Smyrna accountant dyed her hair red and fired up her wardrobe

Eileen Smith Dallabrida

Special To The News Journal

WHO: Lisa Snow Hastings, 53, of Smyrna, Managing Partner at Faw Casson, Certified Public Accountants, in Dover.

WHY: She was nominated by Tonda Parks, who says, “Lisa always looks polished and professional, with an added dash of fashion flair.”

HER STYLE: Colorful. “When I went from blonde to redhead my wardrobe and makeup became more dramatic.”

WEARING, at her home in Smyrna:

FIRST OUTFIT — Brown Nic + Zoe sweater; NYDJ blue jeans; Born boots ("I have 2 pair, they are super comfy and wear great"); two Arden Bardol necklaces ("Her pieces mix and match wonderfully"); a vintage button ring she picked up at a street fair somewhere; and our puppies Jake and Elwood ("The Blues Brothers!").

SECOND OUTFIT — Funky red tunic top she picked up at a boutique shop; black leggings from Nordstrom Rack ("Inexpensive and so comfy I went back and bought three more pairs"); red suede Aerosole pumps; leather and gold coin toggle necklace; gold swirl ring ("I think I got this from the estate case at Sayers Jewelers"): and gold watch ("Bought this for myself when I made partner").

Lisa Hastings wears a Brown Nic + Zoe sweater; NYDJ blue jeans; and Born boots with her dogs Jake and Elwood.

THIRD OUTFIT — Teal silk DKNY dress with asymmetrical hem; teal leather jacket by Lafayette 148 ("I have several of their jackets, They’re expensive but their style is timeless and they last forever"); brown snakeskin pumps by Bella Vita ("I have wide feet and this brand is very comfy"): white gold necklace and silver Florentine coin, bought in Florence, Italy; and silver artisan ring from a little shop in Ireland.

WHERE SHE SHOPS: Nordstrom and smaller boutique stores. “When I travel, I have time to shop at interesting stores where I can find unique pieces. I just bought some great things at Deanna’s in Lewes.”

HOW SHE SHOPS: When not traveling, she often shops online, “especially Nordstrom, where shipping is free coming and going.”

FASHION ICON: Coco Chanel. “She encouraged women to put on everything you love and then take one thing off. She knew how to keep it elegant.” Also her Mom. “She’s careful with her clothes so they last, and she looks put together everywhere she goes.”

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FAVORITE DESIGN LABEL: Eileen Fisher.

MOST RECENT PURCHASE: A multi-color geometric shirt with a stand-up color from Deanna’s.

OLDEST ITEM IN HER CLOSET: Her grandmother’s mink coat.

MANE, MANICURE AND MAKEUP: She relies on the Upper Cut in Dover. Barb is her go-to for her tresses. “She showed me a lot of products and I love the color we settled on.” She gets a gel manicure from Debbie when she travels. She applies makeup daily, “unless it’s the weekend or I’m at the beach. My makeup is all Bobbi Brown, my skin care is Bobbi Brown and Aveda, and a facial at the change of every season with Kathy Lee is a must.”

Lisa Hastings wears a teal silk DKNY dress with asymmetrical hem; teal leather jacket by Lafayette 148 and brown snakeskin pumps by Bella Vita.

BEST FOOT FORWARD: “I love it when I find a good-looking, comfortable shoe.”

FAVORITE COLOR: Red.

FAVORITE FRAGRANCE: Salvador Dali. “It’s nice that my husband still notices my perfume after 23 years.”

WORTH THE SPLURGE: “Accessories, scarves, jewelry and purses, things that will always fit no matter our size.” She is also fond of Arden Bardol jewelry, architectural pieces.

NOT WORTH THE SPLURGE: “Casual clothes. I get a season or two out of them and then I’m done."

FAVORITE FASHION RESOURCE: The Nordstrom website. “I scroll through at lunch a couple times a week.”

WISH I HADN’T BOUGHT IT: Conservative dark suits. “I needed them at one time, but now they just sit in the closet.”

THE GREAT PANTYHOSE DEBATE: “I wear them seasonally.”

ORGANIZATION TIPS: “I hang clothes left to right, light to dark, short sleeves to long sleeves. The CPA in me really comes through that way. My favorite place to donate clothes is the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition’s Savvy Resale Shop in North Wilmington.”

Lisa Hastings wears a funky red tunic top she picked up at a boutique shop; black leggings from Nordstrom Rack; and red suede Aerosole pumps.

THOUGHTS ON AGING: “I’m not afraid of it. It’s better to have birthdays than not have birthdays.”

FASHION NO-NO: “Clothes that don’t fit right. I hate to see women fuss with their clothes all night.”

GO-TO OUTFIT ON SATURDAY NIGHT: “Black jeans, a funky top and a black leather jacket with some cool jewelry.”

FASHION EVOLUTION: “I was a farm kid. My brother and I were the first generation to go to college. Fashion wasn’t on the radar until I started my career and needed to be taken seriously. Back then, dark suits were like armor for professional women. As I got into my 40s, I realized that I could dress more creatively, and paying more for good clothes was worth it. Now, my style is sharp, rather than conservative.”

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INDISPENSABLE WARDROBE ITEM: Orbis silver and gold jewelry from Sayers Jewelers in Smyrna. “You can change the colors of the spheres. I’ve gotten a lot of use out of them, especially when I travel.”

ACE ACCESSORY: “A chunky bold white gold necklace with a Florentine pendant. My husband and I found it in Italy and it makes me feel like a million bucks. Also, my smile is my door opener. Every outfit and every introduction is better with a smile.”

PANTS OR SKIRTS? Pants.

HEELS OR FLATS? Heels.

DIAMONDS OR PEARLS? Diamonds.

WHY FASHION IS IMPORTANT: “You only get a short time to make a first impression. You are telling others you care enough to present a positive image to the world. It lets people know you care enough to dress up for them.”