Profile for Yasmin Zar

Lately, we’ve been lusting over whimsical Mexican embroidery on fresh summer whites. The light, boho look is perfect for hot summer days, and you can pretend you bought them on your last vacation. Here are our favorites, all priced under $55!

We would say denim is making a comeback this season, but it never really went out of style to begin with. Denim does, however, often get overlooked in the warmer months. But there are plenty of ways to wear it in the summer. Click through to check out our warm-weather denim finds.

When you think of supermodels, you think of towering women: Naomi Campbell, Cindy Crawford, and Elle MacPherson. But the modeling world is not completely devoid of variety. Shorter models are gaining momentum in the industry. Tyra Banks even devoted an entire season of “America’s Next Top Model” to contestants under 5’7″. Granted, that’s still taller than the average woman, but in the modeling world, it’s minuscule. Click through for petite models of the past and present. Above: Despite standing at just 5’6″, Twiggy became one of the first international supermodels in the 1960s.

With just under four months to go until my wedding, I’m starting to go completely insane. I never thought I’d be the “bridezilla” type, but while my fiancé sits playing video games without a care in the world, I sit crouched over table linen samples and escort card choices. I agonized for days over the paper stock for our invitations, and I somehow ended up with two wedding dresses.

But no matter how crazy I go, it’s comforting to know that there are much loonier brides-to-be out there. Want proof? Check out these tacky, totally unnecessary wedding accessories.

There’s something about a printed floral skirt that makes us smile. Seeing one signifies the advent of spring: unbuttoning our jackets, unzipping our boots, and putting our sweaters back in the “winter” drawer. With floral skirts come strappy sandals, soft T-shirts, and al fresco eating. Click through for six über-cute, affordable selections — we won’t judge you if you buy more than one!

I dread being a bridesmaid. When a close friend announces her engagement, amidst the celebration and “oohs” and “ahhs” over the ring, I am secretly praying, “God, I hope she doesn’t ask me to be a bridesmaid.” Is that totally mean? It’s not because I don’t want to be a part of my friend’s big day. On the contrary, I think being chosen as a bridesmaid is a very special and touching thing. No, my bridesmaidophobia (not a real word … YET) stems from one thing and one thing only: the atrocious bridesmaid dress.

Then, about a year ago, something happened that forced me to really examine the idea of bridesmaid dresses: I got engaged. All of a sudden, it was time to pick my bridesmaids. I knew for certain that my best gals would not be walking down the aisle in shapeless satin gowns chosen to match the chartreuse table linens. They are all beautiful women, both inside and out, and I want them to feel gorgeous and comfortable as they accompany me down the aisle on my big day.

After pouring over numerous bridal blogs and message boards, I’m happy to report that there are plenty of ways to dress your bridal party while avoiding the standard bridal shop selections. After the jump, the perfect bridesmaids’ dresses for every type of bride.

Michael Angel (left), Derek Lam (right), and Badgley Mischka had something in common this season (besides ridiculously overpriced collections consisting of drool-worthy duds): They all sent their models down the spring runways with coral lips.

Coral is quintessentially a warm-weather hue, and it’s versatile, too. Pick a shade that’s bright and you’ll get noticed. Or, go for something a little more subdued for just a touch of color. Click through for the perfect coral lipsticks and glosses for every skin tone.