I Want: Summer 2013 by Forever 21

Floral Blouse for $23

Scarf Print Shorts for $18

Wayfarers for $6

Oh Snap! Tank for $15

Rose Head Wrap for $5

and if i could, i'd buy a TON of tropical printed bustiers but i got body issues. specially after spending spring break in nicaragua - no gym, just beer. therefore, my lil beer belly will not be out n about in a bustier.

every time i'm bored i check out forever 21 online and my mouth always drops, it's so damn cheap! so when i need a new wardrobe i walk in right before i hit the gym. however, i feel like everything is so much better 'quality' when i look at it online. once i'm at the store, i'm like 'eeh' (shrug)..(walk out the store). once it gets warmer in nyc, i'll check out these pieces n maybe i'll buy them.

forever 21 also has a cute indie 'festival' capsule collection featuring Sky Ferreira, just in case you are headed to Coachella, u lucky bitch!

Trending: Extra Long Braids

My hair is finally long enough to get the look, I loved it on Rihanna at the CFDA Awards and I loved it even more at the Mara Hoffman Swim 2012 show in Miami...all I need is a tutorial on "Fishtails" and an extra hand ;)

Fishtail Tutorial by Cosmopolitan, Backstage at Coventry

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Trend Report : Pink Red Orange

One of the most beautiful things we are given every single day is the sun...sunrise or sunset...its spectacular, breathtaking, and vibrant - I've seen the most beautiful sunsets at San Juan del Sur (Nicaragua) and Ibiza (Spain). This time last year, I was lucky enough to see a couple in Ibiza and later this month, I will be lucky enough to experience it every single weekend at San Juan del Sur.

I love color! I love summer! I love loud! .... This summer has been filled with neon yellow, orange, Prada color-blocking, Stella McCartney fruits, and super glam flowy sixties gowns and trousers... so why not continue enjoying it? NYC is back to a manageable high 80s weather and Resort 2012 looks are already popping up. Wear to the beach, wear in the city...don't go dull on me just because stores are already selling Pre-Fall (ugh).

Images Via: Revlon, Net-A-Porter, Red Carpet Fashion Awards, Honestly WTF, The Media Closet, People Stylewatch, and Style.com

  

I Want: Oversized Trousers !

Zara finally has them on sale (or had them on sale for $40 during their semi annual sale - womp womp). I still haven't bought a pair because I've been cheap and because I'm still waiting for the really hot summer to kick in!! They are yummy, flattering (on my curvy body), and easy to dress up or down! Forget the summer maxi dress - I want OVERSIZED PANTS!

Photo from: Zara April 2011 Lookbook

Photo from: Who What Wear

Stephanie LaCava

Stephanie LaCava is a writer living in New York City. Her work has appeared in Vogue and New York Magazine.

White Summer: Black Intimates

At the height of the Florentine summer many prefer to wear head to toe white. As kids, we are told in art class that white is the lightest and coolest color to wear during melting summers and as adults, wearing white is the most refreshing and ethereal feeling - but why is it that we detach this unique sensation by wearing black intimates which can clearly be seen by all?

The first time, I remember seeing a black bra and white shirt combo was on Sex & the City by Carrie. She did it all the time and since the show was very influential everyone (including myself) started doing this. It quickly went from faux-paux to sexy & outrageous to plain normal.

Here are a few pictures that I managed to find on Ashley Olsen and "Carrie Bradshaw" (I know picture quality sucks but it's just an idea)

Honestly, I like the black bra and white top look (only black bra not hot pink, red, or any changeable detailed strap like skateboarders who change their Converse shoe laces do) but what I don't like is when women wear black underwear (thong, shorts, boxers, etc) with a beautiful white dress or linen pants - not a good look. This past weekend, Crystal and I spotted this woman. All I have to say is - if you do this, stop! It looks terrible. There are many amazing nude colored panties that can remain unseen when wearing white linen pants. or you can also go commando - even more refreshing! ;)