WARNING: Shoppers with the tendency of ‘cute aggression’ should tread ahead with caution!
We are always on the lookout for new areas of shopping to explore. Lately, a couple of international brands with unbelievably cute products have kept us busy. These brands have finally set up camp in India, and we have all the deets regarding what, where and for how much you can shop their products for. Whether you are a wide-eyed teenager or an adult (who hates adulting most of the time) there is something for everyone at these stores.
Apart from the obvious irresistible merch, going around the stores is a treat in itself (psst… one of them smells of sweet bubblegum!) Here’s your cutest weekend itinerary ever.
1. Ted Baker London
Fashion obsessors have heard about this cult fave a lot. The British brand is famed for its stylish and sophisticated menswear, womenswear, accessories and everything in between! The SS18 collection housed at the store right now is inspired by the British royalty with accents of the Queen and the Duke in abundance.
Fans of the florals will find a safe haven here! Modern silhouettes are combined with fresh and prim shades of rhubarb pink, mint green, and imperial yellow. The pricing is uniform with the line ranging between 10-20k, barring the exception of their resplendent red carpet line which can go up to a whopping 75k.
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With accessories ranging from 5k to 15-20k, you will find minimal handbag styles crafted from sumptuous leather and additional trim-like tassels and bows.Their loungewear and athleisure lines are available for shoppers as well.
Ted Baker London is located in The Chanakya Mall, New Delhi.
POPxo Recommends: Ted Baker Bethcon Bow Detail Large Icon Bag for Rs 13,420. Buy it here
2. Kate Spade
The one-stop shop to satiate all your girly merch cravings, Kate Spade is home to a range of ready-to-wear apparel, novelty handbags, chic footwear and jewellery knick-knacks you can sort for days. The adorable looking storefront is convincing enough to make a quick stop at the spot.
Desi girls can look forward to choosing from a range of pop coloured handbags for a perfect day to night arm candy! The SS18 apparel collection is presented in a palette of soft dusky pink, strawberry and denim-blue hues. Talking about the styles, you can browse through prim silhouettes, sharp tailoring and athletic styles that are oozing a youthful charm.
Don’t forget to check out the strawberry-carton bag, the wicker picnic basket with a sweet charm, and the alligator-shaped bag all in a day’s time. Shower slides, adorned mules, slingbacks, kitten heels and pointed-toe flats are available in eye-catching embroidery and prints.
Kate Spade is located in DLF Emporio and Select Citywalk, New Delhi.
POPxo Recommends: Kate Spade New York Hawthorne Lane Spinner Sling for Rs 11,127. Buy it here
3. Melissa
The newest member to join the cute parade, entering the Melissa store, you are instantly hit with a delightful bubblegum scent in the air! How? Melissa shoes are made out of PVC plastic called ‘Melflex’ giving it the signature scent which the brand has patented under its name.
With all the shoes and bags that you want to eat but can’t, Melissa as a brand is highly coveted worldwide. Boosted by its collaborations with The Campana Brothers and Jason Wu, the styles range from strappy sandals and ballet flats to wedges and ankle boots. The shoes and bags range between 4-30k.
The SS18 collection with the idea of mapping the world, the styles aimed at unifying the audience all over the world with one design aesthetic. A 100% recyclable and eco-friendly, the brand loves to call its line “vegan shoes,” with colourful and happy styles giving them their distinctive look.
(Vaani Kapoor at the Melissa store launch)
Melissa is located at The DLF Promenade, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi.
POPxo Recommends: Melissa Red Skinny Belt Flats for Rs 5,600. Buy it here
4. Cath Kidston
A product range which will put any girl’s Pinterest board to shame, Cath Kidston has a portfolio of beautifully designed prints in apparel, accessories and home furnishings. Combining soft pastel hues with loud prints, the collections seem like they can start talking to you any moment!
The brand is rich in the Chevron colour palette, twisted and turned into designs that are instantly recognizable. A sea of navy blues, festive reds, standout greys and a few smart darker hues are in store for you at this outlet!
Cath Kidston is located in Select Citywalk (New Delhi), Ambience Mall (Gurugram) and High Street Phoenix (Mumbai).
POPxo Recommends: Cath Kidston Matt Oilcloth Multi Pocket Backpack for Rs 11,889. Buy it here