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Kmart Fashion has teamed up with Rachel Antonoff on their third Remix Series challenge. Rachel Antonoff with the help of her mother, grandmother, and friend will be showcasing their interpretation of a wardrobe staple, the, “Pencil Skirt” by Kmart Fashion’s brand Attention while mixing in some of Rachel’s own designs. Click after the jump for details and what you can win!

To all those like myself who have done everything but worry about buying their fathers a Father’s Day gift as of yet, it’s time to regroup, focus, and shop! While I usually stick with the traditional shirt and tie combo that seems to be the hallmark holiday’s go-to gift idea, this year, I thought I’d try to venture outside the box with William Henry.

We here at CITYist love Vans and Hello Kitty. Now to our delight the two brands have joined forces to bring you a delightful collection of apparel and accessories that we will be running out and purchasing as soon as we are done typing. Check out our favorite items.

To commemorate Intermix’s 20th anniversary, A.L.C and Frends did what we’ve been waiting for since the Walkman: designed headphones to accommodate big hair days and statement earrings. Find out how they did it after the jump.

School is out for summer! Swimwear in summer is obviously an essential. From striped one-pieces to simple bandeau bikinis, broaden your style horizons with our picks for the chicest swimwear we hope you will be wearing on the beach or at the pool.

Attention all you outdoor and beach bumming CITYist’s. We want to bring your attention to a great company called Hari Mari that has the most responsibly made and comfortable flip flops we have come across in a long time. Click after the jump this need to know brand.

Whether it was horizontal, vertical, thin, thick, black and white or in vibrant color, stripes make a graphic statement, day or night. Check out our favorite striped pieces that are a must have this season!

One of our favorite shoe brands Walter Steiger has a fun new competition that we hope all of you CITYist’s will enter to win a pair of the brands iconic “Monte Carlo” heels. They are classic, chic and a must have for your closet. Click after the jump for details on how to enter!

Chanel is known obviously for the little black jacket. Well now for you male CITYist’s who feel left out from the Chanel club we bring you a true crave worthy item.

Miu Miu continues its’ expansion in the United Arab Emirates as the luxury brand opens its’ first store in the prestigious Marina Mall in Abu Dhabi. Click after the jump for an inside look of the new store.

We here at CITYist often go through an 80’s faze and luckilyAdidas take us back to the future with their new range of reissued 1985 Originals Phantoms. The classic running shoe fuses suede and lightweight mesh. Check out what we will be sporting during the summer months.

For a lot of CITYist’s baking in the sun for hours or baking in a tanning bed is not an option, and we applaud you for that! We have found a great beauty must have that will have you glowing and your skin radiant as if you just walked off the beach from some exotic locale. The NARS Illuminator in Laguna is one of the most universally flattering bronzers on the market. This liquid version has a dewy and luminous effect that we absolutely love!

It’s that time of year, time to bring out all the summer dresses, shorts, sandals, and tank tops that have been stored away, for what seems like years. If you are bored with what you have in your closet it’s time for a spring/summer wardrobe update. We get that being on a budget is important so we have selected some great pieces that are all under $100 and will have you looking super cute and ready to take on the summer heat in style.

Cutt-offs, sundresses, maxi-skirts – Modern Vice’s summer adaptation of the Jett boot is working its way into all of our concert ensembles this season. Find out why after the jump.

The white sneaker is a casual wear classic. It sort of transcends seasons, it’s clean(if you keep them clean), chic, and will go with almost every look you have planned this season. We here at CITYist love a white sneaker, it’s almost a uniform in the summertime for most of us. Check out our favorites!

Thank goodness summer is here! With all the sunny days that are on the horizon(hopefully), we need to protect our eyes and obviously look stylish at the same time. The aviator is a staple for most guys, it’s a classic that is never out of style. It is not only versatile but also will work with just about every look, from a classic suit to shorts and a t-shirt. Check out our favorite aviators for men.

US accessories brand MAKR is the perfect place to go to if you are looking for long-lasting leather goods. From bags, sketchbooks, iphone sleeves, wallets, and bottle openers, MAKR is one of our newest discoveries of simple yet chic accessories that you need to have on your radar.

For those of you CITYist’s out there who will be lucky enough to spend some time on a beach we have selected the best nail polishes that will help you brighten up that strand of sand you’ll be laying on this summer. If you are not lucky enough to get to the beach these nail colors will help you spice up your look when you hit the city streets. Check them out and run out to your local nail salon and get your toes and fingers painted.

Following up their successful collaboration from last year, Nike has teamed up with French fashion brand A.P.C to deliver another collection of sleek sneakers that are a good bet as a summer essential. Check out this must have!

This season is a lesson in how to work toned abs in a sophisticated way. From luxe bandeaus at Louis Vuitton to bralettes at Balenciaga, SS13’s designers are zoning in on the midriff and crop tops are shooting straight to the top of the style agenda. Check out what we have chosen for you when you are flashing the flesh in the warmer months.

The house of Salvatore Ferragamo has a fan base that spans generations, from 1950s movie star and fashion legend Audrey Hepburn to fashion darlings like Alexa Chung and Olivia Palermo. The Italian label’s latest innovation is one that we at CITYist are really excited about. We now can customize the beloved bowtopped Vara mid-heeled shoe, which is celebrating its 35th year in production, and its sister design, the Varina flat. Click after the jump to find out more info!

Summertime is here and there are so many places to go and things to see. If you are tired of using your camera phone to document your life we highly recommend the Diana F+ camera. The sunburst color of the camera will have others smiling as you take their picture. The best thing about the camera is the long exposure functionality that creates a dreamy and lo-fi quality to all your pics. Instagram eat your heart out. Available at Lomography.com for $79.20