Summers are almost synonymous with the beloved New York City brand, Markarian, known for its whimsical floral dresses. And this season, designer Alexandra O’Neill took us to Maine, a summer vacation spot for her and her family. Across the collection were vibrant tiger lilies, a flower commonly found in Maine.
Casual separates were a newer category that O’Neill has been working on over the past few years. This season there were easy poplin pieces like a white button up and boat neck shirt embroidered with a beaded tiger lily at the chest that paired wonderfully with the matching pants. O’Neill even showcased what the more casual poplin shirt would look like in a formal setting, styling it with a gingham tweed skirt.
For any future summer brides out there (we’re looking at you Taylor Swift), there was a beautiful strapless white gown embellished with colorful textural tulle flowers that made the piece unconventional and unique. For the after party, Markarian’s hero look this season was a hand beaded seashell dress that cut right at the ankle. While the brand styled it with a nude slip underneath, you could even embrace the beachiness of it all and show off some more skin.
