CLOSET THERAPY: April 2011

Dawn is one of those women you will never forget. Her love and respect for fashion is contagious. She has worked side by side with designers such as Marc Jacobs, Marchesa, Roberto Cavalli, Valentino, William Rast, DVF, creating cosmetic looks for runway shows. She has traveled all over the world and has an incredible eye for design. As a cosmetic executive, Dawn believes that make-up follows fashion. I couldn't agree more.

Occupation:

District Manager Bare Escentuals

What are your shopping secrets?

Reinvent your wardrobe every season. I am always interchanging pieces in and out. I buy something new, I pull something out. I buy timeless classic pieces that are higher end (designer). I also buy affordable trendy pieces that I know are just seasonal. I need to be o.k. with getting rid of things. I know trendy will be parted with at the end of the season.

Who would your ultimate fashion dream dinner guests be?

I can't pick only 5!

Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford, Karl Lagerfield, Schaip Elsa Schiaparelli, Coco Chanel, David LaChapelle, Halston, Dovima, Richard Avedon, Max Factor, Guy Bourdin, Fabien Baron, Helmut Newton, Cristobal Balenciago, Steven Meisel, Pat McGrath, Marc Jacobs, and last but not least Christian Louboutin.

Describe your style in 3 words:

Confident, edgy and evolving

How often do you edit your wardrobe?

Constantly

Who inspires you?

I would have to say Chloe Sevigny, Sarah Jessica Parker, Elizabeth Taylor, and Joan Jett. I know that sounds crazy but I love edgy, classic, trendy and Rock N Roll.

Fashion magazines you love?

Vogue

WWD

Elle

Harpers Bazaar

Paper

In Style is always a good read.

I am so excited to share with you my new baby...Closet Peek.

My goal is to showcase personal wardrobe and closets of amazing women.

I hope it will bring inspiration to you and your closets.

Enjoy!

Closet Peek: Bonnie Jones

I first met Bonnie while taking her Yoga class 5 years ago. Who knew that behind the yoga gear she was a vintage-clotheshorse-mad-over-shoes-queen-fashionista. There is a reason why we hit it off! Bonnie swears that when her dream walk in closet is ready, we will be the 1st to see it. For now, let us melt over her collection of swanky vintage and countless-to-die for pieces.

Please meet the beautiful Bonnie:

Occupation

I am thrilled to announce my new company: On Demand Workout (ODW). ODW offers private and semi-private custom workouts, group fitness, and massage to a discerning clientele. Our product is a made-to-order fitness experience incorporating virtually any mind-body or sports discipline the client specifies. ODW is for anyone who only wants the best and is ideal for the active traveler who wants to continue their regimen while away from home. In addition, ODW has partnered with select mind-body providers to produce master classes based on new and exciting fitness trends. And, of course, I’m still teaching my yoga classes and working with clients privately. Things are busy and exciting...just the way I like it!

What are your shopping secrets?

I love to mix it up, everything from couture and vintage to budget conscious pieces. One of my favorite past times is shopping online. You can take your time, peruse and meander from site to site. It’s so relaxing and, for me anyway, somewhat meditative. But when I do venture out to shop, the first place I go is Dreamgirls in Ocean Beach. I love that place! For spring and summer frocks at great prices you cannot go wrong! Pair one of those cute summer dresses up with a vintage bag and sexy Louboutins ...and voila you've got yourself a knockout outfit!

Who would your 5 ultimate fashion dream dinner guests be?
TOM FORD
SIMON DOONAN
ANDRE LEON TALLEY
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN
CHRISTIAN SIRIANO

Describe your style in 3 words:

Chameleon

Uninhibited

Bold