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There is no one who emulates Carolina Herrera — a brand that personifies ladylike chic — more appropriately than Mrs. Herrera herself: famous for her crisp white blouses, impeccable roster of lady fans (she has dressed everyone from Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis to Michelle Obama), and her perfectly curated collections shown during New York Fashion Week at the Frick. The Venezuelan-born designer’s all-around aesthetic amounts to what one might call unattainable lifestyle goals. Lucky for us, Mrs. Herrera offered a peek into her Pinterest-perfect world via a few of her favorite things. All ladylike, of course.

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Favorite flower? I like sweet peas because they look like multicolored butterflies in a vase. Floral arrangements, price upon request at Miho Florist, 310 E. 44th St.Handout
Favorite candle? Mizensir for Carolina Herrera I have always been fascinated by scents and Jasmine is one of my favorites. Candle, $80 at carolinaherrera.com Handout
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Favorite stationary? I like Thornwillow now because it's a new firm doing an ancient technique. Custom engraved stationery, starting at $285, and Matchbox Identity cards, starting at $135 both at thornwillow.com Handout
Favorite evening bag? My favorite is an old Cartier handbag. It's black satin with a gold chain and a gold diamond and emerald clasp. Bag (similar styles), price upon request at Cartier, 828 Madison Ave.Handout
Favorite day bag? My favorite day bag is the CH Matryoshka bag; I have them in different colors. My absolute favorite one is green crocodile; I wear it all the time! "Matryoshka" bag, $780 at carolinaherrera.comHandout
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Favorite piece of jewelry? My Topaz bangle that my husband designed and gave to me when my daughter Patricia was born! Verdura 18-k yellow gold cuff, $17,750 at bergdorfgoodman.comHandout
Favorite piece of art? My favorite piece of art is a small painting of roses and lilacs by Madeline Lemaire. It's a typical watercolor of hers and always hangs in my bedroom. "Study of Lilacs and Roses" painting by Madeleine Lemaire, $60 at art.comHandout
Favorite weekend shoe? My favorite weekend shoes are a pair of red crocodile driving shoes from TOD's. They are very comfortable and they can drive you very far! Red Croc "Gommino" driving shoes, price upon request TOD'S, 650 Madison Ave.Handout
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Favorite coffee table books? My favorite one right now is Hieronymus Bosch, Visions of Genius. He has always been my favorite painter and this book is a wonderful study of his imagination. "Hieronymus Bosch: Visions of Genius" by Matthijs Ilsink & Jos Koldeweij, $24 at barnesandnoble.com
Favorite room spray? Bois Moussu from Maitre parfumeur et gantier. There's nothing better than having the fresh scent of forest moss in your room! Maitre Parfumeur et Gantier Bois Moussu room spray, $52 at shopping-premiereavenue.comHandout
Favorite lipstick? I always wear the shade Carolina by Bobbi Brown. It was created by Bobbi and inspired by me! Sheer lip color in "Carolina", $27 at bobbibrowncosmetics.comHandout
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Favorite sunglasses? I love sunglasses! This CH Carolina Herrera pair is my favorite right now because the touch of blue makes them super fun for the spring. Sunglasses, $375 at carolinaherrera.com Handout
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