Fashion
5 Floral Summer Dresses
Nothing says summer quite like floral dresses. A classic cotton sundress with a simple shape is stunning enough on its own but when it features an allover floral print design, its a delight. Here are five fabulous floral dresses you will love to wear this summer and how to wear them.
How To Wear A Floral Dress
1- A floral-printed dress looks great with many different types of shoes including ballet flats, espadrilles, and sandals. Make your look even more stunning by getting a faux tan and layering a few pieces of gold jewelry
2- Make your favorite dress a little more conservative for the office by wearing a longish cardigan sweater or light jacket then cinching it at the waist with a belt. Add a large black tote bag and cream colored heels to balance everything out.
3- Turn your favorite casual day dress into something a little more dazzling for night by adding a pair of sexy sandals and a chiffon shawl.
Best Of The Web: May Links
What’s hot on the web this May? Check out the links below!
Getting married on the beach? FabSugar shows you how to find a beautiful wedding dress for sea-side nupitals.
Get a glow the healthy way. Women’s Health shares their favorite faux tanning products.
Not ready for bikini season yet? Daily Candy has get fit tips from celebrity trainer Tracy Anderson.
Total Beauty shows you runway makeup looks that the average woman will want to wear.
View the chicest looks from the Cannes Film Festival and get inspiration on Vogue’s website
iVillage lists the best SPF skincare products for your skin type.
A new look everyday! Go on a beauty challenge and play color chameleon for 30 days with BeautyRiot
In Your Beach Bag
If you are heading out to the beach or pool this summer, you won’t want to be without these amazing essentials!
The Beach Tote:Color-Block Straw Tote Bag $29.00 at Spiegel
This pretty color-block straw tote features full-lining inside with a slip pocket and metal silver handles. I love this bag’s colorful look and beachy vibe and I think that its the cutest beach bag I’ve seen all season!
The Sunscreen:Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protection Lotion SPF 60 $39.00 at Bergdorf Goodman
Get the highest rate of sun protection there is with this SPF 60 sunscreen. This PABA-free formula is also water-proof and sweat-proof.
The Lip Balm:Neutrogena Norweigian Formula Lip Moisturizer SPF 15 $3.49 at Drugstore.com
Protect your lips with a nourishing lip balm that also has the standard SPF 15.
The Shades:Gucci Large Round Frame Sunglasses $325.00 at Gucci
These sleek and sexy sunglasses feature a grey-gradient lens and offer 100% UVA/UVB protection. Never buy shades without sun protection otherwise that defeats the whole purpose of wearing them.
The Sandals:Scott Hawaii Lanui Tan Flip Flops $42.00 at Zappos
A pair of flat sandals like these will keep your feet protected and comfy when you are lounging in the sand.
A is for Abstract
Why choose just one color when you could have a multitude of shades to create something beautiful? Abstract prints have really caught on this season since they blend the uniqueness of modern art with a bit of youth rebellion. Who’s mother or grandmother would ever wear such funky designs? Didn’t think so!

Abstract Woven Dress $22.80 at Forever 21
90210 for Bebe
Admit it. One of the biggest reasons that you watch the hit teen drama 90210(Mondays 8:00 pm EST on the CW) is to find out what West Beverly High’s fashionistas are wearing.
Now thanks to the Bebe and 90210 fashion collaboration, you too can dress just like Silver, Annie, and Naomi. This hot collection includes sexy dresses, playful jumpsuits, feminine blouses, and classic trousers. Everything in this collection could only be described in a few adjectives: sexy, bold, and sophisticated. These are the kinds of clothes you’ll wear can take straight from the office to a dinner date with style! Look below for my most favorite pieces in the collection.

Silk Halter Romper $129.00

Silk Halter Jumpsuit $139.00

Sweeping Seam Knit Dress $119.00

High Waist Flare Pants

Silk Voile Ruffle Top $79.00

High Waist Flare Pants $98.00

Tuxedo Trousers $129.00

Fit & Flare Dress $139.00

Mesh Bodysuit $139.00
View and shop this entire collection at Bebe.
Maxi Dresses
A bohemian staple, the maxi dress hasn’t gone anywhere…yet. With long floor length skirts, strappy bodices, and gorgeous prints, maxi dresses are both sexy and easy-to-wear! Just add a denim denim jacket and gladiator sandals and you’re good to go. Here are my favorite maxi dresses in every price range.

Tibi Belted Strapless Maxi Dress $478.00 at Saks Fifth Avenue

Nanette Lepore Aqua Cheetah Dress $118.50 at ChickDowntown
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Cascade Print Maxi Dress $299 at Bebe

Nautical Striped Maxi Dress $39.90 at Alloy

Vix Swimwear Batik Long Cover Up Dress $165 at ShopBop

Meghan Los Angeles Lola Dress $449.00 at Couture Candy

Bo Strapless Long Dress $237 at Couture Candy

Embellished Maxi Dress $98 at Victoria's Secret

Chaudry Mauve Tiered Dress $98 at eDressMe.com

INC International Concepts Sleeveless Spaghetti Strap Printed Maxi $74.99 at Macy's

Blossom Print Maxi Dress $34.50 at Body Central

Point D'Espirit Maxi Slip $98.00
Hot Fashion & Beauty Apps
Here are a few iPod Touch and iPhone fashion apps that every fashionistas should have. You live and breath fashion, why not make your favorite phone or MP3 player all about it as well? Best of all, they allow you to save money for more fashion! So grab a cute notepad and pen, and write down these titles of apps for your iPhone/iPod Touch.
Gilt App Free on iTunes
Never miss a sale again! For those who already know about Gilt(a fabulous member’s only website that sends you exclusive sales and offers on designer clothes and homewares. This app not only keeps you updated, it also lets you shop, preview upcoming sales, and even book exotic getaways(on sale) through Jetsetter.
Elle Shopping Guide Free on iTunes
Whether you’re a frequent traveler or just scouting for the best boutiques in your hometown, Elle Shopping Guide is one smart app! You can search by location determination or city to discover the best shops, boutiques, and clothing chains in your area. Once you find a store you’re interesting in, tap the screen to discover insider tips, shop reviews, and much more.
Lucky Concierge App Free on iTunes
Shopping Lucky magazine has never been easier! Just browse by item, browse, or price to find the items(s) you love and shop for it directly via a link. You can also create wish lists to save for later shopping. Its awesome!
Shop Style App Free on iTunes
This app is actually a lot like the Lucky Concierge app except you’ve got a bigger selection to choose from including home goods and children’s apparel.
Allure Best of Beauty IShopper 2010 Free on iTunes
Even though this list is from last year, it is the most current list of Allure magazine’s approved products and its to-go! You can search by product or store and save your favorites to a list. You can also browse through a few Garnier hair-care how to videos.
Total Beauty Product Reviews Free on iTunes
The Total Beauty Product Reviews App is another smart shopping app. This one lets you search by product or brand, but unfortunately it doesn’t let you review products on it(you’ll have to use a web browser for that).
Sephora To Go App
Read my full review here.
Cheap Tees Are Chic
The cheapest way to expand your wardrobe is also the most fun! Tee shirts can be worn with denim, skirts, khakis, dressy pants, shorts, cropped pants, etc. You can easily dress one up or down depending on the look you’re going for. They also come in so many different styles: long sleeves, short sleeves, camisoles, graphic print, solid colors, v-necks, scooped necks…the list goes on. Here is a small sampling of both classic and fun tees.
Slub Jersey Off-Shoulder Dolman Top from Michael Stars, $54.00; Splendid Citrus Jersey Pocket Racerback Tank from Bluefly, $23.99; Animal Tie-Dye Stripe Tee from C&C California, $29.90.
Tokio Hotel Staring Tee from Hot Topic, $20.00; That’s Quacktastic T-Shirt from Snorgtees, $19.95; Cat Person Tee from Busted Tees $20.00
Rent The Runway Now Caters To Brides

L-R: Laila Azhar Indigo Fireworks Dress, Milly Southern Sun Dress, and Black Halo Desert Storm Dress
Rent The Runway is the premier source for women who want to wear designer gowns and cocktail dresses. Much like a hot young starlet who has a professional stylist on speed dial, the average Jane can now access the latest designer dresses right on her laptop. The best thing about this is that you don’t have to pay several hundred dollars for a trendy frock that you may only wear once in your life because you can rent the dress for way less than retail value. Note to readers–click on each image for a better look. Images courtesy of Rent The Runway.

L-R: Tibi Ready To Dance Dress, Tracy Reese Summer Swept Dress, Shoshana Purple Rain Dress
And now that wedding season is nearly upon us, Rent The Runway has a special segment of their online store dedicated to brides, bridesmaids, and wedding guests. With just a few clicks of the mouse, you can rent a designer bridal gown, bridesmaids gowns, and designer jewelry at the same time! But thats not all, Rent The Runway lets borrow dresses for all the small, but nonetheless important, nupital occasions like the engagement party and honeymoon.

L-R: Nicole Miller Breathtaking Becky Gown, Badgley Mischka Cute Caroline Dress, Nicole Miller Graceful Gia Dress, and Nicole Miller Humble Heather Dress
And don’t forget to check out their Bridal Report for smart tips on how to create your dream wedding.

Clockwise from left: Kenneth Jay Lane A-List Necklace, Trudelle Laker Doorknocker Crystal Earrings, Rodrigo Ortazu Narnia Cuff, Kenneth Jay Lane Rectangle Crystal Necklace, Kenneth Jay Lane Clear Drop Earrings, and Erickson Beamon Great Expectations Bracelet.
I Love: Eddie Ballet Flats from Tory Burch
Have you checked out Tory Burch’s newest flats? I love the super chic Eddie Ballet Flats for a variety of reasons.
1- These shoes feature a classic patent leather upper with elastic for stretch and comfort. They also have a rubber sole.
2- The Eddie Ballet Flat comes in eight amazing colors: Indian Ocean, Tory Red, Black, Royal Tan, Smog, Tory Navy, Purple, and Equestrian Orange.
3- These flats look great with everything from bohemian to downtown chic to classic.
4- I actually have a cat named Eddie–enough said.
You can purchase these chic flats at Tory Burch.















