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Welcome to the Hot List!
Photo: Courtesy of Saint Laurent Spring/Summer 2025, The Row, EB Denim, Chloé Spring/Summer 2025
A monthly column from fashion sourcer extraordinaireGab Waller.
This is a world in which I live and breathe, Waller says.
Let the fashion snooping begin!
Its a beautifully warm Los Angeles day and Im relaxing on my office rooftop.
pieces that offer the highest chance of utility to justify their cost.
Quality is a key component as well, to assure whatever you buy endures the test of time.
Without further ado, lets jump into it.
The proof is in the pudding, as the classic saying goes.
The Rows quality is unbeatable, and a classic gold kitten heel is a must.
A wardrobe item that will last the test of time.
A bold statement to make, but one expressed for a reason.
Theyve continued to iterate on the style over the years, and this one is a true investment piece.
You will own this jacket forever.
An iconic Savette style, that can be worn time and time again.
Endless use are two words that come to mind when I think of the Slim Pochette.
Savette
Symmetry pochette bag
SSENSE
Dries Van Noten Trench Coat
Every wardrobe needs a high-qualitytrench coat.
Im predicting it to be a top in-demand style.
Consider it your everyday workhorse that will stand the test of time.
That is the beauty of The Row.
As much as I truly love suede, it is harder to care for in time.
Denim on the other hand, is virtually indestructible.
My answer to the perfect LBD is Alaias newest Skater style.
Designed and shaped to perfection, it is an easy add to cart moment for me.
Skater mini dress
Loewe Gathered Leather Jacket
Loewe can do no wrong.
Its newest leather jacket in brown is the ideal example of that.
I personally love the gathered hem line, and the logo detail on the back (chic!).
Fast forward to the present time, and they have released a linen version in green.
Regardless of whether this pops off or not (very Gab lingo!
), this is a style that I immediately think of cost per wear.
It can be worn and styled in so many ways.
Cassandre shirt
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE
Chloe Iconic Chain Belt
The style name says it all.
This is the collection that placed Chloe back on the trending map.
This collection will be talked about in years to come.
The cherry on top is the slight logo placement.
The subtle logo placement is the exact amount of loud.
My most recent pair being EB Denims Low Rise Baggy style.
I audibly gasped when I put them on for the first time; they fit me to absolute perfection.
Denim is hard to get right, and EB Denim has it down pat.
This is my go-to denim brand.
I like that, and with that in mind, know that I would have this piece forever.
Balenciaga
Rodeo bag
Guest In Residence Sweater Tee
Guest In Residence is a recent discovery of mine.
The pieces are made from the most luxurious cashmere, and sold at a very good price point.
See for yourself just how incredible the quality is.
Generations to come will speak of it.
It is iconic Chloe, and does not get any better than this.
), look no further than this latest one-piece.
The wedge sandals were not only spotted on the runway, but guests were wearing them, too.
It createda moment, and it was reported on heavily.
If you like collecting pieces from certain designers final collections, this is the one to go for.
Jil Sander
embellished clutch
This week, one of my favorite emails entered my inbox.
It was titled: Introducing The Spring 2025 Collection.
I will admit Ive never opened an email with such speedandexcitement.
A brand we all know and love, The Row.
I was met with an assortment of pieces that I immediately said to myself:these will sell out.
Each year, whenspring collectionsbegin to drop, something in the air changes.
From a newraffiabag by The Row (I expect to see this everywhere!
Requests have begun trickling in fast, now is the time to snap them up.
), and the DMs went wild.
kindly note, they do run big, I would recommend sizing down one full size.
The one that has immediately caught my eye is the new Sol bag by The Row.
Available now for pre-order, Im making the call now that we will see this bag everywhere come summer.
Natural woven raffia is certainly increasing in popularity for the season ahead.
Cube 75 satin wedge thong sandals
The Row Emi Platform
Platforms for summer?!
Im preparing for the large inbound of requests for them (and to personally purchase my own pair).
My top pick is the new Emi Platform by The Row.
Already sold-out in multiple sizes, if your size is available, its time to snap them up now.
Fast forward a couple of months and I can see these being worn all over Europe.
The trending color is truly what seals the deal.
These are dubbed (and proven) to be one of thebest jeansaround.
It has happened on multiple occasions now, their shoes cant stay in stock.
Introducing the Harmonie, now available in natural multi-colorway.
Set your notifications on from nowthey will drop online.
Ive received a solid, steady amount over the years.
Im excited to see what they do this year as I expect it to be great.
Currently, their newest Angel Fish Tank Top caught my eye.
It touches on the fisherman aesthetic, and is the perfect layering piece for spring.
I expect this style to sell out.
The easiest add to cart moment I have personally had of late.
Kendall Jenner recently stepped out in this cap and cemented it as a key style to have.
As its produced in a multitude of different colorways, your options are endless.
Im anticipating a lot of sold-out styles for the year ahead.
Another easy add-to-cart moment.
Theyre so easy to style, and heading into spring, the options are limitless.
Wear them with shorts, over swimmers, dressed up, or dressed downI could go on!
Ive personally struggled to find a red suede clutch that I love, until now.
Better yet, it has also been produced in beige and navy.
From moto boho, to aquatic and ballerina-inspired designs, there is a lot to look forward to.
Lets get into it, because as it goesblink and they may be gone.
One trend that Im looking forward to is maxi or exaggerated suiting.
I wore it recently on a panel I spoke at in Vegas and can confirm it is 10/10.
A key piece for your work wardrobe.
To kick start the trend, this jersey minidress by Saint Laurent caught my eye.
Mix it with a leather jacket or leather biker boots to merge the hard and soft.
For these days, the belted miniskirt is the one to do exactly that.
Kickstart the color trend early by adding these into your wardrobe now.
As an added bonus, thong sandals are not going anywhere any time soon!
Burgundy will be a color that we will continue to see frequently in the season ahead.
These ballet flats by Gucci are the perfect introduction to that.
Prepare to see a lot more of these lace-up ballerinas this year ahead!
The styling options are endless.
Her pieces continue to sell out collection after collection.
Its already showing low stock across almost all sizes, and Im certainly not surprised.
We saw it heavily on various spring/summer 2025 runways, and it will really kick in come summer.
If youre looking for the perfect little pink dress for any upcoming occasion, this is the one.
I love the lower back detail, it couldnt get any chicer.
Every collection is better than the last, how is that possible?
Its the Miu Miu effect.
This rope keychain iterates on the nautical theme Miu Miu introduced last spring.
The speed in which their key pieces continue to sell out is nothing short of remarkable.
I love the layering options for this overall mini dress, theres no shortage of ways to style it.
I know an investment piece when I see one.
My top pick to kick off the trend are these bloomer shorts by Australian brand, Hope & May.
I personally lived in these throughout my trip to Australia last monththey also come with a matching top!
Produced in both ecru and black, they are already showing low stock.
I personally travelled in this hoodie and matching pants on my most recent (13 hour!)
The quality is incredible, and I couldnt recommend it highly enough.
This year has flown by!
With that in mind, naturally in my world, these pieces have sold-out throughout the year.
Im so grateful for every single interaction, including all your reposts on Instagram.
The most requested styles were its crochet pouch bag, collaboration with New Balance sneakers, and leather loafers.
As an absolute miracle, I have discovered a number of sizes available online in the loafers.
All I can say isrun!
The product that set it off?
My first request came through in April 2024, for the exact colorway that Im linking below.
Other top contenders have been their green suede, and beige.
), I am still receiving requests for them.
To ensure you have an option today, Im linking a few sizes to their pink sand shade.
Truly, a staple in any wardrobe, and a timeless investment that you will wear endlessly.
I couldnt rave highly enough about this style, and how versatile it is.
ballet flats remained consistent throughout 2024, in all colors and stylesincluding the fishnet style.
White is my top pick!
Their classic cotton corduroy field jacket was one of my bestselling jackets of the entire year!
Im feeling immense excitement by this rise, and what I expect will continue well into 2025 and beyond.
My top pick of the season is their newest Polo ID bag.
I personally own this style in black, and would you believe it fits my laptop!?
Its an immediate yes from me.
Their bestselling shoe from the year is their Eve boot, specifically in the burnt purple.
needs them in black.
They dominated my DMs for the entire summer period.
Already brewing interest, Im looking forward to seeing requests for this style amp up in the coming weeks.
Hint: they were produced in multiple colors!
The Andiamo (clutch and large bag), and the Bang Bang Vanity.
If youre looking fortheideal clutch, in an array of colorways, the Andiamo is the one.
large suede top handbag
Alaia Leopard-Print Calf Hair Over-The-Knee Boots
Leopard trended across the board in 2024.
Having recently launched and already showing low in stock, now is the time to secure your size.
For 2024, it was their Shield style that came out on top as the most requested.
As I jot down this, the add to cart button is calling my name!
With Pantone confirming Mocha Mousse as the color for 2025, nobody does this color better than Toteme!
A personal favorite that I had to include this month is this beautiful evening tank dress.
It was produced in macadamia, black, and white!
Im making the call now (based on clients already requesting pre-orders on it).
It has been produced in both black and pink.
Speaking of, this is a timely note that soft pink will trend heavily come SS25.
Im personally counting down the days!
Already showing low stock in all sizes, my sourcing radar anticipates this will sell out.
The perfect everyday tote.
