Trends: Rasta from the Runway

Chanel Iman in Blumarine

Get inspired with a little Rastafarian themed fashions with the colors of the Jamaican flag for spring.

Rasta Chic by chocfashblog featuring Issa dresses

Shoes: Christian Louboutin, sweater: Blumarine, Swimsuit: Roxy

Let's Go to the Farmer's Market

Saturday morning shopping, fresh brewed coffee, a bag of fruit, freshly made tamales. Dress for comfort and style in a chic silk dress by Adam, leather thong sandals by Steve Madden, and a simple necklace by Sonya Renee. Throw all of your purchases in your satchel by Roxy Over the Rainbow.

Beauty: Summer Hair

Summer nights make for pretty hair looks. Whether you choose to let it fall loose and free, keep it swept to one side, or let the tendrils flow, choose a look that's easy to maintain.

Orange You Fabulous!

Desire, excitement, fire! Orange is definitely a color that turns heads. Turn up the heat in your wardrobe this summer with these killer pieces!

Trend Alert: Swimsuits Go Bold!

Designers are debuting their cruise 2010 swim collections in Miami July 15th-19th at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week and SwimShow July 18th-21st. Popular trends include bold, bright patterns, safari and psychedelic prints and head turning colors. The 80s are also making a comeback in swimwear...Oh my!

Swim Wear Makes a Bold Statement by chocfashblog featuring Prada sunglasses

Item Details:
Palm tree bikini, Diane von Furstenberg, $80, theoutnet.com
Sarong, Everything But Water, everythingButWater.com
Bejeweled string bikini, Tara Matthews, $400, net-a-porter.com
Oversized round sunglasses, Prada, $245, net-a-porter.com
Gold and turquoise thing slides, chickdowntown.com
Bikini top, $20.99 and bottom $13.99, Full Tilt, tillys.com
Beach ball, $12.99, target.com
Ring bandeau bikini, Beach Couture, $130, topshop.com
Flip-flops, Havaianas, $22, piperlime.gap.com
Bandeau bikini top, $13 and matching bottom $13, dorothyperkins.com
Straw sun hat, JLO, $29.99, e4hats.com
Drink, Margarita-Martini-Mojito
Beach towel, Juicy Couture, $75, juicycouture.com
Bandeau bikini, Frill, $25, topshop.com
Straw Allegra bag, Vivre.com
Apple iPod, Apple.com

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Summer Bags & Shoes

Summer shoes and bags take on a whole new meaning with color and excitement. A perfect pedicure is the ideal complement to a summery sandal. And of course you need a bag to load those magazines, novels, snacks, and iPhones in when you hit the beach!

Summer Shoes & Bags! by chocfashblog featuring Jimmy Choo shoes

Item Details
Modern Aries bag with Zip Detail, $750, brownfashion.com
Sandal, Gianmarco Lorenzi, $1,047, mercedeh-shoes.com
Paratay leather tote, Chloe', $1,573, net-a-porter.com
Sandal, Jimmy Choo, $735, net-a-porter.com
Neon flip-flop,Charlotte Russe, $6.99, charlotterusse.com
Zip clutch, Marc Jacobs, $350, farfetch.com
Flat sandal with criss-cross straps, $40, piperlime.gap.com
Handbag, Bulgari, $1,190, styledrops.com
Bag, Melie Bianco, $95, piperlime.gap.com
"Rhett" sandal, L.A.M.B, $345, piperlime.gap.com
Stiped bag, Betseyville by Betsey Johnson, $88, regencies.com

All Dressed Up & Somewhere to Go

Pretty dresses make for an interesting summer. They're perfect for a party, wedding, or even a picnic. Dress them up or down with heels and sandals that can take you from the beach to the dance floor. Keep make-up to a minimum and hair simple. The right looks allows you to catch the perfect summer breeze!

All Dressed Up by chocfashblog featuring Christian Louboutin shoes

Item Details:
Metallic leather clutch, $349, mytheresa.com
Cotton dress, Vivienne Westwood, $384, net-a-porter.com
Bangles, Alex & Ani, $268, chickdowntown.com
Sandals, Christian Louboutin, $1,495, net-a-porter.com
Silk chiffon stripped dress, 3.1 Phillip Lim, $475, net-a-porter.com
Leather bowler bag, Tod's, Bluefly.com
Tri-color slingbacks, Fendi, net-a-porter.com
Earrings, Chanel, portero.com
Dress, Stella McCartney, $650, matchesfashion.com
Shoes, Gia Lorenzi, $755, farfetch.com
Ring, $198, my-wardrobe.com
Patent clutch, Yves Saint Laurent, $380, bluefly.com
Aviator shades, Rayban, $155, my-wardrobe.com

Jamaican Me Crazy!!

Far south in the middle of the Caribbean Sea lies the jewel of the West Indies, Jamaica. With it's flawless waters, so crystal clear you can see through to the world below, Jamaica is the perfect island getaway. It's the place where magic happens and the island Patois flows from the tongues of many in a beguiling fashion. And don't forget the cuisine. Enjoy a plate of jerk chicken or sample rice and peas, or fried plantain. But pack light, temperatures in Jamaica reach scorching. Looking for a flight? Try Air Jamaica, who offers several flights from most major airports and discount vacation packages. No time for sitting around once you get there, take part in one of the island's many festivals or dance the night away at a Kingston club. Who knows...You just might fall in love...

Jamaican Me Crazy by chocfashblog featuring Havaianas shoes

Item Details:
"Jamaican Me Crazy" tee, Charlotte Russe, $10, charlotterusse.com
Coconut shell earrings, Huahine Jewelry, $39.95, Amazon.com
Coconut Lime Verbena body scrub, Bath & Body Works, $15, bathandbodyworks.com
French terry drawstring shorts, Old Navy, $15, oldnavy.gap.com
Distressed cropped jeans, Viggos, $34.99, charlotterusse.com
Braided rugby striped top, Forever 21, $14.80, forever21.com
Bob Marley photo, Funbumperstickers.com
Halter-neck ruffle bikini, Fisico, $258, farfetch.com
Slim animal flip-flops, Havaianas, $24, piperlime.gap.com
Bow vest dress, $46, topshop.com
Medium coconut bangle, $7.99, tanojewelry.com
"Gorgeous Black Women" photo, Happy Birthday Jamaica, gorgeousblackwomen.blogspot.com
Air Jamaica Airlines
Extra Jamaica Rum, Appleton Estate Rum, chaseintl.net
Super Sweet Pineapple, Sainsbury, mysupermarket.co.uk

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Work, Play, and Everything in Between!

Work, Play, and Everything in Between by chocfashblog featuring Dior sunglasses

Item Details:
"Diorita" tote bag, Dior, $1,850, forzieri.com
Slingbacks, Miu Miu, $244, net-a-porter.com
Cuff, Angie Gooderham, $82, accessoriesonline.co.uk
Square gold hoop earrings, Penelope Poet, $156, penelopepoet.com
Fitted dress, Asephia, $1,079, my-wardrobe.com
Belt, H&M, shop.hm.com
Palm Print Cami, $41, missselfridge.com
Khaki shorts, Old Navy, $19.50, OldNavy.com
Canvas Tote, Faded Glory, $7.00, Wal-Mart.com
"Saleha" slides, Aldo, $50, Aldoshoes.com
"Elyse" silk dress, Alice + Olivia, $420, net-a-porter.com
Dior Miss Cherie perfume, Dior, $92, bloomingdales.com
"Hanaa" gold metal thong sandal, Steve Madden, $69.95, stevemadden.com
Peace sign earrings, Target, $24.99, target.com
Panther red sunglasses, Dior, $210, sunglasses.shop.co.uk
Python skin envelope clutch, $845, brownsfashion.com

All Set for Summer Cocktails

Summer Cocktails by chocfashblog featuring Christian Louboutin shoes

Have a toast to the good life and keep your cool, all while looking simply fabulous.

Item Details:
"Yves Klein" blue dress, Maison, Martin & Margiela, $965.0, farfetch.com
Chunky necklace, Yves Saint Laurent, $770, net-a-porter.com
Summer cocktail recipes, marrieclaire.com
Sandals, Christian Louboutin Differa, $1,495, net-a-porter.com
Clutch, Talullah Tu, talullahtu.co.uk

A Nice Summer Breeze & Champagne

Black & Gold are oh so classy and oh so sexy for summer!

Summer Breeze & Champagne by chocfashblog featuring Gucci shoes

Item Details:
"Harem" Jumper, Arden B., $58, ArdenB.com
Earrings, H&M, Shop.hm.com
Champagne flutes, Poreda.com
Bvlgari pink gold diamond ring, $6,550, Bvlgari.com
"Iman" platform t-strap, Gucci, Bluefly.com
Oversized metallic clutch, Miu Miu, $850, net-a-porter.com
"Only Drink Champagne" OPI Nail Polish, bebeautiful.com
Pendant necklace, Phillip, Crangi Mara, $1,647.50, net-a-porter.com

Code Blue!

Blue hues never looked so good. Go from day to night with shades like royal, aqua, cobalt, and turquoise. Known for it's soothing properties, blue is great color to wear when just want to relax.

I Dig These Blues! by chocfashblog featuring Gucci bags

Item Details:
Splendid
Cotton modal maxi dress, $155, net-a-porter.com
Big Heart Tote, $1,490 EUR, mytheresa.com,
Behnaz Kanani peep-toe pump, $524 GBP, farfetch.com
Sanaa Lathan in Alberta Ferretti
Blue marella water filter jug, $16 GBP, debenhams.com
Blue Shell oval ring, $105 GBP, pebblelondon.com
Costa one-shoulder dress, $255 GBP, my-wardrobe.com
Blue twist bandeau top, $39 GBP, my-wardrobe.com,
Talullah Tu cuff bracelet, $16 GBP, talullahtu.co.uk
Sapphire screw-stud earrings, $359, Amazon.com
Blue Frill satin top, $28 GBP, missselfridge.com,
Charleston stretch twill shorts, $21.20, alloy.com
Halle Berry's sun-kissed look
Retro-Love sunglasses, $349 EUR, mytheresa.com,
Gucci blue crystal GG "Hysteria" bag, Bluefly.com
Chloé Leather Flat Pumps With Bow, $329 GBP, far fetch.com.

Go Mellow for Summer With Yellow!

Yellow is color that work for just about every skin tone. Whether you're cafe au lait or rich chocolate, sunny yellow makes you look chic for summer. Pair designer items with lower-priced ones for a unique look. Pair the Oscar de la Renta silk skirt with a $5 tee says tres chic! Love to match? Go for a phone cover like the Apple I-Phone silicone skin cover from PDAExtreme.com

Chocolate Sun by chocfashblog featuring Fendi bags

Item Details:
Swimsuit, Diane Von Furstenberg, $190, net-a-porter.com
Fold corner bag, Dorothy Perkins, $18,dorothyperkins.com
Patent-buckle platform heel sandals, $25.99, amiclubwear.com
Zac Posen silk-fitted dress, $2,325, net-a-porter.com
Smoked topaz bumblebee statement necklace, 1928.com,
Rafe New York "Rihanna" frame handbag, $375, piperlime.com
Flower ring, $14.99, modcloth.com
Rib vest top, $12 EUR, debenhams.com,
Oscar de la Renta silk-pleated skirt, $1,150, net-a-porter.com
Old Navy flip-flops, $3.50, oldnavy.com
Apple iPhone 3G silicone case, pdaextreme.com
Arden B, tiered-silk party dress, ArdenB.com Flower pin, $3.99, girlprops.com
Oscar de la Renta Origami open-toe slingbacks, $665, net-a-porter.com
Fendi sequined "Forever Boston" bag, $820, net-a-porter.com
Bright bead bracelet, $6 EUR, newlook.co.uk
Pacifica Brazilian Mango candles, $16, sephora.com.