NYC Looks

Nana, 27

“For today’s outfit, I was focusing on comfort. The weather kind of inspired me, so I wanted to bring some lighter colors into the look, but I didn’t want it to feel too boring. So I mixed sportswear with a preppy vibe, kind of inspired by old magazines like TUNE or FRUiTS. I am wearing an LGB zip-up hoodie, a plain white tank, a black pleated skirt, Hello Kitty sandals, and accessorized it with a striped tie, white leg warmers, and a Disorder beanie.”

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Mimi, 22

“I’m wearing dress and necklace from Ashley Williams, and shoes from Grape. I amd deeply inspired by nostalgia and girlhood vibe.”

Papoy, 22

“For the top I’m wearing a bono style jacket I thrifted from a Japanese seller on instagram, Kmrii for the belt bag, and then custom made pants by my friend paul, @soomin._______ . For the shoes I’m wearing metal heeled Guidis, and then all my jewelry is thrifted. I take inspiration from punk/Japanese brands—and then try to incorporate them into my personal style. I’ve always been a fan of heavily accessorizing as I feel it’s like character customization and shows off your personalities/interests.”

Cynthia, 21

“The cap is from Miu Miu, the knit vest is from Polo Ralph Lauren, I can’t remember the shorts’ brand but I am sure it’s a domestic Chinese brand, the boots are from Acne Studios. The outfit doesn’t have an actual inspiration, I just randomly picked them from my closet; the reason I chose them might due to their similar color system.”

Michael, 22

“I have a Comme des Garçon jacket, and a long sleeve green hoodie from Number (N)Ine. Shorts are from Namesake and boots from Comme des Garçons. My style is influenced by a lot of Japanese street styles. For this outfit I wanted it to have a little bit of casual mixed with street styles. Something with color but not too wild keep it simple. Making sure I’m able to move with flexibility.”

Melati, 41

“I’m wearing a hand-painted, plant-dyed t-shirt by Eirinn Hayhow, thrifted bag and skirt, vintage Skechers lovingly customized with scratch detailing by my cat Moki, ring by Suzzanah Wainhouse, another ring from a guy selling jewelry on the beach in Indonesia. I’m inspired by Octavia Butler, dolphins and echolocation, the women who made work the world wasn’t ready for, generative music, animism and climate anxiety.”

Sarah, 27

“I’m finally quitting my job today. So this is my “Quit-Outfit”. If anyone is hiring, I am your girl! I’m wearing a thrifted sheer turquoise top from Koas. Layered with a black top from Gap. Everyone’s wearing Gap. Gap is back. But it also never left. My skirt is a thrifted Anthropologie skirt. My shoes are thrifted Ecco shoes. My purse is Vera Pelle, also thrifted. My rings are all vintage, my favorite one is the sliver one from Russia that my mother used to wear in her 20s. It’s my good luck charm. The closest people in my life inspire to be fearless in the way I dress and express myself. On my first day of high school I wanted to wear Zebra patterned pants but was scared I’d freak out the school. My older sister told me being freaky was good. From that moment on, I decided that getting dressed is all about how good it feels to freak the people out.”

Eva, 22

“I’m wearing a vintage girl scout jacket that even has a name tag and it belonged to a Barbra Hould (which I love to thing that I’m celebrating her and all her patches that she earned!) , bubble pants, a vintage knitted flower hat, and a vintage 80s clown purse. I love interesting, quirky, and eclectic pieces that are one of a kind. I worked at a wonderful vintage store in Texas and started collecting vintage garments and hats for the last 5 years. I absolutely love hats and wear one everyday! I also love color and wearing clothes that make me happy to put on everyday and inspire others to express their individuality through the way that the dress. Since mostly everything I wear is vintage and second hand I like to think about the fabulous people who owned these pieces before me and enjoy the idea that I get to give them a new home!”

Elleree, 34

“Getting dressed is like playtime for me. I don’t think it needs to be so serious. I think we all need more whimsy and patterns. Clowns inspire my style. Everything is thrifted except the Ganni pants and Fluevog boots. ”

Heidy, 40

“The dress is thrifted from my friend’s store in Lisbon named Boudoir. The coat is also thrifted but I can’t remember from where. The boots are from Rainbow’s – my favorite shoes all come from there honestly. They always have the most fun style, they last for a long time and they are comfy. I’m inspired by anything playful, vibrant, and colourful.“

Davina, 23

“I’m wearing all Tibi! I love turning silhouettes on their head and finding new ways to wear the pieces I already own, so I’m actually wearing my trench coat inside out! It gives the look a sportier edge, and honestly, who cares if the labels and product details are showing? Once you lean into something with confidence it automatically becomes the status quo. I’m inspired by everything and everyone who is a visual communicator. Personal style is its own kind of storytelling, and I love being able to read that story in the people around me.”

Christopher, 37

“My style is inspired by curiosity more than rules, dahling. Nature. Black culture. Queer joy. Elders with presence. Children with imagination. I’m inspired by anything that reminds me that personal style can be both armor and play. And honestly? The older I get, the more I’m inspired by people who look like they got dressed for themselves instead of for approval. There’s something deeply stylish about someone fully existing in their own language. My sunglasses are by 12PM Studios, coat and shirt by Christopher John Rogers, jeans Zara, bag by Telfar, and shoes by JW Anderson. ”

Sydney, 31

“My style is ultimately inspired by street style but also music and the different subcultures that exist bc of music. I usually wake up everyday and decide in the moment what I wear, everything is organic. I also kind of think of myself as a doll when I’m dressing myself. So what would the Sydney doll wear to work, concerts, raves, etc. Now I’m wearing a Neiman Marcus fur denim jacket, Gimaguas denim, Coach bag, Armani Exchange mesh top, fur boots, and thrifted jewelry.

Nyla, 28

“I'm wearing orange suede and lamb fur trim trench, a vintage Spanish leather and jersey top, and Kript mesh flare pants. I’m inspired by textures and life around me when I get dressed in the morning. My emotions derive the look for the day.”

Emily, 31

“I’m wearing a concert tee from one of my fave pop girlies, Maude Latour. I styled it with a vintage yellow prairie skirt, a blue jacket that I got from Rent the Runway sample sale that I replaced the buttons on, my Rilakkuma bag that I bought from a local business in Astoria, my signature buckle flats, and my kookiest pair of sunglasses that I bought at the Rose Bowl flea market in California. To this day, I’m still so heavily inspired by the soft grunge aesthetic from my Tumblr days (2012-2013). I also love playing with color blocking, pattern mixing, and layering.”

Star, 22

“Things that inspire my style are rich saturated colors, layers that move well in the wind, and being maximalist with both my femininity and masculinity. I am wearing all thrifted items and a hand-me-down pair of pants I altered into bell bottoms.”