The heat has us stripping down to our bare essentials, but these are a few Summer essentials you’ll want to keep on no matter what.

Sexy Shades

They shield the sun, protect your eyes and not to mention they’re pretty darn cute. No matter where you go this Summer, make sure to step out in shades. Try Gucci’s medium butterfly frame sunglasses for fashionable protection. If these glasses weren’t cute enough, they also feature a filigree butterfly on the lens.

Make it a Gucci inspired outfit by keeping your accessories in the family. This Gucci 18k white gold watch is pretty in pink.

Cute Summer Hats

I do love my fedoras, but there’s something special about a wide brim straw hat in the Summer time. It makes me think of regal beauty and a fun day at the beach. If you don’t own a straw hat, then I highly recommend this Catarzi Bow Floppy Hat with your favorite Summer dress and a cute pair of sandals.

Bangles

You can’t accessorize any better with your jewels than by wearing fun, colorful (noisy!) bangles. Below is a seven piece set, each bangle made of 14k yellow, rose or white gold. For an added bonus, the gold is diamond cut for a brilliant, sun-lit sparkle.

Bold Necklaces

Summer 2012 is all about going bold: we can all agree that neon shoes, tangerine nail polish and  animal print patterns won’t appeal to the timid of heart. This is why a bold necklace will make a fashionable statement and is a must-have for your Summer accessories. The 14k white and rose gold chandelier pendant may not be “tangerine nail polish bold”, but it makes a loud statement which is the theme music of Summer 2012 fashion.

“Cool” Earrings

Jewelery makes its last appearance on my list with “cool” summer earrings. I’m talking about cool and refreshing colors like grass green, violet and light blue. David Yurman proves that he knows all about refreshing colors with his blue topaz and diamond sterling silver earrings.