Blog Posts by Joanna Douglas, Senior Fashion and Beauty Editor

Friday, June 21 is National Flip-Flop day, and we think they deserve some love. Sure, that little notch between your toes can be annoying, but in a sea of painful stilettos, clunky wedges, and sweaty sneakers, there's nothing more liberating than a pair of flip-flops in the dead of summer. The ancient Egyptians figured this out all the way back in 4000 B.C.! From our favorite foamy beach shoes to ultra-chic sandals, we've rounded up the top five flip-flops around. Time for a pedicure, stat. By Joanna Douglas, Senior Fashion & Beauty Editor

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A recent Vice fashion spread shows a model dressed as Sylvia Plath moments before her suicideVice is brand known for being in-your-face, aggressive, and un-P.C., but its latest fashion shoot, entitled "Last Words," is particularly shameful. In a spread posted last Thursday online, Photographer Annabel Mehan shot seven models made up to look like famous female authors at the scene of their famous suicides. Stylist Annette Lamothe-Ramos dressed one model as Sylvia Plath is pictured kneeling in front of a gas oven. Another is made up to look like Virginia Woolf wading into the water before she drowned herself. A third who resembles Iris Chang (who only died in 2004) has a gun in her mouth. And yet another dressed to look like Sanmao, who hung herself with stockings, holds a noose around her neck. Want to get the look at home? The tights are by Look from London.

Forgive us for not buying into this form of artistic expression, but to us suicide is not something to be glamorized. These literary talents should all be recognized for their talents, and surely their deaths can and should

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Easy, stylish crossbody bags have become the highlight of our purse collections, and they're ideal for long, hot summer days. Ditch all the heavy excess junk you're lugging around in your oversized tote and tuck in just the essentials--phone, cash, keys, lipstick--what more could you possibly need? OK, fine, maybe a pair of sunglasses too. For a chic, low-maintenance look, check out our top five favorite crossbody bags. By Joanna Douglas, Senior Fashion and Beauty Editor

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Summer style options are endless for women: shorts, skorts, rompers, maxis, minis… you name it! The climate also justifies in-your-face accessories like bold sunglasses and hats. But not all trends are created equal! We surveyed men all over the country to weigh in on the summer items that turn them off. We also consulted with Will Welch, Senior Editor at GQ, on why certain trends may be unappealing to guys. "Sexiness is as vague of a term as beauty," says Welch. "Is a long, flowing skirt a man repeller but a short mini skirt is a man attractor? It totally depends. It also depends on what kind of man a woman is trying to attract." But maybe your goal isn't to attract guys! Many ladies dress for themselves or even other women. In this case, Welch reminds us to select trends that flatter our figures and personalities. "It depends on the woman, how she's wearing it, how she carries herself, and what all that is leading her to project." With this in mind, check out the top summer styles

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Forget merely masking odors and disguising greasy roots-in our opinion, the real purpose of dry shampoo is to make hair look freshly washed without any of the the work. Us lazy? Never! We've just got more exciting ways to spend our time than shampooing, conditioning, and styling every day. Wanna trim 30 minutes off your morning beauty routine? Try one of our top five dry shampoos. We've seriously tried them all, and these do not disappoint. By Joanna Douglas, Senior Fashion and Beauty Editor

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Saturday, June 1 would be Marilyn Monroe's 87th birthday, and in honor of the occasion we are taking a closer look at her fabulous swimsuit style. The Hollywood icon had a thing for strapless suits, polka dot bikinis, and lots of flattering ruching, and her retro look is currently having a moment. We've rounded up 10 of the bathing beauty's best looks and found similar options you can still buy today. It's no surprise practically every female celebrity has tried to emulate Marilyn: her swimwear style is totally timeless and proof that you don't need a pencil-thin model body to look sensational while lounging poolside. By Joanna Douglas, Senior Fashion and Beauty Editor

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LBDs are so predictable. This summer our favorite frocks are stark white. Here's why: they're literally cooler since they reflect (not absorb) sunlight, they provide the perfect palette for eye-catching accessories, and with all the outdoor festivities they easily transition from day to night. From eyelet and lace to pleats and cutouts, our top five little white dresses are anything but boring. By Joanna Douglas, Senior Fashion and Beauty Editor

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Memorial Day sales are here! Image courtesy of Tobi.comIn between BBQs, beach days, and representing the USA in your red, white, and blue, there are many bargain sales prime for the picking. Worried your three-day weekend may be ruined by rain? Most Memorial Day sales can be shopped online starting NOW.

AG Jeans - 30% off select jeans through May 30

American Eagle - 40% off all AE products (except Aerie undies) with code 03987441 through Monday

Ann Taylor - Select summer items under $50 for a limited time

Anthropologie - Free shipping on orders over $150 with code LONGWEEKEND through Monday

ASOS.com - 20% off everything with promo code TAKE20 through Monday

Banana Republic - 35% off most items with code BRDIVEIN through Monday

Bath and Body Works - 20% off your order plus free shipping over $50 with code BEACHLIFE20 on Friday only. 50% off select items through Monday

Bare Necessities - 30% off plus free shipping on select swimwear throughout Tuesday

BCBG - 30% off summer styles through Tuesday

Bloomingdales - The Big Brown Sale is here

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