Upgrade your style this summer without having to create a giant Ponzi scheme to finance it!

While on twitter, one of my fabulous twitter friends @MsHauteStylist gave me life with her tweets on Giant Vintage Sunglasses. These shades are (to take a line from the late great Michael Jackson) giving me FEVER like I’ve never ever known! These highly fashionable sunglasses will instantly add style to the simplest of outfits and since I haven’t spotted a pair over $25 yet from their over 1800 inventory, you can be fly on the fly!

Check out the site and tell me which shades you love (link me to them in the comments!).

Shades pictured above: ASM-OS black, $20; ASM-OS clear, $16; SLITHER-222 tortoise/black, $24; SLITHER tortoise/black, $24.

I absolutely love the look of white denim done right! Due to my snack tendencies, I’ve been afraid of rocking this look because I just know after about an hour of wearing it, everyone would know what I had to eat for the day. Hopefully I can put my snacking aside because these jeans are just too cute to pass up!

Blank White Cropped Skinny Leg Jeans with Zippers; 7 For All Mankind “Roxanne” Skinny Jeans in Vintage White Wash; 7 For All Mankind Women’s “Gwenevere” Skinny Jeans in Clean White Wash; Quotation: Hudson Women’s Signature Straight Leg Jeans in White; Citizens of Humanity “Kelly” Distressed Bootcut Jeans in Fallen Angel Wash.

White Denim Tips:
*Since white denim can showcase a multitude of sins, go for a heavier fabric if you have any lumps or bumps.
*Don’t wear any white undies with white denim. A nude shade (and by nude I mean a color closest to your skin tone) works best. Otherwise everyone in London and France WILL see your underpants.
*A bright pop of color looks great with white denim. Your color-combo options are limitless!
*If stark white isn’t your cup of tea, but you still love this look, go for more off-white or cream colored denim.
*Not sure on what style denim is right for your body? Check out my post Jeans For Every Body.

Add some vintage glam to your summer wardrobe with a pair of these hot Carrera sunglasses!

Carrera “Endurance” Sunglasses in Crystal Fucshia and Green Crystal $150 at Bloomingdale’s; Carrera “Safari” Sunglasses in White Frames- Azure Gradient LensesBrown Ochre Gold Frames- Brown Gray Gradient LensesBlack White Palladium Frames- Gray Gradient Lenses $120 at Bloomingdale’s; Carrera “Champion” Sunglasses in Turquoise Frame- Azure Gradient lensesWhite Frame-Brown Gray Gradient LensesBlonde Havana- Brown Gray Gradient LensesBlack Yellow Frame- Green Gradient Lenses $120 at Bloomingdale’s

Or get the look for only $10 AND 15% off your first purchase at 80spurple.com use Code: 80snewbie

“Turbo II” – Colored Vintage Mirrored Aviator Sunglasses; EP- ‘Missoni’ Colored Retro Aviator Sunglasses; “Edge” – Retro Plastic Aviator Sunglasses; EP – The Turbo 2764 Sunglasses.

And speaking of “shade”…(check it around the 1:22 mark–NSFW–not safe for work)

Check out these hot summer styles from Express! Even if you the zeroes in your checking account are on the wrong side of the decimal point, you can still look chic this summer. Plus, each piece can be worn TONS of different ways with items already in your closet—you’ll get tons of mileage no matter what the gas prices are! (why do I feel like I needed a drum roll after each of those one-liners…lol)

SLEEVELESS RUFFLE-FRONT VOILE DRESS $69.50; ZIP POCKET TEE DRESS $29.50; SNAP-SHOULDER TEE DRESS $29.50; KNOTTED MULTI-CHAIN NECKLACE $34.50; ONE-SHOULDER TOP $24.50; SEXY BASICS BRA CAMI – ZEBRA STRIPE PRINT $24.50; RUCHED VOILE SHIRT – LUREX PLAID $49.50; STELLA BARELY BOOT JEAN – WHITE DESTROYED $69.50

P.S. Don’t forget to enter in the Monavé Mineral Makeup Giveaway–entries must be in by Sunday, May 31st!

Summer’s nearly here and it’s time to go swimsuit shopping! If looking for a new suit gets you nervous (it’s understandable–there’s just so many choices out there), check out this quick guide that’ll help you not only narrow down your choices, but keep you looking fab no matter your body type!

If you want to hide your tummy, try a solid color suit with ruching at the tummy area and an interest bust line. The extra fabric there will help camouflage your tummy and the bust line will draw attention away from your midsection. Avoid bikinis and tankinis that don’t fully cover the belly and any suit with horizontal patterns—the lines will only make your tummy appear larger.

Try Miraclesuit Oceanus One-Piece Swimsuit $124

If you have big breasts, you’ll need a top that’s sturdy enough to hold the girls. Solid colors are best and you’ll want to avoid anything with frills and horizontal patterns that will just emphasize your chest more.

Try Push-up full coverage halter $28.50 at Victoria’s Secret.

If you have a boyish frame, you’ll want to look for details like frills and ruffles to add visual curves to your frame.

Try Ruffle sliding triangle top $10 and Ruffle low-rise bottom $9 at Victoria’s Secret.

If you have a long torso, try a tankini worn with a bottom cut high on the leg. This will make your legs appear longer and more in proportion with your body.

Try Wireless push-up halter tankini top with String Bottom at Victoria’s Secret.

If you’re plus-size, remember that “plus-size” refers to size and NOT shape. You’ll still need to refer to the other categories for your shape, then look for a suit in your size. Avoid keeping yourself in the black suits and big cover-up box–venture out and go for brighter colors and suits that show off your curves!

Try Miraclesuit Plus Size Oceanus One-Piece Swimsuit $134.00 at Macy’s.

Also check out Swimwear, a swimsuit website dedicated to sizes 8 & up. They have an extensive collection of suits for every plus-size chica.

If you have a small bust, go for triangle shaped tops with ruffles or large curvy patterns to visually add some oomph! to your chest.

Try Painted orchid sliding halter top at Victoria’s Secret.

If you have thick hips and thighs, you can camouflage them with a swim skirt but I also suggest getting a brief that’s cut high on the leg to make the leg appear longer.

Try Cover-up swim skirt with Wrap top at Victoria’s Secret.

If you’re expecting, you’ll want a comfortable adjustable suit that can grow with you throughout your pregnancy.

Try Maternal America Maternity ‘Jenni’ Tankini at Nordstrom.