Fab Finds Under $100: Shirtdress

It’s officially summer. Say hello to muggy, 90-plus degree weather — and good luck trying to keep it stylish (and comfortable) while commuting to work.

One way to help avoid looking like you’ve already put in 8 hours at the office before your day has even begun is to keep your outfit simple. Instead of office wardrobe staples like pant and skirt suits, try a blousson top in a breathable fabric — like cotton or silk — paired with a pencil skirt or wide-leg trouser pants.

Even better, a dress eliminates having to tend to fussy separates. It’s your top and bottom all in one, and a sophisticated version like this safari-inspired number can go from the office to happy hour without a hitch.

Banded-Waist Shirtdress, $49.99, thelimited.com

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The Stylish Vote: Eva Mendes, Kerry Washington, Nia Long

These ladies were on full-on glam mode at recent media and award show events — turning up the “wow” factor on red carpet gowns with bright white and neon hues.

Eva Mendes was all “va-va-va-voom” in a white floor-length, strapless gown at the unveiling of her Thierry Mugler fragrance, Angel, in N.Y.C. Kerry Washington looked smoking hot in a neon yellow gown that showed off her toned gams at the BET Awards in Los Angeles. And Nia Long makes pregnancy look effortless and chic. She wore a sleeveless white dress with a sheer overlay and metallic platform sandals to the BET Awards.

**UPDATE** This poll is closed. It’s a tie — Kerry Washington and Nia Long are the Stylin’ Chicks of the Week.

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Fab Finds Under $100: Slouchy One-Shoulder Top

On those blazing hot summer days, a look of perfectly styled separates may seem a bit too much. Who wants to pile on layers — no matter how lightweight they may be — in 90-plus degree weather?

That’s when it’s time to break out the comfy staples: oversized tees, slouchy tanks and crop tops paired with cut-off shorts, white jeans or flowy maxi skirts. This slouchy one-shoulder top from RACHEL Rachel Roy seems like the perfect addition to your wardrobe. You can dress it up (how chic would this shirt look with a kelly green pencil skirt?) or down (think denim Bermuda shorts with frayed edges).

Slouchy One-Shoulder Top, $49, rachelroy.com