“Just as any working mom in New York does, I always strive for balance,” says Williard. “These essentials inspire me to keep life simple yet sophisticated, so I can focus on building our business to its potential.” Portrait courtesy of Grant Legan“These sunglasses are sexy, taking your outfit from basic to chic. Or in my case, mom to cool mom.” Mektoub Black Acetate, $360, Port Tanger, porttanger.com“After a long day of work, this product helps detoxify and restore my skin. It’s a blend of antioxidant- and mineral-rich botanicals and salts. Your skin is a dream after using it.” nourish facial exfoliant, $46, Ona Organics, onaorganics.com“We leave this book on our table in the salon, and have a few of her pieces hanging on the walls. Her book and photographs exude complete creativity, and a bit of rebellion—just how we like to work.” The Untamed Eye, by Stephanie Pfriender Stylander, $45, available at Barnes and Noble, barnesandnoble.com“I rock these flats with shorts, dresses or jeans; they are timeless, effortless and casual.” Flat Princetown bee & star mule, $820, Gucci, available at Bergdorf Goodman, bergdorfgoodman.com“This vegan bronzer, blush and highlighter trio gives your face a luminous wash of color using a luxe cream-to-satin finish.” ILLUME sheer color trio in sunset, $62, Hourglass Cosmetics, hourglasscosmetics.com“This limited-edition line was created to promote diversity and women’s empowerment.” Imaan x FRAME zip up hoodie in poppy, $225, Frame, frame-store.com“This blend of hydrating oils and reparative protein is all I need during the summer. I use it on my dry ends after a beach day, and my hair soaks up the coconut-woodsy smell.” Healing oil, $42, Virtue, virtuelabs.comwellness
