The late, iconic designer, Kate Spade, stated that, “Playing dress up begins at age 5 and never truly ends.”  For wardrobe and home Stylist, Erin Donnelly Ferguson, this sentiment rings true.  Starting her career in San Francisco with the J. Crew dream team of Jenna Lyons and Mickey Drexler, and eventually packing up and starting a new life in a new country, Erin has never been one to shy away from an adventure.  Her entrepreneurial side gradually made its way to the forefront and “pre shrunk”, a kids consignment ecommerce store was born. A growing family and shifts in life then lead her to personal, editorial and runway styling, and just before the pandemic started, was set to teach her first styling course.   Erin is bold, bubbly and bright; she’s never afraid to give you her honest opinion, it doesn’t matter if she has known you 10 years or 10 minutes.  She has a discerning eye and can make you or your home look and feel like champagne, even if you are on a beer budget.  One thing’s for sure, whether she’s wearing high fashion or her favourite Gap jeans, Erin is always stylishly comfortable!

Some takeaways from this episode include:

• working your way up, paying your dues, and taking the opportunity to learn from those who are at the top of their game

• how a single step or venture can unexpectedly be the launching pad of several future projects

• how her life has pivoted and her perspective has changed following a family health journey with their youngest child

• finding her community both personally and professionally

• the value in taking the time to find your style and the confidence it can create

• Erin’s style icons, some tips for building and shopping your own closet, as well as where to spend and where to save when adding to your wardrobe

You can connect with Erin at @attentionto_detailyyc

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