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FASHION 411 GIVE ME A K… Wear a love letter for yourself— or your favorite jeweler. Diamond jeweler Kwiat unveils its exclusive new Initials collection this fall. The line features delicate necklaces ($1,375), each with a single lettered pendant in a cursive script like that of a personalized love note. Available in 18k white, yellow, or rose gold, the letter of your choice is elegantly accented with a Kwiat diamond. Wear a single initial as a sophisticated stand-alone piece or layer a few pendants in contrasting metals for a casual, youthful feel. Saks Fifth Avenue, The Shops at Prudential Center, 617-262-8500; kwiat.com Sophisticated travelers will love the new Louis. Daniela Corte debuts a leggings bar at her Newbury Street store. a leg up DANIELA CORTE PIONEERS THE CITY'S FIRST LEGGINGS BAR. Nolita leggings ($225) J eans now have a rival in the casual-wear depart- leggings bar at her Newbury Street atelier. Her mandarin mini ment—local designer Daniela Corte has opened a ready-to-wear Nolita leggings come in six flattering, high-quality fabrics, in colors nner legs and waistband. C including dark gray, navy, and burgundy, and clients can opt for a variation with a faux leather, riding-pant-style accent on the i inner legs and waistband. Custom orders are available upon request at the studio above the boutique. The leg- gings, which start at $225, pair perfectly with pieces in her Fall 2012 collection, such as the Paula top, Rocker acket, Mae Apron vest, and Heidi Mock top. The mili- ary-inspired collection—think nipped-in jackets that reveal a bit of skin at the elbows—explores the contrast between hard and soft. Corte balances the soft silk dresses and blouses in the new line with sequins, wools, weeds, and leather. She was also inspired by the warm ones of the season, including burgundy, chalk, and navy, which are reflected throughout the collection. 211 Newbury St., 617-608-4778; danielacorte.com BC LOUIS OPENS A SECOND LOCATION, BACK IN ITS ORIGINAL NEIGHBORHOOD. L upon request at the studio above the boutique. The leg- gings, which start at $225, pair perfectly with pieces in her Fall 2012 collection, such as the Paula top, Rocker j jacket, Mae Apron vest, and Heidi Mock top. The mili- ttary-inspired collection—think nipped-in jackets that reveal a bit of skin at the elbows—explores the contrast between hard and soft. Corte balances the soft silk dresses and blouses in the new line with sequins, wools, t tweeds, and leather. She was also inspired by the warm t tones of the season, including burgundy, chalk, and navy, which are reflected throughout the collection. 211 Newbury St., 617-608-4778; danielacorte.com 82 BOSTONCOMMON-MAGAZINE.COM UXURY RETAILER LOUIS RETURNED to its Back Bay roots with a recently opened 200-square-foot satellite outpost at the Mandarin Oriental. Situated in the hotel lobby, the small boutique serves as the ultimate gift shop, featuring a variety of apparel, accessories, home and apothecary goods, lifestyle books, and music. "The store is the perfect opportunity for us to connect with guests visiting Boston who may not be familiar with Louis and let them know who we are," says store owner Debi Greenberg. "The offerings there are ideal for the sophisticated traveler." Notable merchandise includes Christian Lacroix notebooks, Proenza Schouler handbags, Malin+Goetz toiletries, Bond No. 9 and Diptyque candles, Massimo Bizzocchi dress shirts, and Jason Wu sunglasses. The spot has a similar aesthetic to the Louis flagship at Fan Pier. 776 Boylston St., 617-603-2944; louisboston.com