A luncheon is on the calendar. How might you approach putting together a look for that?
I dress up a bit more for lunch. I’ll usually wear a simple black oversized suit with a crisp,
tailored men’s button-down. I’m rarely the girl in a tea dress; I like to opt for a more masculine look. So, suiting over dresses, unless it’s a very formal event. I love layering heavier gold charm
necklaces under tailoring, and stacking our floating diamond huggies up my ear. I never wear a big statement earring with a necklace—it’s either one or the other.
The 5 p.m. slump has hit, but a dinner party is on the cards. What will energize you when shifting from day to night?
I’m always prepared. I keep a dedicated drawer in my office stocked with face refreshments,
breath mints, and other essentials, plus a clothing rack with extra shoes and looks in case I can’t
run home. I also have my own coffee machine, so I’ll usually make a JF-approved latte, typically
around 3 p.m., to get me through.
You’ve no time to think about what to wear for an after-work gathering but you want to
feel chic: What formula always works for you in a bind?
Some version of a black turtleneck, black trouser, and black heels. That formula never fails me.
I’m always reaching for my favorite Sold Out cashmere turtlenecks and rotating between my
collection of Saint Laurent, Céline by Phoebe Philo, and Bettter trousers. When it comes to jewelry, I love stacking, especially rings and ear cuffs. Right now, I’m wearing rings from the Dylan and Murphy collections. Ear cuffs are always great for nighttime too since my hair usually covers my ears anyway, and they’re an easy way to elevate a look.
What’s a failsafe cocktail hour-ready outfit you tend to rinse and repeat?
I love to let my jewelry be the center of attention. I’ll add a statement earring, stack some rings and cuffs, and keep everything else clean. Sculptural pieces instantly spark a great conversation at any party.
What about black tie? Do you like to take risks, or play it pretty safe?
These days, I take risks. I’ve been embracing color and more maximalist shapes. For my Beverly
Hills store opening, I chose a white Maticevski dress as a nod to our LA rebirth—white felt
symbolic of new beginnings and a blank slate. The dress had angular shapes and volume but
remained pure and pristine. I added my signature black accents with Wolford tights and Saint Laurent platform boots. I did my own hair and makeup to keep it simple for a more laid-back California look, and for jewelry, I chose our Lab Diamond Anniversary rings to celebrate the milestone.
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