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When it comes to cross-over stars, it's a territory of hits and misses. That reality-TV-character-turned-recording-artist-turned-sports-car designer? Um, we'll pass. However, some career hoppers are able to switch from one specialty to another without a hitch. Designer
L'Wren Scott
is one such example.
"Everything in life happens because you decide to do it and make it work. I loved being a stylist and designer for hire. I had been thinking about it for a long time … it was a scary thing to venture into — but you always have to try in life."
What was the point in your career when you realized that you were really on your way? When did you have an "I made it" moment?
"I don’t think I have had that moment yet. I never believe I have done it and made it. I just keep my head down and work. I am the person who always looks at things and thinks I can do better."
If you had to choose one, which piece from your current collection best represents you?
"It is hard not to always say my headmistress dress. I love this dress, and it evolves every season."
Photo: Courtesy of L'Wren Scott
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Aside from your own label, what designers could we find in your closet?
"Rick Owens, Lanvin, Prada, Rag & Bone jeans."
What does your everyday uniform look like?
"A slim, simple silhouette. I vary from a jean ‘rock 'n' roll’ look to a simple dress silhouette. Then I go into a week of only pencil skirts. It really depends on my mood."
Spill it: What's the one thing in your closet we would be shocked to find?
"My Hunter boots? I don’t know. Come and look, and tell me. I think my closet is pretty predictable."
What's the best piece of advice you have ever received? Who was it from?
"If you want something in life, you have to go and work for it. Don’t expect it to come and knock on your front door in Roy, Utah. Just go find it. This is the piece of advice my mother gave me when I was 16. I took it and left for Paris a year later."