At Home With Kia Marie

The innovative creator/stylist shares her thoughts on home and embracing your uniqueness...



How has your idea of "home" changed this year? How has it remained the same?

I’m an entrepreneur so home has been my office for a while now but this year, due to the pandemic, I’ve been home much more which made me more intentional with how I invest in my space. When you work from home it’s important to designate boundaries for work. I don’t work where I lounge and I don't relax where I work. Investing in a designated office space that is comfortable but also fosters creativity and focus is so essential.

3 things that you love most about home:

Location: NYC. Brooklyn, specifically, is the greatest place on earth.
The energy and hustle here is unmatched.
Space: My apartment is a little over 1300 square feet, which is rare for NYC.
My dog: 50 truly makes my home home.

Do you have a go-to outfit when you’re at home? If so, why do you love?

My go-to at home outfit is definitely a t-shirt and sweatpants -- comfy and versatile.

What do you love most about NY style?

NYC is the fashion capital of the world! I love the individuality here. Everybody is a trendsetter.
We also have all 4 seasons which allows you to switch up your style often. LA style? The weather allows for very carefree outfits.

How do you aim to promote individuality through styling?

The biggest thing is being authentic to what makes you you. Understanding how your lifestyle, personality, experiences, and interests play a huge role in your personal style so lean on that. For instance, I was an athlete growing up, which is part of the reason why I love sneakers so much.

Advice for feeling confident in your clothes:

Wear what makes you feel good.

Best styling trick you ever learned:

A red lip automatically elevates your entire look.

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