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Is this the first department-store retailer in the United States to sell your shoes?
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Yes, I’ve been waiting for BG, as it’s where I’ve always wanted to sell. Everyone said Bergdorf Goodman because when I came here I loved the feel of it. I didn’t go to anyone else.
The collection was inspired by Rio and a photo of your mother, the Brazilian model Andrea Della, dressed as Carmen Miranda. Where did that come from? I always have a pinup in each season and this season it is Carmen Miranda. My mother is from Rio, and I grew up in Rio visiting family, but I couldn’t do one collection on it so this is just a taste of Rio. I love that country — it’s just so big.
What textures and fabrics are in the fall collection?
Always leopard print and I could do a whole collection inspired by gothic architecture, but lots of velvet, paisley print, tapestry and funny accessories on the shoes.
What type of funny accessories?
I have a character on my shoes. Arlena Marshall from Dame Agatha Christie’s works. She was my starting point and pinup for this collection. She’s a fabulous heroine.
What are your plans after New York Fashion Week?
I’m going to Coachella and Los Angeles for the first time — I’m hoping to see Cold War Kids and Tiny Temper, and the sunshine. I haven’t seen the sun in almost a year. You can draw inspiration from anything. No matter where I go, I always keep that in mind.
Have you seen any street style or fashionable New Yorkers?
To be honest, I haven’t been out and about but I love seeing all the older ladies with their hats and their long furs and fur hats. It’s fantastic.
You recently introduced a bridal collection after getting married to Maxim Crewe. Are there plans to start a girl’s line of shoes if you have a daughter?
I already have a boy, so if I have a girl, I’d definitely do mini-me shoes.