Summer Brights

Warm weather has us reaching for brights. Mixing brights is a favorite trend for summer. Teals and Oranges feel fresh and tropical.

Juicy Couture Maxi w/ Tie, Juicy Couture Chevron Terry Hoodie and Short, Hale Bob Ruffle Bikini

Afraid to go bold all over? Punch it up with some accessories. Bright shoes and bags are a great way to brighten up any office without looking like you just stepped off the beach.

Juicy Couture Deco Daisy Daydreamer, Nicole Devious Sandal, Nicole Dash Sandal

Celebrity Style: Heidi Klum in Hale Bob

Heidi Klum meets both young, up and coming designers as well as well established, highly successful ones through both her modeling and Project Runway. I can only imagine the amount of clothes that are sent to her to wear and that's why I love to see her wearing a brand we minxes love, Hale Bob.

We just got in a fresh spring delivery and the dress she's wearing is a similar style to the Hale Bob Velvet Kimono Sleeve Burnout Dress in Teal. This is a top selling Hale Bob style we sell tons of season after season. In addition to the classics there are new boho luxe maxi dresses in a beautiful neutral and coral and a sweet ruffled "Spring Fling" Dress in Green. The Hale Bob South of the Border Dress is an exquisite bright, fun color in a beautiful style and the One Shoulder Silk Jersey Dress is exotic and sexy.

Shop Hale Bob and more at urbanminx.com

Summer Surfer

Bright and flirty colors, palm trees, the wide open ocean and your toes in the sand. Sound like you? Check out the surfer trend at UrbanMinx.
From long flowing maxi dresses by T-Bags to cute Level 99 denim skirts and fun tops from Junk Food, we've got it all this summer. Check out swimwear from Hale Bob and flip flops from Twisted Heart!
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Maximize your Wardrobe

There's something elegant and otherworldly about the long flowing Maxi dress that elongates the body with class and sophistication. A turn in the opposite direction from the Mini we all love as well, the Maxi is appropriate for slightly formal dinners, summer weddings, or even lunch with a friend and strolls around town. It's hard to experience that celebrity feeling in one of these eye catching dresses.
The length calls for heels or wedges and possibly a big floppy hat to top it off. Maybe the Shaded Beauty Straw Hat from Michael Stars?

Staff Pick: Sky High

In anticipation for a frolicsome and sunny spring, Medford Minx Ashleigh has her eye on this sassy Sky Tump Maxi Dress. Because of the extra length and heavier knit fabric, she might be able to rock this style sooner than she would the average mini.

When the warm weather does come, Ashleigh would want to wear the Tump Dress with a casual jean jacket and a pair of gladiator sandals to balance out the bling at the neckline.

Staff Pick: That Las Vegas Look

With a brand name like Sky, it's no wonder when one of their items goes above and beyond style standards.

A fresh spin on the traditional summer maxi, the Palazzo Maxi from Sky presents a lush jewel tone detailed with a an exotic paisley pattern and a ruched empire waist rimmed with faux suede. Sunvalley UrbanMinx associate Larkin loves the dress for its stand-alone stunner status, as well as its transitional talents.

Look luxe when you pair it with sandals and boho gems for the summer, then break out the cowboy boots and cardigans when autumn rolls around. You can't lose!

Staff Pick: Brought to Tiers

There's nothing I love more than a look without limits, which is why my personal staff pick for this week is none other than the versatile Michael Stars Jersey Tiered Maxi Skirt in White.

While the name only references the skirt facet of this piece, the styling options are virtually endless. The tiered maxi can be worn as either dress or skirt, and the bright summer white will go with just about every accessory applied. And don't even get me started on layering possibilities!

The best part is that this maxi will not fall out of style. You'll be using it to create your favorite looks in each coming season.

Ella Moss Goes with the Flow

Greek glamor goddess is definately the style of spring/summer '09 and Ella Moss is showing a direct reflection of this runway style with grace. Draped fabrics and gauzy, feminine pieces are a specialty with this brand and this season is no exception.

Ella Moss' most recent collection features flowing maxis like the Antigua and the Cape Cod Maxi, as well as delicately draped tops like the Cape Cod Camisole. Channel your inner Helen of Troy and take a look at Ella Moss' full aray of flowing pieces.

Green Scene

One would never guess by its massive following that eco-brand Gypsy 05 was established a slim three years ago, but thanks to a strong celebrity following, Gypsy 05 has graced the pages of major publications both in the States and abroad. Their original designs are favored Hollywood's younger crowd - Miley Cyrus, Audrina Patridge, and Selena Gomez, as well as a more mature following that includes Terri Hatcher and Halle Berry.

Gypsy 05 is a lifestyle brand that transitions from day to night attire with ease, using anything from deep, sophisticated shades to fresh, soft hues which give dimension to the weightless fabrics used throughout the line. The innovative color choices juxtapose the fabrics, illustrating a refreshing vision of things that are beautiful and fit for the season.

These one of a kind designs incorporate organic fabrics, low impact dyes, and water based printing in every collection as part of their mission in environmental awareness. The message is to Recycle, Reduce, Re-planet and feel naturally confident and free while living environmentally friendly.

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.