Everything But The Dress

From shorts to playsuits, crop tops and high-waisted skirts, there's so much more to fashion than frocks. Take inspiration from this batch of on-trend celebs for what to wear this summer...
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If you've got legs for days like Blake, shorts are no problem for you. Try a loose casual pair for breezy beach chic...
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Or opt for short-shorts like <a href="https://beautysale.store/celebrity/biographies/rihanna%22 target="_new">RiRi</a.
Word is still out on the footwear, but a bold print top dresses up this outfit for evening.
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Catwalker Alessandra Ambrosio picks a printed pair, which works well with a loose menswear shirts or a denim blouse.

Short Chic
Fleur Shorts, £98 at AllSaints

Short Chic
Manor Metallic Textured Shorts, £85 at Reiss

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Anora Dancing Leaves Printed Shorts, £89 at Ted Baker
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A full, high-waisted skirt has a retro feel... Until you add a crop top, like Zoe Saldana. Take note, ladies: above your waist is the most flattering midriff to bare.
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Pencil skirts were a catwalk favourite for spring/summer 2013. Here Kate Hudson reminds us why in a fitted leather silhouette.
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The mini isn't going anywhere - as Miranda Kerr well knows - so break out your best and layer it up for our British summer.

Style Skirting
Bee Printed Ruched Skirt, £69 at Reiss

Style Skirting
Denim Skirt, £40 at Warehouse

Style Skirting
Floral Printed Skater Skirt, £35 at Miss Selfridge
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If getting your pins out isn't really your thing, take a leaf out of Cara Delevigne's book. And while a tailored blazer and leather pants may look more autumn than summer fun, you won't be doubting its appropriateness once the sun sets.
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Of course, if you got the guts - and abs - to rock it, make like Diane Kruger in a painterly floral print.
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Blake's also working statement trousers this season. Bold blossoms and a snug fit do the trick.

Trouser Power
Floral Printed Jogger, £32 at Dorothy Perkins

Trouser Power
Tribal Scribble Jersey Tapered Trousers, £28 at Topshop
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Fear not, the jumpsuit is not your enemy. You may be wading into untested territory here, but let Miley et al give you some pointers.
Ms Cyrus opts for super-slimming black with a white pop to draw attention to the bust.
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While Aussie model Miranda opts for a more romantic variation. This retains the dreamy femininity of a dress with legs for walking
(You're probably noticing supersized florals are a hit this summer).
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For an elegant - and flattering - a luxe metal metal will create an hourglass shape and give you the confidence of Charlize Theron.

Jumpsuit-ed
Daala Paisley Jumpsuit, £189 at Ted Baker

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Spot Jump Suit, £38 at Dorothy Perkins
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Jumpsuit's little sister the playsuit, is an effortless day or not doozy.
Selma Blair works a slouchy chambray version for a shop...
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While Pixie Lott incorporates a bit more tailoring and an abstract print for a night out.
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Ashlee Simpson's polka dot number could easily be update with careful accessorising for evening.

Play Time
Eastern Print Playsuit, £50 at Topshop

Play Time
Hot Fix Playsuit, £42 at Miss Selfridge