Where are you right now?
At work in my studio in Manhattan.
What is your current state of mind?
I’m usually at peace when I’m working, though at times it gets a little hectic around here. We just won runner-up for the CFDA fashion fund, which is a really exciting honor, so I’d say I’m motivated, busy, and pretty satisfied at the moment.
Where do you feel most at home?
In my apartment in Brooklyn. But I’ve always felt weirdly at home in the southwest- I love the desert.
What’s the best advice you’ve ever been given?
Have confidence in yourself and what you love even if others don’t.
If you could change one thing about yourself what would it be?
I would like to be slightly less obsessive….
What is your greatest fear?
Dolls/inanimate objects coming to life. Abandonment?
Which person do you most admire- alive or deceased?
I’m always in awe of great painters and artists. Georgia O’Keefe has always been an inspiring personality to me- how she draws attention to the delicate by using bold stokes to create a sometimes shocking effect. Her work forces you to notice the intricacies of the subject.
What is your greatest extravagance?
Travel. I’m fortunate enough to have an excuse to travel to exotic places to do research for my collections, and it’s always worth whatever the cost. It’s invaluable to be able to experience new cultures and enhance my collections with a fresh perspective.
What was the last thing you bought?
Probably shoes… or inspiration books to prepare for the next season’s collection.
What is your most treasured possession?
I love how jewelry makes you feel special. I lost one of the earrings but continued to wear the single earring every day. I’m also really attached to my sterling talon cuff. I have always felt that it represents a lot about who I am – bold, a little dark, but still feminine and dainty.
If your life could be a film, which would it be?
Something Western, I hope. I love The Holy Mountain by Alejandro Jodorowsky.
What makes you laugh?
Almost everything.
What makes you cry?
Not much- though dishonesty and cruelty are both things I have trouble coping with.
What’s on your iPod?
Wild Yaks, Neil Young. Royal Trux.
What sites do you visit everyday?
Into the Gloss, Who What Wear, Nowness. And of course I visit Vogue.com every day. I love Garance Dore and The ManRepeller. I also try to check out what’s going on in the art world and on music blogs…
Which question do you most dread being asked?
When are you going to have a baby? But my mom is the only one who asks me that.
