My best friend has this best friend that is the perfect amount of intimidating. They call her "HardCory" and for years I have been in awe. Cory is full of confidence, with more than enough talent, personality, and damn-good-stories to back it up. Like when college didn't go according to plan and she still made it in the fashion industry, without the major major labels are looking for. She achieved the dream of leaving the nightmare that is the LIRR. Making Manhattan, for a time, her HOME. And now she's on to even wilder adventures. Join Cory and I as we reminisce over Long Island childhoods, as we navigate NYC versus LA living, and as we pay homage to the supportive mother who laid the groundwork for it all.  Here is Cory Casella: prolific designer, forever NY It-Girl, loudest laugher I know.