Margaux's Magical Collaboration: A Celebration at Bar Rêve
In the bustling world of fashion, a year can bring about significant transformations. And that's exactly what happened when New York City-based footwear brand Margaux, founded by the dynamic duo Sarah Pierson and Alexa Buckley Roussel, embarked on a journey to create the perfect party shoe. Their quest led them to an unexpected collaboration with the versatile writer and Jacqueline-of-all-trades, Aminatou Sow.
It all began a year ago when the three talented individuals first crossed paths at a dinner in Brooklyn. A connection was forged instantly, and Aminatou shared her personal struggle with finding stylish shoes in her size 12. To everyone's delight, she revealed that Margaux had been her trusted companion for some time. This sparked an idea, and the trio decided to create a collection that would embody Margaux's commitment to comfort and style, all while offering inclusive sizing up to size 45.
The result? A range of city-friendly, flat, and low-heeled shoes that are ultra-walkable, ensuring you never need a cab ride home. As Pierson emphasized, "We design for ourselves, our team, and our customers, ensuring we love and live in the product. This is the ultimate test and measure of accountability."
The celebration of this collaboration took place at the enchanting Belle Époque-inspired Bar Rêve in Brooklyn's Cobble Hill neighborhood. Guests were treated to a delightful spread, including caviar-topped potato croquettes and retro pigs in a blanket, while sipping on cocktails that rivaled the Parisian salon experience. The ambiance was further enhanced by lush blooms from Carolina Malabet and the vibrant tunes of Hope 808.
A unique display of the holiday collection was presented within a block of ice, which also served as a creative vodka luge. The evening was filled with leopard prints, as Roussel explained, "We bonded with Aminatou over our shared love for satins and animal prints. We're thrilled with the outcome and the stories we've crafted around it."
As the night unfolded, guests had the opportunity to test the footwear's wearability on the dance floor, and it passed with flying colors. For Sow, who is the co-author of 'Big Friendship' and the writer behind the popular Crème de la Crème Substack newsletter, comfort is not just a design preference but a necessity. She exclaimed, 'Bus! Club! Another Club! Another Club! Plane, next place, no sleep, no fear: those are the words of Lady Gaga and the attitude I bring to the holiday season!' This celebration was a testament to the power of collaboration and the magic that happens when passion and talent converge.
