Bebe Metallic Puff Sleeve Sweater

I fell in love with this Bebe Puff Sleeve Sweater for its metallic sparkle and wide hemline.  The V neckline elongates the neck and torso (a tip I learned long ago while watching a certain makeover show on TLC) while the puff sleeves add drama to this sweater.  With cooler weather on the way, you’ll continue to sparkle right through the fall season.   

Bebe Metallic Puff Sleeve Sweater — $69

Halter Tops

A halter top flatters almost every figure because it exposes the areas that look good in most women, regardless of their size: the neck, shoulders and back. A halter top can be sexy and glamorous at night or, when paired with a pair of non-tight jeans, it can look airy and sweet. This style is very appropriate for warm weather since it leaves the arms and the upper back bare.

For some women, a drawback to this style is that one has to wear a strapless bra underneath, since regular bra straps would show.

These two tops from Bebe are cute, feminine and sexy. Make sure you wear them with a relatively conservative bottom, unless you are deliberately going for a provocative look.

Bebe, Circle Icon Knit Halter Top, $59

Bebe, Silk Trim Gathered Halter Top, $54

ABS Charmeuse Red Dress for Less

The floral trend has been blooming for some time now and this ABS by Allen Schwartz Charmeuse red dress, $300, is a fab favorite. Although compared to many frocks out there right now it’s not that expensive, it is still pretty pricey for something you’ll probably only wear once or twice. Let’s face it: with something this red and eye-catching, you don’t want to be caught wearing it at every soiree.

This Bebe Silk Mesh Bubble Dress, $140, is nearly identical to the dress above. It has the bubble hem and the flowers at the nape of the neck, though they’re not as prominent. It’s not that much cheaper, but when you’re working hard for the money, every penny counts!