By: Kristine Hartman, Creative Director
This Summer season designers
chose hemlines that were sassy,
sexy, and short.   As the haute
August month takes form the
temperatures are sure to rise and
so should your hemlines. Ultra
short dresses or shirts are not
appropriate at the office even
though they make look stunning on
the runway. I recommend trying a
more feminine, tailored approach
to a classic short summer shape
that can take you from the office
break room to cocktails after work
with colleagues. I have selected
the top shapes for enhancing your
sexy legs this August in lightweight
flowy fabrics for play and tailored
looks for the office with just the
right dose of optimum leg
exposure.
GUCCI
Resort Line
2008
Everyone
needs a basic
fun frock to
throw on at the
beach or out to
dinner while on
a destination
vacation. This
piece
combines a
print that is
bold, not loud,
and sheath
shape. It is
classic, with a
sexy twist on
the traditional
sheath short
dress. Any age
can make this
their own,
enough edge
for the
youngsters and
enough class
for the working
woman on the
go.
Balenciaga
Resort Line 2008
A feminine must
have, this is truly
the skirt you will
see everywhere
this Indian
summer.  A throw
back shape, with
a mellow blue
color to be added
to any classy gals
digs. This piece
is short without
pushing the
envelope, classy
but not granny,
lightweight and
lovely yet still
understated.  No
need for too
many
accessories with
this shape, all
you need is a
tailored top and a
fun hat or scarf to
complete the look.
Burberry
Prorsum
Spring 2008
Ready to Wear
Collection
Periwinkle isn’t
always
considered
sexy, but this
flowy, feminine
dress has
some serious
personality. The
item can be
worn at work
under a tailored
coat or alone
with a slim belt
for any
occasion. Soft
fabrics and a
feminine shape
keep this dress
on our list of fan
faves.  Short
and sweet are
the best ways
to make this
look work for
you.
Derek Lam Spring
2008 Ready to
Wear Collection
Don’t
underestimate the
power of print! A
definite look for
leisure, this spirit
and the bohemian
beauty, paired with
brights or neutrals
depending on your
mood. Every
woman can use a
fun piece to throw
on during those
dog days of
summer.
Phillip Lim Spring
2008 Ready to
Wear Collection
Give your
wardrobe some
extra punch with
this vibrantly hued
number, for the
woman who
enjoys making
loud, bold,
statements.  You
will still be seeing
a lot yellow color
in designs so
make sure you
find your perky or
punchy shade.  
Paired with a
black suit jacket
for work or a tightly
fitted top for a fun
outing, this
high-waisted item
can turn most
shapes into the
classic hourglass
we all admire and
want to convey.
Zac Posen Spring
2008 Ready to Wear
Collection
The tiny belt is an
August must, but
look out for this fab
accessory in the Fall
lines as well. Being
mindful of the
weather makes this
little black skirt a little
black skirt a little
black skirt a basic
that can be basic that
can be kept in your
wardrobe for
seasons to come.
The sweet shape
illuminates the lines
of the legs and the
natural textile is light
enough to allow for
natural ventilation.
This belt is subtle
enough to be worn at
work, though
versatile enough to
spice up your
weekend wear.