 Marylea Conrad knows the timeless allure of modesty. In a market saturated with exhibitionist swimwear, her designs herald the return of a sophisticated femininity. “Revealing” is the word often used to describe beachwear, but function and flirtation are the watchwords for Conrad’s inaugural line of beach apparel. Melia Conrad pieces (named after the designer’s oldest daughter), feature classic lines that channel classic retro-Hollywood glamour and flaunt a flattering ratio of skin to fabric. Conrad also knows that overexposure lacks charm, while comfort begets confidence
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