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It's summer time and the dressing is easy. With the warm weather on the horizon, there's no need for bulky sweaters or heavy outerwear-- and the only hat you'll need is a wide brimmed hat to protect yourself from too many rays when you're out on the beach. But what basics do you need to get your summer wardrobe in gear? Here are some must-have summer items that every girl should own.

-- Capri pants. No woman's wardrobe is complete without a couple of pairs of Capri length pants. Capris are simply cropped pants and they look great on all body types. Buy a pair of denim capris and some lightweight cotton or linen capris in a few different colors. Capris are a great piece for casual summer parties or to wear to work if the attire is business casual.

-- Basic tees. A basic tee shirt is a must-have to complete your summer wardrobe. Buy one in black and one in white to go with all of your favorite shorts and skirts. Graphic tees are fun as well, and in the summer they are available all over the place. Buy a few with fun slogans or catchy phrases for the days when you're feeling a little rambunctious.

--Sundresses. Lightweight sundresses are easy to wear, so they are a great staple for your summer wardrobe. Buy loose fitting, comfortable dresses for work or play.

-- Camis. Cami tops are great pieces for layering. Pair a basic cami with a scoop neck tee or a shirt or blouse. Stock up on camis in basic colors that will coordinate with the other tops in your wardrobe.

--Terry shorts. Terry cloth shorts are a great accessory for the beach. They're easy to put on and are lightweight and comfortable. Plus, the terry cloth material just screams summer.

--Strapless bra. If you're not comfortable going braless when wearing those skimpy summer tops and camis, invest in a strapless bra. The best strapless bras are backless-- which means no one will be able to see any bra lines whatsoever.

-- A bathing suit (that fits). Shop for a two piece bathing suits at a store that sells the tops and bottoms separately. That
way, if you're a size "Small" up top but a size "Large" on the bottom, you'll still be able to buy the coordinating pieces that fit you properly.

-- A dressy top. A cute, sparkly or sequin embellished swing top is just what you'll need for a summer party. If you're not comfortable going sleeveless, drape a jacket over your shoulders or wear it under another top.

--Tunics. Loose fitting, flowing tunics are very popular this summer Buy a long length tunic to wear with capris for a cute, casual look.

-- Accessories. Buy a colorful tote to use instead of a purse. Totes are large enough to hold all those summer essentials, like sunscreen and lip balm. Sunglasses are another summer must-have, and don't forget to buy a few pairs of good sandals.