Here at that je ne sais quoi, we are fans of leather corsets… especially those that compose half of a very cute party dress. Despite the obvious homage to 80s queen Madonna, it’s quite a fashion forward piece. The exposed zipper and tulip skirt bring it right back up to trend. I’d love to wear it to a concert or for a night out on the town when it’s not as sweltering hot and humid as these past few days in New York. That’s the one downside of summers in the city – it’s tough to wear anything that’s not next-to-nothing! What have you all been wearing to beat the heat?

Dress: Elizabeth & James / Shoes: Nine West / Earrings: My own design