Garden party: weed out last season's wardrobe to make room for these cheerful picks

Shape, May, 2008 by Misty Huber

Summon your feminine side in muted florals

In hothouse hues, a strapless cotton tunic from H & M ($39; hm.com) is as sexy as it is sweet.

Spice up any outfit with this skinny belt from Forever 21 ($9; forever21.com).

These stretch twill pants from BB Dakota ($66; Sway, Berkeley, Calif., 510-486-9940) are poised for a bold print top.

Luxe-looking hardware lend these leather XOXO sandals ($70; xoxo.com) universal appeal.

Make a splash in this color-drenched Seven7 bikini ($29 for each separate; sea-swimwear.com).

This layered chain necklace by Subversive for Target ($40; target.com) has charm to spare.

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Temper this spirited halter top from Express ($40; expressfashion.com) with a neutral-colored cardigan.