Stars in Summer Dresses

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Reese Witherspoon

Devoted mom Reese Witherspoon proved a fashion myth-red and pink don't go together-wrong with a bold colorblock Rory Beca dress (and matching satin heels) at a store opening in L.A.

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Kristen Bell

Forgetting Sarah Marshall

star Kristen Bell wore a strapless maxi to the L.A. premiere of her film. The Jenni Kayne dress, which Bell accessorized with Bulgari jewelry, incorporates another trend-tribal prints.

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Mischa Barton

Actress Mischa Barton wore a Karta empire line minidress bedecked with geometric shapes and embellishments in Milan. The fashion week fan carried a Chloe bag.

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Christina Ricci

Christina Ricci

-star of Speed Racer-accessorized her Bill Blass floral dress with Manolo Blahnik pumps, a B. Romanek clutch, Bulgari gems-and a tan.

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Kate Walsh

Simple, summery white is a good choice when the temperature rises. Kate Walsh's sleeveless dress is enhanced with bright orange accents.

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Penelope Cruz

Every summer wardrobe needs a little black dress. Penelope Cruz's dress is the epitome of chic-tailored, fitting, and sexy.

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Kerry Washington

Kerry Washington

's strapless cocktail dress is bright and breezy and perfectly matched with her pink pumps.

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Fergie

This BCBG Max Azria dress is the perfect shape for Fergie's curvy figure. The halter neck maxi features a bejeweled empire waist and a botanical print.

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Heidi Klum

A short, strapless bright purple dress was the perfect choice for Heidi Klum. The model and presenter wore the dress, designed by Project Runway finalist Rami Kashou, to accept Us Magazine's "Style Icon of the Year" award.

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Lauren Conrad

Orange and turquoise are two great colors for summer-and The Hills star Lauren Conrad combined them both in a beaded mini dress. The designer's silver sandals took a back seat to her show-stopping dress.

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Kate Beckinsale

Kate Beckinsale

wears a lot of white (it suits her dark hair and skin tone), including this feminine, drop-waist confection. The vintage-looking dress features a layered skirt that adds interest with a hemline that comes up in the front to show off a bit of leg.

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Thandie Newton

Thandie Newton

likes to make fashion forward choices for her red carpet garb. This Matthew Williamson party frock is a case in point-with its ruffles and bows and lots of layers, it still manages to be modern and flattering on the british actress.

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Paris Hilton

This pink-and-tan halter dress screams summer sophistication on Paris Hilton. The floral print, braided straps and bow-tied belt make it perfect for a garden party or wedding.

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Kristin Cavallari

For summer eveningwear, this red strapless dress is pitch perfect. Kristin Cavallari, star of Laguna Beach, paired it with gold Louboutin sandals and a simple gold cuff for a movie premiere.

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