The Line-Up with Alexa Runsdorf of Henri
We sat down with our friend, the multi-talented New York designer Alexa Runsdorf, as she shared what inspires her and keeps her going.
See the full interview HERE
Where are you from?
New York City
What is something most people don’t know about you?
I love the ballet.
Favorite city to live in / favorite to visit?
Paris. I could go a hundred times and still discover something new.
Favorite hotel(s) in the world?
I grew up going to Macakizi in Bodrum. It’s so fun and easy, surrounded by endless deep blue water, and the food is amazing. When the lunch bell rings, it’s pure joy. A couple of summers ago, my boyfriend and I stayed at Masseria Calderisi in Puglia. We rented a Vespa, explored the area, and absolutely loved it.
Last concert you saw?
Been too long!
If we hacked onto your Spotify, what would we be listening to?
Olivia Dean
Favorite restaurant(s)?
Vinegar Hill House
Favorite essentials clothing brand(s)?
A brand we should know?
Henri – my knitwear brand, which I launched last year.
Wrap top
Where do you go to get inspired?
Every day.. in archives and through my friends.
Favorite store?
I’m a big vintage lover. I just discovered Pre-Clothed in Paris last week, it was a dream.
Any tattoos. If so, care to share of what/ the story behind?
None!
Person you most look up to?
My mom
Thoughts on love?
I love love. I’m a secret hopeless romantic.
Dream car?
A 70s audi station wagon.
Vintage 1970’s Audi station wagon
Favorite shoes - casual and for a night out?
Herbert Levine for a night out. The Row ballet flats every day, I don’t wear heels too often.
Favorite quote?
“The only way out is through.”
Workout(s) of choice?
Pilates
Something you are most excited about for the future?
Henri Collection 3 launching in November
Artist you love?
Lilou Marquand.
Causes you give back to?
Animal shelters. If my boyfriend allowed it, I’d probably have ten dogs.