Name: Ellie Tsaltskan
School, Year: Barnard, 2019
Major: Economics with a track in Political Economy
Hometown: Marlboro, NJ
What is your most worn accessory and/or article of clothing?
I almost always wear a small, gold initial necklace that my grandparents brought back from Russia! Also, cannot live without my Oscar de la Renta sunglasses and my slip on sneakers.
Where do you like to shop?
Zara, Urban Outfitters, and especially TJ Maxx!!
Where do you get your fashion inspiration from?
For day to day clothing, I usually just browse around Refinery29 and celebrity Instagrams. Even though they’re more of a fantasy, I also love watching the couture shows for designers like Elie Saab, Zuhair Murad, and Dolce & Gabbana.
How has your style changed since coming to Columbia/Barnard?
I’ve definitely simplified it a lot into much darker, streamlined pieces that easily go with everything. It’s become about doing more with less, but I’m much more open to venturing outside my comfort zone. I’ve also discovered a new love for work clothes, especially the Calvin Klein collection!