Knit to Perfection:
The perfect lightweight knit will serve double duty in and out of the office. Look for styles that can be partnered with dressed-down denim, or played up with a pair of leggings. Keep an eye pealed for interesting necklines and eye-catching silhouettes to amp up the style.
Silence & Noise Cowl Neck Tunic - $42.00
Silence & Noise Asymmetrical Ruffle Top - $48.00
Kimchi Blue Dolman Sleeve Flower Appliqué Top - $48.00
Kimchi Blue Antique Tunic Top - $48.00
All available @ Urban Outfitters
Press Stopping Printed Dresses:
Dresses will be your best summer flings with a variety of styles and silhouettes to choose from this season. From geometric, paisley, and Ikat the selection of prints are endless. When going for length with a maxi dress stick to styles with prints that are simple and not too busy.
Joie "Albury Mykonos" Printed Halter Maxi Dress - $208.00 available @ Bloomingdales.
When looking for a shorter options you can play up the colors and prints, because there is less dress it won’t be overwhelming.
BCBGMAXAZRIA Block Printed Matte Jersey Dress - $128.00 available @ Bloomingdales.
BCBGeneration Asymmetrical Mixed Print Dress - $118.00 available @ Macy’s
Keep the cut of the dress in mind – if you are bigger on top then you are going to want a style that will provide you with support such as a halter dress or a dress with straps. If you are more concerned about your bottom portion look for style that place emphasis up top such as an empire waist - keeping clear of styles with a low waistlines or low belted details.
Prints mixed with pleating, wrapping and ruffle details are all the rage
Alice + Olivia Mini Polka-Dot Bustier Minidress $352.00 available @ Bloomingdales
Don’t Flip or Flop – Step up, by stepping out in a great sandal:
With all the great choices of comfortable and stylish summer footwear there is no reason your presence should be announced by the rhythmic beating of your footwear. If mobility in the heat on a budget is your concern, trade in your flops for a great flat sandal. Gladiator straps, beaded details, and studding all add style bonus points.
Marc Fisher "Davin" Sandal - $79.00
Steve Madden "Charger" Sandal - $79.00
MICHAEL Michael Kors "Bristol" Sandal - Reg. $125.00 Sale $87.50
All available @ Macy’s
To get a step ahead of the pack add a heel with real get up and go. Again, added strap details will keep you trend right this season.
BCBGirls "Levona" Sandal - $98.00 available @ Macy’s
Or pick up the punch with interest in the heel
BCBGirls "Warren" Slingback Sandal - Orig. $98.00 Now $67.99 available @ Macy’s
Like the tinkling of a distant wind chime bangles always remind me of summer. They are a great way to express you personal style and put the finishing touch on any outfit. Look for pieces that work together with one another. They should be like little friends that you take along with you on your day’s adventure. Don’t think too much about being matchy to your outfit. When these pieces of jewelry standout in just the right way, they add a perfect pop of style.
Rainbow Sliced Bangle Set - $5.80
Raised Dot Bangle - $3.80
Athena Metal Bangle Set - $5.80
Color Stripes Lucite Bangle $5.80
All available @ Forever 21
So embrace each of these sunny style points this season and your summer is sure to be easy, breezy and carefree! And if it isn’t? Well, the nudist colony is always a backup plan…
~Written by Brian Ciabotti
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