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The reputation of Moda Mario has also with problems obtaining fabric and clothing
extended beyond South Florida, with shipments from Italy, a severe blow was dealt
international executives and celebrities to Mario’s business, finally resulting in the
regularly visiting whenever they were intown. extremely difficult decision to close his store.
From movie stars to sports figures and
Mario now invites everyone to return to the
musicians, along with generations of families boutique, during its final weeks in business,to
wintering in Fort Lauderdale, Mario has
take advantage of an unprecedented store-
catered to them all with grace, style,elegance, wide sales event, where everything will be
and his own sophisticated charm.
sold at significant savings. This includes all
It was typical for Mario to serve cups of the clothing, accessories, artwork,antiques,
espresso, cocktails and glasses of wine to his furniture, racks, cabinets, sewing machines
clients as they enjoyed extended afternoons in and even the high-end hangers.Yes,
his boutique surrounded by beautiful antiques, artwork and everything must go.
the fashions from his collections.Customers were like guests Although this has been a sad series of events in
in a private realm. The personal touches and lifestyle 2020, Mario is at peace with life, his good fortune for
consultations are what have made Moda Mario a nearly halfa century, and he looks forward to seeing
landmark on Las Olas. everyone as they visit Moda Mario during its final month

Sadly, in the early spring of 2020, the Coronavirus in business. Please,raise a glass, and toast to the
pandemic became a devastating reality worldwide. This memories of this iconic store on Las Olas Boulevard. Cin
led to a difficult summer on the boulevard, and combined Cin! Ciao, bella!

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