Kate by Washington Place

Hat: Union Square Market, from roommate
Scarf: Nordstrom, from mom
Corduroy Jacket: Gap, $40
Dress: Nordstrom Rack, $15
Leggings: American Apparel, $20
Boots: Merrell, $165

Fave stores: Anywhere that’s not full price. Nordstrom
Describing her style: “I like to play dress-up.”
Describing her look today: “Winter”
School, Year, Major: CAS, Senior, Social and Cultural Analysis (SCA) and Pre-vet
Why we stopped her: The monkey hat!!!!!!!

I think this post perfectly complements the snow from last night. Yes, for those of you bums that were studying last night instead of being out and about, it started snowing around 9 pm last night. I know this since I was sitting in Starbucks with my friend Priya, sipping hot chocolate and listening to Christmas songs but for some reason feeling at odds with all the merriment. I just wasn’t feeling it.

But then I looked outside through the huge glass windows of Starbucks and started taking in the way the snow whirled effortlessly around everything–the lamposts, scurrying New Yorkers, darting cabs–and suddenly I felt that quick rush of warm, goopygushiness that the holidays are all about. Friends, family, warmth from the cold, hot chocolate, Christmas songs…

I love how Kate’s look perfectly embodies the spirit of the holidays. That feeling of comfort, warmth, fun, excitement, and–of course–red and green. Kudos to Kate for remember that fashion can be fun and sometimes a bit silly (I don’t think I could ever pull that hat off and look this cute).

Now if you’ll excuse me, I’m going to finish my mint hot chocolate before it gets cold.

Photo by Dean Stattman

Rich on Mercer by West 4th

Umbrella: Nautica, $50 (2-set)
Coat: Ermenegildo Zegna, $600
Shirt: Michael Kors, $25
Scarf: Old Navy, $30
Belt: Sean John, $30
Pants: Michael Kors, $35
Shoes: Stacy Adams, $65

Describing his style today: Business Casual
Others describing his style: “I like you naked.” -Jack Wang, President of Stern Class of 2009
Fave stores, designer: JoS. A. Bank and Century 21, Sean John
School, Year, Major: Stern, Senior, Management and Finance

Fave clothing item: “My Sean John belt is one of my favorite belts in the world.” (Sorry it’s hidden under his coat here).

There is something undeniably attractive about a man looking professional. It’s nearly transformational: prickly scruff gives way to a clean shave, tattered t-shirts to pressed dress shirts, baggy sweats to tailored slacks.

Rich, a good friend, is never one to dress sloppily, but on this particular day his ensemble was so put-together it made me do a double-take. Rich’s coat, pants, shirt, shoes were all tailored to perfection and the result was a clean, professional look. Why was Rich all dolled up? Class presentation.

This is an outrage! I demand more class presentations school-wide. To enhance…er…the students’ learning experience?

Sabrina and Gabrielle by Weinstein

On Sabrina (left) -
Sunglasses: Betsey Johnson, $69
Overalls: LF, $28
Shirt: Bloomingdales, $40
Boots: Vintage, $45

On Gabrielle (right) -
Hat: Free People, $18
Sunglasses: Free People, $30
Shirt: Gap, $15
Jeans: Goodwill, $5
Shoes: stolen (borrowed? heh) = free
Bag: Self design!!!!!! –>look out for more on student designers, coming soon.

Sabrina-
Describing her look: Mix between small designers and vintage
Fave designers: Dylan Chase, Patricia, Judi Rosen
School, Year, Major: Gallatin, Sophomore, Language & Culture

Gabrielle-
Describing her look: Wearing the things I like and not necessarily going with trends
Fave designer: Free People
School, Year, Major: Gallatin, Sophomore, Ethnomusicology (sweet!)

I know, I know. We’ve had SO many featured pairs. But fashionable people just seem to come in twos these days. Sabrina worked the overalls–funky, unexpected, high-waisted–and Gabrielle worked the laid-back “I’m-a-designer” look.

So…

who wants to be my fashionable “other”?

Ginger by Bobst and KMEC

Shirt: Ted Baker, $30
Belt: Armani, 60 Euros
Jeans: True Religion, $180
Shoes: Reverse Jam, 95 Euros

Describing his style: Don’t have one.
Fave stores: Hugo Boss
School, Year, Major: CAS, Sophomore, Journalism/Politics

Ahh..Fall in the city. The orange-yellows, copper, and brilliant reds all contrasted against the ever-present blackish grey of concrete sidewalks. It always feels so romantic and soft, a beautiful prelude to the coming winter.

What I love about Ginger’s look is that it exudes this Fall essence–a contrast of bright, unexpected yellow against simpler, blue-green tones. As you can imagine, it was his bright yellow kicks that caught our eye, and of course, the confident accompanying swagger.

Relaxed, masculine, bold. That’s how I’d describe Ginger’s style. But that’s just me.

Photo by Dean Stattman

Sarah by Weinstein

Glasses: Hong Kong
Shirt: UrbanOutfitters, $25
Skirt: Hong Kong, $55
Tights: Hue tights, $13
Socks: Opening Ceremony, $25
Shoes: Chie Mihara, $400
Purse: Muji bag, $1

Describing her style: Eclectic, understated
Fave stores: Opening Ceremony, Oak, Pas De Deux, Alexander Wang
School, Year, Major: Gallatin, Junior, New Media Design

Not to say that Sarah’s outfit reminded me of Dorothy, but the dark amethyst shade of her shoes were definitely just as exciting as Dorothy’s ruby slippers.

I also love Sarah’s skirt–the high waist is super flattering and at first glimpse it looks like she’s wearing a dress. And the cream color complements the purple so well!

Trae and Loucia at WSP

On Trae (left)
Hoodie: Friend’s clothing line: Bentley & Clarke
Sunglasses: Gucci, $180
Sweater: J.Crew, $60
Flannel: Vintage Polo from thrift store, $40
T-shirt: Married to the Mob
Jeans: H&M, $40
Boots: Blowfish, $80

On Loucia (right) -
Hat: H&M, $10
Hair scarf: From family (aka free)
Sunglasses: Aldo, $15
Sweater: American Eagle, $12
Jacket: H&M, $50
Jeans: Abercrombie, $80
Boots: Chinese Laundry, $90
Bag: Bakers, $60

Trae-
Describing her look: Changes every day. Early ’90s groove.
Fave stores: Any thrift store
Fave designer: Michael Kors
School, Year, Major: Gallatin, Theater & Poetry, Junior

Loucia-
Describing her look: Too hard to define.
School, Year, Major: Steinhardt, Sophomore, Applied Psych

Groovy is definitely a word I’d use to describe Trae’s look. The most impressive part of this outfit for me is how she pulls off throwing a sweater over the flannel…and then all that over a crazy-print shirt. That’s definitely a look I’d never be able to pull off.

Loucia’s look is more fitted and sleek–the tall, black suede boots, slim leather jacket, fitted jeans. What I love about the look is that it’s quite simple–but the accessories (especially that yellow knit hat)–really stand out and make a statement on their own.

Bryna on WSP East

Earrings: Forever21, $7
Jacket: Pinky, from London, $30
Bag: Michael Kors, $400
Dress: From Hawaii
Shoes: Aldo, $90

Describing her style: Classy but fun
Favorite Store,Designer: American Apparel, Rock and Republic, Mary-Kate Olsen and Agyness Deyn
School, Year, Major: Steinhardt, Junior, Music

We like how she paired a pretty chic dress with a leather jacket. Tough leather jacket with a chic dress, black tones with brown tones…she’s definitely doing something right here. We love how she gives out that that rocker vibe, yet still subtly chic and elegant at the same time.. take a lesson and mix and match your outfit styles like Bryna the next time you dress out!

Cecilia in Gould Plaza

Hat: Scala in West Hollywood, $45
Shirt: Wasteland (thrift), $15
Cardigan: Anthropologie (ahh…a familiar name), $35
Leggings: Metropark, $30
Boots: eBay (vintage), $16!!
Purse: LeatherStock, $200
Watch: Bloomies, $300

Describing her style: Eclectic, can wear everything
Fave store, designer: Melrose Blvd (LA), Phillip Lim
School, Year, Major: Stern, Freshman, Marketing

One word. Fedora. I mean, look at that thing. It’s amazing. It’s almost as sweet as Carmen Sandiego’s (yes, I am making a reference to Carmen because that’s who I was for Halloween). But seriously…haven’t seen a fedora worn that well in a while.

Now that winter’s kicking in–despite the surprisingly warm weather we’ve been having–is it fedoras out? Beanies in?

I say…rules are made for breaking.

Stephanie and Rachel by Kimmel

On Stephanie (left) -
Sunglasses: Urban Outfitters, $16
Scarf: Street fair on Bleecker & Christopher, $8
Necklaces: Forever 21 and H&M, $5 each
Jacket: Forever 21 (roommate’s), free for Stephanie, $20 for roommate
Dress: Zara, $39
Tank: Nordstrom, $20
Boots: Chelsea Flea Market, $20

On Rachel (right) -
Sunglasses: Forever 21, $5
Earrings: World Market, $5
Scarf: World Market, $5
Cardigan: Target, $12
White Top: LA Made, $30
Jeans: Forever 21 (Texas), $19
Boots: Urban Outfitters, $70
Bag: Urban Outfitters, $65

Stephanie-
Describing her look: It’s influenced by my mood. I like to dress well. My style could possibly be described as hippie-like.
Fave stores: Urban Outfitters, Flea Markets, BCBG
Fave designer: Gucci, especially the new line
School, Year, Major: Steinhardt, Junior, Nutrition

Rachel-
Describing her look: Comfy. Functional. Relaxed Preppy.
Fave designer: Justin Timberlake for William Rast
School, Year, Major: Texas Christian University, Junior, Psych

I just love things in pairs. Hugging salt & pepper shakers, finger-exposing mittens, toe socks, dangly earrings, dangerous heels, mushy couples that take up 5/6ths of the sidewalk…

Well. Maybe not everything.

But back to the good pairs. Like awesome fashionable friends who visit each other on their breaks. Like Stephanie and Rachel, who looked so cute we were scared to approach them. Rachel, who actually goes to Texas Christian University, came up to see her girl Stephanie, the NYU-er. South meets North. And both looking incredible. Ahh yes. Change is coming to America…

Why don’t my friends who go to schools in the south come visit me? Hello, Shaina? Angela? (Please don’t discuss, it hurts too much).

But yes, thanks ladies for your super trendyness (trendiness? sp?) I will be going to Forever 21 VERY SOON.

Phil by Weinstein

Shirt: Forever 21, $20
Jeans: Cheap Monday, $20
Shoes: Blades at Broadway & Bond, Vox, $70

Describing his style: Whatever’s clean (do your laundry, Phil!)
Favorite store/designer: American Apparel
School/Year/Major: Gallatin, Freshman, Photo Journalism

We saw Phil dashing past us three times before we were able to flag him down for a feature. What’s up with all the freshmen dressing up so well around here.. step up NYU!

Mandy across the street from Bobst

T-shirt: Jaw Maker (A guy who sells t-shirts by the roads at Union Square), $35
Tights: American Apparel, $25
Shoes: from Taiwan, $40

Describing her style: Eclectic. Girly or like a bum depending on her mood.
Favorite Designer: Marc Jacobs
School, Year, Major: Steinhardt, Senior, Communications

We spotted the unique pink print on Mandy’s t-shirt right from across the road. It helped that those cute little pink shoes matched the t-shirt. And surprisingly, it was the black tights and the newly-dyed jet black hair that served as accents to the pink. Well, pink IS the new black! So I guess in this instance, black is the new pink. Whatever! It’s all good. That’s all that matters.

Sammie near Tisch Hall

Cardigan: Urban Outfitters vintage collection, $57
Blouse: Macy’s, $30
Necklace: Family heirloom from mom
Belt: Borrowed from friend, vintage, $0
Skirt: Old Navy, $6
Flip flops: Havaianas, Brooklyn Industries, $23

Describing her style: No mold, hipster mod-depending on her mood. Taking what she likes from a certain look and adding her own classical pieces.
Most Frequent Store: Atrium (esp. for jeans!)
Fave Designer: Marc by Marc Jacobs

School, Year, Major: Senior, Stern, Finance and International Business

Sammie was standing in Gould Plaza in one of the many mysterious clutters of important-looking Sternies that forms during common hour. She dished all — even a little secret about her one-size-too-large skirt. By buying it one size too big, she was able to revamp it and scrunch it with the belt she borrowed from her friend Sascha (kudos, Sascha!).

I love revamping old pieces from my closet. Any tips out there of older items you’ve used for an entirely new look? Please share!

Brittany hanging out in Gould Plaza

Scarf: Gift, Urban outfitters $0
Shirt: Zara, $40
Leggings: American Apparel, $15
Jacket: Free (from mom!), Abercrombie, $0
Boots: Nordstrom, $50
Bracelet: From China (gift from bf), Zhou Zhuang

Describing your style: Eurochic, comfortable, scarves and accents
Favorite store / designer: Zara, Anticipating top Shop / Dolce & Gabbana
School, Year, Major: Stern, Senior, Management with French minor

We were totally impressed with Brittany when we saw her gliding across Gould looking oh so cute and simultaneously comfortable! Wha….?

But now that the secret to this look’s out, all you need to do is take heed from the best and then make it your own!

…Seriously…I’m gonna have to start borrowing clothes from my friends/mom….