SOPHISTICATED WITH A DASH OF SWAGGER—THESE LOCAL TRENDSETTERS PROVE THAT STYLE IS INDEED A STATE OF MIND.
Tinsley Merrill Paul photographed by Kathy Tran for Modern Luxury, on-site at Hôtel Swexan.
Support HerStory, CEO
Tinsley Merrill Paul has been campaigning for a cause near and dear to her heart for as long as she can remember. “I started traveling to Uganda, Africa, at the age of 14 to work with women in Jinga every summer who were working every day to create a brighter future for their children to provide them with food, shelter and education,” shares Paul. “All my experiences have led me to my true passion for working with ethical women-led companies and helping them collaborate and grow. A rising tide lifts all ships, and I want HerStory to be that tide for our brands.”
Clockwise from top: Sleeper party pajamas, thesleeper.com; Corazón Playero assortment of hats, corazonplayero.com; Jo Malone Fig & Lotus Flower cologne, jomalone.com; Westman Atelier Lit Up highlight stick, westman-atelier.com.
WAKE-UP TIME: I wish I were the girl that wakes up at 5 a.m. and heads to yoga, but I live in my Sleeper buff on-down PJs until at least 8...
MY MOST CHERISHED ACCESSORY: My La Palma hat by Corazon Playero! I have purchased so many Corazon hats on HerStory that we now have a dedicated hat wall in our study. My husband doesn't know it's slowly growing into the living room.
BEAUTY STAPLE: P50 toner, Trish McEvoy tinted moisturizer & brow gel. The Westman Atelier Lit Up highlight stick is slowly becoming a daily necessity.
CURRENT OBSESSION: Facials! I started getting them before my wedding and haven't stopped since! A facial at Joanna Czech can change your le and your skin. Try the hour-and-a-half facial, and you feel like a glazed doughnut for days.
ULTIMATE FASHION SPLURGE: My Chanel vintage jacket. I went back to the store 10 times before I finally decided it had to be mine. I have never been a tweed person, but I feel like Coco when I put on the blue tweed design with high-waisted white linen pants.
SIGNATURE SCENT: Jo Malone London - Fig & Lotus Flower
BEST ADVICE: Do what you love, and you will never work a day. Know your purpose, and you'll never stop loving what you do.
THEME SONG TO YOUR LIFE: Taylor Swit's discography...
LAST MEAL ON EARTH: R&D Crunchy Thai Tuna Sushi Roll with a bowl of Fries
BEDTIME: Cuddled up with my Bernedoodle Brisket with a face mask finishing up emails before I go to bed. I leave my most creative work for the end of the night as something to look forward to.
Munisa Khuramova photographed by Kathy Tran for Modern Luxury, on-site at Hôtel Swexan.
Fashion designer and founder of Munelle De Vie
“My career journey has been nothing short of thrilling. I take immense pride in crafting garments that embody artistry and elegance,” shares Munisa Khuramova. This designer is soaring to new heights after being awarded the “Rising Star Award” for Fashion Group International of Dallas. “From pattern making to the final design, I pour my heart and soul into creating bespoke pieces for my valued clients. The process involves meticulously sourcing the finest materials, ensuring every creation exudes timeless beauty and exquisite craftsmanship.”
Old fashioned is Khuramova’s sip of choice. PHOTO COURTESY OF BRANDS
Prada Eternal Gold necklace in pink gold with mini triangle pendant, prada.com; Maison Margiela Tabi ballerina flats, maisonmargiela.com. PHOTOS COURTESY OF BRANDS
WAKE-UP TIME: 7:30 a.m.
STYLE CRUSH: LVMH, the House of DIOR, Demna of Balenciaga, Channel, Conde Nast, the most recent Karl Lagerfeld retrospective at the Metropolitan Museum.
GO-TO SHOE: Margiela
MY AESTHETIC: I am as comfortable to wear a baggy Balenciaga during the day as I am reinventing the vintage Channel dress.
BEAUTY STAPLE: Sunscreen
CURRENT OBSESSION: New York Fashion Week
ULTIMATE FASHION SPLURGE: Prada
YOU CAN NEVER HAVE ENOUGH: Music
SIGNATURE SCENT: Cartier L'heure Diaphane.
BEST ADVICE: Be yourself and don't apologize for it.
THEME SONG TO YOUR LIFE: “Perfect Blue" by Elle Valenci and Lecomte de Bregeot
LAST MEAL ON EARTH: My mother's homemade meal, but make it fabulous with a crystal champagne flute of “Veuve Clicquot".
SIGNATURE SIP: Capuccino from Starbucks.
BEDSIDE READING: Michelle Obama, The Light We Carry
Noel Pittman photographed by Kathy Tran for Modern Luxury, on-site at Hôtel Swexan.
Interior designer
“I started my career in fashion after college. A few years later, I recognized my passion for interiors and returned to school for my master’s degree at Pratt,” notes Noel Pittman of her professional path. “I now work in residential interior design and feel so lucky every day that I get to do what I love.” Having recently showcased her work in the prestigious Kips Bay Decorator Show House in Dallas, this impressive femme is just getting started. Set to open the doors to her storefront on Lovers Lane later this month (wink-wink near José) and has her first international project in the works.
Clockwise from top left : Westman Atelier blush stick, westman-atelier.com; Sana Jardin Berber Blonde eau de parfum, us.sanajardin.com; K.Jacques assortment of sandals, kjacques.fr/en. PHOTOS COURTESY OF BRANDS
WAKE-UP TIME: 6:45 a.m.
FASHION PHILOSOPHY: Wear what makes you feel good
MY AESTHETIC: Classic with a nod to the '70s
STYLE CRUSH: Jane Birkin
MY MOST CHERISHED ACCESSORY: A Kieselstein Cord ring my mom gave me
WHAT'S IN MY BAG AT ALL TIMES: Chapstick
GO-TO SHOE: K. Jacques
BEAUTY STAPLE: Westman Atelier cream blush
CURRENT OBSESSION: Scandinavian street style
ULTIMATE FASHION SPLURGE: A Saint Laurent tux
YOU CAN NEVER HAVE ENOUGH: Black dresses
SIGNATURE SCENT: Sana Jardin Berber Blonde
BEST ADVICE: Wear sunscreen
CURRENTLY STREAMING... Arrested Development (again)
THEME SONG TO YOUR LIFE: “Gone Country" by Alan Jackson
LAST MEAL ON EARTH: Baguefle with butter
BEDSIDE READING: Philip Roth, The Human Stain
BEDTIME: 11 p.m.
Leigh Anne Clark photographed by Elizabeth Lavin.
Philanthropist and fashion fanatic
Recently having touched down in Dallas, Leigh Anne Clark has quickly found herself on the scene—and busy as ever. As a mom of two boys and currently remodeling the Clark family’s new home, this powerhouse is constantly on the move. Hot o the heels of co-chairing Dallas Museum of Art’s blockbuster bash, Art Ball, Clark is taking the year to focus more on smaller, more intimate gatherings celebrating local and emerging brands to throw her efforts toward.
WAKE-UP TIME: 6:15(ish) a.m.
FASHION PHILOSOPHY: Timelessly classic, but always with a twist
STYLE CRUSH: It's a locked tie between J.Lo and Lauren Santo Domingo—completely different but completely authentic
MY MOST CHERISHED ACCESSORY: My wedding rings
MY UNIFORM: A chic blazer always, a colorful bag, chunky gold bangles and killer heels
WHAT'S IN MY BAG AT ALL TIMES: A Clear Quartz crystal from Sage and Salt
GO-TO SHOE: Valentino Tan-Go Platforms
BEAUTY STAPLE: Yves St Laurent Faux Cils Mascara, but I'm a product junkie, so this category is tough!
ULTIMATE FASHION SPLURGE: Hermes maffle crocodile Birkin
YOU CAN NEVER HAVE ENOUGH: Shoes! SIGNATURE SCENT: For Fall/Winter Baccarat Rouge
BEST ADVICE: Find joy in the moment, treasure the simple things and be present!
LAST MEAL ON EARTH: The Polo Burger or Reuben from Polo Bar
SIGNATURE SIP: Woodford Reserve Bourbon with a twist
BEDSIDE READING: Goldie by Goldie Hawn
BEDTIME: 10:30(ish) p.m.
From top: Assortment of crystal palm stones from Sage & Salt, sageandsalt.com; Valentino Garavani Tan-Go platform ankle boots, valentino.com; Maison Francis Kurkdjian Paris Baccarat Rouge 540 eau de parfum, franciskurkdjian.com. PHOTOS COURTESY OF BRANDS
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