If you're not already one of Elizabeth De La Piedra's 44.1K followers on Instagram, what on earth are you playing at? The Peruvian-born, Australian-raised photographer who now calls Chicago home is our ultimate Instagram double tap and the chicest state-side girl crush on our feeds. Mother to the gorgeous one-year-old Lex and wife to one half of Chicago neo-rave duo Flosstradamus, Liz is just the brightly-hued, tracksuit-clad dose of spiciness one requires to liven up January. Her thrift shop finds swimsuit-game and mom-jean artillery are what we love best about Liz's wardrobe. We caught a few minutes with the pocket-sized Instagram princess to chat trainers, babies, hopes and fears. Over to you Liz.
Name: Elizabeth de la Piedra
Age: 29
Location: Chicago USA
Occupation: Photographer/Creative Director
Who’s your best buddy?
My hubby.
Where’s your happy place?
The ocean.
What item of clothing best sums you up?
Vintage 90's Guess blue jeans.
What do you love about the city you live in?
Everything except the winter.
How does it impact your style?
Having seasons is wonderful for experimenting with layers or being more nudey.
Where’s your favourite place to shop?
Thrift stores.
Who do you stalk on Instagram?
Nick Knight
What item of clothing are you still hunting out?
Thigh high, patent, black boots, with the perfect heel. Dior, I see you!
Your favourite accessory?
My every day hoops.
You’re so great at layering… any tips?
Don't be afraid of clashing prints and colour.
What three items should every woman own?
A perfect fitting pair of blue jeans, a soft white T-shirt that shows your décolletage and a teeny tiny lil slip dress.
What’s your favourite pair of shoes?
At the moment it's my pink Nike Cortez.
What’s your most important beauty rule?
Wear sun screen and exfoliate!
Favourite item of clothing you’re currently wearing?
Sweat pants and beret.
Where are we most likely to find you on a Friday night/ Sunday morning?
Friday night date with my husband, we like to play arcade games and get dinner. Sunday morning, avena and eggs with my boys
Your favourite place to eat?
Señor Pan! Incredible Cuban food and child friendly.
What’s your favourite thing to cook?
Spaghetti
Your biggest fear?
Heights
What do you want from your career?
To stay inspired and get better as a photographer.
What quality do you most admire in other people?
The ability to do maths.
What are your hopes for the year ahead?
Take good pictures.
What’s next?
More kids, more photos, more thrifting, more Cuban food.
What's your favourite picture you've posted on your Instagram?
My son at a NYFW presentation. He's 1 and totally hamming it up and stealing the show lol!
Your biggest achievement to date?
Working for my photo heroes.
Tell us a joke…
Too much pressure!
What's your favourite Instagram account?
If you had to stake your life on a beauty product, what would it be?
Liquid eye liner.
How would you sum your style up in three words?
Easy, Chic, Mami.
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