ESBY'S LAUREN KIRBY DISCUSSES HER STYLE INFLUENCES
How does your work influence your style and vice versa?
Working in fashion allows you to dress freely which makes it much easier to evolve your style and be inspired by (and to inspire) your surroundings. I’m constantly looking for inspiration for work, and in doing so, I’m testing different outfits and limits with my style. And, of course, I’m inspired by my work environment and the people I work with and all the different styles we have.
What are some of your favorite Austin spots?
Justine’s, Kinda Tropical, Launderette & my neighborhood, Deep Eddy, esby (work!)
How does living in Austin influence your style?
I moved here from Michigan so my style has gone from layering as much as possible to figuring out how to showcase my style with minimal layers. I would say the easy attitude of Austin has also influenced the way I dress.
Flats or heels?
They both have a time and a place. I can’t just choose one!
Craftsmanship is at the heart of each pair of Huma Blanco shoes.
Huma Blanco is a footwear brand, designed and handmade in Lima, Peru. The line was born of an appreciation for the simple luxury of Peruvian hides and textiles, along with a goal to sustain long-term jobs for shoemakers in its designer's home country.
The raw beauty of these Peruvian materials - such as suede, alpaca and calf hair - inspires the designer, Adriana Crocco. Crocco works with them using natural dyes, or leaving them in their pure form. The line fuses classic silhouettes with interesting construction and unexpected textures.
The Designer
Huma Blanco is created by Adriana Crocco, a third-generation shoemaker and designer based in Lima. Her Peruvian and Italian shoemaking heritages have led Adriana to an appreciation for quality of materials and construction.
