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It's time to swap out your current denim lineup for lighter fare from jeanious experts like Current/Elliott, MiH, and 7 For All Mankind. Laid-back dresses, breezy chambray-denim mixes, and of course, the quintessential pair of white jeans are making their way into stores and right into your closet. Shop them all now.

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Before hitting the Billboard Music Awards red carpet in blue sequins yesterday, Taylor Swift showed us how to look every bit as cool, all while maintaining a feminine flair. During a Beverly Hills shopping session with a friend, the singer tucked a printed top with an always-adorable Peter Pan collar into a burgundy pleated miniskirt. She then pulled in the perfect accessories: her favorite Mark Cross messenger bag, tan woven oxfords, and black Ray-Ban Wayfarers for an edgier finish. Next time you hit the retail circuit, reference Taylor's girlie-cum-cool creation and don't leave home without your favorite add-ons. To get similar pieces, shop our picks below.

Top all manner of ensembles — from dainty sundresses to high-waisted trousers — with a cropped jacket for a polished, grab-and-go Summer look. With silhouettes in every color under the sun and a handful of powerful prints, the cropped jacket will be your new favorite layer.

When taking stock of the biggest red carpet moments at the Cannes Film Festival, the standouts are pretty black and white — quite literally. The style set ditched their rainbow hues in favor of chic two-toned gowns. Just look to Emma Watson in Chanel, Jennifer Lawrence in Dior, and Carey Mulligan in Vionnet for the proof — and evidence of just how chic the black-and-white palette looks on a variety of evening gowns.

Sure, the color scheme is particularly hot this season, but it's also a classic. So whether you're looking to be at the forefront of fashion or seeking something a little more timeless for your wardrobe, a great black-and-white gown is kind of like the win-win of both style camps. It's an elegant, seasonless look that's bound to get you noticed at your best friend's formal wedding this Summer or your cousin's black-tie nuptials this Fall — or years from now. Need another reason to invest? We've pulled 12. Shop our editors' picks to channel a little Cannes glamour for your next big event.

Make a grand gesture this season in bold patterns from top print masters like Mary Katrantzou, Marni, and Proenza Schouler. There are pieces out there — from arty stamp patterns to eye-catching florals — for every Summer occasion. Wallflowers need not apply.

With rising temperatures, there's no time like the present to experiment with a sleek cutout piece. There's no reason why you shouldn't show a little skin this Summer, in pieces ranging from Opening Ceremony's crisp white tops to Michael Kors's little black dresses. See and shop our editors' top picks now.

The white dress is an undisputed player in every warm weather wardrobe and the latest cuts from Stella McCartney, Tibi, and Balenciaga will surely make you want to add one (or two) to your artillery. Our favorites range from sheath silhouettes to elaborately detailed lace numbers to scintillating minis. Shop more than 50 of our favorite picks below.