Every girl has an arsenal of summer style essentials she turns to time and time again for an on-point outfit that comes together in a matter of seconds. They just work. But if you’re looking for an easy way to give your wardrobe a right-now edge, swapping out a few tried-and-true favorites for their 2016 equivalents is a good place to start. From effortless sandals to lightened-up outerwear and runway-approved necklines, putting the old adage “out with the old and in with the new” into play will have your closet feeling ready to take on the new season in style. And the best part of it all? By doing the ol’ switcheroo, you won’t run the risk of leaving gaps in your wardrobe (the bane of every girl’s existence) — you’ll just be creating even more styling opportunities for your most-loved duds. Keep scrolling for 10 soon-to-be hero pieces that breathe new life into your closet like that.

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Between the blinged-out Japanese nail art or plaid manicures, there’s no denying that the once simple act of doing your nails is no longer just a means to polish up your look. We’re turning these babies into full-blown masterpieces! This season’s trending look: Jackson Pollock-inspired nails (say whaaat?). They’ll give your neutral mani a literal splash (or twenty) of vibrant color. Just be prepared to get a little messy ;) You can go minimalist with a marble-inspired look or create a faux floral aesthetic without the costly detailing. Either way, this splatter polish technique is your go-to move when it comes to giving your digits a next-level look.

1. Jawbreaker: This mani looks as sweet as candy. Give your digits a whimsical charm with nails inspired by a classic child ... Read more »

Hey there my lovely divas! I have a collection of 16 bridal hairstyles that you can wear any other day. From the wide collections of wedding buns, updoes, twists, etc., you only need to choose just one or two hair ideas for your big day. That may be a little bit difficult for all of us. However, I’m 100% sure that you have never thought to do a bridal one for your birthday party or some other special event. If you thought that you can only wear this type of hairstyles only on your big day, you are wrong. I searched the Net and I found out that the boards with wedding hairstyles are far more charming than the regular ones and that can be worn to almost any special event. Ok, you don’t need to use sparkly hairpieces or flowers, but you can go with glam bun or braided updo.

Let’s take a look at the gallery below and draw some inspiration. You ... Read more »

If you're not familiar with our series, Take Back The Beach, dedicated to reframing the way people think and talk about body image and encouraging women to own summer dressing, then it's time to get acquainted. Hot weather should be something we can all enjoy, so we're embracing the rising hemlines and feeling inspired by how real women rework the lido, the park, the walk to work and the sultry nights that come with summertime. 

Which brings us nicely onto swimwear. Shopping for womens bathing suits, is not the quickest of quests, but we're here to make it easier. This summer, we're looking back to the '90s and that particular decade's crush on the one piece swimsuit. Elegant, sleek and kinda grown up, it's time to reconsider the downplayed sexiness of ... Read more »

There's nothing better than getting two fashionable garments for the price of one – especially when it comes to swimwear.
With a  reversible bikini, you get 2-in-1 with 4 combination options. These interchangeable pieces not only save you money, they leave room in your suitcase for other trip essentials. Stylish stars Nina Dobrev, 27, Zoe Kravitz, 27, and Jessica Alba, 35, have all been spotted in double-sided womens bathing suits while on vacation.
So keep your tan lines consistent this summer and shop FEMAIL's reversible swimsuit roundup.  

1. Double the fun: B ... Read more »

Winter is coming. No wait, that’s Westeros.

This is North America, so summer is coming. That means conventions, barbecues, blockbuster movies, and of course swimming. I’m tired of wearing the same black and white tankini I’ve worn for the last few years. You know what? It’s time for a new look. Time for something that expresses who I am in a swimsuit. It’s time for something geeky!

I’ve gathered some super fun womens bathing suits that will make you feel amazing no matter what your body type. I seriously don’t mind a little flab showing as long as I get to wear that delightful looking Batgirl swimsuit from Black Milk Clothing. I will gleefully jump into a public pool yelling, “I’M BATGIRL!” if my swimsuit has a ... Read more »

The eather is warming up and that means dress season! You may have just recently read our article on how to dress as a wedding guest, and because white is reserved for the bride we had to leave the little white dress off the list! It's one of our favorite warm weather pieces—effortless and fresh, this neutral dress looks perfect on sun-kissed summer skin.

Dress it up with a statement heel and fun jewelry or dress it down with a simple denim jacket and your favorite sandals—read on to see a few of our favorite picks for the perfect white dress boutiques online.

1. Nasty Gal Wash Over Me Shirt Dress
We love the minimalistic vibe of this simple shirt dress from Nasty Gal. Bu ... Read more »

After what felt like a very long winter, the temperature is now steadily warm and the sun is out! Take a look at six dresses that we can’t wait to make and wear this summer to everything from barbecues to weddings. While dresses are fun to wear, they can sometimes be daunting to make, so make sure to check out our Dressmaking course, which starts today!

1. Halter maxi dresses for tall women
This new dress pattern has become a fast favorite of the BurdaStyle editors! I would love to wear it to a summer wedding by the beach in a similar tropical print that the magazine chose. No need to wear a necklace with a halter dress, just pile gold bangles on a wrist or two.

2. Ruffled Halter Dress
We’ve loved this dress since it came out last year ... Read more »

During the dog days of summer, the absolute last thing you want to do is pile on the layers. When you’re not stuck in an overly air-conditioned cubicle at work, nothing says warm-weather fun like a slew of summer slip dresses, lazy girl-approved slides and off-the-shoulder silhouettes. And if the latest throwback trend from the ‘90s and early ‘00s is any indication, it won’t be long before you’re adding a back-baring halter style to the mix. Easy as throw-on-and-go, these effortless tie-neck styles call to mind beach bonfires and spontaneous trips to the fair. Kick off summer with these 10 rad halter styles dress boutiques online that deserve a top spot on your checklist ... Read more »