What changes should a woman make to her wardrobe from her 30s into her 40s?
“From your 30s to your 40s, I think that clothes should be less overtly sexy. If your legs are slamming, then by all means wear a miniskirt, but then cover your décolleté.”

At age 40, do you think a woman has to think about stepping it back or stepping it up in terms of fashion? What advice do you give your clients?
“There are two ways of looking at it. One is: Wouldn’t you rather look amazing and fabulous? When you are dressed up, it gives you that air of authority and power and makes you hold yourself differently. We always look better when we are in a high heel. But, the other is: I actually think it makes you look younger to dress down in jeans and less makeup. There is something to be said for being a bit more casual.”

What designers love women as they age?
“Alber Elbaz, L’Wren Scott, Céline, Derek Lam, Michael Kors, and Donna Karan.”

Photographed by Christelle de Castro