As a pioneer in the concept of season-less dressing—it’s the bedrock of
her Urban Zen collection—Karan says she turns to timeless, year-round,
multipurpose pieces when she’s trotting the globe. “Like every woman I
know, my life is in constant motion,” she says. “So my philosophy of
dressing is Buy today, wear forever.”Her must-haves? Both the Fitted Flare Dress and the Hand Dyed Pareo from Haiti (available at the New York, Sag Harbor, and Los Angeles locations) are easily packable pieces that can be worn and layered in infinite combinations.
From left: Hand Dyed Pareo; Fitted Flare DressKaran also oversees the Urban Zen Foundation, which partners with existing organizations to find ways to empower children, improve healthcare, and preserve cultures—no matter which flag they’re waving. (urbanzen.com)
Photo credit: Christine Morden
