These days, when she’s not jet-setting to Milan, Paris or Coachella (pinning her down for this interview was a feat in itself!), you can find Amanda well-dressed and working away as Harper’s Bazaar Senior Accessories Editor. Let’s meet Amanda.
Julie Bensman: In a nutshell, what exactly do you do all day?
Amanda Weiner: I’m lucky because my days are filled with beautiful jewelry and accessories. I meet with designers and see their creations, and then when I’m back at the office, I conceptualize stories, pull together trends and dream about the different ways in which we can communicate these ideas to our readers.
JB: Why did you veer towards accessories over ready-to-wear?
AW: I love how accessories can communicate a character, and can live with you season to season, year to year. Accessories can tell a story, mark a memory and can really become icons of the wearer. Think of the charm bracelet that was passed down through generations or your first Chanel handbag.
JB: When was the last time you thought, “Now THIS is why I love my job…”
AW: When I spent the afternoon at Bulgari’s headquarters in Rome talking to Lucea, their creative director. Her stories were endlessly amazing!
JB: What’s on your office desk at that moment?
AW: A baby bronze elephant is always the first thing I put on a new desk – I received it from my sister for luck. There are also usually stacks of jewelry, books and magazines.
JB: You couldn’t do your job without…
AW: Passion. Sounds a little cheesy, but it’s the truth. Being an editor is the most fun job a girl could have, but it can also be trying. You have to really love it!
JB: How would you describe your own sense of style?
AW: Classic, but with a modern edge. I tend towards monochrome, but I’m drawn towards interesting silhouettes and rich textures.
JB: Which designers are you in love with right now?
AW: Chloe, Stella McCartney and Valentino are always favorites. My favorite accessories this season are from Nicholas Ghesquiere’s debut collection for Louis Vuitton.
JB: When not working, you can usually be found [here] and [doing this].
AW: On a plane, heading somewhere warm (when I have it my way, at least!)
JB: Last thing you googled?
AW: The history of ice cream.
