Here’s where what you wear comes in into play even more importantly…

If the name Edith Head doesn’t ring a definite bell, she’s certainly one for your syllabus of style…

Edith Head knew how to bring out the spirit, character, and inner strength of actresses whose looks could easily have faded into the background. Her own signature bangs and round tortoise frames were not to be missed.

Edith’s advice:

“is that what you wear must at all times be chosen for flattery, as well as appropriateness. If your liabilities seem overwhelming, remember this. Most of the beauties you think of as flawless have simply learned how to negotiate, and accentuate the positive and camouflage the negative.”

True to form, Edith’s advice for what to wear, even on a first date, is based on the intended audience. “If possible, try to find out who [your date’s] favorite actresses are in motion pictures, television and the theater.”

Edith Head won 8 Oscars and was nominated an additional 28 times for costume design. She is said to have won more Academy Awards than any other woman, having been credited as costume designer for a total of 340 productions! All About Eve is probably the one you’ve heard of the most, but it wasn’t her first Oscar win. That honor was hers for The Heiress.

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Aaah! @EricDaman_Style Georgina is SO Daphne Guiness in GG 5.13! #GossipGirl

— Anabel Maldonado (@AnabelMald0nad0) February 15, 2012

THANKS ANABEL! YOU MEAN “Daphne Suzannah Diana Joan Guinness”? GOOD EYE ON YOU! GREAT REFERENCE! THANKS FOR TWEETING! XOXO E

A collection of my favorite sequined cardis worn by Serena on #GG! polishedinpink.onsugar.com/Inspiration-Se… cc: @EricDaman_Style

— Kimberly (@KC_writes) February 15, 2012

KIMBERLY WRITES “Serena wearing sparkly sequined cardigans on Gossip Girl always inspires me to go out and buy a fabulous sweater. The first one she wore was the Nanette Lepore Fall 2007 Symphony cardigan, which is my all time favorite! Here are some of the other great cardis she’s worn.”
THANKS KIMBERLY! XOXO E

@EricDaman_Style Loved seeing Chuck’s scarf again last night! The matching bow-tie made it perfect. 😉

— Lauren Kojis (@chuckandblair90) February 14, 2012

THANKS LAUREN! ITS AMAZING HOW CHUCK’S SIGNATURE SCARF IS SO POPULAR. DID YOU KNOW IT HAS A NAME? #BORIS! IF ANYBODY HAS A PHOTO, SEND IT OT ME AND WE’LL POST IT!? XOXO E

@EricDaman_Style my gift for VALENTINE’s DAY has been this book!! My boyfriend knew I wanted it!! 😉 twitter.com/Loqllevelarubi…

— Cristina (@Loqllevelarubia) February 14, 2012

Hi Cristina! That’s the sweetest thing I’ve been tweeted about all week! I hope you enjoy it, and definitely let me know what you think! Maybe next time I’ll do a book for ladies who want to learn how to get their dudes to dress better too! Happy Valentines Day-After! xoxo E

Wendy, the headband Blair wore is by Sherel’s Hats (http://www.sherels.com and @Sherels on Twitter). The headbands the minions wore at the bachelorette party were by Sereni and Chentel (www.sereniandshentel.com, @serenishentel) and at the bridal shower headbands that the minions wore by L. Erikson (Try http://www.franceluxe.com, @Franceluxehair). Hope you have a great Birthday! xoxo E

Lily is wearing Dolce and Gabanna’s Dress and is carrying a clutch by Michelle Monroe. Thanks to Teresa Cannatà @_Superqueen 12:15 PM – 12 Feb 12 via web

Menswear is about silhouette tonality and PROPER FIT. Paul Smith, Richard James, Charvais, Saville Row style. Thanks to Jason @jvanmali 1:08 PM – 10 Feb 12 via Twitter for BlackBerry®

A set of unique life experiences, a very focussed application of my talents, and an all consuming desire to succeed in this business is how I got here. Early morning starts, long days, and late nights. It is fascinating and I love doing it. I studied French literature at the Sorbonne, was a buyer at a Parisian clothing boutique, got discovered as model, came to New York, learned about styling for photo shoots, then I learned about costume design for independent film, then television. One thing led to another and I embraced eacn new opportunity with 200% of my attention and dedication.

As far as college for styling… I studied literature! But I was well read had studied business, my Dad’s an engineer and my Mom’s a nurse, so I was exposed to a huge amount of information of many different kinds. Steve Jobs did not finish college I beleive. Nonetheless you’d need some significant preparation of some kind that could translate laterally. We all have different paths!

Thanks for asking!

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