Current obsession: Thom Dolan, an NYC-based women's clothing line started four seasons ago.

Top photos from the SS 2012 collection, bottom photos from the upcoming Fall collection. Shop the online store, or stop in to one of Dolan's retailers around the world.

The designer, Thomasine Dolan, told me that above all, she tries to make sure her collection expresses confidence and an independent spirit. Count me in.