If the weathermen are correct, the coming months are going to be especially rainy, and nothing can sour your morning like an inside-out umbrella on your way to work or school. Thankfully, the clever people at Senz have put their heads together to improve upon traditional models. Don't let the wacky shape put you off; its award-winning, aerodynamic build is what gives it the strength to withstand winds up to 70 mph, keeping you nice and dry through the spring.

Whether your office attire is staid business formal or casually eclectic, the right pair of shoes can put a spring in your step while going about your daily routine. These modern, stacked-heel Cole Haan pumps are a fantastic update to the workday staple. The gentle, round toe is business appropriate; a flashy patent sheen is purely for pleasure. Plus, the well-disguised Nike Air cushioning inside makes them uncommonly forgiving after hours on your feet.

Dear ballet flat, the time has come for us to express our undying gratitude to your legacy. You're comfortable, you're tasteful, and you have all but eliminated the need for otherwise stylish women the world over to wear frumpy sneakers on the way to work while carrying sky-high stilettos in their tote. We're currently digging this version by Pedro Garcia, with a softly ruched heel wearable enough to take you from play date to date night.

Sometimes the easiest way to feel festive is with a fresh pop of color. These royal purple satin sandals from J. Crew work just as well with drainpipe jeans as they do with a party dress, and they're wearable enough to carry you through all those weddings of the season. Plus, they're all you need to inject new life into your tired black shift dress; though lately, we love pairing ours with unexpected colors, like navy or emerald green.

Admit it, it's hard to muster up the energy to don anything stylish when the weekend rolls around...and most of the people noticing what's on your feet are under the age of ten. Consider these lace-up tennies from Tretorn an effortless compromise. The subtle golden sheen and comfy rubber sole make for the perfect balance of glam and practical. When was the last time you got to feel fashionable on the playground?

Nude patent, the fashion world's favorite neutral of late, won't be going anywhere fast. The pale color elongates the leg, and the shiny, squeaky-clean leather is oh-so elegant. Why not carry the trend into spring with these peep toe pumps from Marc by Marc Jacobs? The silhouette feels demure-while the four-inch heel is anything but. Part career woman, part vixen, this is a shoe that should be in everyone's closet.

Spring is in the air, and we suspect you'll have some bunnies hopping through your home - especially if you visit Mahar Drygoods. Rusty the Bunny is just one of their new hand knit stuffed animals, meticulously made with 100 percent wool by a Montreal artist. Each creature (you can choose from rabbits or lambs) is dressed a little differently, with embroidered noses and black plastic safety eyes. So cute, and so spring!

The onset of boredom while on the road is next to unavoidable -- and doesn't make the journey feel any shorter. Next time you find yourself in a mid-level panic over what to do with the kids, turn off the Game Boy and look to Think-ets. The little mesh pouch holds a host of fantastical trinkets including a tiny building block, a horse, a silk flower, and twelve more to spark the imagination. Instructions for 10 different games come with the set, but these intriguing little figures may even inspire them to create their own.

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In need of some comfy, portable seating? We recommend Mia's floor pillows from Bliss Living, made in brightly colored patchwork prints, accented with covered buttons, and trimmed in dupioni silk. At almost two square feet, they're hefty enough to be extra cushy, and don't let the luxe fabrics fools you -- whether on your living room floor, inside a great blanket fort, or just in front of the tube, these cushions are made to be well-used.

We are always on the hunt for something small and desirable to hold other small and desirable things. Snapdesign's graphic makeup bags and coin purses are our favorites of late. Beautifully handmade in a variety of colors and styles and embellished with decorative top stitching, you can buy matching sets or mix it up. The leather holds up well in even the most high-traffic purses, and the zip closure will hold business cards, travel items, you name it!