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Being a 'smart stylist' involves resourcefulness, creativity and a sense of imagination and adventure. When I'm shopping fabulous sales this summer I usually shop for items that I can easily wear for fall. And the looks you can come up with just by simply adding pieces to compliment your summer fashions that are appropriate for fall.

	Here is a blouse worn with shorts a greta look for summer. Come fall, simply wear a cardigan over the blouse. And voila! Hot style for fall. Silk Blouse $67.66 esprituk
	You'll probably get a puzzled look if you say you'll be wearing tank tops for fall. But less do they know that you are 'smart styling' this fall. This fresh look for summer deserves an encore this fall. Plastron Top $35.50 esprit

YOOX is having it's summer sale event with discounts up to 70% OFF! I love shopping at YOOX not only because of the great deals I find. I can find items that are not sold here in the U.S. Possibly one of the only 'e-tailers' that carries all the designer brands and labels I can think of. Shoes from Sergio Rossi, Chloe dress and Just Cavalli handbag, just a few of the designer labels you can find at YOOX Summer Sale. Have fun shopping!

See by Chloe Dress $78.00 SALE! YOOX	Marc Jacobs Stripe Shirt $99.00 SALE! YOOX	D&G 3/4 Denim Jean $99.00 SALE! YOOX
Narciso Rodriguez  $132.00 SALE YOOX	Sigerson Morrison Flat $94.00 SALE! YOOX	Just Cavalli Handbag $188.00 SALE! YOOX

CFDA Accessory Designer of the Year deservingly went to Tory Burch. Her handbags, shoes and accessories are a must have every season. I love her design aesthetics, always having fresh looks, fabulous new patterns and trendy colors. This summer, tunics are a must have. They can be worn over swim suits or pair it with pants or shorts. Consider this tunics by Tory Burch, they are modern, sexy and trendy. Definitely, worth the investment!

Summer is a season of casual fashion and style. And t-shirts are as as casual we can get. Graphic tees are perfect if you want to take your personal casual style to a more fashionable and trendy plateau. Some points to consider.  Avoid shirts that are vulgar or profane. If you support a cause that's fine, but know when to wear your propaganda. Easy on the brands and labels, a logo or a the designer's name / label is not bad. Don't be a walking billboard unless you're getting paid to advertise their name. Choose shirts that reflects and expresses your interests or personality. If you want to convey a message at least make it universal i.e. world peace, stop global warning, etc. Here are some 'smart style'  graphic tees I recommend.

Threads For Thoughts Shirt $44.00 Tobi	Diesel 'Deep' Graphic Shirt $43.00 SALE Tobi	Loyal Army 'New Camera' $24.00 SALE Tobi

As much as I love to wear cargo shorts this summer, I think I'll give them a break. A trendy and hip alternative are 3/4 length shorts. With cargos the designs and styles are limited and everybody will be wearing them. With the 3/4's, an arrray or styles, looks and fabrics you can chose from and not to casual as cargos. Here are some designs I love.

Energie Canvas Shorts $60.00 On Sale! YOOX	Diesel Denim Shorts $78.00 On Sale! YOOX	G Star Raw Denim Shorts $68.00 On Sale! YOOX

Maybe it's global warming, out  here in L.A. it will be 100 degrees during the day and down to the 50's at night. And when you're still out and about and the mercury drops, "Darn, wish I had (a) my jacket!" Jacket and coats are an all year affair. If you only have coats for winter or fall, it wouldn't hurt to invest on a spring / summer jacket.  This summer look for light fabrics that provide enough protection from the elements. Style wise, go with plain or solid pieces. Keep in mind, it may be a jacket but when you put that on it becomes part of your ensemble,  trendy and hip is the way to go. Here are some pieces you can reference to. Women's jackets from Esprit US. Men's Jackets Esprit UK.

Paper Twill Blazer in White $99.50 Striped Blazer in Marine Blue $69.99	Cotton Biker Jacket in Earth $135.00 Cotton Blazer in Earth $135.00

White pants, denim shorts, dip dyed shirts are hot trends for us guys this summer. White pants are best worn during summer season less chances  for . can be worn all year long in my opinion. If you can keep them clean. Denim shorts are stylin' this summer, shop for interesting updated short designs or classic cuts with innovative wash or cut. Dip dyed tops are hot they can be worn with... you guessed it! White pants or denim shorts. And there are dip dyed color combinations that are quite trendy.

White Print Jeans $98.00| Denim Shorts $65.00 | Dip Dyed Roll Sleeve Shirt $98.00
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Born and raised in the Philippines, my love and interest for anything exotic and tropical runs in my veins. For this summer season, exotic and tropical inspired fashion is my pick for trendiest of trends for summer. Of course ,there are a few things to keep in mind when shopping for this look. Colors: chose bright hues and pastels. Prints and patterns: florals, ethnic or global prints, abstract shapes over geometrics. Materials for shoes: natural fibers, cork or wood. Jewelry: pearls, natural fibers, bright enamels. Handbags: natural fibers, canvas, faux leather. Also, use your fashion sense and style sensibilities to achieve a style that expresses you!

The Smart Stylist Recommends:

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4	Ella Moss Halter Top $178 Bluebee.com MIA Mykonos Sandal $59.95 Endless.com Cole Haan Clutch $250.00 Macy's B. Nagourney Bracelet $59.71 LabelSpree

Armani Exchange's youthful, trendy and stylish design put's them on my list of shopping destinations to get the best bang for your buck. This summer their line is full of dip dyed colors, fun shapes and exotic looks. Definitely highly recommended by The Smart Stylist!

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Crochet Bathing Suit $98.00 Armani Exchange Large Round Sunglasses $60.00 Armani Exchange Cork Flip Flops $45.00 Armani Exchange  Denim Drawstring Bag $98.00 Armani Exchange