The summer trends to know about - Resort 2011

It might be because of living in a warm climate, but I really enjoy resort shows. I found these looks quite inspiring. To create your perfect summer wardrobe, make sure you have these basic pieces. Checklist!

CHANEL

Karl took his resort show to the streets of St. Tropez. As jet-set as summer can get.

The quintessential summer caftan: check.

The white summer dress: check

Shorts + shine, the summer trend of the moment: check.

CERO MARIA CORNEJO

Always the original

A very versatile jumpsuit, to be worn day with flats and night with heels.

MICHAEL KORS

All-American, Plain and simple

The little summer dress

The white linen suit

RACHEL ROY

Women design for women. Here's proof.

Sequins and gold mark the waist. Transparency and little leather jacket, sleeves up with attitude.

See-through blue and gold bikini underneath.

YVES SAINT LAURENT

Stephano Pilati's creations are high on concept, but always chic.

A little drama: Headturner retro dress. Dramatic jumpsuit.