Steals & Deals: Memorial Day Sales

Holiday weekends mean sales galore. And with Memorial Day quickly approaching, a fashionista has got to be prepared for the all-white parties and rooftop soirees. Check out S&P’s weekly round-up of clothing deals and sales online and in-store.

Get your shop on:

Aerosoles: Summer savings — get up to 25% off

Aldo: Shop women’s clearance sale

Ann Taylor: Buy one, get one 50% off

Ann Taylor LOFT: Summer sale

Asos.com: Women’s clearance sale

Banana Republic: Stylish steals under $100

Bandolino: Shoe and handbag sale

BCBG: Online sale

Bluefly.com: Get up to 65% off on sale items

Calvin Klein: Up to 75% off on summer sale items

Charlotte Russe: Buy one, get one for $15 on wedges

CUSP: Online and in-store sale

DKNY: Clearance sale

Express: Get 20% off on sale items

Forever21: Spring sale & Daily specials

Gap: Get 25% off on skirts

J.Crew: Shop women’s spring sale

J.Jill: Take an additional 25% off on sale and outlet items through May 31

Lane Bryant: In-store and online Memorial Day sale

Lord & Taylor: Online sale

Macy’s: Women’s sale

Michael Kors: Online sale

Nine West: Get up to 50% off

Nordstrom: Spring sale

Old Navy: Online sale

Piperlime.com: Women’s sale on shoes, handbags and apparel

Rachel Roy: Spring sale

ShopBop.com: Get up to 70% off

Steve Madden: Women’s sale

Torrid: Free shipping on purchases of $75 or more

Victoria’s Secret: Dress sale started at $25

Wet Seal: Online sale starting at $8

White House | Black Market: Shop the Memorial Day sale

Window Shopping

The sundress is a must-have for spring and summer months. It’s versatile — pair it with a cardigan and  mid-heel pump for work or ditch the sweater, wear a lucite necklace and some towering sandals or wedges for a night out.

Functionality is also key when picking the perfect dress — you want to be comfortable. Opt for a looser, flowy fit versus more form-fitting. And stay on trend this season with a floral or brushstroke print.

Check out this week’s hot picks.

Floral Empire Tank Dress, $52.12, gap.com

Michael Antonio Harriet Wedge, $39.50, piperlime.com

Tassle Chain Necklace, $6.80, forever21.com

Duhaime Stretch Cuff, $12, aldoshoes.com

Matterson Straw Clutch, $22.80, aldoshoes.com

Fashion Forward: News & Advice

Stay up on the latest fashion news, style advice and more:

39 Must-Have Summer Shoes Under $100 (Glamour.com)

Get the Looks from SATC2 Before the Movie Opens (SheFinds.com)

Lighten Up Your Wardrobe With Pastels (Essence.com)

Go Wild With Leopard Print (Elle.com)

20 Memorial Day Style Essentials (LuckyMag.com)

Accessories Trends to Try Now (InStyle.com)

The Stylish Vote

The nude palette continues to rule. And these fashionable starlets show off simple ways to kick up the chic factor with some basic hues. Get noticed by layering textures (think ruffles, linen and silk), draping, cut-out details and adding sparkle to your look with sequins or metallics.

Vote for your favorite look:

Photos: Essence.com, TheYBF.com, Zimbio.com

                       Mary J. Blige          Ciara          Selita Ebanks

**UPDATE** Ciara is the Stylin’ Chick of the Week.