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Ready for the Weekend Max Mara
12.30.16
South Coast Plaza recently opened the first freestanding Weekend Max Mara boutique in North America. Weekend Max Mara is the place to find easy and wearable pieces ideal for weekend wear. The collection’s full range of products are available including the brand’s effortless ready-to-wear, accessories and shoes.
You’ll love the simple and flattering silhouettes with a mix of bold and neutral patterns and prints in linen, cotton, wool and tweed. Look for the signature butterfly print that symbolizes the collection’s philosophy of lightness, freedom and confidence.
You’ll also want to check out Weekend Max Mara’s newest bag, the Pasticcino exclusively available at the new boutique. Pasticcino, Italian for “small pastry,” is a fun and fluffy clutch available in a variety of colors and patterns. Its oversized clasp and cheerful prints, sets a whimsical tone for easy weekends, parties or evenings out.
Level 1, Bloomingdale’s Wing at South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa. 714.754.1876.
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Slide Into Spring in Malvados Sandals
12.30.16
In no time at all you’ll be thinking about spring sandals and you can get a jump on it by perusing the newest footwear brand, Malvados. Here’s the thing, Malvados exude plenty of style and comfort, plus prices are just $21 to $31!
Based in British Columbia, Malvados was founded by Jennifer Rainnie and Baseer Khudayar who created the brand for the girl who loves music, travel and fashion. Doesn’t that sum you up? You can shop the collection here.
Come Spring 2017 there will be 38 styles in three categories – Lux, Icon and Playa. Lux offers an EVA top sole, diamond textured foot-bed with laser-cut logo for breathability and traction, as well as a thin, soft metallic strap. Icon features iconic t-strap sandals, metal, braids and hardware detailing.
One-piece modeled EVA with toe pillow design for extra cushiony comfort and support is found on Playa, along with a diamond textured foot-bed for breathability and traction. Playa is equipped with Malvados arrow logo strap design.
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