The Moms

I would always, and still do, look at furniture, clothing, accessories with a very critical eye and have an idea of how I could change it to make it my own.

I recently got engaged and I actually designed my engagement ring with my fiancé, Tim.  The best compliment is when people say “It’s so you”… it really does encompass my personality.  Very understated, but I love a hint of sophistication and edge.

I own a company called My Line Clothing. It is an umbrella company for all things fashion. It consists of a clothing line, My Line, design consulting, a trunk show business and personal shopping/styling division. My general motto is ‘basics with a twist’. It is the best way to design and to help others create an easy, yet stylish look for themselves.  I am lucky to work with my best friend from childhood.  Jessie and I went into business 4 years ago and have an amazing, well balanced partnership. I am most inspired when I am in a creative, eclectic environment like a flea market or vintage furniture shop. I love stumbling upon treasures.  It helps me figure out small details that I can use while designing clothes and creating my perfect nest for myself and my family.  I incorporated the Navajo textiles from a recent blanket find into the color story of my latest tees.

As a working mom, I make a tremendous effort to make my children my only priority when I am with them.  I put the cell phone down and don’t email, text, and make calls around them.  I want them to feel like they have my undivided attention.  Their father and I are divorced and since they spend half the time with him, I try to get my busy work done when they are with him or while they are in school.  I feel so lucky to do what I do and also have a flexible schedule that enables me to fully engage with them.

The hardest part of being a mom in my scenario is the back-and-forth. My kids are so lucky to have two parents that are fully committed to them and their well being in very aspect.  We co-parent very well together.  

But it breaks my heart every time they go to their dad’s. I miss them tremendously.  When they come back and I see their sweet little faces and how excited they are to see me – that’s the best feeling ever!  It’s taught me that every moment with them is precious and special and I see how fast they grow up. I try to enjoy each moment and phase – even the frustrating ones. I have a wonderful, soon-to-be step daughter, Tyler.  The three kids adore one another and I feel so blessed to have such a wonderful relationship with her.  You would think the three kids are biological brothers and sisters with the way they interact.  It feels complete when all of them are in the house.  I truly cherish those moments.  Kids: Ryder- age 6.5, Haven- age 5, and Tyler-13.

My mom is an interior designer in Los Angeles.  I grew up with a talented, successful working mother.  She owned a very well-known furniture and accessories store.  I would go on buying trips with her and loved watching what she would buy.  I would work in her store during the holiday season – helping with sales, wrapping gifts, etc. I loved that.  Some of my most fond childhood memories of the holidays were in her beautiful store.

I watched her balance it all.  People always ask where I got my entrepreneurial spirit, it’s definitely from her.

My mom and I, both working moms, manage to get together about once a week and do something fun with the kids.  They adore her.  As do I.  We are all very lucky to have one another.

I use ambre blends as my scent. I love a fresh, clean scent.  Perfumes are too strong for me.  I can’t leave the house without my moisturizer, sunscreen mascara, and aquaphor on my lips.  Then I’m good to go.  I am highly sensitive to chemicals and perfumes.  I use Aveeno body wash for the kids and Enjoy shampoo and conditioner.  It’s A 10 detangling spray is a must have for mine and my daughter’s long hair.  

I shop for the children mostly at H&M, Zara, Crewcuts, and Target.  I also love to shop for them when I travel.  I was in Paris a year ago and bought them the cutest clothes and accessories.  Haven would say “Where’s my Paris bikini”… and I would laugh… sounded so avant-guarde of my then 4-year old.

Ryder’s room is very vintage/industrial mixed with all of his little boy stuffs, trucks, cars and planes.  He’s such a boy!  He is pretty basic with his clothing.  He typically wears a grey tee shirt with black sweats, a hoodie and his Nikes.  He likes a uniform.  

6:30AM
Wake up and get kids ready, fed, and dressed. I like to do basics with a twist, so a typical outfit includes My Line cotton linen tank, JBrand black wax jeans, and Thakoon booties. 

7:10AM
Off to school.

8AM
Grab a green juice and get a work-out in.

9:30AM
Run across the hill to Curve, Intermix to pull jeans and great everyday basics. Stop by Barneys to check out shoe selection and pull any evening attire. Last, a little Anita Ko to grab diamond bangles and rings.

12:30PM
Head back to valley and pop into JCREW and ZARA for less expensive finds to throw in the mix.

1:15PM
Grab a quick lunch

1:30PM
Client last minute requested sequin skirt for New Years event.  Run to Neiman Marcus and Madison

2:45PM
Grab a snack for kids

3PM
School pick up

3:15PM
Haven soccer practice

4:15PM
Head home

4:45PM
Start homework with Ryder

5:15PM
Kids play and I make healthy dinner like quinoa and chicken or brown rice pasta with pesto.

6PM
Sit down as a family for dinner

6:45PM
Bath-time

7:15PM
Book

7:30PM
Lights out kiddos

8PM
I make school lunches and clean up

8:30PM
Tim and I catch up and hang out

10PM
Last emails get checked and responded to (if they are lucky) and lights out for me!