The lovely Katy Perry has been one of our best customers for a while now; her beauty and bravado make her an awesome match for the Mandate aesthetic. Thus, when she asked us to put together a 17 piece minicollection for her Hello Katy Tour this summer, ASAP, we were happy to oblige. It was a tall order for our little workshop, and several sleepless nights ensued; however, when the cloud of sequins settled, it revealed a collection fit for a modern day Marie Antoinette (in our humble opinion). Here are a few shots of the process, for your viewing pleasure. Check back soon for a full visual play by play of the collection's journey around the world.
1. Cloud Playsuit: cloud blue chino cotton boned sweetheart bodice playsuit with printed feedsack ruffled, ric rac and eyelet trim,, navy blue linen heart pockets and sash, and removable halter straps.... size small-medium, $250
2. Patchwork Playsuit #1 (preview piece for Spring 10): white cotton, blue eyelet and blue gingham boned sweetheart bodice playsuit with red linen pleated trim, buttons and heart pockets, navy linen mini cummerbund sash and removable halter straps... Julia's
3. Polka Dot Kitty Playsuit: red and white large polka dot print boned sweetheart bodice playsuit with black quilted cat applique, matching ruffle, bloomer bottoms, insert pockets, black cotton tie backs and removable halter straps.... size small-medium, CLICK HERE TO BUY
4. Messenger Blouse (Through the Looking Glass Showpiece): blue cotton eyelet and white wine silk organza backless blouse with antique dickie inset and ruffle bottom.... size extra small-small, $225
5. Blue Floral Bloomers: blue floral polished cotton bloomers with insert pockets.... fits most, $70
6. Sunset Transition Peekaboo Playsuit: floral sheer nylon and black stretch cotton playsuit with lavender peter pan collar and heart pockets.... SOLD
7. Sunset Transition Man's Shirt Playsuit: plaid man's shirt playsuit with light denim mushroom patch pockets.... SOLD
8. Dogs Love to Chase Cats Playsuit: Red silk cap sleeved and stretch denim playsuit with heart cutout back, red silk buttons and heart patch pockets, and blue eyelet dog and cat appliques.... size small, $260
8. Chartreuse Silk Tap Suit (Fall 09 Showpiece): green silk satin tap playsuit with scalloped shorts, partially open back, hostess sleeves, black velvet antique buttons, green and gold antique ribbon trim and matching tie backs.... size small, $315
9. Sunset Transition Polka Dot Playsuit: deep red and white mini polka dot sweetheart bodice playsuit with sky blue, icy mint green and grey silk ruffles and bloomer shorts, sky blue beaded flower applique, insert pockets, contrast color tie backs and removable halter straps.... size medium, $315
10. Periwinkle and Gold Pinup Playsuit: periwinkle knit cotton pique and white cotton and metallic gold playsuit with extended waist, short boned sweetheart bodice, black ric rac trim and black heart patch pockets.... Kristen's
ACCESSORIES
1. BOYFRIEND limited edition elastic feather headband: Indian Style, $36
2. BOYFRIEND limited edition powder blue feather headband: $36 CLICK HERE TO BUY
3. BOYFRIEND limited edition electric blue feather headband: $36
Breezy pieces like these dudes are regulation summer wear at camp Mandate. Light and airy, they'll keep you looking hot and feeling cool. Worried about investing in one season? Don't. Come fall, add a cardigan, tights and a pair of boots and you'll still be good to go.
1. Pink and Green Kitty Playsuit: Mint linen playsuit with pink silk quilted kitty and peach ric rac leash, pink and peach silk ruffle trim, bloomer shorts with insert pockets and removable halter straps..... size small, $300 CLICK HERE TO BUY
More ensembles after the jump....
2. Burlap Circus Dress: Blue striped cotton and mustard burlap minidress with mushroom pockets, removable and convertible halter straps and tulle underskirt.... size small, $320
3. Sack Dress 1: Tan iridescent cotton and blue cotton eyelet minidress with gathered bodice, adjustable tie backs and pearlized and carved rose motif buttons.... size small, $250
5. Seaside Playsuit: Drop waist playsuit with Sheer blue and multicolor boat motif bodice and stretch denim shorts, matching heart patch pockets, and adjustable grosgrain tie backs at natural waist.... size small, $250
6. Basic Overplaysuit: White cotton loose cut man's shirt shaped playsuit with black heart pockets and detachable hood: $190 CLICK HERE TO BUY
7. Scallop Dress: White scalloped eyelet minidress with contrasting blue and red stitching, puff sleeves, and navy linen covered buttons and tie backs.... size extra small-small, $270
