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As fun as it is to check out men’s swimwear at fashion shows, it’s always a little more exciting for us ladies to peep summer style for women.

Last night, Jess, Terra, Rachelle and I hung out at the Dress to Impress Fashion Show, a benefit for the Dave Anders Scholarship Fund. (See Jess’ post here!)

The local Kansas City boutiques showed some easy, breezy styles for summer that I’m ready to integrate into my wardrobe. We also saw tons of textures and prints, and I managed to score a pair of gorgeous black lace shorts after the show.

Here’s some of my favorite looks from the show:

{This look inspired me to pick up these Miss Me lace shorts ($44) in black.}

{I am getting hat-happy this summer, and I love the way this hat plays up this fitted, sophisticated shift dress.}

{High-low hems aren't going anywhere anytime soon. Love the peek of leg, Angelina-style, shown here.}

{This navy fringe dress is perfect for a dressy night out on the town.}

{I am warming up to the idea of bold prints in big ways.}

Be sure to check out the rest of the pics from Dress to Impress on the kimberlyloc Facebook page!

It’s always a treat for us ladies to peep men’s style at the fashion shows we attend.

Last night, Jess, Terra, Rachelle and I hung out at the Dress to Impress Fashion Show, a benefit for the Dave Anders Scholarship Fund. (See Jess’ post here!)

With summer just around the corner, the local Kansas City boutiques showed some great (and sexy!) summer swimwear styles for men.

{Love the orange stripes!}

{Can't go wrong with great, basic blue swim trunks.}

{For the extremely fit and confident}

{More bright orange — we'll keep seeing this color all season long!}

{Great color for the beach. Again, for the extremely fit and confident.}

Be sure to check out the rest of the pics from Dress to Impress on the kimberlyloc Facebook page!

What’s the best thing about a pre-fashion show party? The fun drinks!

Last night, Jess, Terra, Rachelle and I hung out at the Dress to Impress Fashion Show, a benefit for the Dave Anders Scholarship Fund. (See Jess’ post here!)

We sipped on fashionable drinks (Christian Dior was my drink of choice) and spied some very stylish patrons at the party.

{This is probably the least expensive piece of Christian Dior ever.}

{Jess and Daisy both rocked voluminous hair for the event.}

{Love Jess' hot pink shorts and Terra's floral maxi dress. Work it, ladies!}

{Jess chose to sip on Vivienne Westwood, while I opted for Christian Dior. Photo By Terra}

Be sure to check out the rest of the pics from Dress to Impress on the kimberlyloc Facebook page!

With summer almost here, some of the best boutiques in Kansas City are stocking their stores with lightweight, beautiful clothing.

Last night, Jess, Terra, Rachelle and I hung out at the Dress to Impress Fashion Show, a benefit for the Dave Anders Scholarship Fund. (See Jess’ post here!)

As usual, I hung around with the models and beauty people as they got prettied up for the show.

{The models wore makeup by NYC, Dior and Clarins.}

The beauty gurus from Reveu Salon and Spa did the hair and makeup, and the looks varied from tight curls and braids to sleek manes. The makeup was fresh and dewy, with sky-high lashes for a touch of glam.

{Loving her fresh, just-pinched cheeks and long lashes.}

{Love the tight braids and tough hair designs.}

{Soft curls and sweet coral lips keep the look summery.}

{Lots of locks to play with before the show.}

Be sure to check out the rest of the pics from Dress to Impress on the kimberlyloc Facebook page!

The orange section of my closet is slowly growing, thanks to all the beautiful styles available in the color of the year.

{Dress//The Limited (similar); Necklace//Gift from Rachelle (similar); Shell Ring//Adorned Boutique, Lawrence, Kansas (similar); Belinda Clutch//Hobo the Original; Nude Heels//Gianni Bini via Dillard’s (similar). Photo By Thomas}

I’m loving the bright pop of tangerine in this colorblock shift dress from The Limited. The lighter blocks of peach and shell pink at the bottom soften it up a bit.

To keep the focus on the gorgeous colors in the dress, I chose to pair it with simple, nude heels (aka my “Kate Middleton heels”).

What tangerine items have you integrated into your wardrobe?