Style Q&A: Léda Jackson

Pixie Lily’s “Pink Tab Dress” ($78) and ”Toadstool Apron/Short” ($86)

Q What’s a back-to-school must?
A Make an occasion out of the first day with a new outfit. In our fall collections, we always include a few offerings that are lightweight enough for August. I’m especially fond of our navy cotton pique pieces with toadstool embroideries.

Q What’s a favorite local source for clothing?
A Seeline Vintage never ceases to surprise when I need to add something extra-special [such as the dress above] to my closet.

Q Key items in your wardrobe?
A Dark skinny jeans, capri pants (like J.Crew’s “French Girl Slim Crop Pant,” above), pretty blouses with cardigans, and a perfect shirtwaist dress. Then I add gold hoop earrings and chunky bracelets that make a bit of noise.

Q Perfume of choice?
A I’m old school: Chanel No. 5.

Q Tell us about your home-decor style.
A At home, more is more. I’d describe my interiors as “Eurasian-Bohemian thrift.” My daughter is particularly tickled by our “family heirloom” opium pipe. I’m grateful to my louche ancestors for all the interesting things they funneled my way.

Q Have any advice for “urban farming”?
A You don’t need a ton of space for chickens and beehives. I think chickens are quieter than dogs, but you should make sure your neighbors are cool with them. We’ve found that a jar of honey and some fresh eggs buys a lot of goodwill.