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Helen’s Weekly Bargain Finds — 6/7/13

summer essentials; Bargain Finds;  Featured:    She Inside White Asymmetrical Geometric Pockets Shorts/skort,   C. Wonder Seashell Pearl Stud Earrings,  ASOS (US)ASOS Straw Boater hat,  Anthropologie Slim Striped Linen Pullover,   MORGANASOS (US)AJ Morgan Cateye Sunglasses,   ASOS Water Colour Floral Multi Ruffle Triangle Bikini ,  Caslon clean Front plain check gingham Shorts,

Clockwise from top left:
She Inside asymmetrical geometric pockets shorts (black here)
Anthropologie slim striped linen pullover
Asos straw boater
Caslon clean front shorts
C. Wonder seashell pearl stud earrings
Asos water colour ruffle bikini
AJ Morgan cateye sunglasses

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Orange or Red: Go Everywhere Summer Looks

Outfits for every occasion; How to wear bright red/orange dress; what to wear to summer parties; studded sandals;  On Reese Witherspoon:Fendi 2Jours Calfskin brown Tote Bag, Vanessa Bruno orange dress, Dita sunglasses, brown t strap studded flat sandal, elastic colorblock buckle belt; On Stacy Keibler: Alice by Temperley red romper, Isabel Marant Charlotte Strassed and Studded Sandals in Black, black patent leather belt, black hobo bag, black sunglasses, gold bracelet.

Photos: Reese Witherspoon & Stacy Keibler; Courtesy of fabsugar.com

Is there any outfit that multitasks? Not only can we wear it to the countless parties and celebrations, but can toss it in for getaways, running errands or just an afternoon stroll. Today’s featured ladies applied one that can do just that:

A bright colored sundress with a waist-cinching belt (this season, the back-on-trend romper will do the same!), a pair of embellished sandals that are equal parts comfortable and chic, and a well made, can-polish-up-any-outfit leather tote!

Eye-catching orange and red are two great choices that flatter all skin tones. When choosing accessories, those with gold accents will bring out the warmth in the color orange, whereas black ones can tone down the richness of the red, resulting a classic, never go out of style combination.

Outfits for every occasion; How to wear bright red/orange dress; what to wear to summer parties; studded sandals;  On Reese Witherspoon:Fendi 2Jours Calfskin brown Tote Bag, Vanessa Bruno orange dress, Dita sunglasses, brown t strap studded flat sandal, elastic colorblock buckle belt; Alternatives: Splendid Henley orange Dress,  Jeffrey Campbell 'Calavera' Skull Stud t strap Sandal,  Prada “Saffiano” bag, Tom Ford 'Jennifer' 61mm Oval Frame Sunglasses,  Gorjana Arc Large Hoop Earrings,  LAUREN Ralph Lauren - Stretch Belt with Interlocking Buckle,

Dress: Splendid (similar here; on Reese Witherspoon here)
Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell (great style here & here)
Bag: Prada (great alternative herehere; on Reese Witherspoon here)
Sunglasses: Tom Ford
Earrings: Gorjana
Belt: LAUREN Ralph Lauren

Like the ubiquity of the Isabel Marant ankle booties, this Charlotte strassed and studded sandals are the hottest footwear choice among celebrities and trendsetters now. The perfect heel and outstanding embellishment make it surprisingly versatile too. It can add unexpected edgy twist to your dressed-up looks and lend a hint of lux and boho vibe to your dressed-down outfits.

Rompers are seen everywhere now. I think the key to make them stylish is trying to avoid the childish connotations: choose fitted cut with cool details or feminine elements, add serious accessories, either a sexy or edgy shoe, a fine unique jewelry piece or a great handbag.

Outfits for every occasion; How to wear bright red/orange dress; what to wear to summer parties; studded sandals;  On Stacy Keibler: Alice by Temperley red romper, Isabel Marant Charlotte Strassed and Studded Sandals in Black, black patent leather belt, black hobo bag, black sunglasses, gold bracelet. Alternatives:BCBGMAXAZRIA Heusley Sleeveless Romper,  Christopher KonEllena Large Hobo,  Marc by Marc Jacobs Round Sunglasses,  Lulu Frost Absinthe Bracelet,  Lauren Ralph Lauren black patent leather Belt,

Romper: BCBG Max Azria (great alternative here)
Shoes: Isabel Marant (on sale! also available here! similar here)
Bag: Christopher Kon
Sunglasses: Marc by Marc Jacobs
Bracelet: Lulu Frost
Belt: Lauren Ralph Lauren

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Floral Perfection: Wedding Party Outfit Ideas

how to wear pink/coral floral printed dress; what to wear to a wedding;  On Sami Gayle at The New York Premiere of The Host:Nanette Lepore Sound Art Silk coral and pink printed Dress, Nanette Lepore - Tilt-A-Whirl green Clutch, green strappy sandal; On Emmy Rossum: Tabitha Webb Exclusive Fashion Targets Breast Cancer Summer Blossom prink coral printed Dress, COACH 'Legacy Tanner - Mini' crossbody tote, blue gray sandal,  pendant necklace,bright red lip.Photos: Sami Gayle & Emmy Rossum; Courtesy of vogue.com, coolspotters.com

In wedding season, what comes along with the joys and wishes to the happy couples is the anxiety for what to wear to the parties. For such a romantic moment, the first color that came into my mind is coral. It’s pretty but not saccharine. It’s as sweet as pink without the seductive flare, as buoyant as orange without the brightness. Teamed with emerald-green, pastel blue or soft ivory, it’s perfect for wedding.

The fit-and-flare silhouette of the dresses these two stars chose flatters many body shapes. The knee-length is versatile and graceful. I also love how they accessorized the dresses: instead of going for safety neutrals, they opted for complementary colors or shades in the same color family, which lend a youthful, current and fresh vibe to the finishing looks.

These outfits are not only great for weddings, but also great for many other summer events: graduations, showers, hanging out with friends or downtown excursion.

how to wear pink/coral floral printed dress; what to wear to a wedding;  On Sami Gayle at The New York Premiere of The Host:Nanette Lepore Sound Art Silk coral and pink printed Dress, Nanette Lepore - Tilt-A-Whirl green Clutch, green strappy sandal; Also featured: Dolce VitaFanta Triple Band Sandals,   SephoraIllamasqua Nail Varnish 'bright mint',

Dress: Nanette Lepore (on sale now, also here! extra 20% off with code STYLE20 here!)
Bag: Nanette Lepore (also on sale!)
Shoes: Dolce Vita (similar here & here)
Nail: Illamasqua ‘bright mint’

On Emmy Rossum: Tabitha Webb Exclusive Fashion Targets Breast Cancer Summer Blossom prink coral printed Dress, COACH 'Legacy Tanner - Mini' crossbody tote, blue gray sandal,  pendant necklace,bright red lip. also featured: BRUNO PREMI emerald green Sandals,  CC SKYE Revolver Pendant Necklace,  Yves Saint Laurent ROUGE VOLUPTÉ - Silky Sensual Radiant Lipstick SPF 15 ,

Dress: Tabitha (great alternative here & here)
Bag: Coach (also here; great style on sale here)
Shoes: Bruno (flat option here)
Necklace: CC Skye (great buy here)
Lip: YSL ‘#17 Red Muse’