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I’m still having a tough time deciding, but my short list continues to get smaller. I’ve now gotten my swim suit picks down to the following and feel good about the short list.

This bikini from Ed Hardy has a great print

I really like this black bikini from Moshino;


 
Which is also available in red;

Or I might be sold on this Moschino bikini. Something about this print.

But you know one thing I already have sorted out is the shoes. For poolside, I think a slide makes the most sense.

I might go with something like this pair from Michael Kors;

Or possibly an ultra sexy pair of Giuseppe Zanotti, which are a must have regardless!

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For me, the most difficult showing is for swimwear, and I can’t figure out why. I’ve been looking at it for a while now and have it narrowed down (from a huge list) and should be able to make a choice just in time to wear it once before summer is over.

I’ve often thought of swimwear, or some of it, as water resistant lingerie. With the exception of lace, they’re very similar, and in many cases the swimwear leaves less to the imagination.

Without further adieau, I present MizzTissa’s Summer 09 Beachwear pics!

Starting with this halter top bikini set for about $70, it has kind of a cool print and side ties.

While I’m more partial to the 2 piece bikini/tankini style, but this one piece swimsuit from Sylvie Cachay caught my eye.

I could see myself possibly wearing this black floral halter bikini for $99.

But the hunt continues as I’m still not sold yet!

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 Want to look like you’re ready for a red carpet premier and on your way to Hollywood? Dress like a celebrity, even if you don’t have an opening or awards show. You only live once!

This Nicole Miller maxi dress is stunning in fuschia and has a knot detail halter with button closure around neck and draped fabric down front to create a luxurious look.

 
And this amazing maxi makes my top picks - the flamingo paisley chiffon halter dress from Badgley Mischka.

To get the look just right, its all about the shoes.

Take a look at this pair for Report Signature that goes by Pamona, with side cutouts and adjustable ankle straps;

The Report Pamona is an affordable pair and great addition to every womans closet. These would probably look great with jeans another day too.

Have you ever seen a pair of high heels that make you melt? You’re about to! This pair of Cesare Paciotti black suede cut-out sandals is the kind of dream shoe that makes want to sing. But now I just need to find a way to get them in my closet.

But this pair of sandals from Fendi might just be the show stopper you’re looking for. It boasts a 4” heel, rhinestone detail, and is every bit stylish and class.

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 The maxi dress is all the rage and here at mizztissa we can’t get enough of them. I’m not looking forward to getting my next credit card bill, but loving my new wardrobe! Some favorites from recent shopping adventures…

The Flamingo maxi dress from Hype provides a flattering and sexy look. With spaghetti straps and a deep plunge, its bold blue and gold accents and beautiful print are stylish and in!

The print on this Custo Barcelona is gorgeous! I fell in love with it the moment I saw it.  They’re almost sold out so act fast! I have no idea how to describe the print but its definitely unique.

Another Custo Barcelona print that is as elegant as it is sexy. A Peacock-inspired pattern on the bust and daisy-inspired pattern on the skirt make this a smart stylish buy.

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Summer is almost in full swing and you’re still looking for that perfect pair of summer sandals and a dress? It’s a good thing we ran into each other, coz I have a few ideas that can help with your summer wardrobe.

I know how it is. I’ve been on the same quest for that perfect pair of shoes for a while, and although I have yet to find the perfect pair of heels, every so often I find something like the Christian Louboutin ‘Noeudette’ . These will definitely spice up that little summer dress and add some sizzle. They have a 3½” heel with goldtone metal tip and come complete with the signature red sole.

Could this be the perfect summer sandal? Christian Louboutin ‘Noeudette’ in Hot Pink. For me, it says ‘Let’s Salsa’!

Also available in lime green!

When I’m shopping, I guess I do things backwards compared to a lot of women. I pick the shoes, then the dress. I’ve found this just works for me better. Probably because when I picked the dress or clothes first, I usually had a little trouble finding a pair of heels to go with it. But since I started with the shoes first, no problemo!

Now for the summer dress, and I have just the thing, a few times over. Check this Norman Kamali babydoll green bubble dress! The bustier style bodice with v-neck and crisscross backstraps is just the thing when you’re sitting on the patio people watching!

 How about this beautiful off the shoulder silk ruffle dress? I love the flowing look of this one.

Or there’s a dark pink floral jersey dress I adore from David Meister. Perfect for going out almost anywhere.

There’s one other dress that I really liked. It looks so summery (if that’s even a word) and colorful. The small pic doesn’t show it off so well, but borrowing from the description… “Watercolor-hued orchids bloom on the subtly striped halter dress”. If I could only pick one, this might be it. So far, its my summer dress pick!

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Is there ever a day that goes by when Rachel Bilson doesn’t get her outfit spot on trend?

In a word, ‘no’.

Just the other day, the former OC star stepped out in one of these seasons’ hottest trends, the boyfriend jeans trend.

The petite brunette teamed her baggy stonewash jeans with a simple white tee, a tassled tan bag, a pair of gladiator sandals and an obligatory pair of superstar sunglasses.

Of course, her outfit would not be complete without her uber cute, shaggy dog.

Bilson is blessed with gorgeous hair, an adorable doggy woggy, great acting talent (ok, so that one is up for debate), an Adonis of a fiance (hello, Hayden Christiansen) and a wardrobe that I would literally kill for.

I guess I’ll have to just make do with imitating her style.

Seriously, no fair.

Boyfriend jeans don’t only have to be worn with pumps or sandals, but can also be worn with heels, a la’ Kylie Minogue.

It’s always worth investing more money on the basic items in your wardrobe as these are the pieces that you get the most wear out of.

These Kurt Geiger sandals are called Kate. Brilliant name, if you ask me…

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Well would you take a little looky what we found here! On my internet travels for clothes, shoes and, oh, I don’t know, anything else that I care to covet, I came across this little gem of a discount at this gem of a store.

They have such a masive array of products that cater for all price ranges I spent a good few hours of today browsing and wishing pay day would roll on just a little bit quicker!

My top 3 list at chickdowntown.com at the moment:

-Alexander McQueen scarf for $237 – this is a style that’s been seen on all the A-listers – what I wouldn’t give to be one of them, if not just for their access to the hottest trends around!

-Mink Pink Smooth Sailing Dress $55.00 – gorgeous simple dress and with a price tag that is far more in my price range!

-Rachel Leigh Millies Clip On Ivory $145.00 – cutest retro clip on earings. Possibly ever.

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OK, so summer has arrived, and we all know what that means, right? It means it’s time to get out your maxi dresses and flounce around the streets!

I don’t know about you, but I know that I’ll be making  like the A-listers and treating myself to this season’s most flattering dress. Unlike the typical LBD, the maxi dress is perfect for hiding all of those lumps and bumps. Perfect, just what I like!

I’ll be in good company too, with my maxi dress. Serial offenders of the maxi-dress wearing brigade include Rachel Bilson, Mischa Barton and Nicole Ritchie.

A style similar to Mischa’s dress is available from Firetrap at Oli.

Traditionally, the maxi dress tends to be floral. However, with tribal and ethnic being a key trend this season, you can get away with this too. Oli comes through for us again with this gorgeous tribal bandeau maxi, courtesy of Miss Sixty.

The maxi dress breaks the usual dress rules of distinction; it falls into the categories of beach as well as dressy. You can make a maxi dress look daytime or evening based on the accessories/shoes that you team it with.

If you want to go for the daytime look, then maxi dresses look gorgeous with gladiators. For an evening look, try teaming yours with a simple pair of wedges for understated glam. I love this pair of gladiators, found at Heels.com. The harsh studding would work great against the delicate patterns of a maxi. And the Valentine Bronze wedges would not only look great with your maxi, but the neautral shade makes them versatile enough to look gorgeous with jeans too!

A common misconception of the maxi is that if you’re short, you can’t wear a maxi dress. Let me tell you, this is wrong! True, if you’re short, you have to be a little craftier, but you can still get away with a maxi. I’ll let you in on a little secret: the trick is to go for small prints as big prints tend to drown the figure.  Alternatively, an all over colour looks great on tall and short girls alike. Blake Lively and Eva Longoria sit on either end of the height spectrum but look equally stunning in their red and orange hues.

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Expanding on the summer look, this striped Voile camisole dress is the perfect little sundress that flatters every body shape and will probably become an annual tradition to wear. You know how some things in your closet end up just sitting there year after year? I suspect this camisole dress would make a return appearance.

But what to wear with such a cute summer dress? Not to worry as I have the perfect solution – this calls for a strappy sandal!

 The Rafe New York cognac studded leather ‘Rihanna’ sandals provide a certain trendy sophistication.

 
Or a pair of these tan woven leather ‘Johnsen’ sandals are an option…

But how about these Stuart Weitzman platform sandals? The gold laminated leather ‘Platzoom’ sandals look amazing!

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A lot of my girlfriends seem to have more wedges than anything else. When I’ve asked why that is, there was no reasonable explanation and it just turns out that way. I always thought it must be to do with the comfort but no idea for sure. So I thought a wedge post made sense seeing how they’re so popular.

The Murielle wedge sandal from Pour la Victoire is a sexy gladiator wedge that spices things up.

These Prada Sport gold metallic leather wedge sandals are both comfortable and look great. The padded insole and adjustable buckle make it a great looking wear for those long shopping excursions.

Or these black patent peep toe wedges from Miu Miu, which also have a haute attitude!

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