I've been stalking this dress since I first saw it on the VS website last year, but it's never been on sale for more than $10 off. Finally, I decided if, after two years, the dress was still around, that meant a lot of girls had ordered it, loved it, and NOT sent it back...which meant it fit/looked just as good in person as it does in the catalogue. So, come on guys, let's go ahead and take the plunge and invest in a dress that will never be out of style...as long as the season of summer exists :-)

1) Crochet sundress, Victoria's Secret, $69.50
2) Coral espadrilles, Yellow Box via Amazon, $31.80
3) Embellished clutch, Forever21, $24.80
4) Dimpled teardrop hoops, Forever21, $3.80
5) Dimpled cutout bracelet, Forever21, $7.80

Broken-in khakis are so versatile, soft, and comfy...just right for a casual, yet pulled together, weekend look.

1) Broken-in straight leg khakis, Gap, $49.50
2) Striped trapeze tank, Forever21, $12.80
3) Jean jacket, Old Navy, $34.94
4) Slip-on sneakers, Forever21, $10.50
5) Studded slingback sandals, Gap, $69.95

I have a problem with buying lots of fun printed or embellished pieces and then coming home and realizing I have nothing to wear them with. Thinking that I can't be the only one with this problem, I've chosen to highlight some great basics that will help you answer the "I love this, but what on earth am I going to wear it with?" question. This week, I'm focusing on pants. Though at first glance these pants may seem like a pretty plain and boring thing to get excited about, there are so many reasons they will become your new go-to: this dark camel color looks great with everything (even more so than the typical khaki) and can be worn year-round; the pants are made in that great stretch fabric that holds its shape better than cotton and looks much more polished; the straight leg fit that isn't skin-tight through the thighs allows you to tuck a shirt in without throwing off proportions; the ankle crop not only makes your ankles look tiny but also perfectly showcases shoes. Here, I've paired the pants with neutral accessories to make the gorgeous print of the blouse really pop, but these pants would look just as great with a neutral top and a brightly colored or patterned pair of shoes.

1) Cropped straight-leg pant, Forever21, $24.80
2) Sheer floral top, Forever21, $24.80
       *Note: this needs an off-white/nude tank underneath, if you don't already have one, try this...but,
         speaking from experience: order a size (or two) up...F21 basics tend to be a little too skin-tight.
3) Multi-chain gold necklace, Forever21, $7.80
4) Nude Patent bag, Zara, $79.90
5) Cognac bow sling-backs, Zara, $99.90

1) Straw basket bag, Zara, $29.90
2) Navy tie-dye stripe tote, Target, $19.99
3) Photographic print tote, ASOS, $41.43
4) Pink stripe straw tote, Target, $34.99
5) Tie-dye shopper, Zara, $49.90
6) Straw bag with peach trim, Topshop, $60

*On header: Aztec print tote, Topshop, $50

For a girl who likes to highlight her butt, arms, and shoulders and is instantly smitten with any clothing item that is bright yellow...this dress is absolute perfection. Here's hoping you guys adore it as much as I do :-)

1) Yellow lace dress, Lulu's, $63
2) Gold hoops, Express, $14.90
3) Nude slingback sandals, Jessica Simpson via Macy's, $53
4) Pink clutch, ASOS, $17.49
5) Gold medallion ring, Nissa via Endless, $37.20

If you're like me, you make up for the curves you lack on top with those you have on bottom. In this swimsuit, Victoria's Secret has fashioned a bikini bottom in the the most flattering underwear cut for those who are well-endowed in the rear. That would be boy shorts, but make sure they're cut straight in the back, and not curved, which tends to make them look more like large bikini granny panties than hot underwear. Most of the  "cheeky" or "hot pant" bikini bottoms on VS fall into the granny category, but because of the ruffle that runs straight across the back, this one perfectly compliments the derriere. Extra bonus: the ruffles also make the suit sweet and sexy at the same time, a combination that experience has shown me is kryptonite for guys. I'm still trying to decide between the white and the coral...

1) Ruffle bikini, Victoria's Secret, $29

1) Striped bandeau bikini, Victoria's Secret, $29
2) Open back cover-up dress, Victoria's Secret, $39.50
3)White and coral string bikinis, Victoria's Secret, $24
4) Lace romper, Victoria's Secret, $51
5) Floral print tasseled string bikini, Victoria's Secret, $44
6) Embroidered cover-up dress, Victoria's Secret, $36

Simple and carefree...

1) Mint hi-lo dress, Love21, $34.80
2) Tiered bib necklace, Forever21, $7.80
3) Sequin straw tote, Target, $39.99
4) Cutout thong sandals, Forever21, $10.80