Do you have a style icon you look to for sartorial inspiration?
"Dita von Teese! She's totally alluring, but she takes care in how she dresses and presents herself because it pleases her. That sort of self-possession and awareness is inspiring...plus, anyone who knows me well knows that I have a weakness for vintage and vintage-inspired looks."

What's one thing we'd never see you wearing?
"A toe ring, scrunchie, or anklet."

What gets the most rotation in your work wardrobe? What piece should every working girl own?
"I have no real rotation, though I do wear a fair amount of black. High-waisted, often A-line skirts with volume are great — or a slim pencil skirt. I don't do well without extremes. I think women who work in office environments should have a pair of black patent pumps in a heel height that is comfortable to them."

Thrifted silver earrings.