Congrats to Rodarte for their CFDA 2008 win of the Swarovski Award for Emerging Talent (Womenswear). Kate and Laura Mulleavy are favorites of the Fashion INTELLIGENTSIA because not only do they make the most ethereal dresses in the world, but they both also hold degrees from UC Berkeley. They hold the essential characteristics of the fashion intellectual.

Since they live in the area I grew up, I hold them especially dear because they didn’t leave behind the charm our towns so undoubtedly posses. New York City might have fashion week, but we will always have The Huntington Library and Gardens.