Hot Ways to Stay Cool: Your Guide to Summer Fashion

Summer is here and that means going out, staying out and looking good. Pick up the following essentials to keep on looking hot while staying cool!

1. Metallics

Metallics are super hot this year. Tons of designers are coming out with metallics in a variety of shades, the shinier the better. Just don't over do it, you don't want to look like you are boarding a spaceship to return to your home planet. Try mixing a piece or two into your everyday apparel. Not that daring? Add a hint of metallic in with your accessories. A great silver purse or bronze shoes will look fab with a ton of different outfits.

Great picks

Mossimo Parry Patent Cork Slide Wedges, currently on sale at Target.com for $12.49

Furla "Virginie" Metallic Handbag, Bloomingdales $480

BCBG Max Azria Metallic Jacquard Shift Dress, Nordstroms $260

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2. Romantic

Another summer must is something soft, sweet and romantic. Pretty Pastels, ruffles, and pretty, flowy dresses are very in. This look is great for a date night or girls night out. Try pairing a super sheer gauzy top with a cute denim skirt or capri pants. Finish the look with flirty sandals and you are ready for a night out. For a low budget fix, try adding romantic accessories: beautiful hair pins, dainty necklaces and delicate scarfs to the clothes you already own!

Great Picks

Nanette Lepore "Love Child" Crochet Dress, Nordstroms $240

Cynthia Steffe Cutaway Lace Dress, on sale at Blomingdales $104.90

Xhilaration Sable Eyelet Ballerina Flats, Target $14.99

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3. Heart

Yup thats right. No shape or pattern is hotter than a heart. Expect to see them everywhere: on jean pockets, purses, T-shirts and tote bags. They will be hanging out in their more traditional tones of red and pink, but expect to see a few surprises. Metallic, animal print and camouflage hearts are making it big as well as bold, bright colors. Word of the wise: One or two heart pieces are really more than enough for an outfit. You don't want to end up a walking, talking Valentine's Day card!

Great Picks

I heart "whatever" shirt, www.Iloveanything.com, Personalize your own $14.99-$24.99

Juicy Couture Heart Long sleeved Terry Hoodie and Pants, Bloomingdales $110-$128

Metallic Heart Charm, COACH $28

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4. Embellished Sunglasses

Last year over-sized sunglasses were the latest rage. If you bought a pair, you made a good investment. They still are super in, but now they have found a way to be even more noticeable (believe it or not!). Sunglasses decorated with rhinestones, grommets and studs are the new summer rage. These are an absolute must have. Before you go buy a new pair, stop by your local craft store and check out their beads, stones, and whatever else you think you may be able to throw on your old ones. A DIY job may save you a little dough.

Great Picks

Women's Embellished Sunglass in black or white, Old Navy, On Sale $8.00

Posey, COACH, $188

SW Rhinestone Sunglasses, www.sunglasswarehouse.com, $19.99

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