FOOTWEAR IN FOCUS

With Memorial Day and its much-anticipated long weekend, most consider summer having arrived.
If we’re going to be picky, though, it’s really only the symbolic start of summer, with the season officially kicking off June 21.
But why be a stickler for details? After all, one thing is pretty clear – sandal season is here, so get ready to show off those pedicures.

Dorith

Denia

Alcudia

Vanna

Here at Maria Luisa Boutique, we’ve got sandals in styles that range from classic leathers to cutting-edge metallics, from strappy options to clever lace-ups and sporty picks, as well.
Come to think of it, we’re well stocked not only with sandals but also all kinds of warm-weather footwear including flats, wedges, platforms, sneakers and more.
As you know, footwear is one of our signature offerings, a favorite of both the Maria Luisa team and our loyal customers. Our selection is a mix of tried-and-true brands with a few newcomers to mix it up. The common threads? Quality, comfort, thoughtful design – and yes, a bit of personality.

LA Wind Slingback

LA Wind Sporty

So remember, we’ve got you covered, whether you’re looking for something to wear on the boardwalk or for a day out in the city, for a summer wedding or a family picnic.
Come see what’s new – shop now before sizes start to sell out - and we’ll help you find that new pair, or two, or three…
And don’t forget, you can build an outfit around a great pair of shoes – or select something that just adds that finishing touch to your warm-weather fashions.
Speaking of those fashions, we’ve plenty of new styles in house, from tops to pants, light wraps to dresses, totes to hats.

Cover-Ups

Before you know it, we’ll have you suited up in that singular style you’ve come to love.
Can’t wait to see you – to catch up and show off our latest offerings.
And don’t forget, you can always shop 24-7 at both marialuisaboutique.com and Shoptiques.com.

GETTING AWAY IN STYLE

With Memorial Day weekend just a few days away, it’s once again the start of the getaway season.
Whether you have plans for a few long weekends, an extended vacation or just a quick day trip here and there, you’ll definitely want to set off in style during these last weeks of spring and throughout the summer.

HOILIDAY WEEKEND ESSENTIALS

Stop by Maria Luisa Boutique and ML by Maria Luisa, where we’re now filled with all kinds of fashions and accessories to take you wherever you’re going, even if it’s just your own backyard or local park.
There are summer dresses and skirts, light wraps and sweaters for cooler evenings (or rooms with heavy air conditioning), funky pants and fun-and-functional hats and totes.

PERUSE OUR FOOTWEAR

No matter the pick, it’s all about color and ease, comfort with flair – and of course, we’ve got the seasonal footwear to accompany it all, whether you want sporty or funky, chic or casual.
Did you say jewelry to really finish it off? Oh yes, we have all kinds of necklaces, earring and bracelets, too, to take you from the beach to dinner out.

BE BBQ READY

And don’t forget to pack along a hostess gift if you’re making a visit - or pick up some toys or games to keep the kids busy during the journey (perhaps even a present for any young ones you may be visiting or welcoming this summer).

SUMMER EXPRESSIONS

Remember, spring and summer are all about relaxing, sharing meals and music, spending time outdoors… making memories.
Enjoy!

CELEBRATING 30  31 YEARS

MARIA LUISA HITS THE STREETS

The street fair season in Nyack continues this Sunday, May 20, with the first 2018 edition of the Nyack Famous Street Fair. 

As always, vendors will be lining the downtown streets of Main and Broadway from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., rain or shine, with more than 350 exhibitors expected. There will be the classic mix of arts and crafts plus traditional retail and collectibles, along with refreshments, live music and children’s events.

And of course, Maria Luisa will be a part of all the fun. We’ll be “taking it to the street,” as we do for every street fair, setting up in front of both Maria Luisa Boutique and ML by Maria Luisa, extending our shops into the great outdoors.

Stop by throughout the day for our unadvertised special promotions and activities.

There are two more editions of the Nyack Famous Street Fair this season, July 8 and Oct. 7.

The May, July and October events are run by P.J.’s Promotions. April’s SpringFest and the Sept. 9 SeptemberFest fairs are sponsored by the Nyack Chamber of Commerce.

Admission to all is free.

If you forget, you can always consult the Community Calendar at marialuisaboutique.com, where we spotlight Maria Luisa events as well as community happenings we think you’d like to know about.

THE NEXT GENERATION…

This week marks a bit of a milestone in the Maria Luisa world.

It was some four years ago when Maria Luisa Whittingham was able to fulfill a longtime dream, creating a namesake scholarship program that would support and encourage the next generation of female leaders.

She launched the ML by Maria Luisa Scholarship program, administered by the Rockland Community Foundation, back in 2014. 

And this week, she will – for the first time in the program’s young history – present not one but two scholarships to local graduating seniors.

These awards will be given during the 2018 ML by Maria Luisa Scholarship Presentation reception, to be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday (May 10) at Maria Luisa Boutique.

Family, educators, friends, community members and our ML community – you, our loyal customers – are invited to join us as we celebrate the achievements of this year’s winners.

Scholarships of $1,000 each will be presented to Ruth Uriarte of Nyack High School and Katherine Marie Bacolas of Clarkstown South High School.

These young women were selected as best exemplifying the award’s criteria: being Rockland County high school female seniors who, through their actions or beliefs, embrace the principles of ML by Maria Luisa that include civic and community involvement, as well as a commitment to social justice, social equality, and environment/eco-friendly lifestyles.

The awards are designed to assist with costs of attending a college of their choice. This year, the program was expanded in two important ways. A second scholarship was added to specifically recognize a student attending Nyack High School, in honor of the community that has long supported Maria Luisa and her business. The 2018 program was also expanded to include nominations from those who identify as female, as well.

It’s been quite the year for the program that continues to grow.

As Maria has said, “The empowerment of young women is high on my list of priorities.”

And in a nod to the way she herself benefited from a scholarship during her college years, one that allowed her to attend the Fashion Institute of Technology in Manhattan, she has also noted, “The ML by Maria Luisa Scholarship Fund is my way of paying it forward.” 

We hope you will join us from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday as Maria Luisa officially presents the 2018 awards – and recognize the accomplishments of these young women.

And we thank you, of course, for your ongoing support of our scholarship program.

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For more, or to donate to the 2019 effort, visit marialuisaboutique.com/maria-luisa-scholarship-fund or rocklandgives.org.