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Summer is officially here! Beat the heat in sizzling summer styles that are sure to keep you looking hot and feeling cool! Mini and tank may be four letter words, but they’re totally appropriate summer lingo. That’s right, ladies, it’s possible to show some skin without the scandal! Modesty is all about balance. Juxtapose the shortness of a mini skirt with a slightly oversized tunic. CAbi’s Lawn Cami has the skinniest of skinny straps, but the light and airy fabric doesn’t cling, so plenty is left to the imagination. A shoulder baring strapless maxi dress looks absolutely stunning while providing complete coverage. Even a bathing suit feels like suitable loungewear when paired with a cute cover up! Summer Style 101 - Sweet sundresses are always a smart choice for almost any summer occasion. And when in doubt, wear white! This crisp, clean color is sure to keep you looking cool all summer long.Â
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Bohemian dresses convey a youthful free spirit, and are often made from cotton and organic fibers, winning them the flower child stamp of approval. The tiered A-line style flows softly over the midsection, covering bumpy terrain for a beautifully flattering silhouette on almost every body type. Perfect with flips flops for a casual summer stroll or dressed up with wedges and jewelry for a dressier occasion. |
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Chic & Structured silhouettes employ princess seaming to highlight a woman’s shape. The strong and simple lines balanced with feminine details epitomize Michelle Obama’s chic White House style, and remind us that behind every good man is a strong and sexy woman! With the right accessories, this smart sixties-inspired style can take you from the conference room to a cocktail party. |
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Belted dresses cinch in at the waist to enhance or create an hourglass shape. Double the fun of your silk tunics or t-shirt dresses by adding a belt for an instantly updated summer style. |
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Flowy Goddess silhouettes are floating whimsically down the runways and into summer soirées! Layers of sheer fabric in cool pastels offer a hint of skin while providing full coverage. The soft and sexy folds and ruffles channel the Aphrodite within, so embrace this style when you want to amplify your feminine beauty. |
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Maxi - mize your summer style with the ultimate summer dress! So chic and versatile, this light and flowy style is perfect for all of you summer needs. Oops, forget to shave? No problem! This ground-sweeping dress is the answer when you’re running late. Throw it on with your favorite summer hat and flip flops, and you’re ready to head out the door. |
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Still feeling a little summer shy? Well, fear not! Here are a few of our favorite tried and true last minute exercises for summer sculpting:
| Arms: Tricep Dips: Sit on the edge of your bed or a sturdy chair with your palms at your sides. Walk your feet forward until your hips are off the chair. With knees bent, lower yourself until your elbows are at a 90-degree angle and your upper arms are parallel to the floor. Raise yourself back up with your arm strength and repeat for 3 sets of 12. |
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Biceps Curls: Start with your arms down at your side with a 3-5 lb weight in each hand. Bending your arm at the elbow, raise and lower the weight on each side, one at a time for 3 sets of 12 reps each. | |
| Lateral Raises: Stand tall with your arms down to your sides and a lightweight dumbbell in each hand. Keep your arms straight and raise them out to the side until they are parallel with the ground. Lower arms to starting position and repeat for 3 sets of 10 reps. |  |
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Legs: Pliés – You’ll soon see why ballet dancers have such lean and toned legs! Stand with feet shoulder width apart and toes pointed out. Dip down just until knees are just above your toes and then rise back up. Only dip as far as you are comfortable and keep a chair in front of you for balance if needed. Do 3 sets of 10 to 12 reps. |
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| Calf Raises- Stand tall and slowly lift up onto your toes and then lower. Hold onto a wall for balance, if needed, and repeat for 3 sets of 10 to 12 reps. Make sure that your movements are smooth and controlled. For extra toning, hold free weights in each hand. |  |
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Lunges- To get the most out of this exercise, make sure that your hips are squared and your core is tight. Looking out instead of down will help you keep your balance. Make sure that your knees do not pass your toes and that they never touch the floor. Do 3 sets of 12 reps on each side. |
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Linen may wrinkle, but this is the time to embrace it! This highly absorbent fabric keeps you exceptionally cool and fresh in warm weather, and because it’s structured, items like CAbi’s Linen Pant or Wedding Skirt are great dressy options for summer. |
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Rayon & Viscose found in items like CAbi’s Grecian Tank and Jungle Wrap are soft and smooth, but also offer full coverage. This highly absorbent fabric won’t cling even when you glisten. |
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Lawn Cotton is great for summer dresses and skirts. This thin cotton is so light and airy it tends to be a bit sheer, so it’s usually fashioned in layers, like CAbi’s Soiree Skirt. |
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Voile Cotton is free flowing and gauzy, typically layered for summer skirts and dresses, and the sheer quality allows for airflow to keep you cool. CAbi’s Flirt Skirt is washed voile cotton, which is a bit thicker than standard voile, and the flowers on the Muse Tee are standard voile cotton. |
| CAUTION: Summer weather is sticky enough so don’t make it worse with your clothes! Here are a few fabrics to AVOID at all cost in the warmer weather: Wool, Silk, Heavy Polyester & Velvet |
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Whether it’s in your beach bag, your trunk, or your Mary Poppins purse, you just can’t leave home without these summer essentials.
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Water Bottle - Ever stopped to think about the magic ingredient of the Fountain of Youth? You got it, WATER! Hydration is key to feeling good and looking healthy all year long. Avoid the poison potential of plastic and consider instead using a non-toxic alternative to keep water with you wherever you go. We love the fashion-friendly SIGG sports bottle, that lets you customize your own design! | |
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| Sunscreen - Even if you love looking a little sun-kissed, with so many sunless options available, there is no excuse for letting your skin suffer the consequences of damaging UV rays. So make sure you’re protected every day! Our top picks are: | ||
| Body: The spray-on application of Aveeno’s Positively Ageless Sunblock Spray SPF 50 is perfect for those hard-to-reach places. |  |
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| Face: Skinceuticals Daily Sun Defense SPF 20 is a broad spectrum sunscreen with transparent zinc that is ideal for all skin types to protect against UVA and UVB rays. Build this into your morning routine and apply your makeup right over it. |  |
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Hat - Can’t find a shady seat at the park? No worries! The perfect summer sun hat provides a built-in cool cover to shield your face from the sun! We love the neutral fade-resistant color and the ultimate convenience of this packable hat by Helen Kaminski. | |
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| Lip Protection - Keep ‘em kissable! In search of the perfect lip gloss? When in doubt, just look for SPF on the label. | ||
| Bobbi Brown SPF 15 Lip Tint gives lips a tint of color as it soothes and protects, and that’s why it’s our favorite! |  |
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| No time for the mall? No problem! Burt’s Bees Sun Protecting Lip Balm with SPF 8 is amazing - need we say more - and available at any local pharmacy. This is one you’ll want in your beach bag, car and purse! |  |
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Protect your hair from frizz and UV rays! John Frieda Frizz-Ease Moisture Barrier Hair Spray is a high-humidity formula that shapes, holds, and protects hair to combat frizz. And here’s that magic word again - sunscreen! This product will help protect your hair from the damaging effects of UV rays. | |
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So you don’t have time to get to the beach, but you still want the back-from-the-beach look? Bumble and Bumble South Surf Spray is a salt-infused styling spray for fullness, hold and a cool matte finish that gives hair a sexy, salty, sun-dried, wind swept style. Just beware, your coworkers might get jealous of your beach days! | |
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Summer Bronzer - Bronzer is your ticket to a safe summer glow! We recommend Trish McEvoy’s all over face color bronzer to give skin a natural golden sun-kissed look. | |
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| After Sun Skin Care - We’ve all fallen victim to the deceiving cloud cover that tricks us into thinking we can do without our sunscreen. Don’t worry; we’ve got help! |  |
Banana Boat Soothing After Sun Gel with Pure Aloe instantly cools your skin to help the healing process of sunburns. |
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Wise Woman Regenerating Night Cream from the Body Shop helps to reduce the aging signs that sun exposure can cause. Use at night when skin naturally renews itself. | |
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| Perfect Pedicure - We know you’re excited about all those cute summer sandals, so make sure your toes are ready for their close-up! Essie’s Summer Collection has four great options sure to complement your summer style. Remember, chips + salsa = good BUT chips + nails = time for a pedicure! |  |
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Flip Flops - Whether you’re getting a pedicure or taking an impromptu walk through the park, sometimes you just need a simple flip flop. Havaianas slim sandals are comfy and cute and come in a rainbow of colors. | |
| Summer Scent - Every girl needs a fresh and feminine summer scent. Our pick this summer is the whimsical floral bouquet of Marc Jacobs Daisy. |  |
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Sunglasses - Fashionable and functional, sunglasses are the most important accessory of summer! Make sure to get the highest UV protection possible, and to look for polarized lenses, which offer the best protection. What sunglasses are topping your must-have list this summer? | |
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| Sexy top and a sporty bottom, boosts your bust and adds shape to your hips | Molded cups create curvaceous cleavage, and ruching conceals ab flab | A real ringer with extra fabric where you need it and a big reveal where you don’t |
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| Avoid strappy tan lines; bow detail draws eye away from problem areas | Vertical and angled stripes have a slenderizing effect | Bust boosting bandeau, and a flattering full coverage bottom |
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| Tummy taming tankini offers modesty with style | Sleek and chic bikini skirt slims the hip and thigh | Amplify a smaller bust, and show off lean lines |
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These CAbi cuties are looking lovely in their vintage CAbi! When Merry Beth Hovey and Liz Heffernan of MN, arrived at a friend’s wedding wearing the same dress, a quick trip to the ladies room was all they needed to gracefully avoid a fashion faux pas. CAbi’s Reversible Dress to the rescue!
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