Location: The Houstonian
Today we welcome Lisa Aaronson to this week’s Woman Crush! Lisa is an aspiring clothing designer who previously worked as the Fashion Director at Saks Fifth Avenue and currently balances being the “CEO of the Aaronson Household” with taking fashion classes. Read on to learn more about Lisa’s approach to fashion and beauty, and her take on where to get the best cookies in Houston!
Care to Share? You're:
Over 50
Where did you grow up?
Chicago, Illinois and then moved to Dallas when I was 15.
If you were stranded on a desert island, what three beauty products would you like to have with you?
Contacts, Lubriderm and Nars Lip Pencil.
Who or what has been the biggest influence on your personal style?
The biggest influence on my personal style was working in the fashion business in all aspects. When I was Fashion Director at Saks Fifth Avenue, I acquired my taste for designer clothing and handbags. Jackie O was also my favorite fashion icon.
What is your favorite indulgence?
Watching the Housewives of Beverly Hills.
What's the best piece of advice you've ever been given?
Be persistent and always write a thank you note!
What's on your plate? (Future projects, travel plans, etc.)
I am currently taking a fashion class at HCC and designing a small evening wear collection. I have several trips planned this Spring: Carmel, California, Chicago, LA, and Ashland, Oregon to visit my son at school before he graduates.
How do you spend your down time?
Designing and sewing, playing Mahjong, meeting with the Investment Club, Sudoku freak!!!
Tell us three of your health/beauty tips.
Yoga/Pilates/Barre Classes at the Houstonian and Define- They’ve changed my life! Keratin Hair Straightener- it’s also changed my mood. La Prairie creams.
What are three things you can’t live without? (Besides God, family, and friends.)
It is hard for me to pick just 3 things that I can’t live without because I am a big pack rat and carry lots of stuff with me wherever I go. But if I have to pick 3, I would say…. a great handbag, chocolate and a Vogue magazine.
Do you have any irrational fears?
I am a very superstitious flyer, so I have to always wear the same outfit whenever I fly.
What is your favorite vacation spot?
Aspen, Colorado; New York and LA for shopping.
If you weren’t in your present occupation, what would you dream of doing?
I would be an actress!
What books or movies have you loved recently?
The Book Thief and The Dallas Buyers Club were great movies! Books: I am currently reading Still Alice, which is an eyeopener.
Tell us something humorous about yourself.
It’s all humorous! I am always laughing at myself.
Love the sheath dress . The lace tunic is FABULOUS! I wish Lisa the best of luck in her endeavors so we can see more her lovely creations out there on a runway!
Loved reading the factoids about Lisa and I learned something new (an actress). I adore her fashion sense and Lisa looks totally fabulous in these photos. She is truly fabulous inside and out.
Lisa looks gorgeous in all her outfits!
I absolutely love her lace tunic and evening pants!!!
I can’t wait to buy her designs…
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