Initially known for its handbags (unusually shaped and made of leather), Collina Strada has, in six short years, managed to fashion a luxurious line of eco-conscious handbags. After catching the attention of Target and Urban Outfitters, for which she created exclusive pieces, CS designer Hillary Taymour turned her attention to clothing, producing a collection of timeless pieces that are anything but basic: think bold kaleidoscope prints, leather jumpers and bags that resemble accordions. On the eve of her show, we sat down with the SoCal native, who now calls Williamsburg home, to discuss the brand's inspiration, her transition into clothes design and where she sits on the NYC vs. LA spectrum.
