Meg Biram, artist
Excited To Wear: “Nylah” printed jumpsuit by CLEOBELLA
“I got this at Indigo Octopus in Bethesda, and it’s perfect for fall. I love that a jumpsuit is an all-in-one outfit. I don’t have to worry if two pieces are clean and if they go together—I love the ease. The fabric is light and comfortable, and it travels really well. A busy pattern helps camouflage any wrinkles.”
Kenneth Baker
Co–Regional managing principal, Gensler
Excited To Wear: Giorgio Armani jacket
“I’m a big fan of this particular couturier, and I have a personal shopper at Armani that sends me articles on consignment. I love the creativity of Giorgio Armani. The fabric color is in keeping with the Armani brand, and the design is distinctive, progressive, playful, and sophisticated. This jacket coordinates with so many other Armani items, not only from this year’s runway but from previous year’s offerings. It is very versatile. I’m a designer, and the jacket speaks to my design sense and style.”
Tamika Tremaglio
Greater Washington managing principal, Deloitte
Excited To Wear: “Galaxia” gold evening sandals by René Caovilla
“I bought these shoes for my 50th-birthday party, which never happened. I haven’t really worn heels in the last 18 months—I am most excited about the opportunity to wear these in my now 51st year.”
Barnette Holston
DCFashion Fool blogger; business analyst, National Cooperative Bank
Excited To Wear: Alexander Mcqueen “Inkblot” V-Neck sweater
“I love how this classic cricket sweater has some edginess with the abstract pattern. I’ll wear this with some bold plaid pants and maybe a bow tie.”
Holly Pan
Fashion stylist; digital creator, Petite Flower Presents
Excited To Wear: Mach & Mach blue satin pumps with crystal bows
“I preordered them last year and got these beauties earlier this year—with, of course, no occasion to wear them. Yet.”
Anchyi Wei
Mrs. DC America 2021; stylist; photographer; content creator
Excited To Wear: Crystal cupchain hairpiece by area
“This hairpiece, a vintage Oscar de la Renta lace top, silver Gucci platform shoes, and a couple sequin items—I’m looking forward to more opportunities to dress up again, fabulously. ”
Barbara Martin
CO-CEO/Cofounder, The Brand Guild
Excited To Wear: Balenciaga B bag
“I saw it in a two-page spread in W magazine and ordered it on the spot. Every fall, I break it out of its velvet bag. For me, it signals the beginning of our events season. So this year, it really does.”
Mera Anwar
Founder and fashion designer, Miri
Excited To Wear: Marchesa’s “sequin dot texture” gown
“What’s great about this dress [which I wore to my sister’s wedding in July] is that it’s timeless: the silhouette, color, and fabric. I try to buy classic pieces so I can rewear them years from now.”
Vinoda Basnayake
Principal, Versus Equity; Partner, Nelson Mullins
Excited To Wear: Custom sneakers
“Before the pandemic, I had this DC artist, Randi Kontner, make a custom pair of Air Force Ones with the DC skyline. I wanted to rep DC fashion and art whenever I travel but haven’t gotten the chance!”
Photographs of others courtesy of retailers.
This article appears in the September 2021 issue of Washingtonian.
Amy leads Washingtonian Weddings and writes Style Setters for Washingtonian. Prior to joining Washingtonian in March 2016, she was the editor of Capitol File magazine in DC and before that, editor of What’s Up? Weddings in Annapolis.
