?

Indulge in a one-of-a-kind dress from Barcelona label Cocotte.

Based on the idea of a creative, independent, romantic woman with natural elegance and a strong sense of humor, we're loving the interesting cuts and playful details (pleating, copper, stud and chunky Swarovski crystal buttons, peter pan collars, golden grommets, puffy sleeves, to name but a few covetable details).

We're dying to own any of the dresses or skirts in the African wax cotton, but are also eyeing some of the softer solids.

To view photo inspiration, head to Cocotte's blog.

Or, to buy in a click (custom orders also available), shop Cocoette on Etsy.

Did someone you know recently graduate and you still haven't nabbed her a gift? Or does your struggling artist friend have a birthday coming up?

Why not get her the perfect gift?

The Ramen Spoon/Fork by Masami Takahashi was originally created for use at the popular Sugakiya ramen noodle restaurant chain in Japan, but we think it's perf for your ramen-eating friends.

Make it extra special by buying some packs of ramen -- or ten (heck, aren't they 10 for $1?) -- and this Grumpy Girl 'I Cook Instant Ramen on Certain Holidays' tee and creating the yummiest and funniest gift basket ever.

Have you noticed the rise in rompers lately? And we're not talking about those for the kindergarten set.

While we realize they're not for everyone, we've seen many an adorable hipster girl making them work big time (plus, they're much easier than dresses for riding your bike and running around town -- hello, no panty peek-a-boo!). And if you've got great legs, why not show them off this summer?

The easiest way to work this retro, unexpected look, which we could totally see vintage Carrie Bradshaw donning?

Super laidback as a beach cover-up. Just pair with some chic sandals and your fab swimsuit and you're out the door.

On cooler days and nights, we also love them paired with monotone leggings or tights and flats with a little cardigan on top. We saw the cutest girl rocking this look at the Murakami exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum a few months ago and have been inspired ever since -- she looked like a perfect, pint-sized Rockette.

Or, make like Nicole Richie and glam your romper up with some fab heels and a chic belt.

Whatever your choice, you can nab a darling romper, without giving away the rent, right here and here!

In the spirit of the Fourth of July and having the right to vote, not to mention our undying love of animal accessories and soft spot for Jonathan Adler, we present these cheeky elephant and donkey ceramic banks.

A super cute baby gift for your fave future republican or democrat, as well as a fun retirement gift for your hardened republican or democrat, as peeps who tend to see both sides with rose-colored Gucci-knockoff glasses (kidding), we'll take one of each, thanks.

Why not treat yourself to an Independence Day prezzie? You're worth it.

Plus, it'll finally give you somewhere to put all your change and will be the most carefree pet you'll ever have.

Take a peek!

p.s. BussBuss is off for the long weekend! We hope you have a fabulous Fourth of July and look forward to seeing you next week, where we'll be bussing from the Nordics and the Netherlands!

How does your garden grow?

Well, since we live in a city flat with no yard, it doesn't grow so much.

But that won't keep us from getting our flower fix.

Instead of mulch and mayhem, we're opting for a vintage-style flower ring from Twist Style.

Like a corsage for your finger, we think they'd make a sweet birthday gift for your BFF, a fab bridesmaid gift or simply a happy treat to yourself for being so fabulous.

And, because they're a bargain at under $30 each, you can easily collect multiples for a whole bouquet of vintage-style loveliness.

The best part? They'll never wilt.

Take a peek!