It’s barbecue season and every time I get invited to a BBQ, I just do not want to show up in a sloppy outfit with flip flops and a dorky t-shirt. I want to look good for the event, stylish yet comfy. Here are some great tips on how to dress fab to for your next BBQ.

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1 . kensie - Geo Animal Top (Black Mix) - Apparel

2. FULL TILT Wooden Heart Earrings - Wood

3. Women: Women’s Low-Rise Cuffed Denim Shorts (3″) - Rinse

4. Oh! Shoes - Kitta (Spice) - Footwear

There are two big keywords in 2008 S/S accessories - maximalism & romanticism.  The accessories from the runway are bold, vibrant, feminine and absolutely fabulous!

Who doesn’t like a little black sundress?  Among many of Lauren Conrad’s black dresses, I like this one in particular because the dress is so casual, simple and sexy.  You can stay cool and still look hot with Lauren’s ensemble which is ideal for shopping and running errands.  You can get her look for less right here!

1.  “Katie” Large Oversize Sunglasses $15.95
2.  Gorjana Seashell Necklace $49

3.  FULL TILT Loop Terry Womens Dress - Black $15.99

4.  BIG BUDDHA Quilted Satin Shopper $65

5.  ETNIES Flats Womens Sandals - Gold $14.99

A perfect spring/summer evening wrap, this must-have stole is lightweight and elegant.  A stole can give you several looks - around the hips, shoulders or simply let it hang and go!  I usually wear a stole during the summer when I’m freezing indoors or on a plane.  Also great for rainy days.  Try the ENRICO COVERI - Women - ACCESSORIES - Stoles on YOOX.COM instead of wearing a sweater or cardigan for a much different style.  Comes in 4 colors - ivory, pink, fuchsia and green.  Available for $109.

Rihanna covers ELLE magazine for the June 2008 issue!  Although, I’m not fond of Rihanna’s haircut on the cover but I really admire her fashion & music style, she’s got a little bit of 80’s flava in her. I love Rihanna’s song “Don’t Stop the Music” in fact I just downloaded it from iTunes.  I think it’s great dance music. Read Rihanna’s ELLE cover story including sexy photos and a behind the scenes video!

Photo credit rihannadaily

Tube dresses are the must-have dresses this summer.  They are cute as can be and very comfy.  Tube dresses are what I mostly wear when I go on vacation and I usually wear one over my bikini.  You can also dress it up a little by adding certain accessories such as a wide belt, chunky jewelry or hair scarf.  You’ll look so chic in these adorable tube dresses and will keep cool in the warm weather!

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…Lost - Verdugo Dress (White) - Apparel $36

…Lost - Verdugo Dress (Twilight Blue) - Apparel $36

When you need to feel beautiful and add a little spice to your summer wardrobe, all you need to do is slip into a sexy and flirty dress.  These 8 dresses are all fabulous and are great looks for this summer.  From long to short, from day to night & from vibrant patterns to simple solids - these picks will make your girlfriends envious!

1.  Tricia Fix Chloe Mini Dress in Mint

2.  Belted Mini Bubble Dress
3.  Silk scarf-hem dress
4.  AKA New York Strapless Flutter Dress

5.  Black Lace Floral Fantasy Print Gowns by Mary L Couture

6.  Susana Monaco Scoop Neck Ruffle Dress

7.  Wild side halter dress
8.  Nu Collective Tiered Print Dress

A little tropical, a little bohemian…I’m digging the Diane Von Furstenberg spring/summer 2008 collection.  Maybe it’s the season, I’m really into this beach look right now.  You just want to slip into this sexy sundress, put on your sunglasses,  and hit the road! 

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