Caroline McCallister, Kansas City
WHY SHE’S A STYLEMAKER: The interior designer wears clothing that mimics her home décor. This means McCallister doesn’t only talk the talk, she walks the walk.
OUTFITTING THE PERSON AND THE HOME: Usually home decor follows runway fashion. But how often are people inspired enough by their interiors to dress in a similar style?
A case in point is McCallister’s wardrobe:
-The clear acrylic heels of her black suede Stuart Weitzman boots are reminiscent of the Lucite end tables in her living room.
-The geometric-patterned Tory Burch blouses she favors were inspired by the late, great designer David Hicks; the rug in McCallister’s dining room and the fabric on the accent pillows in her sunroom are also by David Hicks.
-McCallister often wears muted animal prints similar to her sofa’s throw pillows.
THE MORAL OF HER STORY: “These are all clean-lined designs that don’t have anything frilly or fussy about them,” McCallister says. “They’re stylish, but whether they’re used in clothing or in a room, they make you notice the person first.”
McCallister with her Stuart Weitzman boots and Lucite end table
Her love of David Hicks’ designs are evident in this Tory Burch blouse and Hicks accent pillow.
Crossover fashion/home design companies McCallister admires
Diane von Furstenberg
Hermes
Oscar de la Renta
Ralph Lauren
Rena Lange
