Sweltering temps and hair-raising stickiness ask for an insignificant texture that puts appendages on full show. 'Tis the season for uncovered legs as short hemlines beat stuffy styles of month's past.

Hotshot your stems with smooth shorties suited for anything from a night in the city to an occasion in the tropics. Regardless of whether you float towards strapless or tanks, plain or designed, these minis will keep you windy for the season. So kick back, unwind, and welcome warm climes in easy design.

Doll up for a night out on the town in a brocade cocktail dress with a scoop neck area and delightful box creased skirt, or feel the blues in an elegant top and skirt set (above). The brilliant tint and waist uncovering focus crown this dress the informal bathing suit of formalwear. Making a beeline for a favored gathering?

Shimmer and sparkle in a strapless sequin smaller than usual that will make them gleam on the moving floor, or bloom in lovely florals in this perky minimal number. A sultry LBD brings a cutting-edge wind with a racer-front and brave dream set patterns that will up your cool factor.