City Girls Are Refreshing Their Summer Wardrobes With These 18 Elevated Picks
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Summer in the city truly feels like no other. Weekdays begin to feel like weekends as sunny days seamlessly transition into late nights filled with spontaneity. Of course, city girls are already prepping their warm-weather looks—would you expect anything less? Word on the street is that they're picking up all their new pieces from British clothing brand ALIGNE. Its new arrivals ooze cool, urban sophistication and feature a range of essentials from peplum tops and wide-leg linen trousers to sleek waistcoats and denim dresses. The biggest allure seems to be the refreshing summer colorways, including vibrant red, pale pink, sage green, and striped blue, which can be mixed and matched to create endless outfit combinations. Take a look at the 18 picks that city girls are adding to their wardrobes.

Raina Mendonça is an associate fashion editor on the branded content team at sister titles Who What Wear and Marie Claire. Previously, Raina was an editorial assistant at goop.com. When she’s not writing, you’ll find her crafting new playlists, exploring Los Angeles, or making a cup of English breakfast tea.
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