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Mixing Business With Pleasure

Shawuan Johnson, SVP and GMM of women's apparel & accessories at Tommy Hilfiger North America, strutted to the top of the fashion industry by merging her style sense with business smarts.
By Angela Bronner Helm; Edited By T · Updated October 27, 2020
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Shawaun Johnson

Shawuan Johnson says hard work is the cornerstone of her successful career in fashion

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Bag

A small, vintage, black quilted Chanel. “One day my daughter will be sneaking into my closet to carry it.”

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Statement Piece

Leather Tommy trench from fall 2012. “I love the unique color and it keeps me warm. It’s a bit of practical luxury.”

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Fragrance

Tokyo Milk Tainted Love No. 62 Parfum. “It’s yummy.”

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Wine

Antigal Uno Malbec. “It’s delicious and it won’t break the bank.”

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Designers

“Tom Ford for his sexy. Stella McCartney for her cool factor. Alexander McQueen’s vision.”

Tom Ford, London Fashion Week Spring 2014.

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Hotel

Rockhouse in Negril, Jamaica. “It’s one of the best experiences I’ve ever had.”

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