Tory Burch Mothers Day Interview!

I could not be more thrilled or excited to interview Tory Burch. I love her clothes but did you know that she named her famous Reva shoes after her Mom? (pictured with Tory) Or that she has two adorable boys? Or that Tory has a kids line!!?? So may questions to ask! And she was gracious enough to take time to answer!



OFM: How do you continue to follow your passions and dreams while being a Mom?   
 
TB: So many working mothers have had to find that right balance. It’s hard, but we all figure out what is best for our families and for ourselves. My boys and my stepdaughters keep me grounded and put things in perspective for me whenever I get stressed out because of work.

OFM: How has motherhood changed you?

TB: It changes everything about your life.  I am as happy as my kids are happy—if they’re doing well and happy, that’s what matters most to me. Professionally, it’s so much easier for me to prioritize now and to see what’s really important and what can wait until tomorrow—or next week.

OFM: What is the best Mom advice you've ever gotten?

TB: My mother always told me to believe in myself. She’s also an eternal optimist, and said that no matter how bad today might be, there is a new day a few hours away.

OFM: What are your top five Mommy must haves?

TB: Patience, a sense of humor, consistency, follow-through and endless amounts of love.

OFM: Finish this sentence: "Being......makes me One Fabulous Mom.

TB: Being Sawyer, Nick, Henry, Pookie, Izzie and Louisa’s mom makes me One Fabulous Mom.

OFM: Tell us about your foundation?

TB: I have been so fortunate myself, and I have always wanted to give back. The Tory Burch Foundation, with our partners Accion USA, gives women entrepreneurs—so many who are mothers—the financial support they need to achieve their dreams through microfinance. We’re already hearing success stories. We have worked with some amazing women who are changing their lives, their family’s and their local communities.
http://toryburchfoundation.org/

OFM: Where do you get design influences?

TB: My greatest influences are my parents. I am constantly inspired by photos of them traveling in the Sixties. My design team and I are always pulling ideas from our travels, music and art exhibits. 

OFM:  How has your mom influenced you?

TB: My mother has always been my closest friend and confidant. She taught me to always be open to new people, places and ideas—something I try to pass on to my children. Style-wise, my mother has always been one of the most effortlessly chic, confident women I know. 

Thank you Tory! Happy Mother's Day!

You can read Tory's interview with her Mom, as well as get style, entertaining, and menu tips at her new redesigned blog! Click here!

You can also view Tory's childrens line that is just adorable!!!!

 

 


  I would DIE to see Coco in a pink and green tunic!!!