Q&A: Todd Oldham Explains Why Every Designer Should Own a Makeup Kit

The tireless multihyphenate talks about his heroes, theories on color, and new line of products for children.
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You’ve worked in fashion, interiors, photography, crafts, book publishing, and more. Through it all, one constant has been a focus on modern design. What does "modern" mean to you? 

Modern is a filter. It’s not a fabric. It’s about serving others rather than yourself. Alexander Girard felt he was there to make everyone’s life better. He sincerely knew he could do it, and he was right. It was like presents. He offered you presents. 

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