KANDI COTA shows spring/summer 2027 collection pairing shoes with art-based dresses
The California footwear brand unveiled its latest collection at Marin Fashion Night, combining its signature comfort-first shoes with a new Made in London dress line derived from founder Kandice Cota's paintings.
KANDI COTA, a California-based label, presented its Spring/Summer 2027 collection on October 3 at Marin Fashion Night in Marin County, according to the brand. The showcase introduced an expanded resort wardrobe centered on the label’s comfort-focused shoes, paired with a debut dress collection called Made in London. The dresses transform founder and designer Kandice Cota’s paintings into wearable pieces in varying silhouettes and vibrant colorways suited to resort settings.
The event, held at the Marin Art & Garden Center in Ross, drew enthusiastic responses as guests saw complete outfits styled from head to toe. KANDI COTA positioned the shoes as anchors that carry an ensemble from casual coastal settings to refined evening wear, now expanded through apparel and dresses rooted in the same artistic source material.
From canvas to closet
The collection incorporates elements such as floral motifs, ocean-toned hues and warm sunset tones into silhouettes ranging from flowing maxi to short styles. According to the brand, the collection embodies its philosophy of “Art for Motion”—the process whereby a painting is translated into printed fabric, then into garments designed for wear.
When worn with KANDI COTA shoes, the dresses merge artistic expression with wearability and comfort. The brand describes this pairing as extending its existing footwear and sport-inspired apparel into a color-rich offering for travel, coastal environments and occasions beyond the everyday.
Footwear remains core
Shoes continue to define the brand’s identity. KANDI COTA develops its footwear around original artwork, color and comfort, targeting styles suited to movement, daily wear and travel. Most designs incorporate lightweight materials and machine-washable uppers, combining visual distinctiveness with practical functionality. The SS27 presentation demonstrated how these shoes work within full looks, anchoring both relaxed and more formal ensembles.
Designer’s influences
Kandice Cota’s background shaped the collection’s direction. She spent her childhood moving between Europe and Asia in a family of seven and participated in competitive athletics including volleyball, tennis, basketball and water sports. Her training as a visual artist gives the brand its unique aesthetic language.
The SS27 collection synthesizes these elements: California coastal sensibility, Cota’s artistic output and the versatility demanded by travel-focused wardrobes. The presentation marks an evolution for KANDI COTA, broadening beyond its footwear foundation into a more complete resort offering.
This article was compiled by the Glamorade editorial desk from the official announcements and reporting listed under Sources.
