Bal Harbour

C O U R T E S Y O F T H E B R A N D S What's embarrassing is that I am an over- packer. I look for suitcases with extended middles. I know people don't want to hear that. But I'm of the school that I don't want to regret that I didn't bring something. Where I edit is coats and boots; I bring a loafer, a heel, cowboy boots, The Row zipper boots, and a Prada mule, so all genres are covered. Slip in a couple of lightweight jackets or a heavy overcoat, folded between both sides of the suitcase. How about accessories tricks for travel? My trick is packing my carry-on roller with shoes and accessories, as it saves on weight. I take two belts: a gray suede one from Phoebe old Celine necklace that has a large organic pearl with inset stones on a chain and leather string strap. Slap that on with a T-shirt and it looks like you tried. I can't work in heels, so sometimes I'm in a loafer with a cute little sock poking out, or I'll throw on cowboy boots and suddenly it's a vibe in the Princess Diana way. Do a wide-leg jean with the boots if a slimmer jean feels scary; add a blazer and a baseball cap, if you're bold. The holiday season is here; any tips for festive dressing? Monochromatic looks that are about texture, for him or her. I'm a big fan of sheer skirts and tights with a sweater or a blazer. If you're scared to go sheer, do satin. I'm doing a sheer red skirt with red tights and a burgundy or red sweater. It might feel aggressive, but it gets neutralized in such a chic way. Do it with a knee-high boot, a low, or strappy heel. Monochromatic dressing is an easy thing to double down on that looks elevated. If all black is your thing, add a pop of color with a fun necklace or Fendi bag. Guys don't have to venture far outside their wheelhouse. Try a favorite jacket in tweedy chocolate brown; Todd Snyder has a great one. Or it can be as easy as jewel tones for the boys. For the Waltons of the world who want more flair, I'm seeing skinny scarves tied a bit lower in a very Mick Jagger, chic European way. What are your favorite gifts to give or get? Fuzzy handbags are on my wish list. Other great gifts are Prada's pajama top and miniskirt, Assouline's "The Impossible Collection of Wine," and statement rings. A beautiful vase is such a nice gift to give, because flowers, sadly, often arrive in a vase you will never use again. Or somebody recently knitted me a little kerchief to tie around the neck. Charm jewelry or an ankle bracelet are also cute little holiday gifts. People think of anklets for summer, but they're chic worn over tights. Any holiday decorating or gift wrapping tips? I'm into random art-store paper, so the wrapping itself feels like a gift. I recently wrapped a present for a client using iridescent cord and they loved it. Then I get astrological cards and write on the back of those, so it feels like a memento. I was inspired by [jewelry designer] Irene Neuwirth to cover my Christmas tree with silk flowers rather than ornaments. It's so easy. You store them in a clear bin in the garage, and they never break. how to wear it wrapping wrapped cord cards like a designer] tree It's so garage, strappy thing black necklace wheelhouse. chocolate it can the Waltons seeing Mick What Fuzzy gifts Assouline's Wine," such often Or somebody kerchief or an gifts. they're Any I'm into wrapping wrapping wrapped cord cards like designer] wheelhouse. chocolate it the "I need functional clothing that looks pulled together because 90 percent of our job is import-export— moving garments to and fro." — ER ICA CLOUD Philo and a black one by The Row with a silver-and-gold buckle, so it will match anything. You wrap them in a duster bag and layer in a couple of clutches. Another tip is a roll sunglasses case so you can take five pairs. Then I carry a large Loewe Flamenco tote that's easy to stash other accessories in, and my daily Prada nylon handbag, with my wallet and passport inside. Plus, a travel blanket, because it's always cold on flights. Do you have a work uniform? I'm a creature of habit. I rotate vintage Levi's, Mother's black Hustler cropped, flared jeans, and a baggy trouser from The Row with a T-shirt and blazer. I often wear a fun sporty jacket from Prada or Saint Laurent. I have a fisherman's style and a men's bomber. I need functional clothing that looks pulled together because 90 percent of our job is import-export—moving garments to and fro. Lately I've been obsessed with wearing my SAINT LAURENT by ANTHONY VACCARELLO S/S 26 SAINT LAURENT by ANTHONY VACCARELLO leather bomber TODD SNYDER Italian wool walking jacket TIFFANY & CO Home Essentials stirling silver vase VHERNIER Aladino ring ASSOULINE "The Impossible Collection of Wine" PRADA Re-Nylon Pouch BOTTEGA VENETA S/S 26 FENDI Night Butterfly Baguette ISABEL MARANT Duerto boots VHERNIER Bisquit necklace that. regret is cowboy mule, of Collection of Wine" Wine" BALHAR B O U RSH O P S .CO M ; B UYI N G I N D E X , PAG E 1 74

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