Although it can be comfy to just have your dress loose and free-flowing in the heat of Summer, to keep as cool as possible, the right belt can really transform that loose summer dress into a figure-accentuating number - a totally different outfit with just the addition of one accessory.

This week's Life and Style looks to Kate Bosworth for inspiration - the metallic belt she wore really adds a bit of edge to the washed out colors of her shirt dress. The other great thing about investing in a metallic belt like Kate's is it's one of those pieces that transitions easily from Summer to Fall!

To see some of my favorite metallic belts, read more

In case you were wondering, oversize shades aren't going anywhere. From the stars to the streets, biggie shades are still the preferred style of incognito. They even have major presence on eBay, like with these Vintage Brown Tortoise Sunglasses. These stunners are unique and super fun. Narrow-faced gals beware: these sunnies may make you look like a bug!

The current bidding price is at $0.01 (can we say deal?!) and the auction ends on Thursday, July 12. Good luck and happy bidding!

Besides having a huge sale section, Barefoot Tess is also now offering 40% off everything in stock until July 20th. Talk about being fashionably generous!

I like these Dolce Vita 'Gracie' Wedges, on sale for $75 (originally $92) because they're easy and breezy. Just slip them on with a pair of cropped jeans and you're ready to go!

Don't forget to enter code BIRTHDAY at checkout!