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Rachel Roy Classic Skort

This woven tweed skort would look cute dressed up for a night out with the girls or down with a plain white tank top. Plus, the pockets add to its multi-functionality.

Vanessabruno Skort in Noir

For a different skort than we’re used to seeing, try out this loose-fitting asymmetrical skort, made even more comfortable with a waist tie. Complete the look with cute suede ankle boots and a loose-fitting silk blouse!

Kenny “Ginger” Skort

In natural or lace, this linen skort is really just loose-fitting shorts up-close, but who can really tell the difference?

Free People Yellow Tuscon Sun Skort

With pretty embroidery around the waist, this lightweight cotton skort will keep you bright and cool in the sizzling summer heat.

A/Wear Printed Skort

Floral prints are everywhere in skirts and shorts, but this find proves the pattern works just as well with skorts.

No need to choose between skirt or shorts this summer; skort it up and head on out in both!

There’s no denying it…ready or not, this summer of vacations and weddings and hot hot summer sun is about to come to an end. It feels like it’s just begun, I know! But with the month of back-to-school August knocking at our calendar’s door, it really is time to prepare for the cooler months ahead.

Well, don’t fret quite yet, this only means fun fall shopping for you and yours! There are heaps of sales at all local department stores, online stores and even little local boutiques—and among those sale items you’re bound to find out that booties are the fall shoe-hit of the season. There are a few booties for fall 2010 in particular that you’d be doing yourself a favor if you purchased right now—be ahead of the style game!

Peep-toe boots have arrived. Keep that pedi appointment even in the fall because the peep-toe trend is here! This may not be an ideal boot for our cold-weathered East Coast friends (or maybe it is with some good textured tights!), but it sure is sexy.

My pick: Grey Suede Bootie from ThreadSence.com

Ankle boots are the answer! Don’t worry about those sky-high, full-length boots of last season (although you will see a few again this fall)—it’s all about the short-cut ankle booties! Pick classic ankle boots, or go daring with a trendier ‘boyfriend’ look—just as long as you pick something that still has a little flair to make you stand out in a crowd.

My pick: Anthropologie’s Athenaeum Wedge boots

Details, details, details. Pick some booties with a little studliness, a little zipper-action, or even some that are all buckled up! It’s all in the details this season—with tons of ankle boots adorned in funky-fresh hardware.

My pick: Chinese Laundry ‘Wicked’ booties

Do continue to soak up those summer rays and travel travel travel while the weather still permits—but when the skies get cloudier, and the mercury sinks a little lower, you know what to throw on those feet!

xoxo,

holly in heels

Holly in Heels

smitten with shoes, addicted to style

You can follow Holly’s chic shoe blog at www.hollyinheels.com

To create a textured fishtail braid for the mesmerizing mermaid in you:

Step 1: Apply TRESemmé 24 Hour Body Foaming Mousse to damp hair and blow dry to create a beachy texture at the base of the braid.

Step 2: Curl your hair with a ½ “ curling iron and pin it in place. Set the curls with TRESemmé Naturals Finishing Spray.

Step 3: Once your curls are cool, take out the pins. Flip your hair over and use your fingers to gently break up the curls for more texture.

Step 4: Beginning at the nape of your neck, fishtail braid your hair down the back. How do you create a fishtail braid? Simply start off by sectioning your hair into two. Take a skinny strand from the outside of the left side and add it to the right side. Then add a skinny strand from the right side to the left side. Pull tightly and repeat until you reach the end of the braid and secure with a hair tie.

Step 5: With a styling brush, brush the braid upwards, loosening up random bits of hair for a more natural, beach-inspired look.

Or, just follow three short steps if you’re just interested in a simple beach blow out:

Step 1: Apply TRESemmé Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Spray to damp hair and blow dry straight.

Step 2: Spray TRESemmé Fresh Start Dry Shampoo lightly on your hair to absorb any excess oil.

Step 3: Add a small drop of TRESemmé Anti-Frizz Secret Smoothing Crème onto your palms and apply to the ends and roots to tame those tricky flyaways.

Now just grab your beach bag, lather on some sunscreen and head to the waters for some fun in the sun!

Flickr User: Keira-anne

For better support (yup I’m talking about the twins) you’ll want to choose something that isn’t so skimpy. This will make your shoulders look less broad and provide the support for your bust that you need. Mind you, this means that choosing a teeny string bikini won’t work in this case.  The ideal swimwear tops for this are halters, built in underwire bra tops, or molded bra top. Any straps that don’t tie around your neck are also a good choice, so you aren’t putting any strain on your spine or neck.   One of the tops I love for this summer season that’s perfect for support is Betsey Johnson’s Hello Cupcake Underwire Top. It’s sexy, chic and will have the men drooling on the beach.

For someone that needs a little something extra in the top to enhance the bust there are many options available. Lucky for you, you can choose something with less fabric, because you don’t have weights pulling you down. Adding a top with a little padding can do wonders. If you really want to add some glam, spice up that top with embellishments. Beach Bunny’s Class Act from their Goddess collection is perfect for anyone wanting to accent the bust. I’m completely obsessed with the razorback bikinis that are uber hot right now. Bandeau tops are also a great and can be adorably sexy and are very much in style. Patterned triangle tops are also a great choice. My favorite right now is Luli Fama’s Bars Teeny Bikini in lime green.  On a smaller bust, this bikini will catch attention and flatter the figure. (Bar Rafeali wore it in Sports Illustrated this year)

To hide the tummy, on the contrary to many beliefs there’s a ton of gorgeous swim suits to flatter your figure. A one piece swim suit happens to be one of my favorite types to wear and they are magical. If you’re self conscious about showing off the tummy, a tankini or one piece is great and helps to keep it held in.  With rouching and ruffles, there’s something flattering for any size. Magic suit is known to get you looking like you’re 4 sizes smaller in their swim suits and is definitely well worth the price and are super cute. This one piece plunge by Magic Suit (left) is sexy and comfortable for any day at the pool. A one piece swim suit is stylish, a great fit and fabulous. Flattening the tummy can be as easy as a tankini and who says you can’t look great in them either? Tommy Bahama’s 2010 summer line is also a great choice for the season.  If you’re going for a sexier one piece, check out Kenneth Cole’s plunge monokini for a sexed up style.

There are hundreds of ways to go with a swim suit. Think about what colors look great with your skin tone and color, what kind of support you need and the most important part; don’t get down on yourself when you’re shopping. Bring a friend with a positive attitude to ensure that you aren’t shopping with any Debbie downers. Let the sales person help you. They’re experienced with matching suits to body types so take advantage. You’re going to look fab in your new swim suit top; all you need is a little extra support.

“I saw that movie on an airplane and people still walked out.”