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You know what they say about March—it comes in like a lion and goes out with a gala. One sure-fire way to stand out among the flurry of black-tie ensembles this spring? Carrying a bejeweled clutch from Judith Leiber Couture, whose collection of small decorative bags called minaudières, encrusted with Swarovski crystals, get scooped up by everyone from A-list celebs to first ladies as soon as they hit boutique shelves. This sparkly monarch is currently perched at Encore Boston Harbor’s Wynn Collection boutique alongside an exclusive clutch inspired by the “high roller” tapestry design of the casino’s carpet. All you need to do now is land the perfect gown to match.

Judith Leiber Couture “Butterfly Monarch” crystal-encrusted bag with leather interior, $5,195, Wynn Collection.

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It took the humiliation of having to carry her personal items around a U2 show in a Ziploc bag for Laura Baldini, cofounder of the popular chainlet Mother Juice, to realize she needed a handbag that would pass Gillette’s stringent security regulations and look fashionable. Her solution? Design her own. Enter the Flie, a new line of see-through clutches and totes that meet the size and material requirements for all NFL stadiums and the majority of large concert venues. Available online and at the Four Seasons One Dalton spa gift shop, the lightweight, transparent bags feature sleek Vachetta leather straps dotted with gold hardware. Available now, in time for the Super Bowl, are fanny packs, phone cases, and pouches to organize smaller items—perfect for stylish Patriots fans and concert-goers who’d rather save their Ziplocs for leftovers.

“The Tailgate” plastic bag with leather trim, $240, the Flie.

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An extra-soft tee, jeans that hug in just the right places, and sneakers with scuffs that add character. It typically takes years to achieve this level of perfect imperfection in your wardrobe staples, but with the opening of Golden Goose’s very first Boston store, you can have them hanging in your closet this afternoon. Started almost 20 years ago by two young creatives looking to disrupt the luxury fashion industry, the Venetian apparel company blends Old World craftsmanship with new-school distressed finishing techniques to achieve its now-signature lived-in look. The smudges and paint splatters on the brand’s sneakers, for instance, aren’t accidents; they’re painstakingly created by hand using special brushes. Duck into Golden Goose’s shiny new Copley Place boutique, covered entirely in aluminum foil and outfitted with galvanized-steel furnishings, and walk away with a pair to call your own.

“Superstar” leather-and-shearling sneakers, $605, Golden Goose.

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Have you ever gone outside on a perfectly crisp fall day when the trees are exploding in shades of red and orange and felt inspired to write a poem, ink a drawing, or otherwise pay homage to nature’s beauty? This striking necklace was born of the late jeweler Jean Schlumberger’s desire to do exactly that. Originally crafted in 1956, his design was re-created in 1986 and launched once more this year for Tiffany & Co.’s high jewelry collection. Its leaves and lattices, made from round, brilliant diamonds and sparkling baguettes with stems of gold, hang at slightly crooked angles, as if they’re blowing in the breeze—but thankfully, this stunning foliage won’t fall when the season ends.

“Trellis” diamond, platinum, and gold necklace, price upon request, Tiffany & Co.

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No face is perfectly symmetrical—why should your earrings be? Handmade with a selection of vintage stones, antique objects, and semiprecious gems found on designer Grainne Morton’s travels, these mismatched sparklers share the same silhouette but tell two very different—yet equally beautiful—stories. “They’re definitely a statement…but not too precious that you can’t wear them every day,” says Tina Burgos, who recently started carrying the Scotland-made jewelry line at her Needham boutique, Covet + Lou. So go ahead, embrace asymmetry: It looks good on you.

Grainne Morton “Pyramid” 18-karat-gold-plated drop earrings with gems and found objects, $1,040, Covet + Lou.

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It’s not often that a college hobby becomes a career. As an undergrad, Christina Fagan spent her downtime knitting, much to the amuseument of her sisters, who suggested she start a business called Sh*t That I Knit. Several years later, the joke’s on them: Fagan now runs a Boston-based company called exactly that, selling merino wool and alpaca wraps, hats, and neck warmers hand-knit by a team of 170 women in Lima, Peru, who are able to bring in an income from home while still caring for their families. Looking to expand her collection into other seasons, this summer Fagan is rolling out earrings woven in straw and raffia as well as these cheerful totes, which take 10 hours to crochet and are lined with unique fabrics designed by another local creative, ceramicist Jill Rosenwald. And just like that, knitting is cool.

“Ainslie” cotton tote, $225, Sh*t That I Knit.

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Denim has come a long way. From its humble origins as durable workwear, it now shines everywhere from the runway to the boardroom. Local designer Daniela Corte has elevated this treasured wardrobe staple even further with her waxed-jeans collection, produced in Corte’s native Argentina and then hand-painted to order by Boston artist Heloisa Fitzgerald. Whether dressed up with heels or down with sneakers, the pants have just the right amount of color to turn heads—a true masterpiece, indeed.

Painted waxed pants, $595, Daniela Corte.

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What’s practical, breathtakingly beautiful, and worn by both Jay-Z and Natalie Portman? The answer lies behind the doors of Boston’s brand-new Richard Mille boutique, opening on Newbury Street this spring. The Swiss watchmaker is famous the world over for blending high-performance technology with a fine-jewelry look. Take this new addition to the women’s collection: Dreamed up by designer Cécile Guenat, the limited-edition Talisman series showcases art deco lines and a gem-set face inspired by ritual masks and tiaras, with an automatic tourbillon movement—a mechanism designed to counteract the effects of gravity—that makes each timepiece a true tour de force.

RM 71-01 “Talisman” titanium-and-gold watch with diamonds, mother-of-pearl, onyx, and black sapphire, $425,000, Richard Mille.

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Bostonians are nothing if not practical. We eschew flashy cars for Priuses, trendy fashions for long-lasting styles—which makes the American heritage brand Filson a particularly welcome addition to the Seaport scene. Founded in the 1890s to keep prospectors dry and warm during the Gold Rush, the Seattle company churns out high-performance outerwear and rugged leather and canvas bags perfect for snowy days. “It’s truly an exercise in restraint to produce something that is simple and minimal, yet elegant,” says chief creative officer Alex Carleton, a New England native. New this fall is the label’s field watch: Made in collaboration with fellow heritage brand Shinola, it’s built to withstand the great outdoors and blend with business casual. In other words, being sensible never looked so good.

Stainless steel field watch with leather strap, $350, Filson.

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Just because you’re a grownup doesn’t mean you can’t be comforted by a teddy bear. Introducing Max Mara’s iconic “Teddy Bear” coat: Initially dreamed up during the 1980s and finished in a long-pile, shaggy fabric in the same German mills used to make high-end children’s toys, the classic caramel-hued silhouette was recently rediscovered in the brand’s archives by creative director Ian Griffiths. The newest incarnation, now lovingly crafted in Italy and available in Max Mara’s Newbury Street store, made its debut last year and is finally part of the label’s permanent collection, with fresh colors such as pink, leopard print, and red being introduced this season. Your childhood toys will surely be jealous.

“Teddy Bear” faux-fur-and-silk coat, starting at $3,590, Max Mara.