3 Summer Women Trends, Day & Night

9 May 2010

The seasons ultra-feminine style is all about basic, wearable looks with a taste of ravishing detail.  Summer’s newest contemporary looks, below, are all about using the latest trends, from exquisite beads to lace in all the right places, to transform both casual and eveningwear pieces from humdrum to sizzlin’ hot!

Pretty Appliques By Day…

Wear this empire-waist tank top with capris or even a slim cotton skirt.  It’s comfy design offers an instantly pulled-together look.

Throw on the figure-flattering Applique Soft Slub Cotton Tank, available in 4 shades; $58 at Free People.

… Wonderland by Night

Eveningwear gets a youthful inspiration that’s full of wonder, mystery and a dash of danger!  The sexy fit of Sue Wong for Walt Disney “Alice Inspired” Floral Applique Dress ($328, at Saks) is one classic you won’t want to leave behind.

From Italy, by Design: Accessories of floral applique.  Armani Collezioni Beaded Floral Applique Bib Necklace, $495 at Saks.

Blouses for the Day Job Enjoy triple the trends: Ruffles and plaid in a great-fitting blouse! Marc Jacobs Low-Back Sleeveless Ruffled Plaid Top (right), $1100.  Dressy enough to turn heads, practical enough with your favorite suiting.

A Sheer Blouse for Night

This striking, versatile separate leaves just a little to imagine.  Floral-printed D&G Silk Chiffon Blouse creates a look not so innocent as it may first seem.  $445 at Saks.

Paisley Days…

A artfully-patterned, embellished dress is always in Summer style.  With an A-line skirt and adjustable bodice, this gorgeous piece is appropriate for any figure.  Free People Embellished Tube Dress features sparkling colorful beads, $188.

& Astonishing Nights Continue on the embellished curve atop a lingerie-inspired cami for glamor.  Beautifully dramatic Paisley Gauze Banded Cami sparkles with sequins, skinny straps and black lace. $78 at Free People.



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