Style Slam Stylist Spotlight: Betina Baumgarten
American Craft Show in San Francisco
What's your company name? Best Foot Forward
How do you define your signature style?
I love pairing classic pieces with something totally out of the box: a lace pencil skirt with denim and sneakers, leather pants and heels with a graphic tee, or a classic sheath dress paired with a leather jacket and killer heels. I love to play with accessories, especially shoes and bags. I never change my earrings (the diamond slices I bought myself when I started my business), but love a great statement necklace, an arm party, or a stunning cocktail ring.
What's your favorite style tip?
Dress for your body. Embrace trends in ways that are physically and fiscally flattering. Always dress for yourself, so that you can be your best, and never to impress anyone else.
Who are your ACC show artist picks?
- Shelly Batt: A classic chain-link necklace is a must-have in every woman's wardrobe, and the horn material elevates and modernizes this vintage-feeling, classic piece. I love it paired with a white blouse.
- Petra Class: A cocktail ring is a great way to make a statement in a more subtle way. I'm obsessed with the modern elements of this ring and how they individually stand alone, but together have a substantial impact.
- Peggotty Christensen: I love the ethereal quality of this silk piece. It's dramatic and elegant, yet its sheerness provides a soft quality that is a perfect way to elevate a monochromatic look.
- Richard Davis: The contrasting textures of this bag are absolutely gorgeous, It's the perfect day-to-night clutch. I absolutely love the pop of color on the side. It's the perfect amount to complement the play on black and white.
- Sandra Enterline: I love the elegant simplicity of this ring. It has a cosmic-like quality that feels like the perfect subtle, statement piece to accent any look.
Clockwise from left: Peggotty Christensen, Sandra Enterline, Petra Class, Richard Davis, Shelly Batt