VIBE

It all started with one sassy pair of form-fitting pants, in different colors and patterns, created by designer Stacey Bendet in 2002. It has grown into a full line of edgy-meets-flirty womenswear with a sharp retro edge, known for its colorful cocktail dresses and tailored working-girl pieces. The bright Bryant Park flagship features rack upon rack of floaty, flirty designs with mod décor touches. Recently launched shoe and “career” collections cater to those seeking a more refined look.

USE A PURCHASE FROM HERE FOR

A birthday or New Year’s Eve get-up; office wardrobe staples

WHY WE LIKE IT

Wearing anything alice + olivia is like an instant mood booster–we love the mix of girly charm with impeccable, polished tailoring. We also like that the collection is diverse: signature cocktail dresses are closet collectibles, while the layering pieces from the “Base Collection” make excellent wardrobe staples.

GOOD TO KNOW

alice + olivia has previously collaborated with brands like Keds, Payless, and MAC. Besides the other standalone boutique locations, alice + olivia’s designs are also available from 700+ department stores worldwide, including Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Harvey Nichols, Harrods, and Lane Crawford. Online shopping is available at aliceandolivia.com, net-a-porter.com, and Shopbop.com.

OTHER LOCATIONS

Madison Avenue (New York); Greenwich, CT; Southampton, NY; Los Angeles; Malibu

CLOSEST COMPS

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