Art of Style

The Insta Follow: Erika Boldrin

Strong shapes in classic colors form the foundations of Boldrin’s day-to-day wardrobe

If the French are renowned for nailing nonchalant cool, Italians own the ability to carry off statement dressing. Milanese fashion blogger ERIKA BOLDRIN is a prime example: directional silhouettes and utilitarian tailoring softened with note-perfect feminine accents. She told us how she does it

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What is your style mantra?

“Have fun, wear whatever you like and always be comfortable.”

Who are your fashion icons?

“I don't have specific fashion icons, but I’m inspired by a lot of influencers; stylists and editors such as Giovanna Battaglia Engelbert, Leandra Medine of Man Repeller, Evangelie Smyrniotaki of Style Heroine, Vanessa Hong of The Haute Pursuit and Shini Park of Park & Cube.”

From left: Vanessa Hong, Giovanna Battaglia Engelbert and Leandra Medine are among Boldrin’s style influences

Who are your favorite designers?

“Valentino – I love how it evolves every season.”

Boldrin takes a pair of sunglasses in her handbag wherever she goes
Boldrin on vacation in Hawaii (left) and Ubud (right)

What are your beauty essentials?

“For my face, 111Skin Rose Gold Brightening Facial Treatment Mask, MZ Skin Hydra-Bright Golden Eye Treatment Mask, Aesop Anti-Oxidant Serum and Hourglass Brow Gel. And for my hair, an Aesop shampoo, OUAI treatment masque, and Bumble & Bumble Styling Cream.”

The style star’s Balenciaga ‘Knife’ boots are a key piece in her closet

What’s the most treasured piece in your wardrobe?

“My engagement ring. My husband surprised me with it three years ago one afternoon in Central Park during New York Fashion Week.”

What’s always in your handbag?

“My phone, passport, lip balm, Aesop hand balm and sunglasses.”

Which pieces in your wardrobe get the most mileage?

“Jeans, sweaters and good shoes are the key elements of my wardrobe. Right now, I really love anything from Off-White, Vetements and Balenciaga.”

Boldrin often travels to New York, London, Milan and Paris for Fashion Month each season

What’s on your new-season wishlist?

“The Row’s Ascot tote in powder-blue satin, Burberry’s checked gabardine trench coat and a leather scrunchie by Balenciaga.”

Follow Erika on Instagram here.

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