About

The woman who
actually loves packing

A man and woman standing inside a warmly lit room with wooden paneled walls, patterned floor tiles, and wicker furniture. The woman is wearing a patterned jumpsuit and holding a bag, while the man is dressed in a black top and white pants.
Woman taking a mirror selfie in a dressing room, wearing a denim romper, holding a red clutch, with gold jewelry and bracelets.

— My story

The friend favor,
made official

I'm Heather — and for as long as I can remember, friends have handed me their suitcase and said "just tell me what to bring."

I've always believed that how you dress on a trip shapes how you experience it. When you feel put-together, you walk differently. You say yes to the unexpected dinner. You feel like yourself, wherever you are.

Départ by Heather is that friend favor, made official. Every piece chosen for a reason. Every look planned so you never stand in a hotel room at 7pm feeling like you brought all the wrong things.

I'm based in Chicago and offer in-person sessions for local clients. Virtual styling is available for clients everywhere.

— Heather

——What I believe

The philosophy
behind every edit

WHAT I BELIEVE

01

Intention over volume

Ten pieces that work together are worth more than thirty that don't. Every item in your suitcase should earn its space.

02

Versatility is luxury

A dress that works for dinner and the beach is more valuable than two separate pieces. The best travel wardrobes remix endlessly.

03

You, only better

I'm not here to change your style — I'm here to edit it. Every lookbook sounds like you, just more confident and prepared.

04

Feeling good is the point

Travel is supposed to be joyful. Getting dressed on vacation should feel like a gift, not a problem. That's what I'm here to make happen.

05

The mix is the magic

Style is the edit. Knowing what to splurge on and what to skip is its own kind of luxury.

A young woman taking a mirror selfie in a hallway. She is wearing a black sleeveless top, a black skirt with white polka dots, and brown lace-up sandals. She holds a small light-colored handbag and has accessories including bracelets and a necklace. Her hair is styled in loose waves.
A woman taking a mirror selfie in a room with a beige wall decorated with small gold balls. She is wearing a burgundy blouse and a matching burgundy skirt, with black shoes adorned with embellishments.

MEXICO

PARIS, FRANCE

Two people standing in a warmly lit room with wooden paneled walls, a lamp, and wicker furniture.
A young woman taking a selfie in an elevator mirror. She is wearing a dark denim romper with buttons down the front, holding a pink clutch, and has long blonde hair.

MEXICO

MALLORCA, SPAIN

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