Music and Memories: Clara Rockmore (2020) Romeo Records. Carla has inspired millions with her creative ideas and quality content. Luckily for us, she obliged. I dont look at my collection as treasures. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Excuse us while we sit here and fangirl over this lovely woman who is doing fashion her way which is the only way, in our opinion. If something doesnt feel right to you, dont force yourself into it just because you think everybody else is wearing it. Add location. She has managed to put her passion into a successful career that she loves. We went into lockdown as soon as I returned from Jaipur on my fourth development trip. After studying business in college, Tiffany embarked upon a career she never dreamed of. But I just as happily gravitate toward The Row as I do with Gucci. All rights reserved. A post shared by Carla Rockmore (@carla.rockmore). Your style will develop as you age because your confidence and knowing who you are will start to usurp the need to feel trendy or fit in. And, you know, Im a bit of a chameleon that way. I watched Netflix for about two weeks and then realised that I could either do something creative in the confines of my house or get into bed, turn out the lights, and close the door. They had no children. Fashion; Beauty; Self Care; Bride; Love; Pop Culture. By Jenna Adrian-Diaz. Dubbed "the real Carrie Bradshaw," Carla has raked in millions of TikTok views for her eclectic styling and seemingly unlimited well of baubles. Watching the eclectic mix of a tiny rocker t-shirt paired with a taffeta maxi skirt and a chunky cluster of a pearl choker is gospel in my eyes, and I felt somewhat vindicated. 541 posts. "I kept every single solitary thing," she told Vogue. When shes putting together a shoot or an outfit, shes not thinking about it months in advance or planning it out. Below, Rockmore discusses whats in her closet, her process for creating TikToks, and what video she wants to film next. She had just ironed her long straight black hair, and she was reaching for her 6-inch high gold platform sandals. She Loves to make Tiktok videos. Carries character in the show is nothing like me, Rockmore says. What are the misconceptions you hope to break about 50+ style? Before Fame Prior to Covid, I was a big traveler. Warning: She may make you fall down a TikTok rabbit hole or finally buy that statement piece youve been eyeing. "I watch the shows and read about fashion. But not if your mom is Carla Rockmore. Follow us on social media:Facebook,Twitter,Instagram. While some of us spent the initial stages of the pandemic making bread and cleaning out our closets, Rockmore began producing TikToks. It was so serendipitous because I was scrolling through Zillow, looking for a home for a long time. A tenured jewelry designer by trade, the social media star is a stylist, wife, and mother to two boysbut ultimately, she is someone who believes in the power of personal style. I was sharing it with a few friends up in Canada on YouTube because I didnt really have much of a social media presence before. Now she has. "I love the yin and yang of a look. You never stop growing, so you dont ever have to feel pressure to have a defined style. I also dress in styles many women can implement in their own wardrobes. Texas Standard spoke with the pair. After weeks of sheltering in place, the trifecta of Carla's talents suddenly come together. Sharing a memory that will never her, she recalls, "My mother was wearing a cream fitted suit like Bianca Jagger. She is deemed one of the popular influencers. There are no surprises there. Not much is known about her family and her personal Relationship. It's not so much the clothing but the concept that your look is just an extension of your personality that Carrie and Carla share," she shares. The stylish creator Carla Rockmore shared with AD how she personalized the space for her expansive wardrobe. As a teenager, tendinitis affected her bow arm, attributed to childhood malnutrition, and resulted in her giving up the violin. Carla: Yeah. (Her walk-in wardrobe alone will make you drool.). I was a clothing designer in my 20s and 30s, then I parlayed that into jewelry design in my 40s (and now 50s), inspired by my never-ending collection of vintage baubles. It translates into, She sits well in her skin. Unfortunately, life compels women to marinate and experience for a while before they can recognize and appreciate their unique style. Then you can join our Facebook Group named Influencers Meet Brands. The one thing that stays consistent is my need to challenge my outfit, and juxtapose pieces that you wouldnt think would work together. She simply likes what she likes in the moment. You cannot shake your head, for instance, or sway back and forth on your feet. The Dallas-based jewelry designer became a social media sensation during the pandemic. I watched Netflix for about two weeks and realised it was either find something to do from my home that was a creative outlet or go on pharmaceuticals LOL. In each of those videos, I taught something, I took the viewer on a journey, and I shared something that was going on in my life. Other days, I'm a full-on maximalist. Carla Rockmore / Stewart Cohen The Dallas-based creative has since amassed more than 1.2 million followers, who come to her page for lighthearted videos and golden styling tips. The intonation control she acquired as a violinist and her innate absolute pitch were both helpful in playing the instrument. As she further elaborates, I put in this amazing chandelier, but no matter what I did in that space it was blistering hot upstairs! From history lessons on the color black to tutorials in styling fashion's most notable conundrums (think: how to mix metals and find a look for "weird weather"), there's a lot of good advice on offer. We live in a world where facts and fiction get blurred. What's the next big idea you want to attempt on TikTok? Sharing a memory that will never her, she recalls, "My mother was wearing a cream fitted suit like Bianca Jagger. Invest in the future today. Today, the TikTok star Carla enjoys more than 1.2 million followers. People are finally starting to embrace color, and the maxi skirt also be a strong counter balance to the mini skirt. I just start shooting and figure Ill clean it up in the editing process. I thank her every day when I see those bags displayed so beautifully. She has a huge fan following. However, her inspiration can come to her in the midst of anything. She is primarily famous for styling jewelry videosandperforming lip-syncs on TikTok (Musical.ly). Fashion and style have always come naturally to me. On TikTok, Carla Rockmore is likened to Sex and the City's Carrie Bradshaw because of how stylish she is. Her writing gained recognition and since 2009, she's written for sites such as What to Expect, Where'd My Sanity Go, and dozens more. In terms of shoes, all rhyme and reason flies out the door. She's a social media darling, stylist, wife, and mother of two. I didnt know what was going onI left early because the country was going to shut down. For some, when your mom gets an account on your favorite social media platform, it might be a sign that its time to search for a new outlet. After all, who else can wear a striped Christopher John Rogers knit maxi dress one day and a Sex Pistols T-shirt with an 80s taffeta skirt the next? If I wear a very feminine dress, I'll purposely throw on a construction boot. I was in Northern Rajasthan on my jewellery development trips when COVID hit. Ivy: (Laughs) In some ways. She is known for sharing her eclectic outfits on her carlarockmore TikTok account, which has earned more than 1 million followers. I look at a pair that turns me on, and I have zero willpower to say no. But the influencer, who was deemed the "Carrie Bradshaw of TikTok," has a relationship with fashion that goes well beyond her fun styling videos on the buzzy app. Accessory hacks are the easiest way to do that. That is my style; therefore, its essential to me. By day, Rockmorewho is based in Dallas, Texasis a full-time content creator and jewelry designer. When people ask her what she likes, she cannot always tell you. Ivy: Thats a really good question. When you design a clothing line, youre supposed to start with the basics and then build around them. After all, who else can wear a striped Christopher John Rogers knit maxi dress one day and a Sex Pistols T-shirt with an 80s taffeta skirt the next? Our website, archdigest.com, offers constant original coverage of the interior design and architecture worlds, new shops and products, travel destinations, art and cultural events, celebrity style, and high-end real estate as well as access to print features and images from the AD archives. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. ", These days, her shopping cart is filled with Marni accessories and opulent sundresses from Johanna Ortiz and Cecilie Bahnsen. And the best way to do that is to, if youre interested in fashion, take a look at whats going down the runways but dont use that as doctrine. It has inspired me to try to incorporate many of their requests and inquiries into some of my production. And now, she's releasing a collection with Amazon's The Drop. TikTok has one of the worlds greatest algorithms for discovering talented individuals and one such talented person is Carla. Carla: Well, to tell you the truth, it was COVID. I still have difficulty navigating the platforms, and I dont often scroll. Many such influencers are making it big on social media, and one such big name is Carla. Journalism strengthens democracy. Stripes are going to saturate spring and summer silhouettes and this Depop find checked all the striped boxes! I absolutely dress according to my mood. I think Criss Cross Apple Sauce and Use Your Wish List were relevant on deeper levels. Shes the real-life version, though she denies that she and Carrie are anything alike. 465 following. "I thought [it] was a dance app. [15], She also discovered that she could achieve a steadier tone and control the vibrato by keeping the tips of her right-hand thumb and forefinger in contact. The insiders guide to what to shop and how to wear it. [15], By the time Rockmore was playing large scale public concerts, such as New York City's Town Hall in 1938, she was becoming increasingly known for impressing critics with her artistry of the theremin during a time in which much of the general public had come to rather negative conclusions of what was possible on the instrument. A ruched-hip or gathered-waistline maxi skirt can be a simple way to trick the eye and give an extreme hourglass silhouette. Once she sees that inspiration, the rest comes quickly to her. But what always resonated deeply with me was how Patricia Field styled the character.. Whats your process for creating TikToks? Carla's career spans over 30 years designing clothing and accessories in Montreal, Toronto, and Amsterdam while traveling the world extensively. It was lockdown that inspired me. Thursday, 03 March. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement and Your California Privacy Rights. What makes something worth buying in your eyes?. I know the piece will work when I can see multiple exciting outfits built around it without me working too hard. How has your experience within the industry informed how you approach personal style? I thought Carlas Boot Conundrum was really fun because its such slapstick relatable humor. For those living under a rock for the past 20 or 30s years, that would be the character that Sarah Jessica Parker made famous on her hit show Sex and the City. I dont script it. The Dallas-based creative has since amassed more than 1.2 million followers, who come to her page for lighthearted videos and golden styling tips. You are definitely a maximalist to your core. Trendy items will come and go quickly and the price should reflect that. READ MORE | Still effortlessly stylish at 100: An ode to fashion icon Iris Apfel whose style has clocked a century. Just in time for students heading back-to-school or those planning fall. [13] Rockmore's approach to theremin playing emphasized physical and emotional control. I love the trend that resembles being off the grid. In times of uncertainty you need journalism you can trust. Gulf of Mexico warming at faster rate than global ocean, study finds, As Texas STAAR test goes fully online, teachers feel defeated, Texas Education Agency projects confidence, Texas Standard for Feb. 23, 2023: Why many cotton farmers arent planting as much this year. But I like the outfits fromJules Vaughnfrom Euphoria a lot. We just need to be in tune enough to recognize & cultivate them on repeat. And Im wearing those pieces together. I think Im kind of just doing more exploration, and I hope to see my style kind of evolve into a more defined aesthetic, if that makes sense, the next few years. A post shared by Carla Rockmore (@carla.rockmore). Contact the public editor with feedback for our journalists, complaints, queries or suggestions about articles on News24. 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