Stripes will never go out of style, and this season's latest delivery from Michael Kors, Jason Wu, and Marc Jacobs is all about making a bold statement. From striking wide rugby stripes to more traditional nautical interpretations, see and shop more than 40 of the boldest striped pieces for Summer right now.
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Give yourself an extra lift this Summer in a pair of cool wedge sneakers from hot designers like Isabel Marant, Nike, Ash, and Chloé. These slick sporty kicks supply just the right amount of height without having to worry about sore feet the day after — in other words, the perfect fashion pairing. Shop the pumped-up renditions on the market right now.
Mark the seasonal shift in one of Summer's effortless must haves: the maxi skirt. The latest offerings from brands like Dolce & Gabbana, BCBG Max Azria, and Anthropologie featuring crisp white hues, bold prints, and beautiful botanical motifs are sure to give your warm-weather wardrobe an elegant, effortless touch. For all your weekend getaways and Sunday brunches, get in on the trend and shop our top picks below.
Jennifer Lopez gave us the inspiration for a beautifully feminine work ensemble while leaving the 2013 nuvoTV upfronts, when she tucked this Dolce & Gabbana sheer floral tie-neck blouse ($795) into a pair of wide-leg trousers. In true J.Lo fashion, the singer added major pizzazz to her covered-up look via rose-tinted aviator sunglasses, a black patent Jimmy Choo clutch, platform sandals, and a bevy of gold jewels, including Marina B earrings and H.Stern ring. Score Lopez's exact blouse to incorporate into your work wardrobe or shop other pretty floral blouses on ShopStyle. Then to take your floral top from the office to a party, just swap the trousers for leather (pants, shorts, or skirt) for a harder-edged twist.
Looking put together every day is no easy feat, but it's made much simpler with this easy outfit formula. We're taking our classic button-downs and giving them a trend-driven twist with a structured wrap skirt and a pair of block heels. It's not just that it looks good; these pieces are also equipped for comfort. A little wrap skirt will keep you cool (in more ways than one), even when the Summer heat wave strikes, and in case you're not typically the heel-wearing kind, these shoes offer enough support that they just might make you a convert. Of course, it's all about how you add it up — mixing print, a splash or color, or sleek metallics against a staple white shirt or basic black mini — that really makes a complete look click. Soak in the inspiration below, and shop your favorites to channel the same breezy polish that's perfect for day or night.
Shop outfits from left to right: T by Alexander Wang silk chiffon button-down ($383), Zara culotte shorts ($50), Zara crossover sling-back hologram sandal ($90); Tom Dolan & TM Thom shirt ($177), Topshop Origami pleat skirt ($70), Dorothy Perkins tan clean block heeled sandals ($59); Equipment Safari Green Pigment Dyed Washed Habotai Major blouse ($280), Kenzo graphic wrap skirt ($363), Kelsi Dagger buckle-strap heels ($120)
The mother of the bride and mother of the groom are leading roles on the big day, so it’s important to find dresses to fit the part. To give you the best sense of the bride's vision, we recommend you start shopping as soon as the wedding gown and bridesmaid dresses have been chosen. The length will depend on the formality of the occasion, and the color should complement the bride and not clash with the wedding colors. For elegant choices and shopping tips for the big day, read on.
We can't get enough of Zoe Saldana's always on-point red carpet looks for the Star Trek Into Darkness promotional tour, but we also welcome her casual approach to making the daytime press rounds. En route to an interview at The Grove in LA, the actress supplied us with not one but two inspirational shorts ensembles. The first one was by Emilio Pucci: a turquoise printed silk top and crisp matching shorts, both from the Fall 2013 collection. The other — a dusty-rose lace blouse with white shorts, both by Dolce & Gabbana — was entirely dainty. Zoe completed both styles with the same pair of turquoise peep-toe pumps for that unexpected pop of color. We've pulled together some Saldana-inspired outfits to get you inspired to make shorts a style mainstay. Shop our picks below.
That wedding invite might say "black tie welcome," but what does that really mean? Standard "black tie" means formal — men in tuxes and ladies in floor-length dresses. But "black tie welcome" or "black tie optional" lets guests know that while formal attire is not required, it's encouraged. While it lends a little more leeway for sophisticated cocktail wear, your festive sundresses and cotton maxis still won't suffice. Instead, look to elegant gowns or fancier cocktail dresses that have special embellishments to dress them up. The location and time of day are also dressing cues. Black-tie beach wedding? Breezy chiffon would be perfect. Upscale affair at a city hotel? Opt for something sleeker. Whatever the destination, click through for 21 dresses — at every price — to take to your next black-tie nuptials.
It's prime time to show off the hottest accessories for Summer, so to help kick off your search for the perfect accoutrements, feast your eyes on the ultimate breakdown. The must haves? Nicholas Kirkwood's jaw-dropping printed heels, tassel necklaces from Rachel Zoe, and a chic sunhat from Acne Studios. Vionnet's structural origami clutch is sure to turn heads at your next formal affair, and House of Lavande's art deco earrings are simply irresistible. Get your shopping fix with all of our picks below.
— Additional reporting by Danny Feekes
This story was produced in partnership with ASOS.
Warmer weather calls for cooler clothes — and we mean that in both senses of the word. Our recommendation? A seasonal shopping spree from UK-based, ultracool retailer ASOS, especially since starting today you can get $10 off when you spend more than $100 at ASOS. All you have to do is enter code POPSUGAR10 at checkout. The best part? This offer is good for both regular-price as well as discounted items, so stock up on Spring sale and Summer picks alike. But hurry, this exclusive sale ends on Sunday, May 19. Read on for a few of our current favorites.
