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Think of loose-fitting white trousers as a refreshing stand-in for quotidian white jeans. Equally versatile, laid-back, and comfortable, the trouser is, IMHO, exceedingly more elegant and modern. German designer Viktoria Rader, pictured here, is practically living in them this summer, rotating various iterations that range from crisp and pleated to pull-on and sheer. I love them all, for both work and play. I specifically adore these versions from Anine Bing (true perfection), The Reformation, Frankie Shop, Velvet, Topshop, and COS.

Photos: vikyandthekid

Looks like I'll be savoring summer's long days and balmy nights in a few new dresses I just scooped on sale at 24S, including the vivid Ulla Johnson, above, as well as this lovely! You can also get 15% off just-in pre-fall looks with the code Summer15 (with a purchase of $300 or more/some brands excluded). On my wish list: these Isabel Marant boots, these lace-up sandals by The Row, this Self-Portrait sequined jacket, and these Miu Miu jeans. Shop it all here through the end of July.

Paris' shoe du jour--the ballet flat--is stepping out everywhere during Couture Week with looks both basic and big time. My all-time favorite is by Porte and Paire, available in a slew of cute colors, followed by Everlane. I also adore this spot-on sequin one from Zara!

$310, sandro

Short and oh so sweet!

1. Sandro dress, $310, sandro-paris.com

2. Maison Irem earring, $450, shopbop.com

3. Tory Burch wicker bag, $598, toryburch.com

4. The Row sandals, $1070, mytheresa.com

The Vogue girls are suiting up in statement tops for the long holiday weekend--and inspiring me to subscribe! Madeline Fass opts for a sexy Proenza Schouler bodysuit, above, with low-waist trousers, while Lisa Aiken works a crochet blouse by The Row. Find me Satuday-Tuesday in these tops by Phillip Lim, Endless Rose, Andrea Iyama, and Topshop. Happy 4th!

$84, h&m

Not yet in stores but already on its way to me!

1. H&M dress, $99, hm.com

2. Le Specs sunglasses, $65, shopbop.com

3. Anissa Kermiche ring, $1405, netaporter.com

4. Longchamp fishnet bag, $120, longchamp.com

5. Jimmy Choo flats, $750, netaporter.com

I felt the sting of Topshop's demise all over again when I was in London last week, missing what felt like bank robbery raids on its Oxford Circus flagship. But now that I'm back stateside, I just discovered a loot of new Topshop dresses at Nordstrom that remind me why I was once such a hard-core devotee. The cut-out flowy dress, above, is the essence of effortless summer style (there's also a floral print version). Same goes for the black and white maxi and lace long-sleeved lovely, below, which I'd wear without the slip and over a suit!

$225, netaporter

This skirt has a sleek Prada vibe--but not the hefty price!

1. Cos tank top, $22, cos.com

2. Ganni skirt, $225, netaporter.com

3. Missoma earrings, $136, shopbop.com

4. Poolside Bags conch clutch, $295, shopbop.com

5. Zara sandals, $59, zara.com

To attend Paris' Couture shows, you need not only deep pockets, but a deftness for taking clothing that's everyday practical and making it opulently posh. This year, fashion insiders like Lauren Santo Domingo and Jeanne Damas, both pictured below, are strutting to shows in simple strappy sandals that beautifully go with everything from sculptural dresses (like LSD's Toteme) to mini wrap skirts to straight-leg jeans. I like these lace-up Schutz and The Row, these metallic neutrals from The Reformation, these kitten-heeled Senso, and these flat and simple Anine Bing and TKEES. P.S.: A long ponytail also makes for a powerfully chic accessory, as proven here!

Photos: Sandra Semburg

$298, neiman marcus

This drawstring, loose-fitting, drawstring, wide-leg jean is summer perfection.

1. J.Crew cardigan, $228, jcrew.com

2. Citizens of Humanity jeans, $298, neimanmarcus.com

3. Yankees hat, $21, pacsun.com

4. Jennifer Zeuner jewelry, $198, shopbop.com

5. Marni market bag, $215, marni.com

6. Jimmy Choo pearl-studded sandals, $775, netaporter.com