Where are you finding creative inspiration lately—whether it’s for a shoot, a story, or just getting dressed?
Lately, my inspiration has been more accessible than you might think: the people of New York City. I’m a huge people watcher—especially when it comes to fashion—so when I’m out and about, my head is on a swivel. I want to know what trends the girls reading my articles are actually buying into, who they follow, what LTK links they’re clicking on. I ask my friends who aren’t in fashion these questions all the time, because that’s where the real insight lives.
What’s your advice for women who want to break into fashion media but feel unsure of where to begin?
Just start. You don’t need an employer to give you permission to be creative—post on your socials, start a Substack, or find your own way to tell stories. When I’m interviewing people for a role, a resume isn’t the first thing I’m looking at. I want to see that someone lives and breathes fashion online. It’s funny—we were always warned about our digital footprint growing up, but in this industry, having one is how you get hired. So build it and start now.
Tell us about your HART charm necklace. Which pieces spoke to you, and why?
I was immediately drawn to the shell charms I spotted on the HART homepage—they were the first pieces I knew I had to include. There’s something effortlessly chic about them that just screams summer. This necklace feels like the ultimate outfit finisher—it instantly adds personality and polish to whatever I’m wearing. Honestly, I think every woman should have a piece like this in her closet this season.
You're New York-based but often on the go—what’s a perfect day in the city when you’re home?
For years, I was someone who woke up at 7 a.m. no matter what—but recently, I’ve trained myself to sleep in on weekends, and it’s been a total game changer. Once I’m up, I’ll head to my roof with my journal (no phone!) and take a moment to reflect on my goals and jot down fun memories I want future-me to remember. Then I’ll grab a friend for a Pilates class before heading to Golden Swan or Salt’s Cure for a late breakfast. I love spending the rest of the day walking around the city, popping into my favorite shops, and wrapping it up with a smoothie from Happier Grocer before cooking dinner at home.
How do you find ways to slow down in the “city that never sleeps”?
I try to carve out as many solo nights in as possible—even if that only ends up being two or three a week, they’re what reenergize me most. As a retired extrovert, I’ve learned that spending intentional time with myself has been next-level for my peace. It’s my way of hitting reset in a city that never really slows down.
