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Need the perfect summer outfit? Look no further! Maxi dresses are quintessentially summer: They’re fun, easy, and totally versatile. Plus, there’s a million ways you can style them. Here are four of our favorite looks to rock your maxi.

 

As a beach coverup: A loose, comfy, breezy maxi dress is perfect for the beach. If you feel like stepping out of the sun for a while, just throw one on over your swimsuit. It doesn’t have to match perfectly—a little clashing can be cute!

 

We love: Forever 21 Tie-Dye Maxi Dress, $30, forever21.com
 


Under a cropped tee: Throwing on a cropped T-shirt over your favorite maxi is a cool and easy way to create a whole new outfit. It will fool everyone into thinking you’re wearing a super cute new skirt. Shhh--we’ll keep your fashionable secret!

 

We love: Olsenboye Maxi Dress, $30, jcpenney.com
 

Forever 21 Crop Slub Tee in Ivory, $11, forever21.com
 
 

With sandals and a beaded necklace: This super summery look is tops for any occasion. A solid, brightly colored maxi can be paired with equally bright sandals for a bold look. Add a beaded necklace for some extra bling.

 

We love: Mossimo Supply Co. Juniors Maxi Dress in Blue Delta, $20, target.com
 

Bamboo Sloane 08 Red Multi Buckle Bash Thong Sandals, $15 (on sale!), lulus.com
 

Forever 21 Layered Beaded Necklace, $7, forever21.com
 

Knotted up: Knotting your maxi where it hits your knee is an awesome way to freshen up your look. A simple cotton or jersey maxi is perfect for achieving this look. And there’s a bonus: you don’t have to worry about your hem dragging on the ground!

 

We love: GoJane Striped Maxi Dress in Rustblack, $37, gojane.com
 

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I am very insecure about my body because I have A LOT of scars on my legs that I have accumulated as a kid, and every time I wear something that exposes my legs there is always someone who comments on them. I use Mederma (a scar gel), but it will take a while for the results to really show up. So I was wondering what type of style or clothing type would fit me best without having to face my insecurities. (I am also a really tall person despite being Asian).

 

Hey cutie!

Since it's summertime, you can't just wear pants to cover up your scars. Try some cute skirts or maybe some light capri pants. Even though you're insecure about your scars, you should totally rock them! Scars can be awesome and are even great conversation starters. Boys being boys LOVE scars and always try to show theirs off. Everyone has scars and they'll probably think yours are cool...so wear those battle wounds with pride! 


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by vln2723 on 7/6/2012 12:14:35 PM

 
 



I can never seem to look good in any Maxi dress that I try on, are there any other dress styles and types that you can recommend? Or any other ways to wear a Maxi dress?

 

Hey chica!  Just keep trying them on.  Girls are all built differently, and so different dresses work on every girl, and one killer maxi dress is better than 3 that don't fit right. Try a maxi skirt, or an asymmetrical hemline and see if those work better for you!  Good luck! 


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OK, so I'm beginning to shop for my school clothes, and i need an all new closet because the dress code is changing and I've grown a lot. My high school I'm entering requires a crew neck shirt, or a collared shirt. The shirt cannot pass below our wrists. With the limitations, what are some pieces of clothing that look good with crew neck tees? Are there any crew-neck style shirts that aren't plain t shirts? And lastly, is wearing a frilly/fancy tank top over a tee a fashion don't? I hope I didn't ask too much...but thanks in advance!







Hey girl! I know what you're talking about because I had to wear a uniform in school too.  You can wear a so-cute colored oxford shirt with skinny jeans and flats, or a crew neck shirt with a high-waisted skirt.  There are lots of options!  That tank over a tee look sounds cute, too!  Good luck! xxoo  
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MOD MOD MOD! Can u help me?
I need a totally NEW wardrobe...whenever i try going to the mall after i while i get bummed that nothing looks good on me or i can't find anything i like! I would love to buy it all online, because i find tons of stuff online, but im nervous that stuff won't fit and stuff.....
what should i do?!?!




 

Hey girl! I love shopping online because you can browse a bunch of different stores at the same time and it's easy to compare prices, etc.  You have to be careful buying things online since you aren't paying with cash.  It's easy to get caught up in spending a lot online, so budget carefully.  If you order items online, make sure the site is credible and has easy return policies that will make it simple to get your money back if you don't like what you get!  I'm sure you'll find some great pieces to redo your wardrobe, but also try to mix them with what you already have to create cool combos! Good luck! xo




 
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by Justmecheyenne on 6/26/2012 1:30:11 PM

 
 

definetly going to try the maxi with a cropped t! (:

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