Vernon, Texas-born Natalie Bond Bloomingdale knows her own style well. Very well. In fact, the digital platform she created, The SIL is the favorite of so many young and chic sociables across the world. As she lives her stylish life in Los Angeles, our Lance Avery Morgan catches up with her to learn more about some of her favorite must-haves.
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The last item I added to my wardrobe is…a beautiful dress from One/Of by Patricia Voto. I love what she is doing with vintage fabrics.
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The best gift I have received recently is a…custom boot puller with our family’s ranch brand, handmade by my brother’s company, Custom Boot Jacks.
On my bedside table is always…a magazine–Town & Country, Vanity Fair, or a vintage Society Texas.
My favorite room is…the one I’m in now. It’s important to me to be present with the company I keep.
The thing I am eyeing next is…a Tyler Ellis for The SIL tote – it’s gorgeous!
An unforgettable hotel I’ve visited that I’d love to live in is…I could very easily live at The Beverly Hills Hotel.
The last thing I bought and loved is… vintage turquoise jewelry. I love collecting it.
An artist whose work I appreciate is…I am constantly falling for new works and discovering new talent. I have been following Texas artist Jon Flaming for a while and love what he does.
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I read…a devotional my mother gave me.
In my fridge you will always find…Dr. Pepper.
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If I weren’t doing what I do I would…definitely want to be in the CIA.
My favorite cocktail is…a John Daly.
My gotta-have piece for this summer is… a happy cotton dress from Houston’s Cheeky Vintage.
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My most treasured possessions are…my precious dogs, Cecile and Nancy – both Braque Francais.
My favorite indulgence is… champagne.
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My dream lunch date would be with…one with my grandparents.
My favorite time of day is…any time I’m in Texas.