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[Furla Metropolis Mini Cross Body Bag, $378, available at Shopbop.com]

[Reformation Sparrow Dress, $218, available at Thereformation.com]

[Old Navy Patterned Pom-Pom-Trim Sleep Shorts, $18, available at Oldnavy.com]

[TOPSHOP Rainbow Flamingo Collar Necklace, $55, available at Topshop.com]

[Maje Embroidered Sweatshirt, $132, available at US.maje.com]

[Kenzo Tiger T-shirt, $125, available at Kenzo.com]

[Alexander McQueen Printed Scarf, $295, available at Stylebop.com]

[Zara Printed Top with Bow Sleeves, $25.99, available at Zara.com]

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With summer now in full swing, it’s the perfect time to try out those daring, whimsical pieces that are much more difficult to put to use during the colder months of the year. Luckily, this season, some of the most popular brands are leaning more toward statement-making items rather than minimalism. One trend in particular that is hard to miss is animal-themed prints. This lighthearted look is perfect to be paired with classic pieces and basics, or even another print to heighten the trend. Check out Zara’s Printed Top with Bow Sleeves, complete with strategically-placed bird detailing, making it easy to pair with the denim already in your closet. Similarly, Reformation’s Sparrow Dress is great for more formal occasions, while still maintaining a sense of amusement. For accessories, the Furla Metropolis Mini Cross Body Bag and the Alexander McQueen Printed Silk Scarf are finished with leopard and butterfly detailing in a apt vibrantly-hued color palette. Try pairing these with a neutral-shaded sundress or denim for everyday versatility.

Click through the slideshow above to see our other top picks for animal themed prints this 2017 summer season.

Budget Stylista: A Now and Later That’s Better Than The Candy

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Via CollegeCandy.com:

Let’s face it – August is a hard month for shopping. Everywhere you go, window displays scream mohair and motorcycle boots, but you are still sittin’ pretty (and very happily) in your flowery sundress, thankyouverymuch. And while you know you should be looking to invest in a good pair of boots to walk through the slushy snow in just a few months (ew), you would much rather peruse the racks upon racks of summer dresses that are cute and – um – ON MAJOR SALE.

I mean seriously, $200 dresses on sale for $40? I don’t care if it’s negative 30 outside – we can find a way to wear these badboys a little while longer. Who says you have to part with floral the second the leaves start falling from the trees?

Here’s a way to be stylish and savvy: reuse and rewear your favorite summer frocks. Just pair them with some thick tights, a boyfriend blazer or leather bomber, a scarf, some booties or boots and – presto chango – your springtime floral is instantly ready for a stroll with a pumpkin spice latte (the one good thing about cold weather).

Here are 3 options of summery looks that you can take well into fall, but feel free to try this with most summer dresses in your wardrobe!

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