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The fall academic year has begun, and soon, the heat will turn down to a pleasant, comfortable (and bearable) temperature for all to enjoy. For now, we're excited to share some of our new homestyle items to help elevate your space to an aesthetic that matches the upcoming season. We have warm and cozy colors for the kitchen and bathroom. From home cooking (which saves you money) to a peaceful shower or a quiet and sacred bathtime ritual, we have curated sets from our selections in stores that are affordable and exciting to own. Continuing reading for our collections and some of the best ways to enjoy them.

Time to return to campus; or begin your new chapter at your future alma mater. College is the best time to enrich your mind, connect with like-minded individuals, explore different activities, and cultivate lasting friendships. Every step of college life has a different vibe; whether hanging out and grabbing a bite at the student union, studying at the library, or joining a social group, there are shoes for everything. We've curated a ladies' shoe collection for our gals on a budget. Continue reading for recommendations on sneakers, sandals, and heels and where they fit best in your daily life at school.

The fashion cycle in recent years has resurfaced in 70s, 80s, 90s, and Y2K fashion pieces like baby tees, platform boots, and mom jeans. In 2023, cargo and parachute pants reign as a prominent trending piece. Ladies can rejoice in their discovery of cargo and parachute pants; these are the few types of pants with functional pockets while flattering the figure with their higher and fitted waist. Essential pieces to pair with these pant styles involve chunky heels and fitted tops. For the summer weather, My Melrose has looks with cargo and parachute pants curated for the heat.

Grab your backpack, essential tools, and your perfect first-day-of-school outfit. If you're unsure what that outfit looks like, think about it and get creative. You want to stand out and be comfortable all at once. With the weather being super hot, we have styles suited for the days ahead. Whether you're a parent shopping for your kids or a creative high school or college fashionista, there are looks to scroll through below to give you an idea of what we have in stores. 

People who are active or don't want to change clothes for different parts of their day can turn to the athleisure fashion subculture for tips and tricks. Living in the post-pandemic world and an unpredictable economy with everything being more expensive, athleisure is a suitable, casual, and affordable versatile subculture that is multi-use for various occasions throughout the day. Athleisure includes pieces like yoga pants, biker shorts, and sports bras. Whether you're one of the lucky people to work from home, the morning yogi who goes for brunch after an enlightened beginning to her day, or a young student, athleisure fits everyone at all stages of life for comfort and sport. Look at three My Melrose athleisure outfits for summer by reading more below.

Bring your smiles, bubbly positive personalities, everything pink, and your Ken because Greta Gerwig's Barbie is in movie theaters now. Barbie girls, show your love for the iconic self-sufficient, strong female character by either going over-the-top with Barbiecore outfits or creating more subtle looks with one of the Barbie branded tees we have at your local My Melrose and Melrose Family Fashions stores. Continue reading below for our Barbie tees and different style variations for juniors and girls.

Welcome back to the Melrose blog, where we always have something interesting to share with you. This week, this author shows her skills by tackling a challenge; dressing models in all pink to present another fashion subculture inspired by pop culture icon Barbie. That's right, hot pink, sophistication, and heels rule the Barbiecore world. Represent the Barbie brand and build a wardrobe of feminity and perfectly arched feet. This is part of the new Barbie movie's message starring Margot Robbie. Greta Gerwig's vision of Barbie showcases diversity while preserving the Barbie brand's legacy and authenticity. Take some fashion inspiration from your friends at My Melrose by checking out the creations below.

Attention ladies, professional and sophisticated alike; My Melrose and Melrose Family Fashions have started selling beautiful contemporary clothing. We know you guys have loved our ladies' section and selection of clothing; however, we always strive to keep up with the times and listen to feedback to improve ladies' now juniors and contemporary differentiation. It will take time to make it perfect, but we are here to make you aware and showcase ten outfits for the modern woman and define who she might be. Look at our first ten outfits below to learn more about our vision. 

Americans kick off the summer every fourth of July by celebrating Independence day. While the day is meant to commemorate the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, severing the original 13 American colonies ties with the British Monarchy, it has become a day of sun, sand, cookouts and fireworks. Whether your plans for the Fourth of July take you to the river, the beach or even just to your own backyard, it's important that your outfit screams summer fun and being some  combination of red, white and blue is encouraged! My Melrose and Melrose Family Fashions have a wide selection of summer essentials which can form the perfect building blocks of your look for this 4th of July and remain an part of your wardrobe for the rest of the summer. Check out our five ladies' outfits below for inspiration, or completely replicate them by looking at your nearest location.

We're back FINALLY with a new fashion subculture article; the groups that are defined and organized with particular features of appearance that make their taste distinctive from all others, and what we have at My Melrose and Melrose Family Fashions for you to explore and create your outfits. This week we blend two fashion subcultures with a fine line dividing them; purpose over preference. Minimalism and the clean girl aesthetics are topics this author looks forward to explaining and expanding upon. Read more below and view our five styled looks with examples of other ways to put pieces to go together.