It's been a few months since the announcement (and the initial "!!!"-esque reaction) that two of our faves — & Other Stories and Rodarte — were pairing up to make fashion magic happen. Until last week, we'd only seen snippets of the Swedish retailer's latest Co-Lab on Instagram, plus a few pieces that were worn by the likes of Chloë Sevigny and Selena Gomez. Our wallets have been readied and our closets cleared in anticipation of this drop. Never mind that the somewhat chilly weather best suited for this type of clothing has almost passed, we are ready for all the crushed velvet and sparkly knits. "& Other Stories approached us about collaborating and we immediately said yes, thinking that their approach to fashion was very similar to ours," Laura and Kate Mulleavy told Refinery29 in a joint statement. "They tell stories, as do we. We are always looking for a narrative, whether it be simple and minimal or multi-faceted and layered."
This rings true in the project's final outcome: Individual pieces range from flowing, capped-sleeve crop tops to heavily sequined wrap blouses and dresses and mixed-leather patchwork skirts and boots. The collection's broad scope means it offers something to suit an array of personal styles. But, like with the revamped flower crowns or contemporary mermaids we've seen on Rodarte's runways, the whole thing comes together with a hint of the fantastical: The way the textures, saturated coloring, and complementary silhouettes work together give the collection a dream-like quality.
"We never stop thinking about creating, and always have ideas outside of the work that we do at Rodarte," say the Mulleavy sisters. Neither had formal design school training, so this type of partnership is a way for the duo to keep learning new skills they can incorporate into their brand. "We always feel the need to creatively grow continuously and to push ourselves as much as we can," they explained in the statement.
The full collection arrives at select & Other Stories stores and online today. Move quickly: Some items are already selling out. (Although, an item may appear sold out, but if you click on a specific size, the magical "Add To Bag" icon could still appear.) Shop the lookbook, in all its textured, shimmery glory, ahead.
We already felt like we needed this jacket, but Selena Gomez's full Rodarte x & Other Stories' look sealed the deal.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Suede & Steiff Fur Jacket, $395, available at & Other Stories.
Mark our words: Polo necks are coming back, y'all.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Lurex Pullover, $85, available at & Other Stories.
Rowan Blanchard wore this bralette over a T-shirt, and now, we want to wear this bralette over a T-shirt.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Viscose & Silk Top, $55, available at & Other Stories.
There's also a Champagne-colored option.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Viscose & Silk Top, $55, available at & Other Stories.
Rodarte and & Other Stories also explores various takes on the classic wrap dress: We begin with the black style...
Rodarte x & Other Stories Silk Dress, $275, available at & Other Stories.
Or, turn it up a notch with a slightly matte blush tone.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Silk Dress, $275, available at & Other Stories.
Or go all out with a fully-embellished version.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Sequins Dress, $325, available at & Other Stories.
Let this crushed velvet beauty stand out on its own...
Rodarte x & Other Stories Velvet Top, $85, available at & Other Stories.
Or pull a Taylor Swift and wear it as a matching set.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Velvet Shorts, $65, available at & Other Stories.
Sleek meets cozy in this updated moto.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Suede & Steiff Fur Jacket, $395, available at & Other Stories.
Pajama dressing around the clock? Don't mind if we do.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Silk Shirt, $145, available at & Other Stories.
Weekend aesthetic: bed-to-brunch.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Silk Shirt, $145, available at & Other Stories.
Studio 54 meets upgraded loungewear.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Velvet Trousers, $125, available at & Other Stories.
The daytime version of that sequined wrap dress.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Sequins Top, $195, available at & Other Stories.
This may be the biggest crowd-pleaser of the Co-Lab, because it comes in three colors.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Chiffon Top, $65, available at & Other Stories.
This blush tone reminds us of our childhood dance class ensembles.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Chiffon Top, $65, available at & Other Stories.
And, of course, you can't go wrong with black.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Chiffon Top, $65, available at & Other Stories.
Sparkly knits: the trend we just can't quit.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Lurex Top, $65, available at & Other Stories.
Continuing our love affair with black turtlenecks.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Cashmere Top, $95, available at & Other Stories.
Cardigans: So street style right now.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Lurex Cardigan, $95, available at & Other Stories.
Your office sweater just got an upgrade.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Cashmere and Rhinestone Cardigan, $165, available at & Other Stories.
...just watch out for spills during your coffee run.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Cashmere and Rhinestone Cardigan, $165, available at & Other Stories.
All patched up...
Rodarte x & Other Stories Leather Skirt, $295, available at & Other Stories.
...and ready to go.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Leather Skirt, $295, available at & Other Stories.
A deep-navy suede number brings a little bit of an autumnal vibe into the summery months.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Suede Skirt, $245, available at & Other Stories.
In case you needed a LBD upgrade (that's something we never really need to rationalize).
Rodarte x & Other Stories Silk Dress, $145, available at & Other Stories.
And here's the summertime version!
Rodarte x & Other Stories Silk Dress, $145, available at & Other Stories.
Give her a twirl...
Rodarte x & Other Stories Lurex Dress, $125, available at & Other Stories.
Pair this number with a white T-shirt and sneakers.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Merino Wool & Rhinestone Dress, $125, available at & Other Stories.
You know what your black T-shirt could use? A velvety upgrade.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Velvet Top, $85, available at & Other Stories.
...with matching shorts...
Rodarte x & Other Stories Velvet Shorts, $65, available at & Other Stories.
...and trousers!
Rodarte x & Other Stories Velvet Trousers, $125, available at & Other Stories.
These shoes were the very first item we saw of the collaboration, and they're still one of our favorites.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Leather Sandal, $145, available at & Other Stories.
There's no place like...
Rodarte x & Other Stories Leather Sandal, $145, available at & Other Stories.
These shoes are dance floor-approved, thanks to a supportive wedge.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Leather Wedge Sandal, $145, available at & Other Stories.
There's no place like...the club.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Leather Wedge Sandal, $145, available at & Other Stories.
Amp up your typical black boot with some texture-play.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Leather & Suede Boot, $425, available at & Other Stories.
White-hot.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Leather & Suede Boot, $425, available at & Other Stories.
I found you, miss new patchwork bootie.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Leather & Suede Boot, $425, available at & Other Stories.
Twinkle, twinkle, little delicate necklace.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Necklace, $60, available at & Other Stories.
Make your wrist the star of the show.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Bracelet, $45, available at & Other Stories.
Need a new friendship necklace with your bestie?
Rodarte x & Other Stories Necklace, $60, available at & Other Stories.
Hearts all around.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Bracelet, $45, available at & Other Stories.
Show off that star power.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Ring, $39, available at & Other Stories.
This mix-and-match pair takes all the guesswork out of your jewelry game.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Earrings, $39, available at & Other Stories.
Double tap.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Ring, $39, available at & Other Stories.
Is there such a thing as a quadruple Like?
Rodarte x & Other Stories Earrings, $39, available at & Other Stories.
A belt that's meant to be seen.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Metal Belt, $55, available at & Other Stories.
Flip it and reverse it.
Rodarte x & Other Stories Metal Belt, $55, available at & Other Stories.
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