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Karla from Karla’s Closet :

How was your reaction when Coach asked you to design a bag?

I was so excited, I met them a long time ago and I was really happy to be a part of the project

How long was the whole process?

From November to January, it was intense but a lot of fun

Do you want to focus on design now?

Of course, I studied at FIDM and at first I wanted to focus on designing clothes but now I’m more interested in accessories.

What are your next projects?

Designing and also my online store

I also interviewed Karla here

Emily from Cupcakes and cashmere

How was your reaction when Coach asked you to design a bag?

I was beyond thrilled when I got an email from them. I met the team in September and I really like the branding and the whole company

How long was the whole process?

It took several months, back and forth. I wanted a cute and convenient bag because I carry a lot of stuff in my bag, just like a lot of women.

Do you want to focus on design now?

Yes, I’m open to opportunities

What are your next projects?

I’m working with different companies on lookbooks and more.

I interviewed Emily also here

Kelly Framel from the Glamourai

How was your reaction when Coach asked you to design a bag?

I was super excited for the opportunity to work with Coach, it’s a great company, I was really honored

Where did you get your inspiration?

It came from the far east and also an Asian influence. The bag is like a Chinese lantern with bone seam structure and a Chinese tassel.

Whats’ next?

I’ll continue to write and model for my blog and I would love to design another bag for Coach.

Krystal  Simpson From What is reality anyway

How was your reaction when Coach asked you to design a bag?

I was thrilled by this collaboration with Coach, because it’s such a big and well known accessories brand and they gave me full creative control.

What’s next?

I worked on a Rolling Stone reality show.  I also designed denim for Quicksilver which was sold at their downtown store.  I was a featured model in PaperPlanes Magazine and Nylon magazine, and I will be the main model of a designer lookbook soon. Then I continue to make music with my rock band.

Karla, of Karla’s Closet, recently cut her hair and is now sporting a pixie cut. This look was first made popular by Twiggy, and now many celebrities have cut their hair short, including Victoria Beckham. Loving the look on her, and funny enough, she seems to think it make her look like a boy, she recently tweeted: Today I am wearing a t-shirt and jeans..should I paint my nails to distinguish myself as a female ??

Resident street hero Karla, of Karla’s Closet,  has become famous for her creative styling choices and interesting ensembles. She’s usually seen wearing oversized blazers, fun patterned tops, and colorful accessories. We chatted with the fashion student about her future plans, love of pb&j, and goals of coming out to NYC.

What made you start the blog?

I was bored and had been obsessively bookmarking and reading a few blogs like Style Bubble and Face Hunter, so I figured I might as well start my own!

What is your favorite perk?

I’ve learned tons about social media and the fashion industry.

What is the best advice you can give someone who wants to start a fashion blog?

Blog about whatever your heart desires, try to build a readership by linking others and vice versa, and provide fresh content at least once or twice a week.

What are your future projects?

Have a couple in the works…

What is your typical day?

Normally I eat a peanut butter & jelly sandwich for breakfast, stare at my iMac computer screen for about an hour, and then some days I have class to attend and other days I have to go out and find new merchandise for the shop or ship items that were purchased.

Why did you choose FIDM?

I wasn’t looking to be a fashion designer, I was just really interested in the business aspect of the fashion industry and FIDM was the only school I knew that had an apparel manufacturing program.

You’re studying Apparel Manufacturing, are you planning a career in fashion? If so, what is your dream job?

Yes! I would love to own a manufacturing company one day… and a mexican restaurant too.

You have been deemed a ‘style blogger’. What sets you apart from the ‘others?‘

Perhaps the fact that I tend to say exactly what I’m thinking, but it’s not always a good thing! Honestly though, every blog is different from one another- whether it’s the writing style, photo formatting, etc.

Why did you cut your hair?

Had been contemplating it for some time so then one afternoon I googled photos of Anja Rubik and decided to take the plunge.

Any plans on moving out to NYC?

That would be amazing if I could! Maybe one day…

Where do you get the money to buy designer clothes?

I work.

Do you attend LA Fashion Week? Why haven’t we seen you at NY Fashion Week?

Never been to LA Fashion Week, but I went to NYFW last September for a few days…don’t think I could last a whole week though, too much fashion can become a bit overwhelming after awhile.

What would you change about yourself?

Wish I could learn to be more patient.

What is your favorite fragrance/perfume?

Yves Saint Lauren Parisienne perfume.

Pick 5 people, dead or alive, to have dinner with.

Jacqueline De Ribes, Idris Elba, Audrey Hepburn, Carrie Bradshaw, and Jesus.

Would you consider being photographed by Terry Richardson?

Haha!! Judging by what I’ve heard about him lately, probably not!

Tell us something we don’t know about you.

I don’t know how to cook, nor do I have the desire to learn.

Fashion enthusiasts Geri of Because I’m Addicted, Karla of Karla’s Closet, Krystal of What Is Reality Anyway? and The Stylish Wanderer (who prefers to remain unnamed) took runway trends and turned them into daily wearable ensembles.

Photographer: Justin Coit; Creative Director: Katherine Power; Style Director: Angela Fink; Assistant Style Director: Nikki Tavdi: Hair: Scott Cunha; Makeup: Anthony Nguyen; Models: Geri, Karla, Krystal, The Stylish Wanderer; Location courtesy of Room 106.

Karla decided to showcase a pair of amazing heels. We decided to share them with you. I’m only shocked that the shoes are Jessica Simpson!!!

LINKAGE: O’range you glad

Karla of Karla’s Closet totally rocks this peacocky feather-trimmed satin skirt from Twelve by Twelve. She keeps the subtle iridescent green the focus of the outfit by dressing in all black, which also helps the skirt maintain some sophistication despite the short length.