There are times when it seems easier to pray for the help of a fairy godmother than to update your wardrobe on your own.

Shove aside those Cinderella fantasies and pull yourself together with Whish.

The line of ultra-flattering summer dresses uses bright colors and bold prints in retro styles that will keep you cool when the weather’s hot and leave you with plenty of cash for other pursuits.

Take an island vacation with an embellished navy halter maxi or keep it short with a yellow keyhole shift. If you’re hunkered down at a desk, the librarian-chic cable-knit dress will conquer even the iciest office AC.

So you’ll live snappily ever after.

Available at Periwinkle, 1557 Potomac Greens Drive, Alexandria (703-519-5242 or periwinkleshop.com).