Ask a Stylist: Lin

I have amazing clients! They're modern, fashion-forward, and active. Though they range in age and professions, they all want to look and feel their best.

When meeting a client for the first time, I ask several questions and assign a little bit of homework. Are comfort and ease most important, or do they need professional looks? Do they travel a lot? It's helpful for me to know what the client's typical day looks like and their priorities so I can pull pieces accordingly. Their homework is to share three looks that appeal to them. Once I have an idea of what they're attracted to, I pull a rack of complementary pieces in their size. I always emphasize that they must love the pieces they choose! I am not interested in filling a closet; I want to find the items they love and will wear over and over.

I love great quality basics — it's the easiest way to build a wardrobe and, surprisingly, the best way to showcase your style.A classic, tailored white blousecan be styled in at least a dozen different ways, and you can play up your accessories when wearing basics. I also believe in tailoring. A great fit can make the simplest piece look custom and luxe.

I am a huge Robert Rodriguez fan. We carried his signature collection at the shop years ago, and I'm so excited he is the lead designer for Halston now. I cannot wait for these pieces to hit the shop!

It's hard to limit the essentials to just three. Obviously, every woman should own an LBD along with jeans, a white button blouse,a denim shirt, a blazer, and a leather jacket. Classics are classic for a reason — they work!

Always! But I am most excited when our buying team finds someone new, and we can get their clothing in the store. Smythe was one of those designers for us. I'm so pleased to haveblazersthat break the mold but fit into any closet available at Garbarini.

A versatile boot,gorgeous cashmere sweater, and this year, a boyfriend jacket.

When buying a coat, women should pay attention to quality and fit. Coats are typically an investment piece and should be able to be worn for several years. Your lifestyle should also be taken into consideration when you're shopping for a coat. Are you in and out of cars all day? Do you prefer the ease of not having a belt?Mackagemakes some of our most beautiful pieces — tailored, beautiful, and an investment that you'll always appreciate.

Since I was in high school, my mantra has always been quality over quantity. The OG in sustainability! Yes, some amazing companies put work into this, but there is still a long way to go for most. Also, I don't believe in one-hit wonders. Pieces must be able to be worn in more than one way and should be able to stand up to frequent use.

Every year seems to be an upcycle of previous decades, and this spring feels very 90s to me —oversized shirts, belted baggy pants, and boyfriend blazers. Super fun!

To set up an appointment with Lin

Telephone: 303-333-8686

Email: lin@garbarinishop.com.