NYFW Recap: Street Style

Hello Pretty People, 

Today I am doing another round up of the street styles that have been captured throughout the week. Since there is only two days left in Fashion Week, I will be focusing this post on street styles and tomorrow will be a complete run down of the week. I hope you all have been able to enjoy this series and engage with it. I love watching Fashion Week and I hope one day I will report it live for you rather than virtually. I mean who doesn’t want to be front row to the hottest shows?!

Let’s take a look at the most recent street styles that have surfaced over the past few days. It truly keeps getting better, I just love it!

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(These photos are from ELLE and I take no ownership of them)

I can go on for hours about why street style is the greatest thing in the fashion world, but instead I’ll leave this pictures here for you to decide. I just love seeing all the individuality with it, and it is insanely refreshing. I feel like New York City and Paris battle it out constantly for the best street styles. After visiting both city’s I can’t decide who does it better. Let me know your favorite street styles or who you think does it better?!

I know this post was a lot shorter than the rest, but I thought I would keep it short and simple for the mid-week blues. I hope you are all having an amazingly productive week. I have some big changes coming to my blog over the next month and if you are frequent reader please sign up/subscribe via email, that way I can add you to an official email list to bring you the latest changes. I am very eager to get the ball rolling on this exciting step but I will need my readers fully behind me.

You’re half way to the weekend…Smile!

xo, Lyss

New York Fashion Week: Street Style

Hello Pretty People,

Today marks the fourth day of NYFW and so far, I am truly impressed. Instead of following the usual fashion of the past few posts, I have decided to focus today’s post on just the street style. Once again, street style is my favorite thing in the world, it is so unique. I love the freedom that each individual has with it. This New York Fashion Week has had some of the best street styles, in my opinion. Let’s take a closer look…

Okay, is the street style just getting better or is it just me?

I absolutely love these classic light wash jeans paired with a long flowing top, that almost resembles a dress. I think this pairing is genius and totally chic. I also love the pop of red with the purse. Finishing the outfit with simple black heels. PERFECTION.

Bringing back the 90’s with a throwback tee and some high-waisted pants, which I love. I am a late 90’s baby, but I still appreciate the fashion from that time. I also see that bandana neck ties are making an appearance this season. I love the mix of colors in both of these outfits, from the red shoes and red baseball cap to the denim jacket and colorful tee. I am obsessed!

Okay…do I even have to explain the perfection with this one?!?

I thought these 3 outfits were the most unique, the incorporated bright colors and edgy style. The long dress on the right is completely and utterly chic, it is the perfect street style for a classy woman. The two on the left are for the edgy party girl, I absolutely love the satin mini dress over a turtle neck long sleeve, it’s flawless. I love that she paired it with ankle boots too! The other girl is rocking a long red hooded, open front jacket with a black dress underneath. I think this outfit screams edge, she is a total badass.

Ugh, street style is the absolute best; it is my favorite part about Fashion Week. I love seeing what surfaces and how the average person takes inspiration from what they see on the runways to the streets. Street style is a true representation of a persons style and individuality.

Do you want to see more street styles? Check out the full album on ELLE.

Check out today’s schedule of shows here!

Thank you all for reading today, I know this post was shorter than the others, but I thought it would be fun to change it up a little. I really hope you liked it and don’t forget to subscribe below. Check back tomorrow for the very first Cafe Chat post, we will be taking a break from Fashion Week festivities to bring you the all new Cafe Chat Collaboration. You won’t want to miss it!

Cheers.

xo, Lyss 

 

New York Fashion Week: Day Two

Hello Readers,

Okay, so let’s just start off right away discussing the Tommy Hilfiger & GiGi Hadid collaborative collection, TommyXGiGi!?!

Starting with the carnival themed ambiance, which included strung lights and fair rides, the show was already set for greatness. The show took place on a pier near Manhattan. Adding in one of the hottest models of our time, GiGi Hadid, this collection was bound to be gold. Tommy Hilfiger is know for his classic American style, but adding this super model to the mix, can you say PERFECT?!

I really feel like this line combined GiGi’s killer street style with Tommy’s classic It Girl look. I love classics and this collection screams classic, therefore, it is now one of my favorites so far. The best part about this line, unlike other lines in Fashion Week, you can buy these garments right now at Tommy Hilfiger. This collection is also for Fall 2016, so be sure you check out the collection now on Tommy.

Now that I have fan-girled about this spectacular line, I can dive into the rest of the post.

The Collections:

Another one of my favorite designers, Kate Spade, showcased her Spring line on the rooftop of The NoMad hotel yesterday. Vogue said “The show itself, however, complete with traditional Andalusian music and a backdrop of Moorish arches, was anything but metropolitan, and instead every bit Morocco-inspired.” This show incorporated theatrical pieces to tie the theme into the new line being showcased. This was very new take for the uptown label, often times we see the brand of Kate Spade New York as a preppy city brand. Seeing the Moroccan inspirations tied in was very neat. The designs this time around had a more bohemian feel than usual, from an embellished shiftdress to flowing long skirts, these pieces are sure to be a staple in the Spring wardrobe of a New Yorker.

Some other shows that caught my eye included Zimmerman’s Spring 2017 line, this was a childhood inspired line from Nicky Zimmerman’s young days in Australia. She was suburban girl, spending her days in the city. “What that morphed into on the runway was clothing that had a ruffled pomp with a polished, DIY kind of indifference, rife with lace, tulle, layers, prints, and detail.” stated Vogue, in it’s rundown of the show. Nicky later described the feel of the show as “kind of sexy pirate”.

Another show I was eager to see was the Monse collection, it has been gaining a lot of media attention because the young start-up company was created by two creative directors from Oscar De La Renta’s staff. After the collection had been displayed, the buzz was over and the company is off to success. The duo talked about how they wanted to incorporate embroidery but while still keeping the designs simple and straight forward. As described by Vogue “The daywear was straightforward, too; their signature poplin shirts were pushed off one shoulder, and silk pajama-inspired pieces with mixed-up stripes made a cool, unfussy statement.” These two designers have a lot on their hands for next season, creating collections for two brands, but we are eager to see what they come up with.

You can check out more of the collections by picking a designer below or visiting Vogue.com. 

Akris | Rebecca Taylor | Milly  | Cynthia Rowley

Street Style:

Let’s cut to the chase and get to my favorite part…STREET STYLE.

(Photographer Tyler Joe via ELLE.com)

My Thoughts:

Kate Spade is one of my favorite designers right now, I am a fan of her preppy NYC style and her purses are the best. Their simplicity makes them easy to match with any outfit, or you can choose to buy a quirky cartoon purse and spice up your outfit with it. Clearly, the TommyXGiGi line is now a favorite of mine. I was so impressed with what the two came up with, I think it was the perfect mix of street style and classic It Girl.

The street style from yesterday was definitely better than the day before, I was totally in awe. I love the freedom in street style and you can see this in Day Two’s street style wrap up.

Overall, I think the collections that were displayed today were amazing and I am just looking forward to seeing so much more from all of these fresh, new designers, as well as seeing what the veterans of the industry have to offer.

Find today’s schedule of shows here, or look at tomorrows here!

Want more? Visit my favorite Fashion Week coverage sites Vogue or ELLE

Did you miss Day One? check out my recap here.

Thank you all so much for reading today, do not be afraid to share your favorites with me in the comments below or on Twitter @Vogue_VanGogh. I really would love to connect with you. Also, stay tuned for a break in this mini series on Monday morning when I post the first ever Cafe Chat. This is a collaboration with some of my blogger friends, who I know you will adore too. Please look for that Monday morning, but for now, keep your eyes on the runway for some more inspiration.

Happy Saturday.

xo, Lyss

 

My Guide to Paris Street Style

Hello Cuties,

Looking for that perfect guide to Parisian style? Well lucky for you I was able to do some research on Paris Street Style; basically I just observed the people in Paris everyday. First of all, Parisians are the gods of street style, lets just clear that up. They are always chic, even when they aren’t trying. I do not know how they do it, but they rock it.

Everyday I rode the metro for 40 minutes to get to my class, at first I dreaded the long commute but I quickly fell in love with it when I passed the Eiffel Tower every morning and I got to see all these perfect Parisians getting on and off the train. I was able to see new and different outfits/styles every morning. I took some of my own creepy photos to capture the outfits. For my guide to Paris Street Style I am going to share my personal outfits that I put together during the week, along with photos I took on the streets. I will also add an essentials closet guide at the end of the post, so you can build your Parisian wardrobe for the Fall. Lets get started!

My style for the week:

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Embroidered Jacket | AE Ripped Jeans | Simple Yellow Tank

Simple ‘Bad Habits’ Tee | Army Green Long Skirt | Steve Madden Tote

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Blue Striped Button Down | AE Ripped Jeans |Vintage Black Purse | Vintage Scarf

Light Washed Denim Shorts | Striped Sweater w/ Patches | Favorite Bracelet Set

These were my favorite outfits out of the week, I won’t share specific brand names for everything because it’s more about the outfit than the brands I am wearing. I want to show you outfits that are possible with basics from your existing wardrobe. For example, the blue button down can be exchanged for a white button down or the striped sweater can be swapped out for a solid colored sweater. Sometimes you just have to revamp your current wardrobe by changing your perspective on your old clothes. Play with new pairs and mix it up.

Straight from the Streets:

One of my favorite things about the fashion in Paris is how the women can turn a tomboy look feminine by a simple accessory or some lipstick. The fashion for women is very “from my boyfriends closet” look; it’s comfortable yet still chic. The men of France are also stylish, they roll their black denim jeans and wear the same button downs as the women. Probably because the women took that same button up from them last week. Button downs are a staple piece for the Parisians closet, for men and women. Elbow patches on sweaters and button downs are popular right now too. Another popular fashion is wearing Adidas or New Balance tennis shoes with basically everything, as seen above a blue polka dot dress or boyfriend jeans and leather jacket. I also find it interesting how Parisians will wear jeans and a jacket right in the heart of summer, I guess fashion never waits for the weather.

I really liked the top photo; it’s 3 friends walking side by side and all their outfits coordinate in the slightest way: brown purses, black flats and black pleated trousers. They are the perfect shot of Paris street style, simple, classic and chic.

Parisian Style in your existing wardrobe:

• Button downs of any sort: A classic button down can be paired with your favorite jeans, an old skirt or worn as pajamas.
• Favorite Jeans: This is up to your discretion, these are a pair of jeans that fit perfect and hug your booty just right. They are your go to pants and they match everything.
• Bold Jacket: This is similar to my embroidered jacket in the beginning, this can be tailored to your personal style though. This jacket may be a moto-styled leather jacket or a cozy petticoat style jacket. I recently purchased this one and I love it, it matches a lot and it will be my new go-to jacket in the Fall.
• Trousers or Slacks: These should be black, but a patterned style never hurts. These are the perfect way to dress up a casual look. Plus, black matches everything so they don’t hurt to have.
• Old Sweater: This is another piece that can be paired with your favorite jeans or worn to bed. Always keep those sweaters on hand for the cold months!
• Cozy Scarf: In my Nice Fashion post I mention the importance of owning a light weight scarf for the beach, but when the Fall rolls around you will also need to find a big, cozy scarf to wear on the chilly days. A big scarf is also a good way to avoid wearing a hefty coat for a couple more weeks, you can bundle up in the big scarf.
• Signature Shoes: This is another option that can be tailored to your personal style, if you’re sporty maybe this is a pair of original Adidas trainers or if you are the classy type this could be a pair of mule flats. Whatever you prefer, find a shoe that can be worn with all outfits and in most seasons. (If you are from Michigan you understand why I say most seasons, because you have one option in January…snow boots.)
• Scarf for your Purse: Find a ascot styled scarf from your local vintage or resale shop and throw it on an old purse to renovate its look.

I truly fell in love with the fashion in Paris when I was there, I am all about my own style but I am definitely going to add some Parisian touches to my style. I love their simplicity and classic look, they really know how to capture the feminine look in the simplest way. Minimal make up, undone hair and a killer outfit. I am inspired. Fashion is not about being outrageous or bright, it can be, but it is your definition to the world. Your everyday look is how people judge you, what do you want your message to the world to be. I think fashion plays a huge role in our lives, even when we don’t think so. Fashion is always changing and I love that, in life we need solid things but we also need things that change. In with new, out with the old.

I hope you all enjoyed reading this post as much as I liked writing it. Once again, I adored the fashion in Paris and France, in general. It is so defined and classic. I would love for you to share any of your fashion favorites below in the comments. I am still working on so many France related posts and they will slowly be mixing into my normal posts here soon. If you would like to see more specific posts from me, please feel free to share those below as well. I am going to be working on a lot of projects in the coming weeks, so stay tuned for new posts. Subscribe now, and you won’t miss out later!

Happy Fri-yay!

xo, Lyss

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