MM.LaFleur

Even though I’m «old» for a typical MM customer, I swear by my MM pieces — this past winter I packed only MM Lafleur for a month-​long trial in the Midwest and mixed-​and-​matched them for a different chic outfit every day! Even my husband loves the pieces. He’s always marveling about how seemingly basic the items are but how the styling, fabrics, and tailing elevates them to very chic, almost Japanese-​minimalist status.
Thus, despite having an embarrassingly large number of MM items (pre-​this week’s popup: 5 tops, 5 skirts, 4 dresses, 2 sweaters, 5 jackets, a winter coat), I go to every D.C. Pop-​up, and last week’s was no exception. Went to see how to style a pair of Evers trousers with my Dietrich jacket and came away having returned the Evers for a pair of Nakamuras, as well as a few other beautiful pieces that I’ll wear all the time. Shelby was a fun, enthusiastic sales person who had taken the trouble to identify the pieces that I already own so that I wasn’t brought duplicates — a very nice touch that I really appreciated.
I see only three areas for improvement in the pop up experience. First, and most significant, the Jefferson, while a lovely venue, is just not ideal for even small groups of people trying on clothes. I’ve done 3 popups there. The rooms are really cramped and they don’t move most of the furniture out: this time the fitting «area» was a corner between a bed and a wall, and there was about a 2 square foot space to look in a mirror 2 feet away. Last two times it was in a dining area where I hit my head on the ceiling lamp (I’m 5’1″) every time I came out to look at an outfit. The lighting is dim and not optimal to appreciate the beautiful colors of the clothing. I vastly preferred the popup they had at the DC Architectural Center on 7^th St. NW, which was roomy and allowed them to display the clothes so you could walk around and see what was there, more like a typical boutique. Basically I’d urge the company to find a better (maybe even permanent?) showroom in DC.
Second, Shelby didn’t have ready the actual pieces that I had expressed an interest in seeing ahead of time (this always happens in my experience, it’s not Shelby alone), although they did have those pieces on site, which was often not the case in the past. Having taken the trouble to email ahead with a list of specific things that I want to try on, it seems like it would be easy and desirable for stylists to bring those items, especially as when I show up at the pop up and can’t always remember what I asked to see.
Third, it would be good if they brought heels/​dress shoes in various sizes for people to try on with the outfits. A lot of people in DC don’t wear heels to work, or if they walk to the hotel they’re wearing flats. I knew what to expect and actually brought in my own heels so I could try outfits on with them, but again, I believe that if the stylists had them available, it would enhance the sales experience for the customer.

I went to the NY showroom a few weeks ago with 2 friends in search of some new work clothes! I’m kind of out growing the J Crew skinny pants look and I needed something more polished. Enter MM LaFluer.
They specialize in dresses, I was looking for pants anyway! When I arrived I put on the Nakamura trousers and initially and they’re unlike any pants I’ve worn before. They’re flattering and grown up and stylish all at the same time. I also tried on tops and some sweaters and skirts. All of the clothes were great, but a bit pricey. I decided on the Nakamura trousers in black and the morandi sweater in oatmeal.
Fast forward a week and I have my items and the pants wore extremely well the first day I wore them and I’ve worn the sweater pretty much everyday this week. I immediately orders the Evers trousers and are waiting on those!
M.M. LaFluer please make your trousers in charcoal grey as well!

Excellent quality clothing. Super comfortable and very courtroom appropriate. Love this designer. I do wish there were some Blazers to go w the dresses though. Not a jardigan fan. Overall the shopping experience was amazing. I’ll be back very soon. Can’t wait!

Just FYI, they currently only carry sizes 0 — 16, no plus sizes. Just writing this review to save others the hassle of finding this information on their website. Also, they only give you four days to decide whether to keep or return the clothing. Wonder why customers can’t have a week. What’s the rush?

I attended the pop-​up in Los Angeles.
The clothes are great! I had a baby last year and NONE of my work clothes really fit right anymore. Enter MM. LaFleur and the very timely LA pop-​up. Rachel was GREAT, helped me find lots of things that will fit in perfectly with my company’s culture, and that make me feel good as well.
It was a super fun hour — I could probably have spent another hour there working my way through the collection. The challenge was weeding things out and not blowing my budget (and do go in with a predetermined budget!)

I am a big MM fan. Just had a wonderful appointment at their LA pop-​up store where I bought several great work dresses and had a glass of champagne and a nice chat with the lovely stylists. I have also tried the Bento before and regularly check out the M dash on their website. The clothes have a definite aesthetic — clean lines, well-​tailored, seasonal colors, good quality fabrics, not cheap but worth it. Their dresses are a stand out, the separates are, in my opinion, not as strong. I would love more long sleeves as the offices tend to be freezing, more wraps/​scarves and future pairings with interesting shoes (and dare I say undergarments?) Some type of loyalist club will be a plus. I hope this brand thrives without losing its edge and quality!

The LA pop up was amazing. Excellent service and a good selection of clothing. The staff was very attentive and helpful, not at all pushy. They gave honest suggestions regarding fit and listened to my requests. Almost every item I tried on was amazingly comfortable. I can look forward to dressing for work knowing that I will look stylish and be comfortable during those long days in the office.
I am looking forward to ordering more items. It is so refreshing to have a quality source for stylish work wear that breaks the mold of the usual mass produced, poor quality retailers out there. Keep up the good work MM LaFleur!

My experience at MM. LaFleur was amazing. The clothes are wonderful to start, but the ladies in NYC made the experience so special. I filled out the online survey and when I arrived there were many pieces in a dressing room ready for me, then they kept coming! It was a no pressure environment and it just felt like you were hanging out with a bunch of your friends.
This company is a true gem. A lot of their clothes are make right here in NYC, which has become so rare. They think ahead and a lot of their designs are machine washable, which is great for my lifestyle of constant travel.
I honestly do not see myself shopping anywhere else. Keep it up MM!

MM. LaFleur popped up on my FB newsfeed one day when a coworker liked them. After some research on their website and on Unilocal,and with a visit to NYC for other reasons coming up soon, I decided to make an appointment at their NY shop.
Pro: Their service is exceptional. When my friend and I arrived, they were very welcoming and offered us drink and cookies. They continued to by friendly throughout my time there and were not pushy.
Pro: Using answers I had given when scheduling my appointment, they had already pulled a number of items and were ready for me to start immediately. When the first item ended up being quite a bit too large, they quickly pulled everything down a size.
While all that is appreciated, it was not my ultimate goal. I needed work clothes after all.
Con: On most of their back-​zipper items, the zipper tail was much too long and caused a weird bump that was very visible. This took all those items out of contention.
Con: I am petite — around a size ²⁄₄ and just over 5ft tall. This helped with the length of the items which mostly went to my knee. Another customer there was quite a bit taller than me, and the skirts were going to her mid-​thigh, far too short for the business world. The reason I rate a con though is that the sleeve lengths were too long! They were not long enough to be full length and too long to be elbow or even ¾. It just looked weird.
Ultimately I walked away with one-​item, the only one of everything I tried on (which was a lot) that was ok except the sleeves are still too long so I’ll need to get them adjusted. This isn’t just me being picky — my friend and even a MM. LaFleur staff thought every other item either was too loose (couldn’t size down anymore), had a weird zipper tail, or something else.
Suggestions for them:
— Fix the zipper tail issue. There is no need for the tail to go that low.
— Better align the sleeve length and vertical length.
— Offer complimentary alterations since your items are already quite pricey.

I have tried Bento box and bought several pieces online and love them and impressed with the service. I just went to a pop-​up shop in LA, at the top floor suite of The London west Hollywood with expansive view of LA. I brought a girlfriend who is new to MM Lafleur. We tried on many many dresses, tops, skirts and trousers over a glass of prosecco. Our stylist, Sara (h) was absolutely fantastic. She was fun, energetic and love and know the products well. My friend bought 5 pieces and I got a few. It was a success. We love MM Lafleur pieces. They are soooooo comfortable. You put them on and and don’t want to take them off. They also make you look good. There are some little black dresses that you wouldn’t pick them out of the rack at the store but you wouldn’t believe how good you look in it. I wish there are more styles to try on but that might be a bad news for my wallet.

Very pleasant experiences, both at the in-​store appointment and over the phone. Special shout out to Janet who listened and ninja-​like added and removed pieces for me to try. There was genuinely no pressure to buy anything at the end. I called back to see what size dress I had tried on at my appt and mentioned I had decided to order it, and easily placed an order over the phone. I consider these clothes an investment in sustainability and a company I hope sticks around for a while.

Fantastic experience from start to finish. I visited the showroom while I was in town for business. Easy scheduling, easy to find, and a great shopping experience. I’ll confess: I wanted to check out the goods for myself before buying online. After my in-​person experience I’ll definitely try a Bento. But, also the studio experience was so fun that I’ll definitely be back next time I’m in NYC. Highly recommend!
The price points are not cheap, but the quality of the clothes is stellar: the fit, fabrics and attention to detail seem worth every penny. And these pieces are classics that will be in your closet for years.

Had a wonderful experience at the MmLaFleur showroom in NYC! Personal attention was amazing. Sara was responsive to my comments and body-​type needs. The clothes are amazing –beautifully designed and crafted. And great value. They keep adding new styles and think outside the box. I feel like MmLaFleur «gets me.»
I brought an out of town friend from CA for a visit, and she has a completely different body type. She found it as wonderful as I did and we both walked out with a wardrobe being shipped the next day!
And p. s. I usually hate to shop.

MM LaFleur dresses work for a variety of shapes of women. I recommend that you work through at least 2 Bento Boxes, or if possible try one Bento Box and then go to either a pop-​up shop or if you are in the area visit the SoHo showroom. Your first Bento will give you a feel for quality and sizing options. You may ask yourself «What’s the big deal? They’re only dresses» as you work through the options. But the fabric is exquisite and comfortable, and you start to notice details – a notched cuff, contrast belting, etc. I ended up only keeping one dress, an aubergine Etsuko, but based on the Bento Box experience I now know which type of dress I like (i.e., machine washable with sleeves). I came very close to keeping the Lydia – the single fabric twist at the shoulder appears to be a small detail but it flatters the arm. However, I had decided at that time that machine-​washable was a priority. The Etsuko is my «hamburger dress” — meaning there’s room if I decide join an impromptu greasy spoon lunch with co-​workers. If you are new to either the finance, legal, or frankly any other profession, I recommend setting aside a budget and investing in some key pieces.
A week later after I received my Bento Box, I happened to be in SoHo for work and was able to drop by to try on some other dress styles and sizes. I ended up buying another Etsuko (!) and a Sarah 5.0. The showroom manager was friendly and unflappable even though she was handling multiple clients. The space was comfortable and welcoming even though it was the temporary showroom. Welcome to your new workwear obsession!

I am infatuated.
MM.LaFleur was introduced to me by Sarah LaFleur*, the namesake founder, at an event they put on for my company. I immediately took a liking to the polished, no nonsense, yet sophisticated looks of MM.LaFleur. In all honesty it has been a bit of a godsend because I’ve had so much trouble finding unique pieces that are work appropriate AND flattering. The ones made of well constructed materials tend to be astronomically priced (I’m looking at you, Akris). Alas, the struggle is real. Fortunately, while there are lots of boxes here to be checked, MM. LaFleur ticks every one. Their pieces are versatile, understated, yet flattering. Not sure if there’s some sort of magic formula here, but I want to purge my entire closet in a Maria Kondo-​esque rampage and replace it with the MM. LaFleur dress collection.
My favs so far:
— The Etsuko Dress
Holy bananas, talk about FIT. This dress looks super simple on the rack. Don’t let it fool you, it fits like a glove. The long sleeves make it very versatile. I can wear this to a 9am meeting or 8pm drinks at Brandy Library. $ 195 is reasonable, methinks, considering how many times I’m going to trot in this workhorse. They have this in 0P in black. I sent like 5 requests to be notified of petite availability in other colors. In the meantime I’ll keep refreshing the page. REFRESH REFRESH.
— The Akiko Dress
The genius is in the structural design. The draping remind me of those Bernini statues in the Borghese. Elegant, but not overly elaborate. I have this in regular 0, but I really, really wish they made it in 0P. See a pattern here?**
*A note on the company: I genuinely like the brand and the people behind the brand, perhaps because I can relate. That makes me want to support MM. LaFleur, not only because their clothes are insanely well made and sold at reasonable price points, but also because the folks here are actual ex-​corporate/​design world chicks who have a crystal clear vision of what a modern XX chromosome needs — and then consistently deliver.
**A note on petite sizing: Methinks higher end petite semiformal workwear is an underserved area of the market. There is real demand here. Aka ME. Please make all pieces available in petites!
Did I mention I was obsessed?

I’ve ordered three bento boxes and recently attended the pop-​up shop in Washington DC.
I could not be happier with the quality and fit of the clothing. Not only have they rejuvenated my work wardrobe, but the life of my more casual pieces will now be extended that I can take them out of heavy rotation. I also think there’s a lot of versatility to transition many of these pieces to weekend brunch or date night.
The customer service is absolutely top notch and I have found everyone very pleasant and knowledgable.

High quality clothing, work style with easing, with an extra large price tag…
I randomly and luckily heard about MM. LaFleur just in time for their Dallas popup. I am not a person who considered herself fashionable and I really don’t like to shop either. Most of my work outfits I purchase the identical items to a mannequin in a store because otherwise I can’t figure out how things go together. A new job in a more corporate office means that I need new, extra-​corporate looking clothes.
When I checked out MM. LaFleur on their website, what spoke to me was classic no-​fuss styles, quality (i.e. I won’t have to shop for a while), and «Easy to care for and travel-​friendly» — the travel-​friendly is often especially hard to find. Finally, I loved that many, if not all, of the pieces really easily transition into evening attire. Because I often have dinner meetings this is really helpful. So I booked an appointment and met with Hanna at the pop up. Hanna was genuinely sweet and listened to my needs about my office attire. She had a rack pre-​set with items in my size.
Dresses are not typically worn in my office, so originally I asked to focus on separates. Unfortunately, pants aren’t really the forte of this company — they focus a lot more on dresses and pants. I really disliked the first outfit that was picked out, but everything after that was dresses and skirts. I loved most of everything I tried on. My favorite pieces they offer are the jardigans — a combo jacket/​cardigan. It’s a great alternative to the men’s sportscoat or blazer. The jardigans have clean lines and look polished, but are made of a stretchy material.
The quality of the clothing was great, and I grew to love the idea of building a capsule wardrobe off of the pieces from this company. I spent way, way more money than I had planned… over $ 1500 (!) on nine pieces of clothing and one accessory. The bill really hurts, but time will tell if it was worth it in how the garments hold up and if I continue to love them season over season.
As far as the pop-​up goes, I wish I had thought ahead and brought a set of heels that I might wear to the office (I was wearing flats). They had some there, but I didn’t like the color or style, and I actually felt like it made the outfits look worse when I put them on! I also wish they had all varieties of colors available — even if not in all sizes — so you could at least get a feel for the color combination. I ordered an item in a color I haven’t seen yet, and I am hoping I don’t have to return it!
Finally — many people agreed that some of the modeled images for the clothes on the website don’t do a great job of showing the dress. One example is the famous Tory dress: one image shows a model covering half the dress holding a dog. In the other image the dress falls flat on the model. When I tried this dress on, it looks totally different than in either image. Maybe they could use some plus-​size models!
On a positive note, I have been paired with a stylist in their home office and I have been told that the numerous items on my rack that I didn’t purchase (already regretting not buying the beautiful teal-​colored Annie dress!). I am looking forward to see what my experience will be with these items post-​purchase.

Arranged for a Home/​Work appointment and I could not be happier!
In short, I tend to hate shopping for clothes and am not great at dressing myself. I am especially bad at dressing for work. I tend to only choose clothing that is black, have no idea about how to accessorize, and am really petrified of buying anything that isn’t black, because I have no idea how to wear it and feel confident. When I am in a clothing store, I get overwhelmed by options and usually walk out not buying anything.
But I looked at MM. LaFleur’s website and loved the way their pieces looked. Then I saw their Home/​Work service and decided to try it! You fill out a survey where you can talk about your current wardrobe and what you thought you might add to it, your budget, you preferences, etc., are paired with a stylist (mine was Angel), chat with the stylist on the phone, and then you set an appointment for them to come to your home!
My stylist Angel was incredible — he was professional, friendly, and knew so much about the clothing. I could tell in his choices of clothing and how he described them that he really took into consideration what I told him about my life (I am a college teacher and a professional musician) and showed me pieces that were perfect for what I need them for, and versatile. I felt comfortable and taken care of through the entire process, and ended up buying four pieces that day — but there is also no pressure to buy on the spot, which I really appreciate!
And the clothing itself is just amazing — it fits perfectly, is well-​made, much of it is machine-​washable, and it is worth every penny! Quality clothing, especially clothing for work, is an investment worth making — I can’t wait to teach a class with my new outfit! Seriously. The clothing, and the Home/​Work session, are ABSOLUTELY worth the money.

Fabulous, well made, comfortable, quality work wear.
I have been on a MM kick for quite a few months now. I’m all about subscription boxes; when I heard that they offered a ‘bento box’ specific to your shape and what your looking for, I had to sign up.
5 jackets, 3 skirts, 7 dresses and 4 tops later, I’m hooked. I can’t tell you how easy getting ready has become especially on days that I’m running behind and I don’t have time to think about what to wear and how to match it.
The quality of the clothing is amazing. They use the finest materials (some of which are machine washable) creating pieces that are stylish and comfortable.
It’s like Brooks Brothers meets Hugo Boss AND Lululemon — sophisticated and classy, yet still sexy workwear that’s comfortable enough to do your most complicated yoga pose in.
The customer service is also wonderful. Casey has helped me with all of my bento boxes/​orders. I can easily email her when I see something online that I like and she sends it right away. For bento boxes, she incorporates my feedback from past orders and sends new new pieces that she thinks I might like based on my style preference.
One thing, I am tall and sometimes dresses with pockets look odd on me. I wish pockets came stitched with the option to cut open. For now, I am just having my tailor take care of it, no big deal.
I really appreciate the concept behind MM and how the brand came to be. I always feel better about my purchases when I know they are going towards an entrepreneurial business such as this. I’m looking forward to the new colors for spring /​summer.

Unexpected happy place in SoHo. I hate SoHo. I lost my wallet the night before. I came here, and actually felt great, which considering the conditions just mentioned, is a miracle. I didn’t make a reservation this Sunday, but it was just me in the studio and it was incredibly charming and personal and a great experience. I had tried some of a friends bento box and now I know exactly what to order for myself. Khey-​Ara was super knowledgeable and friendly and helped me embrace waist-​accentuating belts, working with my shape and style.
I haven’t mentioned the clothes, because, well, they are amazing and I want all of them. True story: I was a train-​wreck until I put on the Blair 2.0 and felt like Kim Novack.