Any go-to jewellery? I love personalised pieces with significant dates, my children’s names, or something that reminds me of a special time or place. My husband had a locket made for my 30th birthday with my birthstone, a picture of my cat and all these special little things.
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Can you remember a favourite outfit you wore as a child? A grey overall dress with a little white puff-sleeve top I wore to death when I was about seven. I would come home from school, take off my uniform and get right into it.
What was your first fashion moment? A big moment was in 2001, the year I graduated from high school, when [older sister] Paris and I wore matching red satin Mark Bouwer gowns to the VH1 Vogue Fashion Awards. We had a smoky eye and were very tan.
And your worst fashion mistake? The tanning-bed era. We had no idea how bad it was for us.
What’s on your fashion wish list? I’m loving all the new-season Miu Miu bags and shoes with the schoolgirl-core vibe.
Nicky Hilton likes Aquazzura heels for evenings and events.
Is there something you would never wear? Birkenstocks. Apparently, they’re extremely comfortable, but I find them deeply unattractive.
What do you sleep in? A Printfresh robe – they’re lightweight and come in fun prints – and fuzzy socks.
Is there a current trend you like? I’m loving seeing bows everywhere. I’ve been watching the runways in Paris, where bows are reigning supreme, and we used a lot in the Nicky Hilton for Rebecca Vallance collection. The “Leyla” dress in sequin-embellished lace has diamanté bows all down the front, it really feels like a piece of jewellery. It’s such a special dress.
What shoes do you wear most often? Nicky Hilton x French Sole ballet flats - the perfect combination of comfort and elegance. I love an Aquazzura heel for evening and events.
Who’s your favourite fashion icon? I love Jackie Onassis’ style – classic, ladylike, elegant.
What do you wear on a typical working day? Jeans, a button-down shirt, a blazer and ballerina flats.
What’s your favourite off-duty, casual Sunday look? Sweatpants and a cosy cashmere sweater. I’ll be hanging out with the kids, cooking, chilling and not leaving the house.
The Nicky Hilton for Rebecca Vallance “Holiday” capsule collection is available now. Nicky will attend the Lexus Melbourne Cup.
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