Get summer ready with ChickDowntown!

Summer is fast approaching and with it the urge to bring out that new summer wardrobe! Summer wardrobes are all about light, flowing materials, fun colors and prints, and accessories that have a warm, organic, feel. Luckily there are amazing fashions to be had, or just simply to be inspired by, at sites like ChickDowntown!

This retail site trawls the runways and boutiques for the best women's designer clothing deals and brings them straight to you. I haven't used the site myself (yet), but I do love many of the things that I see there. Here are my picks for summer wear via ChickDowntown:

Alice + Olivia Peach Cheryl top with bow, $297

Muted tones of peach, cream, and grey are all the rage this season. This billowy top by Alice + Olivia is perfect to highlight your neck and minimize your waist. Made of silk and satin, this top will feel like a dream against your skin.

Giuseppe Zanotti Taz Birel T. Moro sandals, $1281

If you've been working on those gams and want to draw some attention to them for the big 'reveal', then definitely pick up these gorgeous Zanotti sandals! These luxe to the max sandals feature large malachite stones and beads in a lovely dark forest green color, and teal Swarovski crystals in a copper setting. The contrast of green and orange is simply striking, plus the T shape of the sandals elongates your feet. Finally, the 4.5" heel will definitely make your calf muscles stand out! I drool.

Elizabeth and James floral skirt, $295

Florals are another huge trend this season and this gathered floral skirt certainly causes me to give a mental check off my summer shopping list. The teal and purple colors evoke a certain 80s vibe, but the slight tulip silhouette makes it all modern.

Sheila Fajl Glow Flat Round Cut-out Links necklace, $107

Hitting on yet another trend this season, is this statement necklace by Sheila Fajl. Gold is sometimes mistaken as being flashy and gauche, but I believe that it is really the epitome of grace and elegance - it's all in how you wear it. The matte finish of this necklace gives it an understated sophistication, while the multiple ring design is edgy and modern. See, totally different from how that greasy guy in the 70s mega-collar shirt wears his cheap gold chain!

Plastic Island Colour block Smocked Dress, $128

Last, but not least, is this demure color block dress from Plastic Island. The color blocking in this dress will elongate your torso and the empire waist will conceal a tummy engorged with summer BBQ food. This dress is composed of taupe charmeuse and white and navy jersey, making it breathable for hot summer nights. The colors are sophisticated and strong, while the smocking gives it a girlish and youthful feel.

I hope you enjoyed these picks from ChickDowntown and that they've inspired you to reinvigorate your summer wardrobe! Now as a reward for being a Being High Maintenance, not Bitchy reader, you've got a chance to win some designer fashion yourself! ChickDowntown has kindly offered to give one Being High Maintenance, not Bitchy reader the prize of winning these super cute and fun Jules Smith Charm School Jelly bracelets! This set of bracelets includes 6 bright green bangles, 3 of which feature little dangly charms. Bring back the fun of 80s fashion with these versatile bangles!


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