Nina Garcia
Nina Garcia
Ninotchka "Nina" García is a Colombian fashion journalist and critic who has held the post of Fashion Director at Elle and Marie Claire magazines, and has been a judge on the Lifetime reality television program Project Runway since its premiere season...
NationalityColombian
ProfessionJournalist
Date of Birth3 May 1956
CityBarranquilla, Colombia
CountryColombia
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I firmly believe that 90 percent of the confusion that women feel when they are attempting to put together an occasion-specific ensemble is caused by fear: fear of breaking the 'fashion rules,' fear of violating some long-forgotten tradition, or the basic fear of looking bad.
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Always make sure your jewelry isn't taking over you or your ensemble and keep everything in proportion to your frame
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It's refreshing to see a woman who can artfully weave her individuality into an otherwise safe ensemble.
I've always spoken my mind. There's no reason not to!
I've always been opinionated, unfortunately, to my mother's disappointment.
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I'm all about the high heel; I think it's the sexiest accessory ever made, including lingerie.
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Serving jury duty is a fascinating little slice of life, with its motley crew of personalities.
Fashion is just an interpretation of the culture around us.
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I think my Latino culture has equipped me with a different point of view than the rest of my counterparts, and seeing things from a different angle has helped me a lot. I feel very proud of my culture, of my Latino heritage.
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One of the most magical places on Earth is a small island in the Caribbean called Mustique. With brilliant beaches, warm water, and lush vegetation, this tiny green swath of land is my idea of paradise.
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Fashion is an expression of a time, of a place, of history. It's putting things into context.
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If my closet were burning, it'd be my collection of jackets I would save - they always make me feel pulled-together.
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After assessing what's in your closet, make a list of what you need. Not want, but need. Write down the basics missing from your wardrobe. It could be a classic white shirt, a trenchcoat, or the perfect little black dress. Whatever the blank spots, write them down. This will be your reference for shopping.
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I'm really looking to reach any woman who's interested in refining and embracing her personal style.