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By teenvogue.com

May 18, 2008

1/5
Short Change
When it's too hot to wear skinny jeans and a dress feels too formal, shorts are a girl's best bet. This season, instead of resorting to your lackluster frayed denim cutoffs, consider opting for something with spunk. These Vanilla Star shorts promise to brighten any ensemble—rock them before your friend does so you're not left feeling green with envy.
—Stacey Farber
Vanilla Star shorts, about $25. Wet Seal stores.
2/5
To Protect and Serve
Packed in a cute mirrored compact, consider Juara Candlenut Lip Balm your portable UV bodyguard. The gloss has SPF 20 to battle the sun’s harmful rays and is made with beeswax, vitamin E, and olive fruit oil that nourish lips and relieve dryness. When it comes to beach-friendly beauty products, we can’t help but think this one’s the balm.
—Stacey Farber
Juara Candlenut Lip Balm, $18. Juaraskincare.com.

3/5
Stride Bright
While a pop of color is always powerful, it's best when accessorized with the outdoor heat. Cheer up your summer wardrobe with a Sunkist-orange cardigan from New York–based designer Chris Benz. The cover-up would look great with skinny jeans or layered over a light dress, but no matter how you swing it, this sweater is truly a bright idea.
—Stacey Farber
Chris Benz cardigan, about $325. Hirshleifer's, Manhasset, NY.
4/5
do the dip
For the sneaker-freak who likes to stand out of the crowd, this leather lace-up from Jessica Simpson is sure to put a spring in your step. Riffing off the style of Hollywood-favorite Converse Chuck Taylors, these high-tops will put you in a league of your own with their two-tone leather and sparkly silver lining. And with their electric-purple hue, these shoes will kick up the volume on any summer outfit.
—Stacey Farber
Jessica Simpson Collection leather sneaker, about $89. Macy's.

5/5
Check Your Baggage
Lightweight and equipped with a strong shoulder strap, this cotton carryall from Kiwi designer Karen Walker has your summer travel plans in the bag. With it’s oversize buttoned compartments, this satchel is sturdy enough to survive any outdoor excursion, and with chic rusted hardware and nautical stripes it’s sure to turn heads wherever you jet-set.
—Stacey Farber
Karen Walker cotton bag, about $300. Karenwalker.com.