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What are the three essential items in your wardrobe? A Marine Serre miniskirt made from upcycled towels, a vintage Chanel CC necklace with a cross, and a Linda Jackson hand-knitted jumper from the ’70s.

Any go-to jewellery? I love a statement earring.

Can you remember a favourite outfit you wore as a child? A pair of silky Esprit watercolour shorts when I was in primary school. In my teens, I was really into upcycling from op shops – vintage nighties cut into skirts and making stuff out of ties. It’s kind of what we do now.

What was your first fashion moment? In high school I made a “cloud” dress out of weird fabric for an art competition, but I sewed my finger and was like, OK, I’m being a bit ambitious.

And your worst fashion mistake? I like mistakes. Obviously, I was into it at the time, so carpe diem.

What’s on your fashion wish list? I’m always coveting opals, vintage Chanel pieces and vintage YSL jewellery.

Is there something you’d never wear? I feel kind of neutral towards activewear.

Is there a current trend you like? I like high-low fashion, such as denim with something expensive. Chloë Sevigny does it well.

What shoes do you wear most often? I walk everywhere, so my Nike “Space Hippies” or “TN” sneakers.

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Who’s your favourite fashion icon? I love Anna Piaggi’s super-eclectic style and her appreciation of creativity.

What do you wear on a typical working day? A big shirt with a miniskirt and sneakers.

What’s your favourite off-duty, casual Sunday look? I’m pretty casual in vintage bootleg jeans and a tee, but I’ll jazz it up with jewellery and lipstick – M.A.C “Lady Danger” is my favourite.

Romance Was Born celebrates 20 years with a Vivid Sydney installation from May 23 to June 14.

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