Florentine Turquoise cup and saucer

Florentine Turquoise cup and saucer

Now that the world is opening up again, this summer you may want to have guests over your house for a get together. This Florentine Turquoise cup and saucer would be great to have at your gathering!

The Florentine Turquoise design is inspired by the Renaissance of Florence  Italy. The design has been manufactured since 1931. This design is the longest running production of all there styles. This tea cup is the best selling one of all their collections. Since the design is so popular, they are still selling it today.

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One thing to love about this cup and saucer is the textile is so eye catching and beautiful. Your guest will not only be raving about the food, but also the lovely table decor featuring this beautiful china.

Wedgwood Florentine Turquoise Plate (27cm) | Harrods USSo come start your collection of Wedgwood at Castello to be sipping in nothing, but greatness!

 

Written by: Bryanna Ostmann, Castello's Personal Stylist

 

 

 

Fit Flop Sola Glitter Mix Slides are a must this summer!

Fit Flop Sola Glitter Mix Slides are a must this summer!

Do you want to fit into your flop? Come on by Castello boutique and check out our new collection of Fit Flops. This Sola Glitter Mix Slides are a personal favorite of mine. The  comfort level is out of this world you will not find this comfort in any other shoe. 

This Fit Flop Sola Glitter slide sandal will add the perfect sparkle to your summer wardrobe. This shoe is like no other. Fit Flop was awarded  for the Seal of Acceptance award for promoting good foot health. Your foot will get the support and comfort it needs in a  sandal. 
FitFlop - This sandal will complete your outfit with a little shine. They're the perfect shoe for day and night, your feet wont hurt at the end of the day. Your feet will be feeling as happy as they did when you put them on in the morning.  You will want to sleep in these.  Say so long to average sandals and slip on the Sola. 
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Grenada Birstenstocks - When style meets comfort

Grenada Birstenstocks - When style meets comfort

Are you looking for a sandal this summer that molds into you feet leaving you with the perfect fit? We've got your feet covered. Shoes with a contoured foot bed for superior comfort all day long. One of our favorites is The Granada Sandal in black. It has different straps than the average pair of Birkenstocks. They still have that same foot comfort though!

Adorable and comfy? Sink your feet into these!

Not your usual Birkenstock look, giving you two straps with a buckle to adjust this comfy sandal to your liking. Dr.'s have even called Birkenstocks one of the top 4 healthiest travelling shoe, or recommend for complete foot comfort. Dr.'s say your shoe should not be able to fold completely in half, you should have some flexibility in the toes but you should not be able to have the front of the shoe touch the back of the shoe. They should also have a firm heel cup and should not collapse when you squeeze it. A bonus is you can slide your orthotics or additional arch support in if needed. Birkenstocks give the ultimate comfort, who can say no to that?

The Granada sandal stands out with its natural look. It is characterized by its two perforated main straps. This is the perfect combination of femininity and function! The upper is made from the skin-friendly, hard-wearing synthetic material Birko-Flor® in a sophisticated nubuck look which boasts a texture and color that could almost be mistaken for real leather.

 

The Granada sandals by Birkenstock have an anatomically shaped cork-latex footbed. The upper part is made with Birko-Flor® nubuck. The footbed's lining is suede which molds to your feet over time of wearing them making these shoes comfortable and adorable! So get your pair today!

 

The Ophthalmic Gucci Sunglasses

The Ophthalmic Gucci Sunglasses

The blank Ophthalmic Gucci sunglasses are a must have this summer. This pair of sunglasses isn't just for sun blockage, but also a fashion statement.  You can turn night into day with these lens. 

 

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For example, the Ophthalmic sunglasses have the cat eye look to them.  The frame was designed to give women the confidence they want when they wear sunglasses.  These are a pair any woman would want to have in her collection of sunglasses.They are classic chic.  Plus black goes with everything. 

 

 

Image of GUCCI 56mm Cat Eye Sunglasses

 

The lens style of these sunglasses are not like any other pair you will own. If  you  have an angular face round eyeglasses are a perfect fit for you.  The plastic frames on these pair are comfortable to wear around the ears and nose.  Sunshine is not exactly needed when wearing these. The reason for this is because the lens turn your light from night into day. 

 

If you're a person who likes to have designer brand names on your garments or accessories these sunglasses are for you! They are jeweled on the side with the writing  Gucci. This will be the perfect staple to sparkle up your summer fashion. 

 

 

 

 

 

On Running Sneakers

Feel like your walking on a Cloud with On Running Sneakers!

Put your feet into a pair of sneakers that are light weight, comfortable, and actually feels like you are walking on a cloud. One of the best sellers, The On Cloud X in White/Black has best one of our best sellers. 

The on Running Cloud X training shoes mix training and running into one light and comfortable shoe to help you achieve your goals. These shoes are best mixed with sports, gym sessions, road running, or just everyday wear. These sneakers always feature an extra pair of regular laces along with the on Cloud easy entry speed laces. 

The Cloud X shoes have knit-weave engineered mesh upper provides lightweight breathability and all day comfort! They have a lightly padded tongue and collar with that traditional lace up closure. The dual density and seamless tongue provide enhanced comfort. If that doesn't make you want these shoes, the precision molded heel provides stability and support. CloudTec speedboard promotes the natural rolling motion of the foot making an efficient energy transfer from landing to take off.

 

Why wouldn't you want a shoe that is ultralight and feels like zero gravity?  So get your pair of On Cloud Sneakers today and start walking on clouds!

New In!: BaoBao By Issey Miyake

New In!: BaoBao By Issey Miyake

One of the newest arrivals at the boutique comes from world renowned Japanese designer: Issey Miyake

Issey Miyake started his self-titled brand in 1970. After graduating from Tama Art University in Tokyo, he worked internationally in New York and Paris.

Having done work and research abroad he returned to Japan and started Miyake Design Studio which initially specialized in high end women's designer fashion. Since then the brand has expanded to include: menswear, womenswear, bags ( the Bao Bao collection), watches, perfumes, and other specialty products.

Miyake also boasts quite the resume having had collaborations with other prolific Japanese contemporaries such as Takashi Murakami, and even a friendship with Steve Jobs, creator of Apple. Apparently the iconic turtlenecks Jobs used to wear everyday were made upon request by Miyake himself!

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Miyake's Bao Bao bag collection, however, is designed to give the consumer a look into the intriguing world of Issey Miyake.

The bags feature an easily recognizable design that features triangle pieces so as to transform the bag from a 2-D object to a 3-D one when the bag is in use.

The idea of the design is to add a sort of "size playfulness" as the brand puts it. There is a certain sense of surprise and humor in each design that also features colors that were chosen to reflect the changing seasons.

The bags are made to be easily stored when not in use and are able to fold down to 1/4 of their original size. Bao Bao bags make for a great "subtle flex" or even a statement piece (should you choose one of the brighter colors) and are a functional accessory for almost any outfit.

To find our selection of Bao Bao bags click here!

For high other end women's bags and accessories make sure to visit our physical store in Red Bank, NJ, where we also carry: A.P.C., Paloma Wool, MCM, and Fjallraven!

Descente

Descente

This week's we'll be focussing on the highly technical Japanese sportswear brand: Descente. After initially being started by Ishimoto Shoten in 1935, they were able to capitalize on the growing popularity of baseball in Japan and found great success producing cream colored baseball uniforms and pants. Around 1954 Japan's first professional skier, Kazuyoshi Nishimura, was brought on as an advisor to the company. The brand actually gave Nishimura quite a bit of creative freedom and started to go through the process of trial and error to figure out which of his ideas were viable. Eventually Descente found that focussing on skiwear would be their best bet for maximizing market share as they already had Japan's most prolific skier (at the time) as a brand advisor and ambassador. Nishimura was a stickler for perfection when it came to his ski wear and as such has shaped the brand's history and reputation for manufacturing products that incorporate extreme attention to detail as well as a design that works in tandem with the human body to ensure the best performance possible.

 

Descente has a multi-step design/manufacturing process that includes: a 3D simulation process known as "Motion 3D", sewing technicians that have national skill qualifications, and self imposed design criteria that meet even the highest standards of the global sportswear marketplace."Motion 3D" is a process that simulates each garment as though it were made of paper as opposed to a soft fabric. This allows the designer to get an exact feel for even the smallest of details. Another result of this design process is that the jacket is then significantly more comfortable when worn actively. In addition all of Descente's sewing technicians have certifications that prove they were able to not only pass difficult practical skill examinations, but have also demonstrated a strong theoretical appreciation of technical sewing. As such all of Descente's technicians do very intricate and time consuming sewing to ensure the highest quality product possible.

 

A key element of Descente's global product strategy is to produce products that meet the needs of potential customers everywhere. Descente is a brand for perfectionists that want the highest quality performance garments on the market. They hold themselves to the highest design and quality standards possible and even go so far as to share a list of "Things not to do" throughout the whole company. Descente also does rigorous internal evaluations so as to be sure that all testing procedures and standards are constantly maintained. So if you're looking for the best quality winter sportswear at a competitive price, feel free to stop into Castello Boutique as we have a great selection of Descente products to choose from!

New In!: Golden Goose

New In!: Golden Goose

Today I'll be highlighting another brand that is a current favorite around the boutique: Golden Goose 

Golden Goose was first started in the year 2000. It was created by Alessandro Gallo and Francesca Rinaldo, in Venice, Italy. Upon inception the creators of the brand wanted to make sneakers that are a reflection of their lives: inspired by the ideas that nothing in life is perfect, and there are many inspirations to be found throughout the journey of live.

They travelled around collecting memories and ideas that they would later shape into their own unique shoes by pairing these designs with a touch of handmade Italian craftsmanship as a sort of homage or remembrance of their heritage. As Golden Goose is built on the idea of a sort of perfect imperfection, this is reflected in the design of the sneakers as each is uniquely distressed.


Moreover the distressing of the sneakers actually serves more than just an aesthetic purpose. The shoes are supposed to feel "broken in" as soon as you put them on for added comfort straight out of the box. This is also supposed to breathe more life into shoes and the brand itself as they pride themselves on being a "living work of art with the scratches to prove it." If you're looking for a pair of well-made shoes that comes with a unique sense of style and functionality, then Golden Goose is the brand for you!

To shop our current selection of Golden Goose Sneakers

click here.

While they are available online, feel free to come into our physical store in Red Bank, NJ, to purchase select styles from this brand as well as: Timberland, Saucony, Buttero, and many more!

New In!: A.P.C.

New In!: A.P.C.

We've just got some more stock in from one of our favorite brands: A.P.C. 

A.P.C. is a French designer fashion house that was started in 1987 by Jean Touitou. A.P.C. was originally known for its high quality denim jeans but has since expanded and now offers full collections of men's and women's clothing as well as accessories. Jean Touitou and his wife Judith (who is the artistic director at A.P.C.) work together to deliver products that embody a simple and casual elegance. Above all else A.P.C. is minimalist. Jean's vision is one that removes most of the gaudy ideals that one usually has about designer fashion and focusses only on the essential. The brand strives to make apparel for stylish and casual looks that are inspired by everyday life. Touitou always uses classic and noble materials to offer quality pieces with timeless cuts. Come in to Castello's physical location today to find select pieces from A.P.C. as well as other designer brands such as: C.P. Company, Dsquared, Versace, Gucci, and more!

New In!: Onitsuka Tiger

New In!: Onitsuka Tiger

One of our newest arrivals this week comes from "Onitsuka Tiger": the forerunner sneaker brand of ASICS that is widely known as one of one of Japan's oldest sneaker companies. Kihachiro Onitsuka created the precursor to all ASICS shoes in 1949 when he made the first "Onitsuka Tiger" sneakers in his living room.


His initial mission for the brand became to promote youth health through sports. Since then the classic Onitsuka Tiger 'stripes' that appear on all ASICS sneakers have become a signifier of premium performance in sport. ASICS is now a lifestyle brand based on a fusion of Japanese sports excellence and modern flair.


The Onitsuka Tiger designs include everything from the updated versions of classic silhouettes to new styles and collaborations with like-minded artists and cultural connoisseurs. Come by to Castello's physical location in Red Bank, NJ, for the latest Onitsuka Tiger styles as well as other sporty and stylish brands such as: ASICS, Kahru, Reebok, and others! 

 

 

New In!: Parajumper

New In!: Parajumper

The Parajumpers event during Milan Fashion Week.

Some of the newest pieces in the boutique this week include super stylish and functional jackets from the brand Parajumpers. The brand was inspired by the original Parajumpers themselves, the 210th Rescue Squadron, based in Anchorage, Alaska, whose members are highly trained for extreme rescues and recoveries in the wildest, most remote and hostile corners of the Globe. As a reflection of this, Parajumpers' products the consist of extremely innovative outerwear collections with highly technological components. All of their products are built to last and provide the wearer with the utmost protection from the elements as well as designer style and comfort. Stop in at our physical location in Red Bank, NJ, to pick up the latest styles from Parajumpers as well as other high end brands such as: Rick Owens, Golden Goose, Nobis, and many more! 

Ten C

Ten C

Ten c, The Emperors New Clothes, introduces The Forever Collection. The original fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen tells of looking beyond what you are told to see and to value what is truly there. The ability to look beyond the fads and trends is a new interpretation of the original fairy tale.

Ten c. Pieces that asked to be loved for what they are. Pieces intended to last forever. These timeless and iconic garments are created to live and age with you, and the incredible Japanese jersey will, with time, mould itself almost imperceptibly to you.
The tent that wears the scars of every event it has ever been to with you. That pair of jeans you just cannot throw away. They will become exclusively yours.

Ten c believe that by applying the true values of craftsmanship and creating garments that are conceived to last all your life, they can in some way help, and this comes from the bible of real environmentalists, in the elimination of waste. They are talking about caring. And quality.

Ten c is designed by Alessandro Pungetti with a contribution from Enzo Fusco.

Alessandro Pungetti and Paul Harvey founded Ten c after co-designing for C.P. Company together. Pungetti’s depth of experience pairs well with Harvey’s design history at Stone Island, with the marriage of both skills sets is evident in the product.

Named after the Danish Fairy tale, The Emperor’s New Clothes, Ten c forces one to look beyond the fads and trends and towards the value of well crafted clothing.

While made exclusively in Italy, Ten c pulls its influence from Japanese craftsmanship

Specially engineered Japanese textiles comprise the breadth of Ten c’s products, with special attention to OJJ — or Original Japanese Jersey.

 In their acknowledgement of timeless Japanese manufacturing, Pungetti and Harvey took inspiration from the kikumon seal for Ten c logo. Every Ten c piece features modular capabilities, allowing for versatility in wear and customization with liners and hoods. With a focus on timeless pieces, Ten c creates adaptable and hard-wearing clothing to last a lifetime

 

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