My collections are largely inspired by personal narratives.
Theres certain people in my life that have always been inspiring figures for me, she says.
Our shows are like tableau vivant.

Nina Westervelt
It really is creating an entire memory-evoking idea, similar to theater.
It usually involves scent or music, she says.
Little Islands producing artistic directorZack Winokurthought of Bode Aujla for the costuming because of her emphasis on storytelling.

Nina Westervelt
It looks like historically informed garments that people would be really happy to wear right now, Winokur says.