My Style: Indira Cesarine
Photo: Courtesy of Indira Cesarine
How do you select your clothing every morning?
Summer = little black dress with sandals. Winter = little black dress with tights.
Please describe your style in three words.
Chic, uncomplicated, sexy.
What is the biggest mistake one can make when getting dressed?
Getting over-dressed.
Do you believe in role models?
Absolutely!
What are your favourite fabrics?
Silk and cashmere.
Are there any style combinations that you object to?
Anything goes as long as you can wear it confidently!
Which city has the best-dressed women?
New York.
Would you say that you are conservative or bold?
Halfway between the two.
What are the rules, if any, in the way you dress?
Keep it effortless!
Celebrities and style...
Style should be about you, not your favourite celebrity.
One garment/accessory that you can never have enough of?
Little black dresses.
A woman should always look like...
Herself.
Who taught you what you know about style?
Working in fashion since the age of seventeen.
What is your biggest regret?
Selling my Alexander McQueen Haute Couture dresses when I was moving — for just $75.00 each!
The three essential things a woman should know about style are...
The best cut for her body, the best colour for her skin tone, and always wear what she is comfortable in!
Do you have any shopping rituals?
Sales!
We will never see you wearing...
Flats (except for flip-flops).
Which new designers do you follow and why?
Louise Grey — love her originality, Craig Lawrence — love the femininity of his knits, Corrie Nielsen — love the drama and elegance.
Who is the most stylish person you have ever seen?
Daphne Guinness.
What is the first thing you notice on a woman?
Her confidence.
What are the most treasured items in your wardrobe?
My favourite black Roland Mouret dress.
Which designer never fails to impress you?
Viktor & Rolf.
One article of clothing that a woman needs to pay close attention to is...
Her shoes.
Is comfort an enemy of style?
No way!
Who would you like to see next in My Style?
Louise Grey.
The best words of advice you have ever heard?
Be yourself.
