|You can have a dressy look by wearing black jeans and a nice blouse, with heels. If you're wearing the latest trend, colored jeans, it's best to go for a more casual look.

|Wear darker blouses and pants if you want to appear slimmer. Dark colors help emphasize your good parts and tone down the overweight extras you don't want people to notice. You should wear skirts with elastic waistbands if you are concerned about comfort.

|There is no need to go along with every popular fashion trend. What may look great on that runway model may make you look like a carnival side show. Do what makes you comfortable. You should follow your natural instincts. Following your instincts will pay off in the long run.

|Coloring your hair at summertime is a good way to add some fashion to your ensemble. Make sure, however, that you do what's necessary to maintain the health of your hair. Spend the money on a solid conditioning treatment meant for colored hair, and use it religiously to keep your color pure and your hair looking healthy.

|One thing you are going to want to do is always keep an eye open for changes in style. Styles are constantly changing, and you can find out what is new by looking at fashion magazines every now and then. They are likely going to showcase the new trends first.