by A. C. O'Brien

Created on: May 24, 2009   Last Updated: September 14, 2009

Cool fashion for hot weather, you would call them comfort clothes except they look so good no one would believe you.

Do you find yourself again standing before your closet searching for something to wear? Dreading those warm mid-day temps that melt even the pavement. Read on to find high fashion and comfort for your every day.

With winter's ice now a distant memory and Springs many rains are finished, it is time for your reward. Summer is here. Wearing comfortable but fashionable clothes is a must this summer. To maximize your comfort start at the bottom, at your feet. Go for open toes and the barest sandals. Everything, from tutti-fruity beaded flip flops to metallic gladiator style heels, is in. Faux finishes instead of real exotic leathers, help to keep the price in line. Vibrant colors make sure that these are not re-runs. Just be sure that these gems are comfortable and the seasons latest open toed sandals will keep your feet happy and cool.

The boyfriend look is a new comer on this summer scene. It is less fitted, therefore more comfortable in the summer heat. Boyfriend pants are available in linen and denim and in every fabric and length length from shorts to full length pants. Pair them with a colorful cotton or linen top and you are good to go. You just have teas and tanks in your closet, you say. Try adding a wooden bead necklace or bracelet for a more girlie look. Thanks to Mother Nature, the wooden ones do not stick to your skin like the metals, the plastics or even your pearls. Your skin stays cool and un-sticky, you stay happily comfortable. Leave the big bulky "statement" necklaces and bracelets home unless you will be in air conditioning all day. They will be excessively warming, something that you really do not want mid-summer.

If your not up for the baggy jeans look, you can achieve the boyfriend look by adding a flowing, bigger than necessary tea shirt to your jeans. Pull it together with a scarf belt tied over your hips or a big chunky leather belt cinching the untucked shirt for a fresh look.

Pick up a few of the latest cotton print shawls to achieve a very, "Now," look. A versatile accessory, it can be threaded through your belt loops of your jeans and knotted as a belt, worn as a shawl or tied over your hips with a swim suit as a flirty cover up. It is truly the accessory for every outfit.

Teas and tanks are available at every price point. Since keeping our cash close to home is a priority for most of us these days, keep the prices in line. They come in bright popping colors and a variety of cuts to keep them current looking. For a bit of, "Wow," in your wardrobe, try one of the new necklace beaded tops with the beads sewn into the neckline of the shirt. It is a quick way to get dressed and know that everything works well together. The very thin light weight teas are a great way to start with layers and peel off the extra layers if the heat gets to be too much.

The maxi dress is back, strapless or with spaghetti straps. With a shirred bodice it is comfortable and still a very feminine look. Flowing soft graceful fabrics and smashing bright prints make it new again.

Remember to think cool and try not to hurry. Hurrying can over heat anyone and nothing is less attractive than a great outfit on a flustered, excessively glowing gal. Slow down and stay cool in all of your fabulous new looks.

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