A Chinese-American raised in Orange County, where he worked on the Development label, Phillip Lim moved East in 2005 to launch his own collection. It has fast become a favorite of fashion insiders for its super-chic look minus the sky-high price. His first freestanding store opens on New York's Mercer Street this summer.
On the eve of the CFDA Awards, nominee Phillip Lim shares a few of his favorite things with Style.com.



