Over the past few months, we've seen some

Over the past few months, we've seen some of our favorite style icons and celebs rocking electric blue or bright red pants, but lately we’re all about these hot pink bottoms for summer. Worn with some simple staples—gray and black pieces that are basic but never boring—you’ll be the outfit envy of every girl on Melrose. Just pick up our Perfect Outfit ingredients, asap, for a sartorial home-run every time you wear them.

Essential #1: Little leather jacket—
Top off your bright look with a fitted leather jacket. Trust us, it’s a closet staple you’ll wear all summer long and well into fall.

Black Cropped Biker Jacket, $350, available at Topshop.com.

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Essential #2: Gray T-shirt—
Finding the ultimate T-shirt can be impossible, so just pick up this style for a perfectly worn-in tee you'll wear to death.

T by Alexander Wang Muscle Tee, $86, available at Barney's New York, 9600 Wilshire Boulevard (between South Rodeo and South El Camino Drive); 310-275-4211.

Essential #3: Pink pants—
We’ve seen some of our favorite style stars rocking bright blue and red pants, but for a Southern California summer, we’re all about these bright pink pants.

Skinny Stretch Jeans, $60, available at Zara, 10250 Santa Monica Boulevard (at Century Park East); 310-201-9700.

Essential #4: Cross-body bag—
Pick up a cross-body carry-all to stash all your summer essentials this season.

Deena & Ozzy Double Front Zip Mid Satchel, $59, available at Urban Outfitters, 1520 North Cahuenga Boulevard (at Sunset Boulevard); 323-555-1212.

Essential #5: Open-toe booties—
Worn with a printed skirt or these badass pants, you’ll get tons of wear out of this season's hottest shoe—open-toe booties.
The Oxford Slingback, $178, available at Madewell, 10250 Santa Monica Boulevard (at Century Park East); 310- 772-0428.