Marni

I luv Marni but the manager of this location is ridiculous. I bought a pair of sandals there then I found out they break my skin when I walked in the South coast mall. So I came back to the store said I want to exchange for a bigger size. They said NO! That’s ridiculous. The shoes are already a sample being put on the counter, everyone can try them on. It’s like I wore it for less than 30 minutes PLUS the time I tried in the store. The shoes’ conditions did not change at all. The reason she gave me is I wore them out of the store, what are the differences between the floor in the mall and in your store? She said on the phone the next day if I did not tell her the shoes were being wore, it’s ok to exchange. So it was my fault to being honest? For this attitude how could you expect me to buy any more stuffs from your store if you force me to buy shoes that does not fit! I won’t go to this store any more because they don’t do exchanges. It was the worst and unpleasant shopping experience ever!

My mom and I have been an avid follower of Marni after the Celine boutique in South Coast Plaza closed 4 years ago. All thanks to our favorite person in the Marni store: Cecilia! Cecilia is absolutely the sweetest ever. She’s always on the lookout in the latest collection for a piece that suits you (not all items are shown online). If you ever want to seek suggestions or feedback, go to Cecilia. Trust me on this. As for the Marni boutique in SCP, the items are laid out in an organized yet artistic fashion. Love the arches inside! From handmade cardigans from Italy to soft-​leather bags, Marni’s collections will entice you each time you enter the store. Fair warning: Be careful not to submit to your desires every time because not every piece you «like» actually complements your face and body shape. Try before buying!

Marni has been killing it for the last few seasons so I was very disappointed to find out that the only store that sells their menswear is in New York.
I will give this store 4 stars because it’s really cool and at least the women shopping here are going to look great. Please ladies, keep or start buying at Marni.
Also, there was a pretty lady (she was 20-​something, not an older woman) with purple hair working there. I would love to take her on a date. I am only kidding. She was also very nice and knowledgeable, providing me with good information. She seemed like she knew her stuff which is essential for someone to work at a specific label’s store.
If anyone on Unilocal knows where I can find a Marni stockist in southern California, please let me know. I know of online retailers but I’d love to handle the stuff before purchasing.
I prefer Mani over Jil or Raf. I was going to use a greater than sign but Unilocal has something against them.

Been a BIG fan of Marni for over six years now.
This store in South Coast Plaza has the 60s+MOD-esque feel that embodies the brand. The trees are art pieces themselves as clothing racks.
I went there last Friday to pick up some goodies from the Pre-​Sale event.
I had bought a Marni dress from the outlets –which I’m to wear as my wedding dress this fall– that I needed help with on the ties as the Marni girls in Cabazon couldn’t figure it out. I was told a week before to bring the dress and they would help me with it.
Emily and Alicia were there this last Friday to help me out.
They were FAB! These girls are super attentive and as helpful as can be. They will take their time in figuring things out and make certain you leave the shop happy.
They have even recommended a tailor to help in making adjustments to the dress — which I probably will take them up on.
Being a shop girl myself, I appreciate girls who are really kind and helpful. Honorable mention too to the security who gave me care tips for the dress.
The Marni girls really take care of you, so not only are you going to leave the shop with pretty little things, but your day will be a little brighter too.

Introduced to Marni a few years ago by two of the most fashion forward members of my circle, I now make Marni a must-​stop whenever I’m at SCP.
Often, I’m there just to walk the space checking out the latest collection of bags and accessories. But if there is an outstanding piece, I’m prepared to shell out the benjis even if it’s a past season item.
But unlike a trend purchase, a Marni investment will yield a better ROI in terms of giving me a personalized look. My tendency is not to shop often; rather, to shop significantly.

Wonderful staff. Guy encourages me to try on the shoes. I feel at home here. Cute asian staff lady and I had a wonderful conversation about what is hip now. I asked her if they have any minis and I was immediately added to their email list. Got invited of course to their 30% off pre sale event. Tempting man. Tempting!

ok, so i love their designs, but blah. this store has the most unhelpful people. went in on saturday and saw a beautiful bag. so I asked the sales person if it came in a smaller size. her answer, «no» and then she just walked away from me. uhh, how ’bout showing me some other things? nope.

I love Marni but the store was really intimidating, especially with the guy (don’t know if he was a salesman or security guard, maybe both?) staring at me the entire time I’m looking at the clothes and shoes. Oh, and I was the only prospective customer in the store. How nice of him to give me so much attention!
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I’m not a huge fan of Consuela Castiglioni, but Marni is distinctly Marni. In the beginning I felt it looked a little Prada, but now I can pretty much ID a Marni piece in a flash.
So I was very interested to see their store concept… in Japan I know the entire building is grey, with a tiny fisheye hole for you to peek in, the entrance being around the corner at the back.
South Coast Plaza has all the mainstream designer labels, and while Marni is making its way up there, not everybody is a fan. I was always indifferent, but seeing the clothes in person is a completely different story. The shapes are so bizarre, but you can tell there is a ridiculous amount of technology that went into the fabric and construction.
The store is another one of those museum-​store fusions. The racks are an icy steel, shaped like a soundwave frozen in time. Clothes hover above you from more waves, and the accessories are all against the wall. Some of the bags hang on the wall like framed art, the shoes and some of the smaller leather goods are set up on white steps (also in a wave formation). There is a strange feeling of «zen» in the store – similar to one of those Japanese sand gardens.
The salespeople are friendly and give you space to browse, and although the store is a bit small, you can spend a lot of time in there trying to understand the clothing and concept.

Store décor is exceptionally odd for a designer boutique, with big swoopy chrome racks descending from the ceiling and stark white stair shelving running along one side holding accessories. There is a very limited selection of menswear (probably about ¹⁄₁₀^th the number of women’s, with a couple bags and a few pairs of shoes). Staff is laid back and helpful, definitely not of the hovering, commission-​hungry variety. Summer sale starts in late May/​early June, with the second price cut about a month later.

You either know what Marni is and understand it and love it. Or… you don’t know what it is and can’t understand why something so plain can be soooo expensive.
SCP finally has it’s own Marni store. Up until now the closest place to get it was Barney’s or the Marni store in L.A.
Lot’s of celebs wear it. It isn’t sparkly or anything like that. Think, Selma Blair, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kirsten Dunst… kinda sloppy, pretty yet really expen$ive. That is Marni. Personally, I am eying and adorable mini $kirt and $ky high platform MaryJane$. A pretty little $atin clutch adorned with peacock feather$ was pretty cute too. The sales staff was very helpful and profe$$ional.