White Hot

It's tough to find a comfortable summer outfit that won't leave you burning up like the Jonas Brothers. Luckily, one of my favorite trends from last summer that is still looking chic and keeping you cool is white skinny jeans. They always make an outfit look crisp, even when worn casually. For a chill summer afternoon lunch or happy hour on the patio, pair white skinny jeans with small-wedged gladiator sandals and a ruffled tank (the ideal length would be just past your hips). Since I love the look of white and gold, I chose a men's-inspired watch for the perfect bold accessory. Add a gold chain necklace and you have a clean, put-together summer look. (Click on the collages to enlarge and the links to take you directly to the retail site).

Afternoon:



Clockwise from top left; Silence and Noise ruffled camisole, Urban Outfitters, $48; skinny jeans, American Eagle Outfitters, $39.95; initial necklace, Urban Outfitters, $18; Bucco gladiator thong sandals, Overstock.com, $26.99; wraparound watch, Urban Outfitters, $38.

Take the look from day to night by replacing the sandals with leather platform heels and a studded faux leather clutch in a complimentary color, shown here in pink. If you really want to stand out, pin back a section of hair just above one ear and secure with a peacock feather clip to add some extra color and flair.

For a Night Out:



Clockwise from top left; peacock feathers hairclip, Forever 21, $3.80; Vieta 'Pierre' faux leather clutch, Nordstrom, $45; Enigma platform heels, Overstock.com, $34.99.

And remember, NUDE boyshorts or thong is the best underwear to sport under your white hot pants. Spanx can also be a great option, especially if you are paranoid about cellulite.

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