The NYFW street style scene offered a masterclass in city-chic dressing. While there were plenty of lavish looks to admire, it was the fashion set’s elegant approach to elevating humble classics that stood out most—thanks to a mix of playful and polished styling tricks. Take Lisa Aiken’s spin on the black pencil skirt: She opted for Toteme’s feather-trimmed midi, styling it with a cropped leather lady jacket, a cherry-red button-up, and Khaite’s python-effect handbag—a lesson in mid-winter personality dressing. Elsewhere, insiders turned up the sartorial volume on blue jeans, timeless trench coats, and crisp button-ups with a standout accessories—think sequin handbags, oversized sunnies, and on-trend glove flats.
NYFW’s Sleekest Street Style Staples
A little more on the outerwear. None proved quite as sought after as leopard print, whether in the form of Arma’s spotted jacket or Toteme’s luxe calf-hair coat. Vogue’s in-house minimalist, Madeline Fass, continued to champion the roomy leather jacket, while Naomi Elizée made the most of a simple grey overcoat by pairing it with the season’s hottest hues—royal purple, fire-engine red, and electric cobalt blue. Other street style signatures appeared across the snowy NYFW streets, too, from Prada’s straight-from-the-runway pouch to flashes of preppy argyle; one brave showgoer even committed a open-toed sandal moment.
Ahead, 11 impeccably chic ways to master late-winter-in-the-city style, according to New York’s most fabulous set—we promise, it’s easier than you think.
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Leopard Print Is the Moment
Proof that leopard print is best treated like a neutral. Ground Toteme’s statement calf-hair coat with classic blue jeans, a perfect black tee, and sleek leather accessories for a look that feels equal parts downtown and timeless. Consider your 7 p.m. reservation spot at The Odeon, confirmed.