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A personal favorite of mine, the wrap dress is a summertime clothing chameleon. Wear it as a cover-up to the beach, a special occasion dress, or to work! Though this style is truly year round, I've found 12 of the best summer wrap dresses full of floral prints, lightweight fabrics, and bright colorways made for twirling in sunshine.

Love them or hate them, the tiny sunglasses trend that swept the fashion nation back in 2018 is officially on the outs. In their departure emerges a vast number of bigger and bolder frames that are taking 2019 by storm. It might not be warm enough to bust out your summer jumpsuits and beach bags quite yet, but fortunately sunglasses are appropriate year round.

Start thinking of the potential outfits that will inevitably lead to Insta-feed fashion fame, as you take a look at our thoroughly researched finds. Scroll down for our assembly of the 12 top sunglasses trends of 2019 — or what I like to call "the big, the bold, and the blinged out."

A faux leather jacket adds a touch of effortless cool to any outfit, and a faux leather jacket is even better for animals — and your wallet. Layer it over dresses and skirts now, sweaters and jeans later. From traditional moto jackets to a modern trench, these are the best faux leather jackets that are chic AF and animal friendly.

Perhaps one of the most difficult challenges of the summertime is trying to stay cool when it's sweltering outside. Unless you're indoors getting a blast of A/C, for the most part you're trying to avoid those annoying side effects of hot weather, such as sweaty pits, thigh chafing, and sticky skin. For those outdoorsy gals who can't stand the thought of melting into your clothes, we tracked down 10 trendy casual dresses that'll help you beat the heat while looking chic. Whether you're out at a tiki bar with some friends or taking a stroll in the park, there's no sacrificing style for comfort here with these top picks.