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It seems as though the sportswear trend is not going away anytime soon. Sporty dresses seem to be appearing everywhere for spring/summer. Zipper details, geometric designs, and bold colors. Sporty dresses have got it all and we here at CITYist have chosen some of our favorite dresses that will have you channeling your inner sporty spice!

The Giving Keys, a charitable accessories brand, has recently collaborated with lifestyle site HelloGiggles. Now through May 31st, The Giving Keys and HelloGiggles are offering a limited-edition pair of friendship necklaces, suitably named the BFF Pendant.

Quinn Inc., a contemporary company, has opened its first NYC concept store on 181 Orchard Street in the Lower East Side. The lifestyle store will include a full range of ready-to-wear, accessories, home, layette and travel products from the Quinn brand along with proprietary brands: Qi Home, Qi New York and Ainsley.

Here at CITYist we are huge fans of the classic Federico Fellini movie La Dolce Vita. It would be amazing to spend the summer in Rome or the Italian countryside riding a bicycle down the cobble stone streets or shopping in the open air markets. But alas, the best we can do is dress the part. We have selected some great pieces that will have you looking like an extra from any of Fellini’s masterpieces. Check them out!

Levi’s new Liberty London collaboration hits stores this month, and it’s something that we highly recommend for all you denim junkies! Click on read more to see our favorite pieces!

The denim vest is the ultimate effortless wardrobe staple. If you’re like most of us here at CITYist, simple sundresses will soon become go-to staples as the weather heats up, so why not don one of these denim pieces over your favorite dress? Click read more to see some of our picks for the best denim vests for you!

Refinery29 and DKNY have teamed together to create an essential capsule collection of handbags inspired by all of R29’s six (soon-to-be seven!) different local editions. Check out more info about the stylish and different purses here.

Punk is really never going to go out of style. So CITYist’s if you are looking to add some edge to your wardrobe Burberry will have you seeking studs and sleek leather with its just-launched collection of rock ‘n’ roll-ready apparel and accessories. Click on read more to see our favorite pieces!

Here at CITYist we love anything Chanel, and Chanel Beauty is no exception. For it’s new summer beauty collection Chanel Makeup Creative Director Peter Philips had the imagery of the intricate patterns and colors of butterflies in mind when conceptualizing the intense shadow shades, bright glosses, and nearly neon mascaras of the brand’s latest beauty feat. Click on read more to check out the collection.

Get in the summertime spirit with these super fun & eye catching tropical prints. Whether you are leaving school for the summer or a weekend in the city, these pieces add a little color to your look. Click on read more to check out our picks!

In case you have not heard “Punk” is back! So if you want to add a little edge to your look and be on trend this season, we found the perfect crave worthy accessory. Check it out after the jump.

Roberto Cavalli is incorporating Cannes and Vienna into the charitable amfAR and Life Ball events, which help support the cause to find a cure to defeat AIDS.

Louis Vuitton has opened a Maison near the Piazza San Marco in Venice. The new Maison will feature a wide range of the brand’s leather goods, ready-to-wear and travel pieces, as well as a cultural space. The Espace Louis Vuitton Venice is the first in Italy and sixth in the world.

Foley + Corinna is the latest member of the CDFA to take part in the “Fashion for Haiti: One Million Hearts” campaign. The project brings together fashion and awareness to a good cause. From April 22-May 2, you can get a chance to have a bit of the magic for yourselves. Click through for more details!

As you plan a summer of outdoor music festivals and an accompanying wardrobe of colorful, eclectic accessories, why not invite this line of Day-Glo, mosquito-repelling bracelets to the arm party?

Newbridge Silverware Museum of Style Icons has recently acquired the famous premiere evening coat worn by legendary actress Tippi Hedron at the 1963 Cannes Film Festival and to the London premiere of Alfred Hitchcock’s classic film “The Birds.”

Michael Kors has reached 5 million fans on Facebook and to celebrate the brand has launched a limited-edition shoe style. But there’s a catch! You have to be a fan of the brand on Facebook to be able to purchase them.

Former Project Runway winner, Gretchen Jones, presents her namesake collection for FW 2013. Her earthy 70s style pervades into her collection in flowing neutral fabrics and easygoing outfits. Check out more info about the up-and-coming designer and her line here!

There is no quicker way to show off your style than with a customized item. Get your signature G-Star jeans customized at their new RAW Tailored Ateliers in New York and Los Angeles. Find out where to make your won customization here!

Head to Bloomingdale’s 59th Street on Friday, March 15 to meet luxury shoe designer Ruthie Davis and check out her new shoe collection. With fans like Beyonce, Emma Roberts and Lady Gaga to name a few, we must check out her collection! Click through for more info.

Just because Hurricane Sandy has long been over, doesn’t mean it’s too late to help. Many residents of the Rockaways are still distraught over the damages done by Sandy and in need of health care services. Philanthropist Georgina Chapman’s Marchesa and Doctors of the World-USA have paired up to launch a Hurricane Sandy Relief tee. All of the proceeds go to above the mentioned health care services. You can pre-order the I LOVE NY t-shirt here.