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Summer Breeze: Printed Maxi & Strap Sandals

how to wear printed maxi skirt/dress; Miranda Kerr, street style, summer outfit ideas 2013;    On Miranda Kerr: ALEXANDER WANG Tan Leather Lux Anjelika Heeled Sandals, topshop Blurry Floral Maxi Skirt, Miu Miu Catwalk Sunglasses, Isabel Marant white tank top, Cartier gold bracelet,  Louis Vuitton Monceau BB crossbody bag;  On Miranda Kerr: black top, Topshop Lace Print Maxi Skirt, Givenchy Antigona Satchel Bag, Alexander Wang sunglasses, Chanel t strap sandalPhotos: Miranda Kerr; Courtesy of justjared.com.

Besides ice cream, nothing beats the heat than a lightweight flowy skirt/dress and sandal combo. Here, Miranda Kerr showed us how to stay pretty and glamorous in this beloved summer ‘uniform’.

The two beautiful, eye-catching maxi skirts on her are definitely the centerpiece. The prints look like art, combined with the easy breezy sheer material, perfect for summer! The sophisticated color and abstract pattern make them great for any age. The best part? They are from affordable Topshop!

For the first look, a basic black top highlights the skirt, the halter neck design alone with T-strap sandals make the look cool and summery. An It bag that has been spotted on her countless times and a red lip dress up the otherwise laid-back outfit while keeping the color scheme sophisticated.

Add a blazer and a ballet flat or heel sandal, you can wear this to the office too. Deep blue color makes this skirt can be easily transformed for fall with a leather jacket and ankle booties.

how to wear printed maxi skirt/dress; summer outfit ideas 2013;  On Miranda Kerr: black top, Topshop Lace Print Maxi Skirt, Givenchy Antigona Satchel Bag, Alexander Wang sunglasses, Chanel t strap sandal Alternatives:   tibi Solid Silk Halter,  Topshop Lace Print Maxi Skirt,  Sam Edelman Gigi Snake T Strap Sandals,  Marc by Marc Jacobs Round Sunglasses, Givenchy Givenchy Medium Antigona Satchel Bag,  Jacquie Aiche Bezel Rosary Necklace,  Clinique 'A Different Nail Enamel for Sensitive Skin' Nail Color,

Top: Tibi (great buy here)
Skirt: Topshop (similar here & here)
Shoes: Sam Edelman (on sale; also here)
Bag: Givenchy ‘Antigona’ (featured here; great style here)
Sunglasses: Marc by Marc Jacobs (similar here)
Necklace: Jacquie Aiche
Nail: Clinique

The second look below is so cheerful, perfect for hanging out with friends or a weekend date. The widely loved Alexander Wang Anjelika heel sandal dresses up her look. A red crossbody bag picks up the splashes of brights in her skirt while lightening up the whole outfit. Throw on leopard sunglasses to play with the mixing prints trend!

The art of accessorizing-Miranda Kerr, street style, topshop Floral Maxi Skirt, Miu Miu Sunglasses,red crossbody bag

Top: J.Crew (also here; on Miranda Kerr here)
Skirt: Topshop (also here)
Shoes: Alexander Wang (similar here & here)
Bag: Prada ‘Saffiano’ (great alternative here & here)
Sunglasses: Karen Walker ‘The Number One’ (on Miranda Kerr here)
Bracelet: Vita Fede 

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Helen’s Weekly Bargain Finds — 7/12/13

Bargain finds: featured statement necklace, printed jacket,ankle boots,striped shorts,strap sandal,clear bag, spike bangle,

Clockwise from top left:
Adia Kibur knot necklace
ASOS printed jacket (my favorite! adds instant polish to any outfit)
ASOS leather ankle boots (my trusty go-to boots)
Juicy Couture spike hinge bangle (designer version here)
Choies transparent box bag
Sam Edelman thong sandals
Gap shorts

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Sweet Monochrome: A-line dress & Bright Splashes

how to wear black and white; how to wear ankle strap shoes;  Kris Jenner, striped dress, black cardigan, red valentino pump, red valentino studded clutch, black dress, white cardigan, colorblock ankle strap pump,  On Kris Jenner: Dolce & Gabbana Striped Sleeveless Dress,   Valentino Rouge Patent Leather Rockstud T-Strap Pumps,    Valentino Rouge Rockstud Chain Flap Bag, Photos: Kris Jenner; Courtesy of wenn.comsplashnews.com.

Like I said when first featuring Kris Jenner, I may not a big fan of her lifestyle, but definitely appreciate her bold choices when it comes to fashion. Sometimes she may dress too young for her age, but mostly her outfit choices are fashionable yet perfect for women her age. Today’s two looks are great examples.

Timeless A-line dresses/skirts are women’s best friends. They cover the parts we may not comfortable with while giving us the ultra feminine hourglass shape. To make them age-appropriate, like Kris Jenner did here, choose the right length and stay in a simple, sophisticated color palette.

Monochrome clothing gives us room to play with accessories: The red studded strap pump and clutch, along with the rests, result a classic, iconic combo; A black and white ankle strap pump enhances the power of simple black and white. For both looks, she wisely kept her makeup natural and quiet.

Upper arm may be a problem area for moms, a lightweight cropped cardigan can cover that area, elongate our legs, or transform an evening dress daytime appropriate, like the strapless version featured below. Of course, a perfectly tailored blazer will do the same.

These two looks are actually great for women at any age: For younger ones, you can wear the dresses alone, accessorize them with bold, fun fashion jewelry or top them off with a denim, military or motorcycle jacket.

how to wear black and white; how to wear ankle strap shoes;  Kris Jenner, striped dress, black cardigan, red valentino pump, red valentino studded clutch, black dress, white cardigan, colorblock ankle strap pump,  On Kris Jenner: Dolce & Gabbana Striped Sleeveless Dress,   Valentino Rouge Patent Leather Rockstud T-Strap Pumps,    Valentino Rouge Rockstud Chain Flap Bag,  alternatives:  ATM Anthony Thomas Melillo Combo Cardi, Elizabeth and James Lafayette Cat Eye Sunglasses

Cardigan: ATM Anthony Thomas Melillo (similar here)
Dress: Dolce & Gabbana (great alternative here & here)
Shoes: Valentino (remember she worn the nude version?)
Bag: Valentino (similar here & here)
Sunglasses: Elizabeth and James 

how to wear black and white; how to wear ankle strap shoes;  Kris Jenner, striped dress, black cardigan, red valentino pump, red valentino studded clutch, black dress, white cardigan, colorblock ankle strap pump,   alternatives:  REBECCA TAYLORStrapless Dress, NastyGalFaye Platform Pump - Colorblock,  J.Crew Jackie cardigan,  'Kate Spade New York metro' round leather strap watch

Cardigan: J.Crew
Dress: Rebecca Taylor (similar here)
Shoes: Nasty Gal (great style here)
Watch: Kate Spade New York