The 5 Fashion Commandments:Summer 2008 Fashion Must-Dos

by Kate Bengaard | pictures by Michael Vonal From www.iammodern.com THOU SHALT ACCESSORIZE Upgrade this classic tee and cropped jeans from basic to glam by adding a wide belt and some heels. THOU SHALT BE COMFORTABLE AND FABULOUS Become well acquainted with knit jersey: a soft and stretchy fabric. As comfy as your PJ’s, you won’t have to compromise fashion sensibility. Shown here in a simple knit jersey day dress with cardigan. THOU SHALT INVEST IN DENIM A good fitting pair of jeans is priceless. Blackwash denim (as shown)- is a great alternative THOU SHALT TRY NEW THINGS The “Patio” Dress (as shown) is a great example of a “trend” right now. Tone it down by sticking with a solid instead a bold print.     THOU SHALT WEAR PRINTS Think outside the basics. If you are wary with prints, start with a soft and muted print, like this yellow and gray knit jersey top.

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