In 1995, I was an awkward, 15 year old tomboy who preferred the electronics section at Macy’s to the clothing. I wore a uniform to school and on weekends, much to my mother’s chagrin, I ran around in ill-fitting sweatpants and old tshirts. But my world changed during the infamous January ‘96 blizzard in Baltimore and the tri-state area. Trapped inside the house, I discovered the now defunct Style Network and consumed every delicious moment from fashion journalists Tim Blanks, Lauren Ezersky, and Jeanne Beker. I became obsessed with the designers and supermodels and photographers and learned about Haute Couture and pored over images of the embroidered work of Lesage. I formed strong opinions on New York versus Parisian versus Italian fashion (Versace and Moschino were everything but Chanel still reigned supreme) and begged my mother to take me shopping in New York City. 

Fast Forward through college and law school, a few stints at the local Nordstrom, and many credit card bills later (I would secretly cash my Savings Bonds to pay for Louis Vuitton ready to wear) and I made the decision to leave the family paper business to create my own fashion and art magazine. Lady Charlotte was my baby and biggest learning experience to date. I was devastated to end my venture but will never regret prioritizing taking care of my father when he got sick. 

In six years of living in Miami, I was fortunate to meet designers and artists and immerse myself even deeper into the world of high fashion. My incredible friends in luxury retail afforded me opportunities to attend shows and exlusive made to measure events. Now that I am back in Baltimore, my mission is to extend these same opportunities to my clients. 

xo, Elisa