Intermountain Health Internist Audrey Cruz draws inspiration from the women in her family — her grandmother was a designer and seamstress — and her namesake Audrey Hepburn. She’s honed a personal look that’s so polished, Mattel based one of its Barbie Role Models on her, recognizing her work and advocacy during the pandemic. Yet, Cruz says, she only recently discovered self-expression through fashion. “As a student, I was basically limited to scrubs in a certain color,” Cruz says. “So, once I finished residency, I really started to explore more about what it is that I truly enjoyed,” which, as a young physician on the go, turned out to be equal parts classic, chic, and comfortable. Here’s more of Cruz’s style, in her own words.
DRESS
($397) by Cinq à Sept
It’s very versatile and can be worn in both a professional as well as social setting.
PUMPS
($1,200) by Christian Louboutin
I personally really love comfortable shoes, and I just want something I can walk in — which these are. They’re also very versatile.
EARRINGS
(gift — $500 estimated from comparable items) from Macy’s
These are really meaningful to me because my mom got them for me on my 25th birthday, when I first entered medical school. So, I wear them everywhere, and I feel like I’m carrying my mom’s self-care.
STETHOSCOPE
($200) by Littmann
In the past I’ve had like a black stethoscope and a blue one. When I finally finished my training, I was like You know what, I want something that’s a little bit more me and I feel like this really reflects my personality. And it helps my patients really know who I am.
BLAZER
($150) by Express
When you add a blazer to a dress, it really adds that professional touch to it. Also, it gives a feminine look to the whole outfit.
BRACELET AND NECKLACE
(gifts — $900 estimated) by Valentino
Like the earrings, they have emotional significance. ... It’s a great motivator, since they’re (from) the people that help inspire and motivate me.
