Black is back

Attendees at the Fusion + Fashion show last month at Aria were asked to come wearing black.

November 15, 2012 at 5:15PM
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ERIC STENSBERG

40, editing supervisor

What are you wearing? Tom Ford eyeglasses, Cold Method blazer, Karl Lagerfeld shirt, Hermès silk scarf tie, Burberry pants, Red Wing Beckman boots.

Describe your style: Classic and understated, but with a twist.

What is your favorite iconic black ensemble? Audrey Hepburn's dress in "Breakfast at Tiffany's."

If the interior design of your home could be represented in an outfit, what would it look like? Worn lace-up black boots, slim gray flannel trousers, a white dress shirt under a camel cashmere V-neck, with a black and white dotted bow tie.

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COURTNEY LAVOIE

32, sales representative

What are you wearing? Tank from Target, Milly skirt from Nordstrom, J. Crew heels, Rebecca Minkoff purse from Saks Off 5th.

Describe your style: Bohemian chic.

If the interior design of your home could be represented in an outfit, what would it look like? Textural, masculine, simple natural fibers, layers.

What's your favorite local store? Arrow.

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ROSLYN ZUMBRUNNEN

40, interior designer

What are you wearing? T.J. Maxx booties and tank, Gap jeans, Forever 21 jacket.

Describe your style: Trying to balance creative and current while looking like a 40-year-old mother of two.

What is your favorite iconic black ensemble? Johnny Cash's black suit, circa "Ring of Fire."

If the interior design of your home could be represented in an outfit, what would it look like? Coco Chanel with a little Alexander McQueen.

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MICHELLE SIRIVONG

37, interior designer

What are you wearing? Armani Exchange dress, Sofft pumps, Coach purse.

Describe your style: Classic.

If the interior design of your home could be represented in an outfit, what would it look like? Sophisticated, alluring and romantic. Ruffles and lace with a plunging neckline.

What's your favorite local store? Nordstrom and Parc Boutique.

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