It was my job to create visual displays for a high end consignment store in Massachusetts for 5 years. What was of interest to me was the beauty in the positioning of fabrics, colors and textures? How the weave in a coat is interlaced with a vibrant pink patent leather thread. How a synthetic material such as PVC can be used to make a Burberry pocketbook. I would bring objects from my home to add intrigue to the displays.

A jar of buttons today, sitting on a shelf,

a large ceramic container with burnt orange hues

viridian vines and crimson red chrysanthemum flowers..

Making a decision to pair vintage Prada Shoes with a Chanel jacket,

The possibilities were endless.

The shop was visited by Iris Apfel the iconic textile and apparel guru of the 20th and 21st century. I did not have the pleasure to meet, her. It would have been a highlight in my career as a visual designer.

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