The Alternative Tee

Alternative Apparel has been challenging the concepts of fashion since 1996. In the beginning, Alternative founder and creative designer Greg Alterman sold his t-shirt designs out of his car. His passion for designing the perfect t-shirt has since grown into one of today’s hottest apparel brands, boasting an impressive list of celebrity fans which includes Angelina Jolie, Audrina Patridge, and Lauren Conrad.

Alternative has always made a commitment to raise the t-shirt above its traditional status as a casual staple. Specializing in styles that carry the look of well-loved vintage, they have mastered the art of casual chic, thus moving the t-shirt to the center of a fashion-forward wardrobe.

Alternative Apparel’s most popular piece so far has proven to be their Burnout Crew Tee in White, pictured here on Twilight's Kristen Stewart and Mandy Moore. This burnout basic has also been spotted on famous faces like Christina Aguilera, Megan Fox, and Rachel Bilson. Capture Kristen's look with the addition of a sharp-looking vest or go your own way. The possibilities are endless!

Tip to Toe Trend

I’m of the firm belief that just because a dress is long and covers your stems, doesn't mean it can't be sexy. After all, leaving something to the imagination can be awfully alluring, which is why I love the burgeoning maxi dress trend this season has been enjoying.

It’s no wonder that celebs like Lauren Conrad, Christina Aguilera, Paris Hilton, and Hayden Panettiere have all been spotted rockin’ maxi dresses. These dresses are simple and easy to throw on. The airy skirt still keeps you cool and they provide better protection from UV rays as an added bonus. I have to admit it’s quite refreshing to see a trend deviating from the high-exposure minis, short shorts and curve-hugging leggings normally seen when warmer weather hits.

Though maxis are pretty uniform in length, the style possibilities are endless. You can choose a simple style and accessorize to the nines, or pick a bold print to stand on its own. Brand new at UrbanMinx is the Rainforest Silk Halter Maxi Dress from Hale Bob - a favorite of Paris Hilton. The floral Remi Dress from Sky Tops is simply garden party perfect and Lotta Stenson's Drawstring Dress is all-over bold.

A Tip of the Hat

Millinery is a dying art, but designer Jennifer Ouellette is doing her best to keep the discipline alive. The hat and headband maker combines vintage inspiration and ultra-comfortable fits for a truly unique and modern line of accessories. The best part? No headband headaches! Miss Ouellette holds a patent on her brilliant pain-free headband design, so you’re getting unmatched comfort on top of looking marvelous.

UrbanMinx carries a full gamut of glam-satin strands, befeathered headbands, and trim caps favored by Hollywood fashionistas like Kate Hudson, Reese Witherspoon, and Christina Aguilera. To get Kate Hudson’s glowingly glam look on the left, check out the Ostrich Feather Headband and pair it with Napoleon Perdis’ sultry DéVine Goddess Lipstick in Hara.