Style star: Cynthia Duquin

For the Minnesota Star Tribune
November 30, 2011 at 9:31PM
Cynthia Duquin
Cynthia Duquin (Ellen Dahl Lawson/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

Interior decorator, 53Seen at: The Christopher Straub fashion at the Westin hotel in Edina.

What are you wearing? Sheer vintage dress from Allee MetroChic, Michael Kors leather jacket, weathered boots from Buckle MOA, necklace from Elite Repeat.

Describe your style: Classic underpinnings with a surprise on top.

What are your tips for holiday party dressing? More is more during the holidays. Don't edit yourself. Put sparkle on your eyelids. Slick your hair back with sequined headbands. Put bracelets on both wrists. And wear those crazy high-heeled pumps. All of this best paired with simple classics like a black turtleneck and bell-bottom jeans.

Who are your favorite local designers? Our local hero Christopher Straub, of course. If I were to ever get married again, I would wear Joynoelle. Anne Kramer and Jessika Madison Kennedy have a quirky and fresh approach to fashion. Both infuse their pieces with little surprises.

What's your No. 1 temptation this time of year? Eggnog and coats. Can't get enough of either.

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