Summer Pleasures

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From bold graphics to floral prints

Bold florals: After seasons of monochro-
matic dressing, the new floral prints are
refreshing in their bold palettes and
abstract interpretations. Look like you've
come from Andy Warhol's studio in this
Muse silk skirt from Roz & Sherm,
Bloomfield Hills.

Graphics: "It's
bold and graphic
but also soft and
delicate," says
Ralph Lauren of
his dressed-up
menswear silhou
ettes. Bold brown
and white stripes
give a classic silk
pantsuit a sophisti-
cated edge.
Wrapped with
long strands-of pearls, the look is "sexy, strong,
feminine and young," says Lauren. Op-art
graphics from the '60s find new canvases on
summer_dresses, pants and swimsuits. The
chevron-striped pant is an example of fashion as
art. Don't be a print phobic this summer. Look
for geometrics, abstract florals, Pucci-inspired
graphics and zigzag stripes. At Neiman Marcus,
Somerset Collection, Troy, and Saks Fifth

Avenue.

Asymmetries: The
asymmetrical hem-
line creeps above the
knee in a tissue-
weight lambskin
skirt from Donna
Karan, (right) paired
with an off-the-
shoulder jersey top
and Manolo Blahnik
ankle-tie sandals.
The bare shoulder
look and stiletto
heels rule for warmer
months. At Neiman
Marcus, Somerset
Collection, Troy. Top
photo: Saks Fifth
Avenue.