It's almost time to break out the swimsuits (and coverups, whew!) for a long Bay area summer. For those of us that still troop into offices during May, June, July (you get the point) take fashion tips from these ambitious career women who prove that you can juggle family, community and work. Pick up a copy of the April issue of Mobile Bay to find out what Merceria Ludgood, Jennifer Jenkins and Louise McCown have to say about fashion, work and more! Image information: Main: Merceria Ludgood sizzles in a long jacket and pants outfit (J'ENVIE). The sophisticated and stylish look makes moving from long meetings as Mobile County Commissioner to a spur-of-the-moment dinner out with her family seamless. Keep the black and white ensemble up-to-the-minute with a seasonal handbag like this pink clutch (HOBO). Get the look at Cezanne's, 2124 Old Shell Road, 470-1911. Left: Jennifer Jenkins gets the word out loud and clear: "Looking your best absolutely influences your confidence level." She gets a lot more words out as Red Square Agency's president of public relations, too. The gray shift dress (CLUCE) punctuated with a pink pashmina works as a pretty, and powerful, combination. Visit Brown Eyed Girl, 5821 Old Shell Road, Suite B, 460-9030, to boost your confidence and closet. Right: Make a connection! Whether you're a real estate agent, wife, or green building advocate (this up-and-comer is all three!) channel your inner Louise McCown and wear clothes that tell a story. Balance the formality of this ivory A-line dress (SARAH CAMBELL) with a waist-defining black belt (SUZI ROHER) and oversized pearl necklace. Bradley, 2401 Old Shell Road, 473-8182. Photos by Toni Riales Styling by Ginger Drago Makeup by James and Debbie for J. Edward