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P H OTO S CO U R T E S Y O F S T E L L A M CC A R T N E Y; Z I M M E R M A N N; C H LO É; R I M OWA ; T H E W E B S T E R ; I S A B E L M A R A N T; F R E T T E After spending the past two decades working in the fashion industry, Erin Pollard, the executive director of fashion partnerships at Vogue, has witnessed her own sartorial sense continually evolve. "I don't like to put too many restrictions on my personal style as it lives and breathes with what's happening in life and culture," she says. "If I had to nail it down, I'd say I have a modern-conscious-bohemian-classic wardrobe." This ethos works well for Pollard's new passion project-turned– entrepreneurial endeavor, Underwater Weaving Studio, a platform for her own collection of hand-woven baskets (she also creates DIY kits and hosts monthly classes at locations throughout New York). "Aesthetically, a basket brings any look down to ear th quite literally, because it 's plant-based—a compostable item," says Pollard, who resides with her husband, Roll & Hill founder Jason Miller, and t wo children in Brooklyn and Montauk. "I'm looking for ways to merge my taste in fashion and home and create tension and conversation." Here, Pollard reflects on some of her current inspirations. —A.E. ERIN POLLARD FASHION EXECUTIVE AND ENTREPRENEUR STYLE SETTERS PORTR AIT BY K ATE MOORE Are there certain fashion brands, pieces, or aesthetics that you gravitate towards? I'm drawn to female designers innovating in fashion responsibility and circularity, with interesting, modern silhouettes and fabrics. I like things to feel down to earth but contextual, which is why I can be drawn to opposing aesthetics. Generally, I gravitate towards brands such as Chloé, Isabel Marant, Stella McCartney, Brunello Cucinelli, Dries Van Noten, and Zimmermann. What is your go-to look for work? In New York, I commute to the Condé Nast offices, and lean towards classic wardrobing. I invest in neutrals—black and white and camel, with modern tailoring. My work wardrobe has become more casual, but it usually includes a blazer. What are some of your favorite finds from Bal Harbour Shops brands? Some pieces I've saved: A pair of white vegan pumps from Stella McCartney that I bought 10 years ago and still wear all the time; a Chloé handbag from the Clare Waight Keller era, and a red Alaïa dress from The Webster. The world became a happier place when I discovered The Webster—it enhanced my love of fashion and the power of great curation. What are some of the pieces that you are coveting for spring? Pieces that feel modern and minimalist but imbue the freedom and rebellion of the '60s and '70s, and the classic simplicity of the '90s. For example, Chloé dresses and Zimmermann skirt suits. What design items are you currently coveting for your own home? Frette's design and quality is unparalleled. A made-in-Italy cashmere throw blanket from the heritage brand is the ultimate quiet luxury. What are some of the trends that you are most excited about? Incredibly short shorts, openwork materials, black and camel, and metallics. What is your ideal outfit for an evening out? Lots of leg, a blazer, and a basket! What are your go-to shoes for day and night? For day, a rope sandal from Isabel Marant, boat shoes or a weird sneaker from a brand like Chloé. And cowboy booties for night. What is your favorite beach ensemble? A black Toteme bikini, Johanna Ortiz cover-up, Isabel Marant square sunglasses, the Ida hat by Gigi Burris from the Webster, and my own woven tote from Underwater Weaving Studio. What beauty items do you swear by? Vintner's Daughter and Fré SPF mineral moisturizer. My skincare routine is minimal but my dedication to sun protection is not. Go-to luggage? Rimowa's Classic Check-In. What's next for Underwater Weaving Studio? The studio is a personal creative outlet, but it's also a purpose-driven endeavor to preserve a dying craft, a catalyst for community and, I believe, a powerful therapeutic, hand-brain meditation divorced from screens. For these reasons, I'm excited to expand the weaving classes outside of New York and cultivate a broader community—hopefully including a stop in Miami sometime soon! Chloé Nama sneakers Gigi Burris Ida hat, available at The Webster Rimowa Classic Check-In Frette pure cashmere throw The Webster in with fabrics. drawn Cucinelli, Zimmermann. What wardrobing. white casual, What from Some vegan the Waight from Webster—it and What are the Webster Webster A look from Stella McCartney's Spring/ Summer 2024 collection A look from Zimmermann's Spring/ Summer 2024 collection Stella McCartney Elsa mules Chloé silk blazer Baskets from Underwater Weaving Studio Zimmermann blazer Isabel Marant Duerto suede cowboy boots 98 BAL HARBOUR

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