The latest designer collaboration has a true Minnesota connection. Shakopee-based designer Christopher Straub has created a capsule collection for Duluth-based Maurices.
"One day I'm in four boutiques, and the next I'm in 800 stores," he said.
Fans of the busy "Project Runway" alumnus will recognize his signature style.
"The pieces I did were feminine and flirty, and it's a holiday collection, which is perfect," he said. At $12 to $89, the collection is much more affordable than his own line.
Straub used abstract flower petals in a 3-D scarf and the skirt of a cocktail dress. He also designed his first fragrance, Be Amazing.
"You're dressing her to go out; you may as well complete the look with scent," he said. "I wanted the notes to be citrus and floral, but not overly floral or citrusy."
Christopher Straub for Maurices
Where: Full collection available at www.maurices.com and at Maurices stores at Mall of America, Burnsville Center, Eden Prairie Center, Maplewood Mall and Northtown Mall in Blaine. Accessories and fragrance available at all locations.
