THE STYLIST EDIT: SPRING TRENDS

Spring forward with fresh fashion as South Coast Plaza stylists highlight the season’s must-have trends

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The days are getting longer, lighter, and brighter, and so should our wardrobes. As seen on the runways recently, fashion is trending toward florals and metallics. And if you are seeing red, you’re right. The color is so 2023. 

For inspiration, three South Coast Plaza stylists have curated seasonal suggestions from the Spring and Summer collections of 250 luxury and contemporary boutiques and walk you through the hottest trends for the season. 

Mahjuba Levine, South Coast Plaza Stylist

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SOUTH COAST PLAZA

THE STYLIST EDIT :: SPRING TRENDS

FLORALS :: DENIM :: METALLICS :: RED :: CARGO :: DRAPING

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STYLIST SPOTLIGHT

RENEE RAPHAEL

Styling Chops: With over 20 years of experience as a professional stylist on films, TV commercials and editorials, Renee has mastered the art of shopping to create the perfect look.

Bragging rights: Renee has styled the looks on numerous hit television shows, such as Scandal, How to Get Away with Murder and Sons of Anarchy.

Style mantra: Whether working with a celebrity or private client, Renee believes in the power of a great wardrobe to help her clients achieve confidence, reflect their lifestyle and showcase their most authentic selves.

SPRING TREND :: FLORALS

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When I think of spring, I picture beautiful floral print dresses that exude femininity. No one captures the essence of spring and the height of femininity like designer Oscar de La Renta. Styles range from garden party elegance like the strapless blue and pink floral dress to sophisticated evening florals like the one shoulder black dress to the free-flowing blue and white spaghetti strap dress worn casually with a pair of white flats or dressed up with high heel strappy sandals.

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RENEE’S SPRING PICKS FROM

OSCAR DE LA RENTA

Level 3, Penthouse
714.754.9044
  • Degrade Hydrangea Faille Tea Length Dress
  • Rose Mini TRO Bag
  • Hydrangea Enameled Dome Earrings
  • Silver Leather Ange Sandals
  • One Shoulder Tulip Mania Maxi Dress
  • Amaranth O Pochette Bag
  • Tulip Bouquet Slim Earrings
  • Silk Crepe De Chine Ruby Asymmetric Sandals
  • Sleeveless Hydrangea Poplin Maxi Dress
  • O Handle Nappa Leather Bag
  • Crushed Flower Earrings

STYLIST SPOTLIGHT

MAHJUBA LEVINE

@mahjubastylist

Styling Chops: Prior to founding Closet Therapy in 2001, Mahjuba Levine was assistant director and wardrobe consultant at Saks Fifth Avenue’s Elite 5th Ave. Club.

Bragging rights: Mahjuba has styled for both editorial and print and was named a Best In-Store Stylist for Modern Luxury magazine and a Top Fashion Influencer by Locale magazine.

Style mantra: “Life is too short not to look your best.” Mahjuba loves to style women and men to help them build a wardrobe that makes them feel put together and stylish.

SPRING TREND :: RED

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Red rocks Spring 2023 and is a major player looking forward to fall 2023. It’s strong and sexy, a combo that will elevate your look. Depending on your skin tone, choose a shade of red that complements your skin tone.

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MAHJUBA’S SPRING PICKS FROM

MAX MARA

Level 1, Jewel Court
714.754.7900
  • Linen blazer
  • Linen-gabardine trousers
  • Chain necklace
  • Leather Medium MM Bag
  • Leather sneakers
  • Butterfly sunglasses

SPRING TREND :: EVERYTHING DENIM

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Also known as the Canadian tuxedo, the denim-on-denim look is back in a chic way. Keep in mind it may look heavy head to toe. The key is pairing lighter fabrications of denim and accenting accessories like soft leather or chain necklace.

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MAHJUBA’S SPRING PICKS FROM

CHLOÉ

Level 2, Between Jewel and Carousel Courts
714.481.0308
  • Ankle-length flared dress
  • Embellished trench coat
  • Denim midi dress
  • Cropped jacket
  • Marcie double carry bag
  • Alphabet necklace with pendant

SPRING TREND :: CARGO PANTS

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The return of the cargo pant, a perfect alternative to your everyday denim. Versatile, comfortable with a cool girl vibe. The cargo pant has had a high-fashion makeover with luxe fabrics, clever detailing, modern cuts in a variety of shades.

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MAHJUBA’S SPRING PICKS FROM

ISABEL MARANT

Level 1, Between Jewel and Carousel Courts
714.708.2690
  • Aspen cashmere sweater
  • Evalia cotton trousers
  • Jilinka cotton coat
  • Arja suede leather sandals
  • Oskan moon leather and cotton shoulder bag

STYLIST SPOTLIGHT

KATIE KEYS

@styledxkatie

Styling Chops: With a degree in merchandise marketing from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, Katie has styled clients for The Oscars, Golden Globes, Emmys, talk shows, film premieres, press events and more.

Bragging rights: Katie Keyes’ hands-on styling experience was developed and honed while assisting Anya Sarre, the head wardrobe stylist of Entertainment Tonight and The Insider and working as a personal stylist to Hollywood celebrities. She spent over two years styling for a high-profile style company and over three years as head stylist for a digital fashion magazine.

SPRING TREND :: EFFORTLESS DRAPING

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This Spring it’s all about draped dressing. Slinky dresses with hoods and tousled layers of fabric intertwined create an effortless and chic aesthetic.

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KATIE’S SPRING PICKS FROM

SAINT LAURENT

Level 2, Between Jewel and Carousel Courts
714.429.0101
  • Hooded dress in crepe jersey
  • Nadja sandals in suede and rhinestones
  • SL 605 Luna Sunglasses
  • Pyramid earrings in wood and metal
  • Pyramid bangle in leather and metal
  • Organic arty cuff bracelet in metal
  • Twist cuff in bamboo
  • Link cuff in metal
  • Pyramid cuff in bamboo

SPRING TREND :: A METALLICS MOMENT

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Metallics are having a huge moment this season. Jazz up your everyday ensemble with lustrous liquid metals.

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KATIE’S SPRING PICKS FROM

SAINT LAURENT

Level 2, Between Jewel and Carousel Courts
714.429.0101
  • Cropped top in ribbed viscose
  • Long skirt in crepe satin
  • SSL 558 Sunglasses
  • Ava sandals in crepe satin with rhinestones

SCP Personal Shoppers and their clients have first access to our vast collection of 250 luxury and contemporary boutiques, West Coast exclusives and flagships. They’re among the first to know about new arrivals, from special edition products to coveted collections. They can work with you at South Coast Plaza, remotely, or near where you and they live in Orange County, L.A., and San Diego. And the first two hours are complimentary for new clients.

At South Coast Plaza, boutiques from brands such as Hermès, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Dior, Fendi, Loewe, Gucci, Saint Laurent, Oscar de la Renta, Gianvito Rossi, Monique Lhuillier, Versace, Bottega Veneta, Celine, Loro Piana, Cartier, Thom Browne, Zimmermann and Moncler are conveniently located under one roof along with Maje, Sandro, Ganni, ba&sh, Tory Burch, Camilla, Reiss London and Isabel Marant and so many more.

While working with a SCP Personal Shopper, clients can take advantage of the center’s broad range of amenities, including concierge services, language assistance, package check, money exchange and the luxurious Access VIP Suite, featuring private stylist rooms and complimentary refreshments.

To schedule an appointment with a SCP Personal Shopper and receive 2 hours of complimentary shopping, please send an email to stylist@southcoastplaza.com 

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