Fashion Crave: The Little White Dress!

-Written by Miss Summer (Barbizon Instructor)

Perfect summer dresses are a must. Regardless of where you're located or what you're doing, you can't go wrong with a summertime frock. Thankfully, the fashion trends are reading into what we want - easy to wear, day-to-night dresses that work anywhere and with everything. Introducing this year's up and coming trend, the little WHITE dress!

Dress: MICHAEL Michael Kors $175

www.michaelkors.com

The little black dress is a thing of the past while the the little white dress is the angel on your right shoulder. Not only is it perfectly fitting for the heat waves of summertime, but it works in the chill of the night as well. No worries, the perfect LWD isn't something that will break the bank - almost all retail stores carry different versions, styles, and fits so finding one that works with your budget won't be a problem at all. Buy them in more than one style, mix and match! Depending on what your summer plans are, depends on what accessories to pair it with. The good news is that anyone can wear the LWD at any time and be the fashion forward icon that we all yearn to be.

Dress: Forever 21 $22.80

www.forever21.com

Afternoon BBQ where you're meeting parents for the first time? Try something a little more casual and loose. Think strapless with a flowy fit, beachy waves in your hair and a summer scarf for a pop of color. Don't forget your Tide-To-Go pen (BBQ and a white dress...) and a pitcher of lemonade so you don't show up empty handed!

Running errands? Choose a LWD that is comfortable to wear - a lightweight tunic or t-shirt style is perfect. Complete your look with a skinny belt, whether traditional leather or a pop of color, and clear sandals (yes, they're back!) Carrying a neutral bag will finish this perfect look off and make it look like an effortless, chic style.

Shoes: Aldo $80 Cape Coral

www.aldoshoes.com

Night-time event? Pick any dress you like! Try a neutral pump and metal bangles. Leave the earrings at home; summertime is for the simple look, don't overdo it with accessories. Carry a neutral, patent leather clutch and relax - tonight is your night and you look fab!

About the Author

Miss Summer has been a Barbizon Instructor in Tampa, FL for nearly two years. Launching her modeling career while she was just a teenager, Summer got her start when she competed in the IMTA competition. Putting her modeling career on hold, Summer found her niche as a Barbizon Instructor, Barbizon Director of Education and as a college student studying magazine journalism. Summer also writes a blog monthly for The Network Talent Community. A true fashionista, she's inspired by Michael Kors.