Versace's lemon yellow jacket paired with white Capri pants and a sleeveless floral print blouse is casual yet pulled-together. Toss on a swingy cropped jacket to update the look and keep you warm in air-conditioned spots. Photo: Evans Caglage/Fashion at the Park at NorthPark Center, Fall 2007

Roberto Cavalli shows us what drop-dead glamour is all about with a sexy but still tasteful cheetah-print stretch charmeuse dress. Photo: Evans Caglage/Fashion at the Park at NorthPark Center, Fall 2007

Wide legged trousers are resort's biggest trend. These navy silk faille wide legs by Oscar de la Renta are worn with a natty, nautical ivory and navy striped silk sweater. Photo: Evans Caglage/Fashion at the Park at NorthPark Center, Fall 2007

Marc Jacobs shows how refined resort can be with a salmon three-quarter sleeved coat and printed crinkle chiffon pleated skirt. Nude legs (do we have to tell you that for resortwear?) and chunky-heeled ankle-strap pumps are a refreshing change from all the black tights and booties of fall and winter. Photo: Evans Caglage/Fashion at the Park at NorthPark Center, Fall 2007

This black stretch linen dress by Blumarine has a Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman feel to it. The lightweight fabric will keep you cool and comfortable on a hot evening and the jet beading at the neckline will remind yourself - and others - that you are dressed to impress. Photo: Evans Caglage/Fashion at the Park at NorthPark Center, Fall 2007

Valentino's long V-neck silk dress is rendered flirty and feminine with its floral pattern and bow detail at the bodice. Photo: Evans Caglage/Fashion at the Park at NorthPark Center, Fall 2007

Marc Jacobs gives us another classy choice for lunch or afternoon tea with his boxy teal tweed jacket and pleated teal chiffon skirt. A three-quarter-length tweed blazer juxtaposed against wispy chiffon is an unexpected interpretation of the resort suit. Photo: Evans Caglage/Fashion at the Park at NorthPark Center, Fall 2007

This royal blue taffeta embroidered tulle dress is classic de la Renta, just the thing for clubbing in St. Thomas, South Beach or anywhere else your itinerary takes you. Photo: Evans Caglage/Fashion at the Park at NorthPark Center, Fall 2007

Blumarine's yellow floral silk chiffon gown is designed for effortless elegance. Paired with a funky, ethnic necklace and flat sandals, this dress gives new meaning to the term dressy casual. Photo: Evans Caglage/Fashion at the Park at NorthPark Center, Fall 2007

Oscar de la Renta's lime washed-silk faille wide-leg pants worn with a sleeveless silk organza top in tangerine combine the best of this season's resort trends. Photo: Evans Caglage/Fashion at the Park at NorthPark Center, Fall 2007

Valentino's white suit with black bow detailing on the jacket and its three-quarter sleeves is a carry-over from fall and winter's preoccupation with adornment. Bows as accents are well suited to accessorize resort clothing; look for this trend to continue through the summer. Photo: Evans Caglage/Fashion at the Park at NorthPark Center, Fall 2007

Peter Som shows that rules are made to be broken with this blue printed trapeze blouse paired with white cotton wide-legged pants. Pants with voluminous legs typically require restrained tops. This ensemble works because the top - although A-lined - is a lightweight chiffon. Photo: Evans Caglage/Fashion at the Park at NorthPark Center, Fall 2007

Marc Jacobs coral-dabbled printed dress with a boat neck is an easy addition to your warm weather wardrobe. The graphic print and three-quarter sleeves can take you from day to evening. Photo: Evans Caglage/Fashion at the Park at NorthPark Center, Fall 2007

Carmen Marc Valvo gives a nod to Grecian styling with this gossamer pink ombre down with a V-neck and classic draping. The soft pink will flatter most complexions and the fluid fabric will make a grand impression. Photo: Evans Caglage/Fashion at the Park at NorthPark Center, Fall 2007

Color anyone? Oscar de la Renta's tangerine silk faille gown is a bold example of the use of color in formal attire. It is cinched with a white patent leather corset belt. Simplistic, yet show stopping. Photo: Evans Caglage/Fashion at the Park at NorthPark Center, Fall 2007

This icy (but hot) sky blue jersey dress by Versace will raise the thermostat and turn heads with its body hugging cut, fluid fabric and soft hue. The halter bodice is classic Versace styling. Photo: Evans Caglage/Fashion at the Park at NorthPark Center, Fall 2007

Make a floaty entrance in this ultra-glam red georgette gown by Versace. This classic dress will have a long shelf life in your closet with a timeless cut and eye popping color. Photo: Evans Caglage/Fashion at the Park at NorthPark Center, Fall 2007

Chunky, funky jewelry was a whimsical addition to many of the resort runway looks for the 2008 season, and kept things from getting too serious. Photo: Evans Caglage/Fashion at the Park at NorthPark Center, Fall 2007

Large purses were in no shortage and seemed to work well with a number of looks, ranging from prim and proper suits to wide-legged pants and dressy tops. Photo: Evans Caglage/Fashion at the Park at NorthPark Center, Fall 2007

Big sunglasses were another example of the "big" accessory trend. No resort ensemble is complete without a pair of oversized "I want to be alone" movie-star shades. Photo: Evans Caglage/Fashion at the Park at NorthPark Center, Fall 2007

Wide-brimmed hats do double duty, giving us both style and functionality. Protect your face from overexposure to the sun and be mysterious at the same time. Oscar de la Renta shows us how it's done with this fun chapeau. Photo: Evans Caglage/Fashion at the Park at NorthPark Center, Fall 2007