Hello from New York! Fashion Week has been an absolute whirlwind. I’ve had no concept of time/day/year/etc since the moment I’ve touched down at LaGuardia airport, but I realized last night that it’s Monday and I owe you a post.
On Saturday, I spent the day at Lincoln Center, the mecca of Fashion Week and that big white building you see in the movies. In between shows, I lingered (loitered?) outside the tents people watching for a bit.
I noticed that this season is a bit more dressed down than in year’s past. Most street style photographers were drawn to layered, neutral styles and untraditional pairings. Think blouses, booties, shorts, a vest and a jacket. Or a striped jacket with patterned pants.
My utilitarian BCBG Bronnen jacket and neon United Nude pumps are the two favorite pieces I brought with me (in my 62 lb bag) to New York.
I’ve styled them a few ways for a number of different looks: utilitarian chic, like above; and with a black tank and leather leggings for a more laid-back, edgy on-the-go vibe. I’ll probably wear them one more time here in New York, perhaps with a sequined top, black shorts and envelope clutch.
Sidenote: A huge thank you to Mary from MAS fashion for snapping these pics. I love seeing you and am glad we had the chance to hang in New York!








Mary September 10, 2012 at 8:42 am
LOOKING GOOD LADY!!!! those shoes are to die for !!
xo
Jen September 10, 2012 at 9:06 am
Those shoes are dope! Definite show-stealers. Love this look – comfy, chic and fierce. So sad I didn’t get to run into you – but hope you had fun!
Jen
http://www.houseofjeffers.com
Jessica September 10, 2012 at 9:45 am
Such an unexpected combo, but I love! The picture of your dress hem and shoes is AMAZE!
corals + cognacs September 10, 2012 at 4:35 pm
Thank you! I’m in love with that one, too. Mary is an ar-teest!
Lisa September 10, 2012 at 11:41 am
Those shoes make the outfit POP! This is such a great outfit for this fall weather preview we are having!
corals + cognacs September 10, 2012 at 4:32 pm
Thanks! Not gonna lie, I had to stand in the shade — too hot in the sun! I cannot wait for fall
Sarah September 10, 2012 at 12:13 pm
That dress is absolutely gorgeous! I love the way it moves.
corals + cognacs September 10, 2012 at 4:29 pm
Thank you! I do too, but I had a SERIOUS Marilyn moment. Just waiting for a photo of my you-know-what to surface on, like, Marie Claire or something. Lord almighty!
Jackie Giardina September 10, 2012 at 5:00 pm
You look amazing!!! You are completely rocking those shoes & I’m loving following your FW photos on instagram!
xo Jackie
…livingaftermidnite
Marissa at Style Cusp September 10, 2012 at 8:28 pm
UM WHAT – amazing shoes. Those are total killers and I love them.
I am so glad I got to meet you, my dear style friend. I wish we had more time together!
xxx
SmartSavvyStyle September 10, 2012 at 8:41 pm
Sounds like you are having fun and showing off some awesome looks while in New York!
- Heather
Faith @ The Cheap Girl's Guide to Chic September 11, 2012 at 12:45 pm
I love what neon shoes can do for an outfit! The neon trend is fun, but it’s hard to pull off. The small dose in the shoes is perfect!
April September 11, 2012 at 4:00 pm
Im in love with your shoes! You look great! I’m so bummed I couldn’t make it to fashion week this season! It sounds like everyone is having the best time!
corals + cognacs September 11, 2012 at 4:51 pm
Thanks, April! I am bummed, too. Are you planning to go in February?
Melisa September 14, 2012 at 9:20 am
http://newyorkersunposed.tumblr.com/image/31492447067
BY Alberto Reyes
corals + cognacs September 14, 2012 at 9:48 am
Thanks for sharing this, Melisa! I hadn’t seen it yet before. Very cool