We recently spoke with award winning stylist Avigail Collins, a rare talent who moves effortlessly between editorial cool and streetwise accessibility, bringing her unmistakable style to every project. From working with global icons like Rihanna, Kim Kardashian, Lorde, and Rita Ora, to creating striking looks for Italian Vogue, Vanity Fair, Interview, iD, Hunger, Twin, and Dazed, her aesthetic is both expansive and deeply personal. She also co-founded Silver Spoon Attire with her husband Damian Collins, a brand that reflects her instinctive flair for accessorizing as much as for dressing. Recently the couple also launched Organic Research Group, an archive and vintage platform where they personally curate rare vintage pieces sourced from their years in styling.
What struck us most in our conversation is how she weaves influences, not just high fashion but also vintage, streetwear, music, and art, into styling that feels contemporary without ever being dependent on trends. She often returns to the same principles: the power of fit, the art of layering, the mix of rough and refined, and the tension between statement and simplicity.
As Fall Settles In, Avigail’s Perspective Offers a Shift in Mindset
It is not about chasing every new silhouette, but about reimagining what you already own, finding new ways to wear familiar pieces, with lighter fabrics layered under structured jackets and a palette that reflects the shift in season.
When we asked about styling through the summer to fall transition, Avigail described it as an exercise in contrast. “I love mixing something sheer or slinky from summer, like a silk slip or mesh tee, with heavier fall layers such as a vintage blazer or worn in leather jacket,” she told us. “Accessories can really help anchor things, a chunkier shoe or structured bag instantly brings summer pieces into fall.”
Speaking about wardrobe staples, she explained her obsession with vintage menswear tailoring. “An oversized tailored jacket or blazer is always at the top of my list,” she said. “I am constantly pulling old tuxedo jackets, military coats, and well worn chore coats for clients and shoots. To balance these structured pieces, I also love cropped trousers styled with loafers or ballet flats, which create that ideal balance between seasons. Layering a fine long sleeve beneath a graphic tee is another simple way to extend summer pieces into fall with intention.”
Avigail’s Thoughts on Layering
On the subject of layering, Avigail emphasized proportion and palette. “I tend to layer with tonal colors or stay within a tight color story so it feels elevated, not chaotic,” she explained. “And I always build from the inside out, starting with the piece that feels most you that day and layering accordingly. Do not forget the power of a belt, it can completely change a silhouette and add interest without bulk if done right.”
She also reflected on common mistakes she sees at this time of year. “People often rush into full on fall mode too quickly with heavy knits, boots, and dark colors,” she said. “Instead, ease into it. Use one fall piece at a time. Also, do not sleep on tailoring. A jacket that fits right on the shoulder or a pant hemmed to the perfect length can make all the difference when you are working with layered looks.”
Avigail’s Fall Essentials
When asked about her fall essentials, she answered without hesitation: “A vintage scarf, always. I keep one in every bag. You can wear it a dozen ways, knotted around your neck, tied on a tote, layered under a blazer, or as a headscarf. It is that small accessory that makes a big impact.”
In speaking with Avigail, we were reminded that fall dressing is less about replacing your wardrobe and more about reinterpreting it. Her styling tips are a masterclass in contrast and creativity, proving that thoughtful choices, whether a scarf or a perfectly cut blazer, can bring familiar pieces to life.
This season, instead of overhauling your closet, consider Avigail’s approach: blend past and present, balance softness with structure, and treat each outfit like a story waiting to be told. Because true style, as she makes clear, is never seasonal, it is how you make every season feel like your own.
