Memorial weekend is usually the unofficial start to summer but now we can officially say: SUMMER IS HERE! The temperatures are getting hotter, your outfits are getting smaller and your patience at work is getting testier as you constantly look out the window, waiting for the end of the day so you can hit the beach! This week we are honoring summer and offering amazing discounts on wedges & espadrilles, swimwear and an ode to the 70′s. The 70′s glamour look is an awesome look for the summer. You probably have more 70′s style clothing already in your closet than you think. Got a pair of gianormous shades? Flared jeans? A leather vest? One piece bathing suit? A flowy peasant top? Consider yourself in the 70′s! Fashion in that time was about bold colors and feminine looks, 2 things that seem to be everywhere in summer 2011. Make a statement and bring out those groovy styles!

Also this week, add a couple of inches to your height and enjoy sky high deals on sky high wedges and espadrilles, and make a splash in your one piece swimsuit by Chloe. If you miss out on these don’t fret-there’s always the downtown dash happening at 12pm-3pm every day!

This week on Chickdowntown, we are celebrating the start of summer! Our sale spotlight this week features cute shorts, giant purses, pink (the color) and a designer spotlight on Yves Saint Laurent. Time to bust out the shorts, grab the biggest purse you have, and oh- don’t forget to pick up a gift for Dad for Father’s Day on Sunday! Ditch the tie idea and surprise him this year. Our exclusive deals on exquisite timepieces will make any Dad happy (and your wallet happier!).

Short shorts; provocative for some but a perfect summer piece for most. I LOVE denim shorts. They are so easy to dress up or down. Pair it with a plain white tee for an “I’m going to the mall” look, or dress it up with a sexy tube or flowy print top to attend your friends BBQ.  Don’t forget to bring the biggest purse you’ve ever owned.  This summer big tote bags are still a must have to your summer wardrobe. The big bag is easy to throw your flip flops and towel in, so you can easily go from work clothes to beach ready! 

 Here’s what comes to mind when I’m getting ready to bring out my summer wardrobe:

Beginning around June, you will start to notice that you are getting numerous invitations to dozens of different events and parties. From graduation parties, to weddings and to you being the hostess of your best friends’s baby shower, the party never ends! This week’s sale spotlight is the cocktail dress. It’s that cute little dress that looks fabulous with the highest of heels and is probably shorter than most would prefer-but hey, sometimes the shorter the cuter. Chickdowntown features some amazing cocktail dresses, but one designer in particluar that is known for her evening wear is Vicky Tiel. Her designs are stylish, girly, and sophisticated. Take a look at some of her designs below. Absolutely to die for!