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Under $100: summer staples in basic black

Can we talk about this weather? I mean, did I unwittingly move to Seattle? Halfway through June and nearly every day is cold and rainy. As a result, I've been wearing lots of gray and black, and my pretty, colorful, lightweight spring-summer clothes are languishing in my closet. It's a little depressing, yes, but there is a silver lining to this never-ending storm cloud: Black is eternally chic, and in the summer, it's even a little unexpected. So, lest the sun never shines again—or even if it does—here are some stylish summer essentials in basic black.

Clockwise from top left:

As I mentioned in an earlier post, I get pretty lazy about my attire in the summer. On the weekends, I live in somewhat silly T-shirts like this one by Wildfox Couture.

I average at least one new beach cover up per year, and since I haven't pulled the trigger yet this year, this crocheted Roxy dress is a strong contender.

Fact: I let my body roast in the sun, but I keep my face covered as much as possible; a glam sun hat is an important part of this equation.

Summer is the perfect excuse to wear a lot of beaded bracelets. I currently have my eye on this Shamballa-inspired number from Susan B.

What else can I say about these Jessica Simpson Patia shoes, other than they have polka-dots and are incredibly fun?

There is nothing easier to wear than a shirtdress, particularly one in silk, like the Lylia dress from Guess.

Cindy Crawford once said the sexiest swimsuit is a black string bikini. I'd take her word for it, with this incredibly affordable Old Navy string bikini top and matching bottom.

The great thing about straw bags: They can get wet and survive, meaning they're perfect for this weather. They're also nice and lightweight. I like the vaguely exotic look of this SR by Sandra Roberts tote.

Shorts: love 'em or hate 'em, they're a summer necessity. These Daisy or Night shorts from Modcloth manage to be both relaxed and polished.

Finally, what's summer without a pair of sunglasses? I prefer traditional aviators, and Marc by Marc Jacobs makes a solid pair at a great price.

TheFind Guest Post: Three Timeless Summer Staples to Get Now


Living in a very un-summer like place like San Francisco, where you’re layering your outfit more than your sun block, having the right thing to wear can be a hard feat to fix. From June to August, San Francisco fashionistas are still wrapped up in trench coats and boots while the rest of the world is enjoying strappy sandals and sunbathing. There are three summer staples to have handy, that will stay evergreen and chic, no matter how many sunless summers in San Fran pass by. Cold-weather acclimated people can feel confident in investing in these timeless finds, knowing that their favorite yachting and island-hopping clothing is at the ready, and available at the back of the closet, when the sunniest days in the windy city finally come out. Modcloth.com has the hookup with these customary silhouetted styles:
The Floaty Dress: Perfect for those carefree days with the significant other, which requires more than casual style.

The Baby Doll Tank: For extra fun in the sun and a high head-turning ratio.

The Embroidered Tunic: For the last minute getaway and when the weather is sunny enough but with a cool breeze. Great for summer nights, too.

- Mira Torres

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