- Words and photography by Lia Crowe

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Favourite musician: Khalid.

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Favourite cocktail or wine: Old Fashioned.

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Favourite flower: Ranunculus.

Favourite city to visit: New York City.

Favourite hotel: The W.

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Fashion obsession: The perfect clutch.

Accessory you spend the most money on: Shoes.

Moisturizer: Sulwhasoo.

Must-have hair product: Living Proof shampoo and conditioner.

Beauty secret: Green smoothie, omega 3, bone broth and sleep.

Reading Material:

What do you read online for style: Vogue.

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