Jen Brill is known as the ultimate cool girl icon, admired for her unique style that blends vintage pieces with modern trends. As the creative director of HommeGirls, she focuses on creating looks that stand the test of time, rather than following fleeting fashion fads. Brill’s recent collaboration with OTW by Vans showcases her love for reworked wardrobe staples, such as checkerboard boxer shorts and ruffle-hem crew socks.
Brill draws inspiration from her stylish circle of friends, including Harper’s Bazaar editor Lynette Nylander and artist Shaniqwa Jarvis. When it comes to dressing for fall in Los Angeles, she opts for simplicity with vintage Levi’s and ballet flats, adding a touch of edge with a Comme des Garçons double-breasted jacket or a shearling-collared Vaquera bomber.
In her list of 13 favorite things, Brill shares her current fashion obsessions, from cozy sweatshirts to versatile kick-flare pants. She also reveals her go-to accessories, like cat-eye sunglasses and sculptural heeled sandals. Chanel ballet flats are a must-have for her downtime, while Proenza Schouler Silo bag is her choice for evening outings.
Brill’s beauty essentials include Kiiks Hamanasu Rose balm and Fara Homidi essential lip compacts, adding a touch of glam with Neen Pretty Extra Mascara. When it comes to home decor, she looks forward to receiving Isabela Bower Ceramics and Ruemmler bedside tables.
A white ribbed tank top from the OTW by Vans × HommeGirls collection is highlighted as a wardrobe staple by Brill, featuring a cute skateboard embroidery. As a fashion commerce editor at Harper’s Bazaar, Michella Oré appreciates Brill’s timeless yet trendsetting approach to style, making her a true icon in the fashion world. Brill’s effortless chic and ability to mix high-end pieces with vintage finds have solidified her status as the cool girl’s cool girl.
