Rain or shine, Middle and Upper School math instructor Ms. LuAnne Abercrombie is always distinctly stylish. Her unique thrown-together look of flare pants, cozy sweaters and great layered jewelry create a look all her own.
What are your favorite brands?
I buy a few “brand name” things but mostly I’m drawn to fashion that takes a modern twist on classic looks. I love independent retailers that seek out talented small designers. But, then, who doesn’t like Lululemon yoga clothes?

Who are your fashion icons?
I love women who are classically timeless but not boring, such as Audrey Hepburn, Jackie Kennedy, Katharine Hepburn, and Michelle Obama.

What are your favorite things to wear?
Blue jeans (all kinds: skinny, flared, boyfriend, wide leg) with a great pair of shoes or boots, pencil skirts, sweaters, and layered jewelry.

Where do you like to shop?
I don’t have a lot of time to shop, so I cruise the catalogs for ideas. Locally, I like J. Crew, Diani, Wendy Foster, but I’ve learned over the years to only buy what I really love. That way, items I bought years ago are things I still wear.

What’s your favorite season to dress for?
Except for those few extremely hot days, it feels like fall every day at Laguna Blanca and that works well for me. I love scarves, hats, and layers without having to wear a heavy coat. Santa Barbara weather is perfect for that.

What are you looking forward to wearing this season?

I like fashion but I’m not a huge follower of seasonal trends. I wear what I feel comfortable in. I learned to sew when I was in middle school so fabric and fit tend to be important to me. But, I’d have to say I’m looking forward to putting the boots away for winter and finding some really great wedges. I never worry about how tall that makes me.