Kristen Lee, creative director and head buyer of TenOverSix, and her son, Jackson Cole

What's the most surprising thing you've discovered about yourself since becoming a mother?
"I'm stronger than I thought."

How has your style changed since you've had kids?
"I've tried to be disciplined about my style since having a baby, as it seems like a slippery slope into comfy mommy-hood! I'm certainly more utilitarian on days, and I've been forced to embrace imperfection more and more (uh, look at my roots!). I also love to wear more flowy, silky, and loose pants now, and I have to wear less aggressive (i.e. dangerous) jewelry for sure."

What's the best advice you've ever gotten from your mother?
"Do what makes you happy."

Photo: Courtesy of Lisa Cole