Simply Abu Dhabi Magazine XIX

1 9 0 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I Though a naturalised American citizen now, Mrs Herrera, 76, was born María Carolina Josefina Pacanins y Niño in Caracas, Venezuela. Her socialite grandmother introduced her to the world of fashion at a young age, taking her to shows by Balenciaga and buying her outfits at Lanvin and Dior. She once said of her childhood: "My eye was accustomed to see pretty things." Herrera remembers her childhood fondly, a time which she surely draws on for her collections, feeding her memories into her designs. “I always remember my childhood house with happy memories,” she said. “There was a beautiful garden, and outside my bedroom window was a jasmine vine which would open in the evenings, giving off a divine scent.” With this collection, Herrera provides a celebration of the finest moments dedicated to travel and leisure time; a unique look at children’s fashion which is sure to be adored by her fans and contribute to her varied and recognisable collections.