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While we always love seeing our state-side retailers, it’s a real treat when we get to see Tanya Hamersfeld from Bensimon Boutique in Melbourne, Australia. Not only does the store seem amazing (I think we might have to make a trip to see for ourselves!), but Tanya is always so warm and gracious, and she’s genuinely excited about all of the discoveries she makes at the show! And just as an aside, she’s always, without fail, wearing killer shoes…

JA New York: Facebook or Instagram?

Tanya Hamersfeld: Instagram

JA New York: Favorite gemstone?

TH: Diamond but that wasn’t easy because I like to mix things up in our designs

JA New York: What’s your retail mantra?

TH: Above all HAVE FUN! Act with integrity, work hard to achieve what the client desires. Authenticity, effort and an uplifting experience will be appreciated.

JA New York: Dream celebrity client?

TH: Cate Blanchett – beautiful and daring with her style choices!

JA New York: Guilty pleasure?

TH: Staying out all night at jazz clubs

JA New York: Favorite holiday?

TH: New York and a long flight home to catch up on sleep!

JA New York: Music you play in your store?

TH: We all love music! Currently; Chromeo, David Bowie, Stevie Wonder, Esperanza Spalding & Nina Simone.

JA New York: Music you play in your car/home?

TH: Earth Wind & Fire, Sonny Rollins, Miles Davis, Rolling Stones…the kids love Michael Jackson, Simon & Garfunkel.

JA New York: If you had a Super Power it would be…?

TH: To Turn Invisible (Sometimes)

JA New York: Your most prized possession?

TH: My Sense of Humor