What are your favorite Aldo office traditions?
"We have a cabin in Vermont. We all go down and spend three days, just cruising around and having fun doing different actives, like we'll have four different teams have a competition for who makes the best apple pie."

As a man, how do you approach the creative direction for a women's shoes and accessories collection?
I'm very detail oriented and I have a keen fascination and love for women. And I pay attention. I was able to buy clothes for my girlfriends when I was younger because of it. I like the romance and the story telling that goes along with dressing and styling. I also love the idea that somebody can wear something and it makes her feel a certain way that ultimately affects her behavior. That's the part that fascinates me most for men and women."