Bright colors, flirty patterns, and bold statements are everywhere this summer.
What could be more perfect for the beach or vamping at rooftop pool soirées during the dog days and nights?
Carmen Marc Valvo Starry Night bandeau swimsuit ($158); Neiman Marcus, 5300 Wisconsin Ave. NW, 202-338-9465.
Kate Spade “Yuda-Ida” shopper ($395); Nordstrom, 8075 Tysons Corner Center, McLean, Va., 703-761-1121.
Arturo Chiang coral beaded slingback sandals ($78); South Moon Under, 10247 Old Georgetown Rd., Bethesda, Md., 301-564-0995.
Marc Jacobs “MJ Logo Plaque” aviator sunglasses ($320); Bloomingdale’s, 5300 Western Ave., Chevy Chase, Md., 240-744-3700.
Anthropologie Swinging Step bikini (top $118, bottom $108); Anthropologie, 3222 M St. NW, #M301, 202-337- 1363.