Yes, she is a stylist who does event-focused work like dressing people for galas, or celebrities for the red carpet. Scarlet is quick to break down misconceptions about who she works with. Whether it’s Steve Jobs’ black turtleneck, Tina Turner’s sequin soaked short dresses (LEGS!), or Aunt Celeste’s sweater that was passed down with her scent and elbow impression still present. No matter what our take on it is, it says something about us. She had big hips like me, but she rocked that look even though ‘the rules’ say you aren’t supposed to wear pleats with wider hips.” She goes on to say, “I think the shoulds… take the fun out of dressing.”Ĭlothing is personal, superstitious, imbued with meaning, cultural, and a uniform. “I’ve seen pictures of her in really high-waisted pants with pleats. Even though she passed when Scarlet was just eleven, it’s clear she had a big sparkly influence.Ī few years ago Scarlet was invited to a Meier & Frank reunion and got to hear all manner of praise from Lois’s co-workers, including that she managed the “cool kids clothing department.” She recounts treasured memories of playing dress up in her mother’s fantastic closet. No surprise at all when I learn that she is both a former doula and massage therapist, who comes from styling lineage - her mother, Lois Lily, was a buyer for Meier & Frank in Portland. Even though I may have left behind a rather large wardrobe pile of changes before I met up with her, that pre-interview flurry melts away with her comfortable and familiar air. Her engaged presence acts as a muscle relaxant. Scarlet carries herself with a bright sunny ease. We plunk down on the picnic table benches across from each other with our whiskey shots.
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