EDITORS’ PICKS

Brownsfashion.com


Joan Burstein, one half of the husband-and-wife team that opened the original Browns shop in London 39 years ago, is credited with being a fairy godmother to talents like John Galliano, Alexander McQueen, and Comme des Garçons. Shop the choice of It designs on this site, and use the virtual changing-room feature to mix and match pieces.

Couturelab.com

Expect to find special items from high-end designers and artists from all over the world on this site started by Venezuelan-born Carmen Busquets. In addition to clothes, there's gifts, jewelry, home items, and a private lab that’s invitation-only. Tailor the newsletter to your tastes; you’ll get updates only on the designers, artists, and types of items that interest you. Also, work with CoutureLab’s bespoke service to generate your own one-of-akind jewelry and linens.

Forwardforward.com

Emerging and forward-thinking designers from all over the globe, like Vena Cava, can be found on this site, which is a spin-off of revolveclothing.com. The rare finds and exceptional quality don’t come cheap, but the free overnight and two-day shipping and complimentary return shipping on U.S. orders, is a pleasant additional.

Hsn.com

This is the only place online to shop for in-demand beauty brands like Givenchy, Prepared to Wear, and Iman Global Stylish makeup. The actual draw, however, is the live streaming video from HSN TV, including mesmerizing gabfests with beauty gurus such as Lauren Hutton and Napoleon Perdis.

Lagarconne.com

The utilitarian look of this site reflects its exceptionally well-cut offerings by the likes of Alexander Wang and Helmut Lang. There’s kid gear sprinkled in with the womenswear, and a every day newsletter that’ll keep you up to speed on the latest goings-on.

Luisaviaroma.com

This Italian-based site of the Florence, Rome, and Prato retailer (which opened its first boutique in 1930) offers the best clothes, shoes, and accessories from designer heavyweights—think D&G and Valentino. The pieces are costly, but there’s no charge for shipping, and savvy users snag items here that they’d be wait-listed for elsewhere. Sign up for the newsletter, and follow them on Twitter to preview upcoming collections.

Miostile.com

Like what you’ve seen on Jessica Alba lately? How about Gisele? Find the exact items your favourite A-listers are wearing on this virtual outpost of the Charleston, SC, shop. Need more celeb style secrets? Submit your e-mail, and the scoop on what Hollywood’s wearing will be sent straight to your inbox.

Oaknyc.com

Downtown, cool-girl stylish reaches the masses on this net site of the popular Manhattan boutique chain. Get on the mailing list for details about their stylish parties, and be positive to scope out the killer choice of shoes by Candela and Dolce Vita.

Otteny.com

Emerging and independent designers’ offerings are found on this site, which is connected to four New York shops of the same name. They love the peek-a-boo style guide’s look at what’s on deck next season and the can’t-miss steals inthe Sale and Outlet tabs. Need some help sorting through 3.1 Phillip Lim and Clu? For $35, personal shopper Natasha Devereux will help you put together a smashing look for a special occasion, like a friend’s wedding. For the same amount every month, she’ll keep you in fashionforward looks all year long.

Spiritbeautylounge.com

Shop for natural beauty brands like Jurlique and Patyka at this eco-conscious beauty site. (Its facilities are powered by wind and hydro energy.) Every month, it donates a portion of profits from a select group of products to a different charity (in September, 10 percent goes to Global Green USA).

Thisisauto.com

Husband-and-wife owners Renata Bokalo and Roman Luba created this virtual offshoot of their popular Manhattan mini department store. You can find home goods, bedding, jewelry, clothes, and books, and items for tiny ones, .