Chicago’s Elizabeth De La Piedra makes it all look effortless. With a natural sense of style and creative energy that flows through everything she does, she merges the worlds of art, design, and personal expression. Between balancing motherhood, her photography, and a love for all things creative, Elizabeth manages to stay focused while constantly evolving.
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← Throughout her career Elizabeth has been wrapped up in a never ending pursuit to be “better.” “I want to make beautiful things and to make people stop for a second when they’re scrolling,” she says. Heels: Vintage Steve Madden
→ Where would one find Elizabeth on a weekend in Chicago? “The thrift store Village Discount—every single one of them,” she says. “Music Box Theatre and Logan Theatre, too.” Bag: Vintage Celine
← “Honestly, I black out when I shoot because I’m so focused,” she says. “There are photos of me in contorted positions. I don’t even know what I’m doing—I’m just getting the shot.”
→ When it comes to her style on set, Elizabeth doesn’t sweat the details. She’s all about comfort and practicality. “I don’t collect clothes or accessories that are garbage in terms of single-use things,” she says. Her everyday essentials include a lighter, along with jewelry and a pair of grills by Secret of Manna.
← When Elizabeth walks into the studio for the first time—especially if she’s meeting big talent—her approach is simple: “I’m always professional and super nice.” she says. “Everyone should be.” Flats: Vintage Chanel
→ “I love this Heimer chainmail bag,” she says. “It’s made from repurposed, recycled materials by an incredible designer in London. I think it’s amazing—and it’s perfect for joints.”
A version of this article originally appeared in Sixtysix Issue 14.