The Art of… is a monthly series featuring various people and what inspires their style…
Name: Sydne Summer
Age (if you dare)/Astrological Sign: Pisces
Occupation: Editor/Blogger
City of Residence: Los Angeles
Website: www.ThinkThruFashion.com
What’s your favorite color?
Yellow.
What are your 3 favorite accessories and why?
- A necklace my mother made for me on my 21st birthday using the diamond from the engagement ring my father gave her (he passed away when I was younger).
- My grandfather’s gold watch with brown leather straps, because I have great memories of him wearing it when I would spend time with him down in Florida.
- My turquoise Manolo Blahnik d’Orsdays. They were one of the first high end designer shoes I bought. They’re lined with the most beautiful pastel stripes. When I’m wearing them it’s like a pretty secret that only my soles and I share.
What is the one accessory you can’t live without?
This is a really tough one. I switch up my accessories so often. Of course, I could never live without shoes but I have a feeling you want me to be more specific. Oh! Got it. My Louis Vuitton day planner. I know it’s the technology age, and everyone records events in their Blackberry or iPhone but I’m still old school and use paper. There’s something so satisfying about being able to cross off something on your to do list (I actually use a highlighter when I complete a task so my planner is filled with pretty colors). I’ve had the planner for about 7 years now and plan on keeping it for at least another seven. That’s the great thing about Louis Vuitton. It might cost a fortune but you get what you’re paying for. Their leather really holds up.
What’s your style inspiration?
I can’t say that one person or thing inspires me. I think everything offers some type of style inspiration whether it’s a well-dressed woman on a street, the way a model’s hair is styled on the runway or even a woman that makes you say, Note to self: Do NOT dress like her. Art is very inspiring for me as well. I paint whenever I have spare time (which is usually never, but I try) and I find my clothes sometimes
reflect my artwork. I was painting this really dark, depressing piece a few months ago and unintentionally started wearing more black than normal.
Often, I don’t realize I was inspired by something until I look back at a photo of myself and say, Wow, that outfit reminds me of what Mary-Kate wore to the Met Gala or that color combo looks just like the painting hanging in my living room.
What do you splurge on?
Shoes. I have a bit of a problem because I have more shoes than my closet can hold. I actually started storing my sweaters under my bed so I could have room for my new shoe purchases. I arrange my heels by color then hang my flats in a shoe holder behind my door. I’m not picky either. Sure I have my “OMG, I can’t believe I just spent my whole paycheck on those” heels but I also love my $8 gladiator flats I found at Ross.
What is your favorite gift to give?
Something personalized. I always think personalization makes a gift special, no matter what it is. I recently created an ice cream for my best friend’s birthday from eCreamery using all her fave ingredients. I name it Coco Michelle Celebration, since loves Chanel. If it’s someone I don’t know very well, I usually go with makeup. A lip gloss set is always safe. Most women like lip gloss. And if they don’t, they usually at least have a daughter who is happy to take it off their hands.
What are you currently obsessed with?
I’m weirdly obsessed with this show called Say Yes to the Dress. I’m not getting married, nor do I have plans to get married anytime soon, but that show is addictive! It’s basically just brides-to-be visiting Klienfelds (a big bridal store in NY) and picking out wedding dresses. Some brides have beautiful taste, others are just comedic. I don’t know why anyone would want to walk down the aisle in a bedazzled sheer lace corset, but hey, to each her own.
My other current obsession is neon. Perhaps it’s because I grew up in Miami but I just love anything fluorescent! My friend (the same one I created the ice cream for) bought me neon yellow Manolos for my birthday and I’m constantly creating outfits to wear them with.
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