Fashion Stylist/Stylist Assistant. http://sheadaspin.com
Current Undergrad at The New School
How do you jump start your morning?
Ideally a run along the East River followed by a shower and coffee, but that's only if I can get myself to bed at a reasonable hour. Otherwise it's just coffee and rushing out the door.
Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts, Other?
Dunkin when I make it, Starbucks when I'm in a pinch.
My favorite, though, is this iced hazelnut coffee from my bodega.
Favorite lip candy?
YSL #19 and #49. MAC "Ruby Woo"
How do you spend your time after work?
I'll usually go out to dinner and a concert or movie or something. My favorite places to see music are Mercury Lounge, Pianos, and Glasslands. Favorite place to eat/drink is Benny's Burritos, definitely.
What is one thing you couldn’t do without at work?
Coffee and a good playlist.
Describe a typical day for you.
Well I try to keep the days I'm in class and the days I'm working separate from each other, but often I find myself waking up early, emailing, going to class, emailing some more between classes, and so on. Besides that there is a lot of steaming clothing and keeping things organized.
What do you hope to see in the future of your career?
$$$ and cool clients.
Have any funny/embarrassing/memorable work experiences?
I was interning for this one stylist for a while who assisted a bunch of other bigger stylists. One time she forgot a really important D&G shirt back at her apartment in Brooklyn so I had to go back and get it for her. The thing was, her doors were locked all weird so I couldn't get in. I eventually got her neighbors to help me break into her apartment with a ladder up to the back window that led to her kitchen. I crawled through and retrieved the shirt.
Previous internships:
Teen Vogue, Interview, Press Office PR, Industry PR, Opening Ceremony, Various Stylists
Who/what do you believe got you where you are today?
Probably just a combination of my parents paying for me to come out here to study/live, hard work, and good timing.
Favorite fashion blogs/websites/magazines/books:
Magazines: Vice, V, Pop, Purple
Websites: XOJane.com, Jezebel
Blogs: White Lightning, Geometric Sleep, Style Rookie
Piece you can’t live without:
Strapless bra. I think bra straps can look super tacky.
Summer must have:
Blue Gatorade
Advice for aspiring fashionistas:
Don't go too hard, but still push yourself. Stay positive. Have hobbies.
