Frances Valentine Launches Shoe Collection
Marking its 10th anniversary, Frances Valentine has partnered with J.McLaughlin to launch a capsule spring shoe collection. The collaboration debuted shortly after Valentine's Day and focuses on playful and enduring designs.
- Frances Valentine was founded in 2016 by the late Kate Spade and her friends Elyce Arons and Andy Spade, as a continuation of the joyful, vintage-inspired aesthetic they were known for. The name itself is a combination of family names from Kate Spade's side. - J.McLaughlin, founded in 1977 by brothers Kevin and Jay McLaughlin, is an American brand known for its classic, preppy styles and targets a customer base that appreciates timeless, high-quality clothing. - The limited-edition capsule collection consists of 10 different shoe styles. Materials used include raffia, leather, and suede in vibrant colors. - Specific designs in the collection include the "Reese Slingback," the "Taylor Buckle Heel," and the "Venus Heel," which features a green beaded palm tree. - The price for a pair of shoes in this collection ranges from $298 to $498. - This collaboration aligns the "dopamine dressing" and "mood-boosting" style of Frances Valentine with J.McLaughlin's classic, enduring aesthetic. - Frances Valentine CEO Elyce Arons and J.McLaughlin CEO Greg Unis have both stated that the partnership is rooted in genuine friendship and shared brand values of color and quality. - To celebrate the launch, the two brands are hosting special "sip & shop" events at stores in several cities, including Palm Beach, Dallas, and New York's Upper East Side.
