MEET THE DESIGNER:
MARI GIUDICELLI
Who is the Mari Giudicelli customer?
A woman that seeks practicality and elegance.
What inspired you for your fall collection?
The rich natural sources of Brazil, it's fauna and flora.
What is your uniform?
Vintage denim and a white button down.
Describe the aesthetic of your home.
There's a lot of wood, brick walls, some mid century furniture scored on craigslist or found on the streets (I'm a picker), tons of plants, and sunlight.
What is your go to beauty product?
La Mer lotion. I love the scent, and it hydrates my skin very well.
How do you maintain balance in your life?
I practice transcendental meditation twice a day, everyday, and try to exercise when I can. Even, if it's a short bike ride. I also try not to drink more than one cup of coffee a day, and not look at my phone all the time.
SHOP THE FW16 COLLECTION
ABOUT MARI
Born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Mari Giudicelli is a model and footwear designer living in NYC. The debut collection from her eponymous line is inspired by the desire to lead a less cluttered life by focusing on the essentials. With a subtle nod to retro, the collection embodies a deep appreciation for craftsmanship, materials and details.
The leathers borrow traits from a range of historical influences and are combined with modern shapes and materials. The result is a contemporary expression that offers a nostalgic connection while maintaining its overarching sense of modernity.
Mari Giudicelli shoes are produced in a family-run factory in her native Brazil.
Biography from marigiudicelli.com
Top three image sources — Anna Alexia, T Magazine