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  1. Wednesday 18 January 2012
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    stylemint: Katherine Power is the co-founder and Creative Director of the online fashion magazine, WhoWhatWear, her personal style is sophisticated, sharp and edgy, while favoring a mixture of classic American and tough Parisian accents. 1.    What is your favorite trend this season? I love all of the scarf-print shirts like this one from Balmain. As well as all of the floral print-on-prints (a la Celine) <See above!>2.    What is your go to staple item? My go-to staples are my Simone leather jackets (I’ve got about 7 different colors and styles), Jeans by the Row or various Isabel Marant pants (they are so comfortable, most have an elastic waist), Celine Sunglasses, Ts from StyleMint, and J.crew sweaters. 3.    Spring is just a few months away, what are the trends you are most excited for? I love all of the shoes with high ankle straps like this one from Altuzzara—It’s such a classic, sexy style. I’m happy to see so many of them. There are also a ton of cute mules and bright, strappy sandals. I also love all the white minimalist looks (Jenni Kayne, Celine), as well as many of the super-cool pastel colored suits (Givenchy, Preen) I love a full suit in a great color!4.    Where do you draw inspiration from when you are styling? When I’m styling myself, I take a lot of inspiration from the ‘90s. I love the minimalism and the masculinity. While styling the StyleMint looks I thought a lot about the Who What Wear Girl. She’s a mix of high and low, trendy and classic, and is daring enough to try new things on a regular basis.5.    What piece of fashion advice do you live by? Who gave it to you? An of-the-moment accessory (like a great pair of sunglasses, a new bag, or a chic pair of shoes) can instantly turn your every-day basics into a stylish, pulled-together look. Don’t be afraid to splurge on these items every once in a while, even if they seem a bit trendy.6.    What is the best advice you can offer those that want to break into the fashion industry? Nothing is more important than interning. Whether you try several different companies to figure out what you want to do, or stick with one you love for a long time, this will put you ahead of the curve when it comes to looking for a job. Just being in the environment and learning from everyone around you is invaluable, plus you’ll be meeting new people everyday and relationships go a long way in this industry. Whatever internship you take, commit to it, give it 100%, and make sure you strive to be the best intern the company has ever had.

    stylemint:


    Katherine Power     is the co-founder and Creative Director of the online fashion magazine, WhoWhatWear, her personal style is sophisticated, sharp and edgy, while favoring a mixture of classic American and tough Parisian accents.

    1.    What is your favorite trend this season?

    I love all of the scarf-print shirts like this one from Balmain. As well as all of the floral print-on-prints (a la Celine) <See above!>

    2.    What is your go to staple item?

    My go-to staples are my Simone leather jackets (I’ve got about 7 different colors and styles), Jeans by the Row or various Isabel Marant pants (they are so comfortable, most have an elastic waist), Celine Sunglasses, Ts from StyleMint, and J.crew sweaters.

    3.    Spring is just a few months away, what are the trends you are most excited for?

    I love all of the shoes with high ankle straps like this one from Altuzzara—It’s such a classic, sexy style. I’m happy to see so many of them. There are also a ton of cute mules and bright, strappy sandals. I also love all the white minimalist looks (Jenni Kayne, Celine), as well as many of the super-cool pastel colored suits (Givenchy, Preen) I love a full suit in a great color!

    4.    Where do you draw inspiration from when you are styling?

    When I’m styling myself, I take a lot of inspiration from the ‘90s. I love the minimalism and the masculinity. While styling the StyleMint looks I thought a lot about the Who What Wear Girl. She’s a mix of high and low, trendy and classic, and is daring enough to try new things on a regular basis.

    5.    What piece of fashion advice do you live by? Who gave it to you?

    An of-the-moment accessory (like a great pair of sunglasses, a new bag, or a chic pair of shoes) can instantly turn your every-day basics into a stylish, pulled-together look. Don’t be afraid to splurge on these items every once in a while, even if they seem a bit trendy.

    6.    What is the best advice you can offer those that want to break into the fashion industry?

    Nothing is more important than interning. Whether you try several different companies to figure out what you want to do, or stick with one you love for a long time, this will put you ahead of the curve when it comes to looking for a job. Just being in the environment and learning from everyone around you is invaluable, plus you’ll be meeting new people everyday and relationships go a long way in this industry. Whatever internship you take, commit to it, give it 100%, and make sure you strive to be the best intern the company has ever had.