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These Libby Edelman "Mayes" gladiator-style sandals feature crisscross woven straps with metallic accents. Regularly priced at $79.99, you can pick them up on sale at FamousFootwear.com for $29.99.


If you can't find your size at Famous Footwear or just want to save a few extra dollars, Payless offers this look-alike—the "Purr" sandal by Montego Bay—for just $19.99, available in either brown or white. These look so comfy and I'm loving the low wedge heel.

Sex and the City character Carrie Bradshaw had an infamous obsession (addiction?) with Jimmy Choo shoes.

Be still my beating heart: H&M has tapped famed British accessories brand Jimmy Choo to create an exclusive collection of shoes and bags which will be sold at about 250 H&M stores worldwide launching November 14, 2009.

Jimmy Choo will also create a women's clothing range to complement the accessory capsule. Still standing? There's good news for the guys, too: This exciting collab will include a men's collection of shoes, bags and accessories.

"We are privileged to be among the fashion greats who have been affiliated with H&M, to be designing a collection that will appeal to fashion-savvy, street-smart women and to be including some great pieces for men, too," says Tamara Mellon, Founder and President, Jimmy Choo.

I've had a soft spot for Tamara ever since I saw her appearance on The Oprah Show, she came across as a strong, wildly ambitious entrepreneur and a devoted mother. Props to her for creating one of the most coveted shoe brands in the world, and for teaming up with a fashion-fast giant so we can get in on the fun!

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I am a teenager, and am attending my cousin's wedding in July. I really have no idea of what type of dress to wear to a wedding. I have to take into consideration my age (teen) and it will probably be very hot. What are some dresses that I could wear? —Kathryn

A wedding is a family affair, so think fun, festive and semi-formal when picking a dress. Unless the invitation specifies black tie (in which case you'll need a floor length gown) or a beach wedding (in which case you'll want a flirty maxi dress and sandals), the following three outfit ideas should work for your cousin's wedding and beyond. P.S. I'm loving all the dresses at Lulus.com right now, so for anyone else out there looking for the perfect dress to wear to a summer wedding, definitely check them out. Click any set for details on the individual items shown.


[1] A yellow satin dress with red accessories is flirty and classy—perfect for a summer wedding.


[2] A chic black dress is always right for a formal occasion. Wear it over and over again by changing up the accessories.


[3] This brilliant blue dress with floral detailing mimics the happy mood of a wedding celebration. Pair with nude accessories and a pink cocktail ring for a look that's sexy yet sophisticated.