Summer’s here, bringing warmth and relaxation; however, long, light-filled days at the beach often also mean overexposure to the sun’s dangerous ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which can wreak havoc on your skin, eyes, and immune system. Luckily, you can enjoy yourself without compromising your health — or style — by following our beach sun safety tips.

Patricia Underwood

I am captivated by hats. After many years as a millinery designer I still find myself continually thinking about them and all they can do. What intrigues me is their perfect combination of art and function. A well-designed hat is not only attractive, stylish and wearable, but also inherently functional. Whether it is completing our look, keeping us warm, announcing our team affiliation, or offering privacy, a hat helps us feel and look alluring, smart, intriguing… better.

Hats are back for men as well as women, and that's good news for everyone.

If you thought that hats went the way of the dodo, think again. According to Accessories magazine, hat sales have been climbing for years, and estimates indicate that 2007 sales passed $1 billion. And it's not just women's wear collections that feature hats: Menswear designers such as Giorgio Armani, Michael Kors, and Bill Blass are also highlighting headgear.