Whether they’re attending the best soirees in the Bay Area or gracing our Instagram feeds with their latest looks, these style stars and their inspiring looks reign supreme.
MOANALANI JEFFREY
WHO
The founder and principal at Agency Moanalani Jeffrey (@moanalanijeffrey), who graced the cover of San Francisco several years ago, is one of the most positive humans on the planet.
BECAUSE
Jeffrey makes everything look effortless, especially with her use of color combinations and a mix of high-end designer and vintage finds. She loves brands like Mara Hoffman (@marahoffman), Ronny Kobo (@ronnykobo), AJE (@aje) and Oakland brand Taylor Jay (@shoptaylorjay).
SEEN WEARING
Moanalani poses with SF designer Tony Sananikone (@sananikone1) in his Sounthavong dress MUAH.
CARMEN LEGARDA
WHO
Carmen Legarda (@carmenlegarda_sf), sales director at 181 Fremont (@181fremont), brings her grounded native New Yorker mindset to every encounter.
BECAUSE
Whether it’s a sharply tailored suit or a perfectly draped silk dress, Legarda—whose favorite brand is Issey Miyake (@isseymiyakeofficial)—masters the art of fit, proving that impeccable tailoring is the secret to true style.
SEEN WEARING
Dries Van Noten (@driesvannotesn) suit and Dior (@dior) earrings
JEFF SCHLARB
WHO
Interior designer Jeff Schlarb’s (@jeffschlarb) work can be seen in some of the finest homes and businesses in the region. One of our recent favorite spaces he created is Holbrook House (@holbrookhousesf) in The Conservatory at One Sansome.
BECAUSE
Schlarb’s wardrobe matches his vision of home design: bold, eclectic, whip-smart, whimsical and with a blend of retro chic and modern sensibilities.
SEEN WEARING
A custom three-piece suit from Klein Epstein & Parker (@kleinepsteinparker), a shirt from England’s Charles Tyrwhitt (@charlestyrwhitt) and glasses from Tom Ford (@tomford)
PHOTO BY NATASHA GILLETT
LILLIAN PHAN
WHO
Lillian Phan (@lilphancy), the executive VP of sales and marketing at The Conservatory at One Sansome (@theconservatorysf) and Holbrook House (@holbrookhousesf)
BECAUSE
With a wardrobe that feels like an extension of a contemporary art gallery, Phan fearlessly embraces bold prints, sculptural silhouettes and unexpected textures, always making a statement without saying a word.
SEEN WEARING
Green Cult Gaia (@cultgaia) dress, Chanel (@chanel) belt and (not shown) Renne Caovilla (@renecaovilla) sandals
AMI PALAN
WHO
As the head of North America sales and service business for Accenture (accenture.com), Ami Palan is quietly great at commanding a room.
BECAUSE
Palan embodies quiet luxury, curating a collection of timeless, investment-worthy pieces that speak to an understated elegance that never tries too hard.
SEEN WEARING
Palan favors great looks like this dress from Michelle Mason (@michellemasonofficial). Plus, Christopher John Rogers (@christopherjohnrogers) and Saint Laurent (@ysl).
NOZ NOZAWA
WHO
In the region where interior design is like a religion, Noz Nozawa (@noznozawa) is one of the high priests, blending fearless color, unexpected textures and a deep sense of storytelling into every space she touches.
BECAUSE
Nozawa channels San Francisco’s bohemian spirit with an elevated edge, effortlessly pairing flowing silhouettes with high-fashion accessories that give her looks unexpected twists.
SEEN WEARING
A vintage oversize Jean Paul Gaultier (@jeanpaulgaultier) blazer, vintage skirt and R13 (@r13) double-stack combat boots
IRYNA VOSKERICIAN
WHO
Iryna Voskerician (@irynavoskerician) is a co-executive producer at Silicon Valley Stilettos (@siliconvalleystilettos) and a media leader.
BECAUSE
Always dressed like she’s about to step into a fashion editorial, Voskercian brings a cinematic quality to their outfits, using color, movement and layers to tell a story with every look.
SEEN WEARING
A feather trim Oscar dress from PatBo (@patbo), a clutch from Alexander McQueen (@alexandermcqueen), earrings from Bottega Veneta (@newbottega), jewelry from Cast (@castjewelry) and an Epsom Kelly belt from Hermès (@hermes)
PAMELA PRESTON
WHO
Pamela Preston (@pampreston) is one of the Bay Area’s most effervescent community builders and philanthropists, working diligently to uplift others through good deeds to support organizations like the SF Ballet (@sfballet).
BECAUSE
With a deep appreciation for craftsmanship, Preston curates a wardrobe of beautifully made pieces, each telling a story of quality, artistry and intention.
SEEN WEARING
A dress from Oscar de la Renta (@oscardelarenta), a bag from Chanel (@chanel), shoes from Amina Muaddi (@aminamuaddi) and her grandmother’s vintage earrings
Photography by: DREW ALTIZER PHOTOGRAPHY; TRACY EASTON; CHRISTOPHER STARK; AJ KANE; COURTESY OF NOZ NOZAWA; MARIA LARIONOVA; DREW ALTIZER PHOTOGRAPHY;
