Weekly rundown of D.C. fashion events+links to love on style blogs+other inspirational stuff we think you may enjoy. Cool? Cool. And as always, let us know if we missed something in the comments.

EVENTS ETC

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July 19th: Opera Friday’s Summer Solstice Fashion Show. Up and coming designer Nelson Lin will be showcasing his collection.
July 20th: Summer Shop and Swap. Bring those tops you’ve only worn once or twice and trade them for something new to spice up your closet.
July 19th-21st: Bethesda Row Sidewalk Sale. Enjoy deals and savings from the shops on Bethesda Row.

INSPIRATIONAL LINKS ETC

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Free People: Learn how to pull off the thermal cuff look.

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Elle August Cover Girl: We remember her as sweet, no brains Karen, but Amanda Seyfried is breaking out of that bubble with her new role as a porn star and the film Lovelace.

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DRESS TO KILL MAGAZINE: KIM CLOUTIER

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Rita Ora: Material Girl

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Instant Pinup Girl Status

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There’s nothing better than not wearing pants. But since we have to wear something, what better than a figure-flattering skirt?

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The type of pouch every girl wants.

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Get your sexy on with dark lace.

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The perfect cherry lips to go with your little black dress (every girl has to have an LBD).

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So, I kind of want to be her. Not only is Paloma Faith a great artist, but she also has amazing style and is killing it with her MCM Heritage Medium Backpack.