Summer Fashion

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If anyone knows about finding the perfect swimsuit, it’s got to be Kim Kardashian. But the reality star admits that bikini shopping is a challenge even for her — especially since she’ll only wear tie-bottoms. To make swimsuit season a little less stressful for her fans, Kim has posted her foolproof bikini guide on the official Kim Kardashian site. Among her top tips is making sure to get the correct size suit — rather than trying to squeeze into one that’s too small. And she loves the flattering cut of Ed Hardy’s new swimsuit line and bikinis by Sassi, just like the purple ruffled one she’s wearing here. Besides just getting the perfect suit, Kim recommends wearing big sunglasses, flip flops, a sarong and — of course — sunscreen! Check out all Kim’s bikini tips at officialkimkardashian.com. Tell us: What are some of your favorite bikini tips?

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We’ve been huge fans of H & M’s designer collaborations since they launched their Karl Lagerfeld collection in 2004. And their latest partnership, this time with Finnish clothing and textile design house Marimekko, is no less exciting. Click here for more info on the summer ‘08 collection from our friends over at FabSugar.

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Jenny McCarthy was recently spotted enjoying a gorgeous Hawaiian sunset while vacationing with boyfriend Jim Carrey. While we have given up all hope of ever looking that toned and fit in a bikini, we did totally want her cute halter top and ruched boyshorts! Turns out that they are from celeb-fave Lisa Curran, who is known for her flattering cuts for those of us with less than Jenny-perfect bodies. Get her adjustable halter, $60, and shirred brief hipster, $68, at lisacurran.com.

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Kate Walsh was in this week’s PEOPLE magazine wearing an amazing red bathing suit and white cover-up. Please tell us where they are from!- Natasha

On set for an Entertainment Weekly photo shoot, Kate Walsh strutted her enviable body in a sexy one-piece giving younger beach loving stars some serious shore competition. Not to mention that we love seeing a star in something a little more realistic than anitty-bitty bikinis. Get Kate’s Lisa Curran red suit, $150, at lisacurran.com or try this Merona one, $15, from target.com for an end-of-the-season sale. Kate’s cover-up is the elbow sleeve tunic, $172, from Los Angeles designer Wilen available for pre-order at wilenlosangeles.combut to get a similar style, on sale $10 from $35, get this a.n.a button front caftan available at jcpenney.com.

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When Hayden Panettiere told PEOPLE that she was a bikini girl, she wasn’t kidding! We’ve already spotted her in an adorable striped Vix bikini, and now she’s hitting the beaches of Malibu (on lunch break from filming her hit show Heroes) in this gold-trimmed Lotta Stenson two-piece. If you love Hayden’s bikini too, you can snag one for yourself at shopblushboutique.com for the sale price of an incredible $40! This is one deal you can’t pass up.

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Last week, Kate Hudson went to the other side of the camera, making her directorial debut on the short film Cutlas that she wrote and directed for Glamour to benefit breast cancer. But even while multi-tasking, Kate has been her usual casual chic self, pairing lightweight jersey dresses with her favorite Tom Ford sunglasses. We found Kate’s navy swiss dot Park Vogel sailor dress, $187, at parkvogel.com and this look-a-like dotted dress, $20, at forever21.com. Kate’s grey Marianna Tart tube dress, $173, is available at tartcollections.com and for a more wallet-friendly option, $48, go to urbanoutifitters.com. Finish Kate’s summer comfy look with her signature Tom Ford “Jennifer” glasses, $310, at shopintuition.com or these similar frames, $80, at swell.com.

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Despite the wintery looks in stores, summer’s not over yet. So if you’re still craving cute, lightweight clothes, take your search to the Web. Not only will you find clothing and accessories perfect for the warmer months, you’ll also bound to score some great deals. And don’t forget to check out the August issue of Stylewatch for even more options.

Swimsuits
St. Tropez golden-ring deep-V halter tank, J.Crew, $59 (originally $85)
String bikini halter top, Old Navy, $7 (originally $17)
String bikini bottom, Old Navy, $7 (originally $17)
Carol Wior “Slimsuit” side-ring halter, Nordstrom, $55 (originally $110)

Best site for swimwear bargains: www.swimoutlet.com

Light Dresses
“Ursula” strapless dress, C&C California, $29(originally $94)
Crossover knit dress, Forever 21, $16
Mercer silk belted dress, Sunner, $124 (orginally $247)

T-Shirts
Women’s “Boyfriend” tee, C&C California, $23 (originally $46)
Short-sleeve jersey tee, Gap, $10 (originally $20)
Puffed sleeve scoop neck top, Aeropostale, $9, (originally $17)
Most comprehensive site for tees: www.americanapparel.net

Accessories
Weave sandal in white, Mystique, $48 (originally $79)
Corsica sandal in red, Luiza Barcelos, $29 (originally $69)
Medium rugby stripe boat and tote bag, LL Bean, $16.95 (originally $22)
Woven beach and pool tote, $21 (originally $29)
Reversible beach hat, $18.99 (originally $38)
Big brim beach hat, $14 (originally $24)