Style Scout: Marisa Ford
Name: Marisa Ford
Age: 38
Hometown: Lyons
Time in Lawrence: About 10 years
Relationship status: Married
Occupation: Natural product sales
Dream job: A food blogger
What were you doing when scouted? Window shopping.
Describe your style: My husband says that I’m a combination of glamorous, I’m sophisticated and also fun, at the same time.
Fashion trends you love: I kind of like what I would describe as bohemia, like [a] classy, kind of “hippie” still in a way. But I really like hats and I love scarves! So I’m always looking for accessories.
Fashion trends you hate: Micro shorts. Girls aren’t wearing them for fashion.
Fashion influences: Magazines and the Sartorialist (website)
What would you like to see more or less of in Lawrence? I would appreciate it if there were more vegan options, food-wise, and even clothing sometimes can be difficult. Less ignorance.
Tattoos or piercings: None
Whom do people say you look like? Courteney Cox, aka Monica from the sitcom “Friends.”
What type of music do you like? Alternative, indie rock, indie pop, electronica and I still have a place in my heart for jazz and Frank Sinatra.
Tell us a secret: I don’t like mean people.