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A Chat With Design Director Guin
Meet Guin
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Job Title: Design Director
Toad Tenure: 13 years
Best Toad Times: Grilled Cheese Smackdowns, campfire songs, and digging through vintage shops for treasures with my team.
Why Toad: I get to work with some seriously fab people.
An Everyday Skill: Pragmatism
In A Different Life: I might have been a florist, a sommelier, or running a B&B.
AM or PM: I’m a night owl.
Favorite Condiment in the Fridge: Mustard
Ideal Vacation: A rigorous hike with a stunning view, followed by an equally stunning spa day, and plenty of delicious food.
Comfort TV: Friends, Seinfeld, and anything with Chris Farley
What You’re Doing Outside: Pottering around with my sweet fam.
Always In Your Car: A big jug-o-water, sunscreen, and a yoga mat.
Under-packer or Over-packer: Just right. I have a “no checked luggage” rule so what I’m bringing has to fit in my rolling bag.
Simple Joy: It’s fall in the Midwest (where I live), so I’m leaning into ambient lighting. At 4PM lamps are flicked on and candles are lit for dinner.
Daily Luxury: Cappuccino
Home State Pride: This is probably hard to believe but… my home state of MN has more miles of shoreline than California!
Personal style: My personal style is grounded in a balance of masculine and feminine elements. I often take cues from classic menswear— think preppy tailoring or sporty collegiate references— and pair them with softer, more personal touches, like a pearl necklace my mom hand-knotted for me or a silk floral scarf tied in my hair. I love playing with texture and layering, and I’m drawn to pieces that tell a story. One of my go-tos is a threadbare vintage crewneck sweatshirt in a bold color, or one of my dad’s old graphic tees styled with a modern silhouette. It’s a mix of nostalgia and intention—heritage pieces grounded by contemporary updates.
Guin's Picks
A mash-up of vintage-inspired patterns with total "grab-it-from-the-back-of-the-cabin-closet" energy. Cozy, nostalgic, and full of personality.
As a Minnesota girl, I don’t mess around when it comes to winter warmth— and this one’s legit. Packs down nicely, handles East to West Coast temps, and the color combos? So good.
Our version of a “walk-in-the-woods camo.” I’m a big camo fan, and this botanic spin feels grounded, outdoorsy, and totally wearable.
Mid-wale cord with a sneaky dose of hemp—so the drape is incredible. Roomy in the leg, wildly comfortable, and already my go-to cold weather staple.
Kind of a wardrobe sleeper. A quiet hero around the holidays—pair it with your favorite Toad sweater and tights for Friendsgiving and beyond.
I love wearing this with a graphic tee, chunky socks, and slides. The flat-front waistband keeps it polished, while the encased elastic back means all-day comfort. Win-win.
Easy to wear with a subtle pointelle cutout that adds just the right touch of feminine detail. Comes in neutrals that go with everything.
The square neckline, pintucks, and sweet details make this one a standout. Looks great worn loose or with a playful tuck.
Inspired by classic men’s shirting, but with a relaxed, modern cut that makes it an everyday closet staple.
The base of most of my outfits these days. Just cool-girl cuts in the softest fabric. Love our take on the classic ringer stripe this season.
This one’s been in the line for a few seasons, and it’s still a favorite. Like a sweatshirt, but with a little more structure, texture and warmth—perfect for those in-between days.
Sigh. She’s a forever staple. Merino wool on the outside, organic cotton next to skin for comfort, and dreamy melange yarns. With just a touch of ‘90s roll collar nostalgia.
So glad vests are back. This one is cozy, lofty, and incredibly versatile—layer it up, dress it down, make it your own.
