Femme Fashionable

Summer 2011. Time to break out those tank tops and short shorts! And most importantly, the swimsuits. As seasons change, trends evolve. That's why you should make sure you stay on top of all the latest trends in clothing, accessories, shoes, and more.

Showing off your very best without compromising comfort can be a very challenging ideal. Nowadays, women are play various roles on a day-to-day basis--an employee, mother, friend, girlfriend, student, etc. The list continues. It's important to find clothing that works for more than one environment; something you can wear to work, or a night out on the town. And especially in this summer heat, it's important to stay cool. The following list of top summer trends illustrates the latest styles of 2011.

As you all know, the most important piece of summer clothing is the summer dress! Nowadays, magazines feature long cotton ombre dresses as the number one must have. Pair it with a pair of flip flops and sunglasses, and you're good to go! Macy's has some nice summery dresses for decent prices. If long dresses aren't your style, go for something shorter. Solid color short dresses look best. Go for bright and playful colors such as pink, yellow, purple, and red. Lilac and eggplant work too. Another popular pattern is stripes. Big, small, thin, large, stripes are work all day and everyday! Show off the calves with a pair of strappy heels, and complete the outfit with a matching bag! Often, these dresses can work for a night out with friends, or an informal corporate dinner. Nordstrom also offers a fine selection of these dresses, but if it's not in your budget, try stores such as Dillard's or Belk. For those teenagers out there, Charlotte Russe has one of the best selections of summer dresses at shockingly low prices.

Skirts. The most fun, flouncy and irresistible piece of clothing there is. Skirts come in a variety of sizes, colors, and styles, but this summer, the most prominent type of skirt is the short black pencil skirt. You know you've seen it all over, and yes, it's your turn to get one if you already haven't. These skirts are perfect for the corporate atmosphere, and look stunning at parties and nights out. You can pair them with just about anything. Try tucking a blouse in, and pulling the skirt over. Or wear a flowy shirt with it, and accentuate your body. It's available in many colors, but most popular in black, because as all of us fashionista's know, black goes with everything. If pencil skirts aren't your thing, don't fret. The ever popular long, cotton, summer skirts are always in, and always available. They combine comfort and style into one to create the perfect summer look.

Summer is the season to let go and have fun. Whatever you celebrate with, and whatever your clothing style is, don't forget to accessorize. Accessories can completely alter an outfit by changing the type of environment it's suitable for. Adding a blazer to an otherwise slightly revealing dress can make it wearable to office when otherwise not. Accentuate with heels, necklaces, watches and earring to tie it all together. This summer, be bright, be bold, be fabulous.