You’ve probably heard it a million times, but we’re going to say it anyway: “Strong Is (Indeed) The New Pretty.”
Gone are the days when women were cast as “damsels in distress”, waiting for someone else to save them. Today, a woman can, and does, stand confidently on her own. Melissa’s Fall/Winter 2017 FlyGrl collection celebrates exactly that, empowering individuals across ages and genders. It explores identity through footwear, translating equality, respect, and freedom into a playful array of bold, stylish silhouettes.
Think spunky, genderless shoes with an edge. The Brazilian footwear label draws inspiration from unconventional 1980s street style, where young women expressed themselves through hip hop culture. Each design carries a subtle message: be unapologetically yourself and let your shoes wield a quiet power.
Our top picks? The Melissa Wonder (top row, first from the left) delivers maximum attitude, while the glossy Melissa Cosmic Sandal (top row, second from the left) reinvents a Melissa classic with gladiator-inspired flair. Little ones can join the fun with the Mini Melissa Mia Fabula II (bottom row, first from the left), a silver glitter sandal with an easy Velcro clasp, perfect for channelling their inner glamouratti.
Melissa shoes from the FlyGrl collection range from SGD 90 to SGD 195, with the exception of the J. Maskrey collaboration, which retails for up to SGD 550. Mel and Mini Melissa styles start from SGD 80 and go up to SGD 130.
The Melissa FlyGrl Collection is available nationwide at all MDREAMS boutiques, selected retailers, and online at mdreams.com.sg.
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