Hot Clothes, Cool Prices
BY Alison Gary
'Tis the season for beach weekends, backyard barbecues and sun bathing at the pool. An easy way to spice up your wardrobe for your busy warm-weather social calendar is with summery prints paired with solid staples from your current closet. Here are a few suggestions that won’t break the bank:
| Retro-print floral shorts
I am in LOVE with these retro-print floral shorts from Alloy! With a cute little tube top and some flops, you will be the hit of the next beachside fete! Only $24.50 |
| Pink bandana-print halter tank
This hot pink bandana-print halter tank from Blue Plate will catch the eyes of everyone at the cookout. Pair with white jeans or Bermudas and some metallic sandals for a festive feel. On sale for $29.00 at Alight. |
| Floral dress
Keep it simple and pretty with this floral dress from Ann Taylor Loft. The print and silhouette makes it easy to dress up or down for most any event that comes your way this summer. Add a lightweight silk shawl for breezy evenings. Only $39.50. |
| Patchwork Bermuda shorts
Madras is back in fashion for this summer – get the look with these adorable patchwork Bermuda shorts from Canyon River. Paired with a tank or tee in navy, red, or olive, you’ll have a sassy look for the market or the cookout. On sale for $16.99 at Sears. |
| Smocked cotton dress
This adorable smocked cotton dress from Victoria’s Secret can work by day as a bathing suit coverup, but look festive at night with some metallic sandals and hoop earrings. Many prints to choose from, and currently on sale for $35.00. |
| Vintage floral circle skirt
The vintage floral print of this circle skirt from Forever 21 will jazz up all your tanks and tees; the 100% cotton material will keep you cool and comfortable on the most sweltering of days. Dress it up for a party with gold bangles and a chunky beaded necklace. $19.80. |
| Hawaiian print Bermuda shorts
The Hawaiian print of these Bermuda shorts from Lee are cheery and summery; switch up your look by pairing them with another bright pastel like coral, orchid or candy pink. On sale for $17.00 at Kohl’s. |
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