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Shop 5 Haute Picks  - Designers set the trends, celebs embrace them and us common folk have the liberty to pick and choose which look works for us. Will you be stepping into leather this season? If so, we’ve got you covered. Click on. (Photos: Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images; Courtesy Haute Hippie)

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Summertime Trend - Description: It’s hard to believe that leather is currently trending. Stars like Zoe Saldana and Jada Pinkett-Smith are incorporating the heavy-duty fabric into their warm weather wardrobes via teeny hot pants, and then cooling down their leather with airy tops and cut-out sandals.  (Photo: Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images)

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Sporty Luxe  - Haute Hippie’s leather track shorts are a casually chic option for the laid-back gal who opts to subtly embrace the trend. (Photo: Courtesy Haute Hippie)

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Canary Cool  - The hot yellow hue of this butter-soft leather leaves us anxious to climb into these Emma Cook stunners. Full-out color blocking of course! (Photo: Courtesy Emma Cook)

Photo By Photo: Courtesy Emma Cook

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Just Enough Edge - Rag & Bone’s Portabello navy leather shorts have a rugged vibe that call for a cropped denim vest. Pair them with pitch black aviators and lots of attitude. (Photo: Courtesy Rag & Bone)

Photo By Photo: Courtesy Rag & Bone

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Sexy and Sleek - The slim-fitting mini cut will accentuate your gorgeous gams. Pair these Vince Pecan leather shorts with gladiator sandals and a wide-brim sun hat.  (Photo: Courtesy Vince Pecan)

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Dainty Darlings - Dress up these flirty Alice by Temperley Libre leather shorts with a silk blouse and strappy heels. (Photo: Courtesy Alice by Temperley Libre)

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Star Style Tip - Jada Pinkett-Smith’s ensemble looks surprisingly breezy thanks to her cute sleeveless top and summery sandals. (Photo: Enrique RC/PacificCoastNews.com)

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Star Style Tip - Hot pants not for you? Try a longer version like Rihanna’s and show off your legs in a super-snug skinny pair. (Photo: EPA/TRACEY NEARMY/Landov)

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Star Style Tip - Or try a leather pencil skirt like Kerry Washington’s. The actress accentuates her curve-hugging look with a demure printed top and golden belt.(Photo: Enrique Rc/PacificCoastNews.com)