Merging her background in fashion, art and design, Kara Mann's gutsy interiors re-imagine the possibilities of mixing the modern and traditional. Since opening her namesake firm, Kara Mann Design (KMD) in 2005, Kara has collaborated with clients to achieve a balance of comfort with edgy, yet a tainable, design elements, producing interior landscapes that are both timeless and unexpected.

 

What's your must-have item in your makeup bag?
Dior Show Mascara. I never leave home without my mascara on!

 

Same question, but for your airline Ziploc?
Kiehl's Lip Balm #1. Airplanes always dry you out and this balm not only moisturizes but adds a pretty natural sheen.

 

And, evening clutch?
Business Cards!!!

 

What brands are we most likely to find in your vanity?
Dior, Nars and Mac.

 

I feel prettiest when...
I'm having a good skin day. Nothing is more beautiful than healthy skin.

 

If I were a magazine, I would be...
The love-child of Vogue and Rolling Stone.

 

I am always searching for...
The perfect daytime lipstick. I like a really natural look and tend to want very little color. I find "Foul Play" from Nars is the perfect shade for me. but I'm still looking!

 

My favorite place to shop is...
Maxfield in LA ...because. of their precisely chosen collection. They have the best pieces from the hardest to find designers.

 

The best beauty tip I ever received was...
When my esthetician recommended B. Kamins Maple Day/Night Cream. It literally changed my life!

 

My favorite beauty product from my past was...
Neutrogena Sesame Bodywash

 

My most embarrassing beauty moment was...
A bad perm and a worse bridesmaid's dress at my sister's wedding. Love you Katie!

 

The last thing I do before I go to bed is...
wash my face with Yonka Lair Nettoyant cleanser. It is so milky and gentle. And then of course apply a layer of B. Kamins Cream.

 

I could never live without...
The "Better than Botox" facial from Irene at Kiva. You walk out glowing and looking 10 years younger.

 

I could definitely live without...
Working out. When you're moving furniture in four-inch heels every day. who needs it? I'd rather go to dinner!

 

I will splurge on...
Almost anything! I'm ridiculous. I can get so caught up in fun new things like clothes, shoes, gadgets. You name it. I want it!

 

I won't spend more than $10 on...
A grilled cheese and french fries.

 

If I wasn't a ______, I would be a ______
Interior designer/actress...I live for Drama!!!