So This Is What I Wore // Get To Know

I recently reconnected with a high school friend, Kathryn Morrison, who has just joined the vast blogging community. She has just started her own fashion blog focusing on woman's wearable fashion. Check it out // here // and get to know her a little better below! Its a fun read!

What was the first thing you did this morning?
I got up and worked out. That was the start of my morning. Jillian Michaels… on mute with my Pandora blasted because I find her annoying sometimes. ;)

What do you wish to accomplish?
I want to accomplish being successful in whatever I do. Whether that is fashion someday or having a family. I just want to be great at whatever I set my hand to.

Describe one thing you have learned?
I get to choose how I feel about situations and how I respond to things. There are times when I'm like… “Wait I get to choose how this affects me and how I react.” I can choose to live and move on. Its great! Its empowering. It just hit me the other day.

When did you realize you were a fashionista?
It started a few years ago and I didn't really realize it till my mom and sister brought it up. People started commenting on things that were just natural to me and what I did. Whether it was my hair or nails of cloths. I realized maybe I did have knack for this kinda of thing.

Who or what inspires your current fashion?
Pinterest is a huge help! I’ve always been a fan of Audry Hepburn, so any time I can keep it classy like her I do. Carrie Bradshaw (aka Sara Jessica Parker from Sex in the City) is a big inspiration as well because she can do crazy fashion but also pulls it together to make it work. And its not cookie cutter fashion. Its unique. Any time I have the mindset of Carrie Bradshaw, someone comments that I look like her and I'm like “NAILED IT!”

What fashion trend are you embarrassed to have been a part of?
Lets see… Ok here is the list: -The feathers and the hair. I spent way to much money on that.
-My mom used to mach all us girls… that was embarrassing.
-I used to have a dress cover in neon fish… awkward.
-Stirrup pants. Nuf said.
-I also used to have a baby blue velour pant suit that was pretty hideous.

What is your go-to piece in your closet?
Men's button down lately. I like to try and class it up and make it feminine. All you ladies should try it.

When will we see your line of clothing? Because I know you sew like BAMF!
Ya know I haven't been sewing as much lately. It may be a while. After I get into the whole boutique thing and figure it out… but who knows. All the designing I’ve been doing lately has been wedding dresses. I think if I started a brand now it would be wedding dresses. Actually I would love to conquer the Mother of the bride dress. They are all the same awful dress, with the awful jacket and I hate it! Its horrible.

If your style was a beverage what would it be?
I would say an amaretto sour, because its a little classy and a has a little kick to it!

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Photography by Nicole Song and Kate Morrison.
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Veronica Mae // "Qualitarian"

Veronica Mae // a multidisciplinary designer, model, entrepreneur,  interior and fashion stylist based in St. Paul MN. She is a lifelong friend and this interview was so much fun to do! Please enjoy! Also make sure to check out our collaborative work on her new logo here!

What is the first thing you did this morning?   I opened my Bible. Then looked up at the draped fabric above my bed, which reminded me of sails on a ship. Then I wanted to be a pirate. I don't think I will ever grow up. It was like a hybrid Peter Pan moment.

What is a challenge that you have faced?   Perfectionism: being ok with being human, and knowing that I can’t do everything that my brain thinks of. I realize I need to do as much as I can with the time that I have. I wish I could do it all since I am inspired by everything all the time, but it just isn’t possible. In overcoming aspects of desiring perfection I’ve learned I need to embrace the parts of a process that aren't what I originally planned them to be, but are still essential to the final result.

Describe an accomplishment that you have achieved?   Immediately I thought of an accomplishment as something that the rest of world would view as an accomplishment. Like graduating from college, getting a degree in something that I have felt was part of my identity since I was little, or following through and starting a career in that field. BUT I think that the true accomplishment is less about the diploma I received and more about maintaining passion in my talents, which then translates into what is brought to the creative world, and what I can bring to the world creatively. Many can earn degrees but unless you have that passion, and a humble confidence, I don't think you can take as impactful of strides in the endeavors you pursue.

What do you wish to accomplish?   I strive to continue bringing things into the world that it has never seen. Whatever that means. Things that make people look twice and make them think about their perspective in life or lead them to perceive life in a different way.

Describe one thing you have learned?   Exploring as many ideas as possible and embracing variety in what you are seeking, is best. Don't limit your brain or your options based on what you know, or what is typically done. Results are always better when you get as much down as you can, and then refine from that.

You are a fiend at networking. How do you network, and why are you so successful?   The most impactful networking never takes place in the venues that I think it will. I try to keep an open mind and be aware of opportunities at all times. It’s not just at specific events, showrooms, galleries, or a design conference that I am seeking out new relationships. I explore and am open to meeting people while I'm at a coffee shop or waiting for the rail or in line at target. Being curious about other peoples’ stories gives me this edge because everyone knows someone, who knows someone, who knows the world.

If your creative work was edible what would it taste like?   I immediately thought of a mojito. I just had to include that. That’s what I immediately thought of even though that’s not food. ;)

I am a “qualitarian” when it comes to food so it would probably taste like what a fresh garden would. Everyone’s favorite in-season veggie and fruit is different, so my work should taste different to different viewers. That’s why it would be the whole garden.

…Or maybe it would just taste like garden mint. Why? Because mojitos.

Images Thanks to
Veronica Mae // brittany obee photography // Faith Lord Photograhy // Taylor Hall Obrien