With chains dripping all over your body, you know that jewelry has outgrown its typical confines of neck, finger, wrist and ears. Here see 9 pieces that will tie you up head to toe. And designers that are bold enough to make body jewelry happen.

Louise Manna brought the body chains to FashionIndie months ago. She built suspense in the meanwhile. $195 @ Les Pomettes

High waisted shorts are sadly wasted on the straight man.

“They remind me of what my mom used to wear,” says Hot Straight Man. EEEK. Buzzkill.

As his hot straight guy friends all concurred with vigor, I realized this could either be an agree to disagree situation, or we, lady-kind, can take steps to come to a middle ground. So maybe hit a situp or two, and rock these low rises for the first time this side of 2009.

[Row by row, left to right, starting with the lady]

1. Dark denim, cut short. Blank NYC, $68

2. Floral with length to spare. Desire Clothing, £18

3. Short trouser short. All Saints, $65

4. Olive a good cuffed bottom option. Madewell, $65

5. Stretch silk chiffon rides low and bright. Jean Yu, $200

6. Natively embellished and assymetrical. All Saints, $250

7. Hot yellow hot pants for a day just as bright. Topshop, $55

8. Faded floral in innocent denim. ICHI, €30

9. Leather cut-offs for a badass. Chloë Sevigny for Opening Ceremony, on sale for $375

10. Blinding cyan on the lowdown. J Brand, $205

Right to Bare Arms

Either find some sleeveless numbers or go all Edward Scissorhands on some old jackets.

Summer Layering – Sleeveless by Les Fabian featuring a sleeveless cardigan

Leggings of the Fall

Slip a legging — or jegging or whatever the helll the kids are into these days — under those short-shorts.

Summer Layering – Leggings by Les Fabian featuring fringe shorts

Lighten Up

Try a light jacket, cardie, hoodie or sweater  in a fabric that breathes, like cotton, linen or silk.

Summer Layering – Light by Les Fabian featuring a stripe sweater

Put a Necklace on It

Heap on the accessories to add a layer of sophistication or plain ole whimsy.

Summer Layering – Accessories by Les Fabian featuring a chain necklace

The Long and Short of It

Mix up your proportions and lengths — if summer ain’t about a crop top, what is it about?

Summer Layering – Crop by Les Fabian featuring a studded jacket

1. H&M – A zig zag gem for $3.99.

2. Zingara – Bright stripe skimp.

3. L*Space – Fringe benefits of a one piece.

4. Adidas by Jeremy Scott – Get some fries to cover that shake.

5. Bambola – Squares within squares within stripes.

6. Roxy – Triangled triangles.

7. Concrete Jungle – Black and white bits.

8. Diane Von Furstenberg – Stripes like these illude optically.

9. Matthew Williamson – These shapes are a bit straggly, but super cute. Just be fit in it.

10. Mara Hoffman – Aztec two piece.

11. Dsquared2 – White looks even brighter on a tan.

12. Missoni – It’s so busy, you can get away with a little pooch until you get it together. And it’s Missoni, so it’s all good.

13. Paul Smith – Curves are cool, too.

14. Marni – Bubbled repeat on a high waist will conceal you.

15. VPL – Strap it on and make angles.

16. All Saints – Sparkle Aztec, sparkle.

If the sight of all these skimpy little things doesn’t inspire you to get off of your seat, stop blogging for a goddamn minute, quit skiving off yoga and go for a run maybe I’d be ready for a swimsuit!! Oh, wait, this is about you, not me. Yeah. Um. My memory is a little hazy. Time to start jogging.

Right to left, from top left:

BeaValdes for CoutureLab “Azzura” Necklace $2,764, couturelab.com

Eugenia Kim Gabriella Feather-Trimmed Fedora $345, net-a-porter

Cacharel Cutler & Gross Circular Lens Sunglasses $525, openingceremony.us

Azzedine Alaïa Skirt $2,800, colette.fr

Manish Arora Pop Dress $1,072, bombayelectric.in

All Saints Elkin Poncho $165, allsaints.com

Aldo Barges Bangles $18, aldoshoes.com

Aldo Croner Peep Toe Pumps $70, aldoshoes.com

American Apparel Nail Polish $6, store.americanapparel.net

Old Navy Aztec-Print Bucket Bag $19.94, oldnavy.gap.com

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1. Quiksilver

This California based brand has been making many style advances throughout the years. At first stores were usually only shopped by surfers and the like who only bought plain tees, board shorts and surf gear. Nowadays you can walk into a store and find tailored jeans, cool sweaters, and artist created graphic tees. They haven’t loss their connection with the origins and still have great board shorts and walk shorts perfect for the beach, pool, or just lounging around.

2. All Saints

As far as I have read there are opposing views on All Saints. The Fashion Indie crew recently payed a visit to the new Soho location and we marveled at all the stuff. I will say this probably is the priciest one on the list but the stuff looks and feels great. The reason I would say to splurge here because the stuff will last. As I believe Saynt put it, “It is the John Varvatos feel with out the John Varvatos price tag.”

3. Topman

I have on many occasions extolled my love for this British brand. It is only update, current, and the store usually has everything they have online and more. I am more excited for the new AAA collection to come out. Make this your summer hotspot if you like to go out and look amazing

4. Old Navy

Now some people might me scratching their heads when it comes to this part of the list. If you have ever been into a store you know that they do not sell haute couture gowns and suits, but they do one thing amazing well, basics. Old Navy has basics that are extremely inexpensive, and if styled correctly can look effortless and refined.

5. Vintage

Vintage is ALWAYS in style no matter what anyone says. It would be a smart idea to find out local vintage and consignment stores that have a good assortment of menswear. I know some of the ones in New York that I have frequented include Inven.Tory (which also sells current clothes at a deal), Tokio 7, and local flea markets.

Get it at: All Saints

If you’re in the market for some cool, new threads and you don’t mind paying an international shipping and handling fee, head on over to All Saints for some great deals! Many items are up to 50% off the original price, and though you are still paying in United Kingdom Pounds, you’ll be saving a whole helluva lot of dough on some great garb! Happy shopping! 

Shop All Saint here! 

Oh, and good news: Rumor has it that All Saints is making the transatlantic journey to NYC! 

GET IT AT: All Saints 

Men's Style #10: Clear Sunglasses (Paul Smith $315)

Fashion Indie Recommends: Skip clear and definitely skip wayfarers. Go with something a bit cooler and more subtle for Fall. (Karen Walker $170 via Gargyle)

Men’s Style released their 16 essentials for Fall, well I have decided to put my two cents in and chose ten of their items that I think suck. Their options are too safe, too old man, and just plain old boring. Not only am I going to give you some damn good alternatives, I’ll tell you where to get them and save you some cash too. All the links to buy the items are at the bottom.

Men's Style #2: Hiking Boots (Rachel Comey $380)

Fashion Indie Recommends: Who goes hiking in New York City? Try these higher, yet comfortable boots for size. Tuck your pants into them, or wear your pants over top. It's called versatility people (H by Hudson $235 via Urban Outfitters)

Men's Style #12: Braided Belt (Bally $140)

Fashion Indie Recommends: Two is always better than one, so try this double buckled belt. I think I wore a braided belt in elementary school and hated it then. (All Saints $88 via All Saints)

Men's Style #1: Patch Pocket Suit (Steve Alan Cooper $800)

Fashion Indie Recommends: Lapels are all the rage when it comes to suits these days. Simple outline on a standard grey suit (CNC $829 via Revolve Clothing)

Men's Style #7: Knit Beanie (Meg Cohen $140)

Fashion Indie Recommends: Why spend so much on something so simple. Go cheap on an item like this, not only will know one know the difference, they won't care (American Apparel $16 via American Apparel)

Men's Style #8: The Cricket Sweater (Flippa K $225)

Fashion Indie Recommends: How old are you that you are wearing a sweater like that? Don't get old too fast go with this cool shawl collar sweater (Julian Red $210 via Oak)

Men's Style #15: Micro Print Shirts (Pringle of Scotland $550)

Fashion Indie Recommends: Go polka dots. They aren't micro, but they aren't a bold blatant pattern (Comme de Garcons x H&M $TBD via Nitrolicious)

Men's Style #4: The Camel Blazer (Brooks Brothers $2,100)

Fashion Indie Recommends: Double breasted jackets aren't doing it for me. Like a said, lapels people! Try a cool knot jacket! (Scotch and Soda $240 via Revolve Clothing)

Men's Style #16: The Long Pea Coat (Unis $795)

Fashion Indie Recommends: Go long and tie it off. Commit to the full trench coat and be sure to get one with a belt so it doesn't look too baggy (Filius $450 via Refinery 29).

Men's Style #13: The Bubble Vest (Gap $68)

Fashion Indie Recommends: So this may be a bit more expensive, but undoubtedly worth it. This cool drooping neck sweater allows wearers to rock a cool sweater, or pull it up and over your head into a hood (reference image below)(Unconditional $278 via Oak)

Pictures courtesy of:

Mens Style, Oak, Refinery 29, Revolve Clothing, American Apparel, All Saints, Nitrolicious, Urban Outfitters Garglye