JoLene Lin

What’s the most memorable holiday gift you’ve received?

Alphabet letters that transform into robots. That was an awesome way of learning!

What’s your fondest childhood Christmas memory?

When I was about seven years old, my cousin “sued” my uncle for Php 1 million for stealing her chocolates. It was epic!

What’s your favourite Christmas song?

“Christmas in Our Hearts” by Jose Mari Chan; that was the only song playing every Christmas season growing up! The Hong Kong-born, New York-based fashion stylist plays with knits, layers, and oversized silhouettes in “Cold Play” (p. 130)

Give us three style tips.

Wear it with confidence, be comfortable, and stay true to yourself.

Worst fashion mistake?

Skintight jeggings (jean leggings).

Is there any celebrity you would like to style?

Rihanna. She’s fearless with her style and always looks amazing.

Hot toddy or hot chocolate?

Hot chocolate.

The one item you can’t live without?

Jasmine oil by Herbivore.

What dream gift would you like this Christmas?

A country house.

Winter drink of choice?

Rye whisky.

All you want for Christmas is…

Free time.

Name three people you’d invite to your ideal dinner party.

Jane Jacobs, TaNehisi Coates, and Susan Sontag.

If you could interview an architect from the past, who would that be?

Le Corbusier.

The last book you enjoyed.

by Madeleine Thien.