Well, try these new takes on this hot, new trend:

Mix it up with a cute circle skirt
Eyelet, lace, three-tiered, cotton - there are tons of styles of this must-have skirt for summer and all of them have a free-spirited feel to them. Dress it down with flip flops and a simple tank, or go dressy with kitten heels and a girlie-detailed camisole or corset-top. (left, Chompol Serimont)

Peasant tops are very easy to wear
A sheer, neutral-colored peasant top could be worn with nearly anything. With distressed jeans and Birks, the look is relaxed and hippie. With dark denim and a thick black leather belt, the look is urban and hip. (left, Candies)

Throw on a "vintage fabulous" accessory
The right hip hat (newsboy, wide-brim, cowboy), vintage belt (tooled, suede, distressed, fringed, skinny, wide), and jewelry (turquoise, antique-ish silver, dangling earrings) can make any simple outfit terribly chic or trendy. (left, Smashing Grandpa; right, Union Bay)

Adorn with girlie details for a glam look
A little touch of sequins, rhinestones, lace, or ruffles can make anything look so much prettier. Smaller doses are always better (tough rocker babe is so last year), but if you pull it off right, you'll look romantic and edgy. (left, BCBG)

All photos copyright © 2002 Cynthia Nellis.

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