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Mara Hoffman Fall 2012

fashionologie — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 14:31:06 PST

Our review will be posted shortly. In the meantime, here's a first look at the collection.

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Mara Hoffman Spring 2012

fashionologie — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 14:30:44 PDT

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Mara Hoffman Turns to Egypt for Resort 2012

fashionologie — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 14:12:21 PDT

>> Mara Hoffman's embroidered aztec-print bikinis earned themselves a cult following this Summer, and based on the swimwear-heavy Resort 2012 collection she debuted in Miami over the weekend, there's more where that came from. Although she didn't entirely let the tribal prints go - colorful geometric prints dubbed "Tiki" or "Totem" popped up on a maxi dress or two - Hoffman also veered into the land of Egypt, sourcing sarcophagi and and evil eyes for her maillots and minidresses.

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The Best Beach Coverups For Summer

Chi Diem Chau — Wed, 25 May 2011 12:38:58 PDT

>> Not to say you shouldn't show off that amazing one-piece swimsuit or cute bikini, but for those times when you're out of the pool and not yet ready to put on real clothes, we suggest you elevate your postswim ensemble with options such as a silk printed cover caftan from Mara Hoffman, a bonny yellow dress from Vix, or a fancier bright teal dress from ASOS. The options are endless, but we edited it down to our 12 favorites - peep them all in the slideshow.

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Make a Splash - The Best Bikinis For Summer

Chi Diem Chau — Fri, 20 May 2011 09:08:20 PDT

>> With swimwear on our mind, we rounded up our favorite bikinis of the season. Think marbled prints from Seventh Wonderland, sexy string renditions from Missoni, a chic nautical creation from By Malene Birger . . . and more two-piece swim inspiration in the slideshow!

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The Best One-Piece Swimsuits to Hit the Beach This Summer!

Chi Diem Chau — Mon, 16 May 2011 12:33:26 PDT

>> One-piece swimsuits are currently experiencing a new wave of interest thanks to designers like Rag & Bone, Mara Hoffman, and Zimmermann. Whether you're the type who prefers lounging by the pool or splashing in the ocean, we culled our favorite looks - ranging from retro styles to modern silhouettes - for you to rock this Summer. Click the slideshow to see our top one-piece wonders, then click on the links to shop!

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Fash's Friday Obsessions! Miami Heat

Chi Diem Chau — Fri, 06 May 2011 09:51:41 PDT

>> We've been mapping out our Summer excursions this past week - with Miami high on our mind. It's the perfect quick beach weekend getaway for us East Coasters. To get you in the mood, peep our bright picks from Current/Elliott, Mara Hoffman, DKNY, and Aurelie Bidermann. Then, top off the whole look with some minty green nail lacquer from MAC. Ready, set, shop!

Left to right: Madewell City Walk Fedora ($48), Current/Elliott's Spearmint Captain Pants ($170), Mara Hoffman
Embroidered Bustier Top ($260), MAC Mischievous Mint Nail Polish ($14), DKNY Felicia Sandals ($120), Aurelie Bidermann
Fortalezza Bracelet ($410)

Fash's Friday Obsessions! Warm Winter Escape

Chi Diem Chau — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 07:23:16 PST

>> We're still in the thick of Fashion Week - and while we're enjoying all the new Fall collections, we can't help but daydream of a warm Winter getaway: One where we can just slip on this amazing Egyptian print maillot from Mara Hoffman, throw on a Brixton straw fedora and cool sunnies from The Row, and hit the sunny playa. Now that's the life - maybe after all of the Fashion Week madness is over?

Left to right: Mara Hoffman Egyptian Eye Maillot ($182), Brixton Castor Fedora ($42), Clarins Sunscreen Gentle Spray ($32), See by Chloe Tomo Leather Backpack ($540), The Row Clubmaster Sunglasses ($350), Raphael Young Wedge Sandals ($695)

Mara Hoffman Fall 2011

fashionologie — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 17:23:18 PST

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First Look - Mara Hoffman's African-Inspired Spring 2011 Swim Lookbook

Chi Diem Chau — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 09:37:05 PST

>> It's a day like today - which requires trudging through slush - when our minds are driven to dream of someplace warmer. Mara Hoffman's swimwear, with its cool prints and genius cuts, isn't quelling those thoughts. For Spring 2011, the designer drew influence from Africa, using mud-cloth and batik prints to create a colorful display of bikinis, swimsuits, and cover-ups. Check out the complete lookbook, which includes new silhouettes like a ruffle bustier bikini and beaded string bikini, for more warm weather musings.

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