Photographs: Rachel Murray/Getty Images for Forever 21
Your summer stylings will be incomplete without the following items, all of which are making waves on runways and red carpets across the world this year -- so take our advice and make sure you stock up right!
Overalls and dungarees
Nope, you don't need to be working on a farm to be sporting a trendy set of overalls anymore. Just take your cue from British model Sophie Sumner, seen here posing in a cute denim pair.
Pencil skirts
Image: Deepika PadukonePhotographs: Pradeep Bandekar
High-waisted, midi, above-the-knee -- the pencil skirt has managed a comeback, so make like Deepika Padukone and flaunt your narrow waist and curvy hips in one.
'20s vintage-style dresses
Image: Katy PerryPhotographs: Michael Kovac/Getty Images for City of Hope
When it comes to retro glamour, nothing makes a statement like '20s-style dresses -- just ask Katy Perry, who went the whole hog with this look not too long ago.
Statement necklaces
Image: Heidi KlumPhotographs: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images
Complement a simple outfit with a stunning neckpiece that draws attention, like Heidi Klum's beautiful blue stones.
Crop tops
Image: Naya RiveraPhotographs: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images
Glee actess Naya Rivera channels the crop top trend on the red carpet, setting it off with a stunning sequinned pencil skirt -- and there's no reason why you can't do the same.
Funky saris
Image: Neha DhupiaPhotographs: Pradeep Bandekar
An elegant sari is timeless, but the fad of the moment is to get your freak on in a funky drape! Check out Neha Dhupia's neon-bordered digital print.
Jazzed-up jumpsuits
Image: Miley CyrusPhotographs: Jeff Bottari/Getty Images
Jumpsuits are still going strong as a sartorial staple and what's more, they're getting more and more adventurous -- to know just what we mean, look no further than Miley Cyrus' knitted metallic choice.
Chevron print swimwear
Image: Irina ShaykPhotographs: Beach Bunny swimwear ad campaign
We've been over this before -- the zigzag chevron print is big for 2013, particularly when it comes to beachwear. This hot two-piece from Beach Bunny is sizzling on Russian supermodel Irina Shayk.
Flared jeans
Image: Rachel ZoePhotographs: Jason Merritt/Getty Images for John Varvatos
She's stylist to the stars, so when Rachel Zoe decides to step out in flared denims, you can be sure they're on-trend! Other recent fans of this '70s cut include Victoria Beckham and Miranda Kerr -- are you next in line?
Sequinned tanks and tees
Image: Camila Alves McConaugheyPhotographs: Ethan Miller/Getty Images
You can add a touch of bling to cool summer casuals with sequinned tanks and tees like Camila Alves McConaughey, who sets hers off with casual denims and a cardigan.
Boots
Image: Chitrangada SinghPhotographs: Pradeep Bandekar
Who says boots are strictly for winter? It's just that you need the right pair for seasonal flair, like Chitrangada Singh in her cowboy cools.
See-through shoes
Image: RihannaPhotographs: Jason Merritt/Getty Images
No, we're not talking about perspex hooker heels -- you need to opt for a classy pair with see-through detailing like the ones Rihanna is sporting in the pic.
Ballet flats
Image: Zooey DeschanelPhotographs: Ilya S Savenok/Getty Images
If you're not in the mood for aching toes, go with a becoming pair of ballerina flats. Zooey Deschanel looks cute as a button in this two-tone pair, what say?
Bling watches
Image: Alex GerrardPhotographs: Shirlaine Forrest/Getty Images
Oversized, attention-grabbing and eye-searing -- that's how they're wearing them this year! So spring for a heavyduty timepiece like British glamour model Alex Gerrard.
Printed pants
Image: Shibani DandekarPhotographs: Pradeep Bandekar
It can get too hot for jeans this season, so if you want to cover up your gams the next best option is to rock a pair of printed pants. Just make sure to choose a silhouette that suits you, like singer Shibani Dandekar.
Colorublock handbags
Image: Nicky HiltonPhotographs: Larry Busacca/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week
And finally we come to the colourblock fad, which has trickled down to handbags in a big way. They're great if you want to add a pop of colour to an outfit like Nicky Hilton's here.
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