Manzanita Journal

  • Why Styling Found Me: A 30-Year Journey Through Fashion, Friendship, and Finding Your Fit

    Why Styling Found Me: A 30-Year Journey Through Fashion, Friendship, and Finding Your Fit

    In this reflective essay, Dorit traces her journey from styling friends at the mall in the early '90s to becoming a professional stylist rooted in intention and community. Set against the backdrop of iconic spaces like the Westside Pavilion and present-day West Philly, she explores how fashion, memory, and place intersect—and why styling is ultimately about helping people feel more like themselves. From prom dress missions to closet edits and red carpet prep, Dorit shares how a lifelong knack for style evolved into a practice of care, culture, and connection.