By Nicole McLaren
Hidden within the relics of its once industrial past, the Meatpacking District houses some of the world’s most renowned luxury designers, including the likes of Alexander McQueen, Carlos Miele, Yigal Azrouel and Stella McCartney. The gritty post-industrial façades contrast with the modern boutiques and swanky restaurants that reside in them, making the district one of New York’s trendiest.
By night, the neighbourhood is transformed into the city’s premiere nightlife destination. Brave fashionistas don their heels and take to the cobblestone streets in hopes of celebrity spotting in the city’s most exclusive clubs.
Pimpisa
Occupation: Graduate student
What you are wearing:
coat — London Fog
jeans — Zara
boots — Camper
bag — Dooney & Bourke
ring — 77th
sunglasses — Karen Walker
Describe your style in one word: “Depends on my mood that day.”
Favourite area to shop in NYC: SoHo
Favourite stores: Sephora and Beacon’s Closet
John
Occupation: Systems administrator
What you are wearing:
jacket — Brooks Brothers
shirt + sweater — Uniqlo
pants — Levi’s
shoes — Timberland
Describe your style in one word: “Preppy.”
Favourite area to shop in NYC: Midtown or SoHo
Favourite stores: J. Press, Brooks Brothers
Julia
Occupation: Server
What you are wearing:
coat — Ark & Co.
jeans — Courtshop
boots — Murray USA
sweater — Zara
scarf — J. Crew
Describe your style in one word: “Simple/clean.”
Favourite area to shop in NYC: Meatpacking district
Favourite stores: Mira Mira
Leigh
Occupation: Illustrator
What you are wearing:
coat — Chinese Laundry
jeans — Hollister
shoes — American Eagle
sweater — H&M
Describe your style in one word: “Girly.”
Favourite area to shop in NYC: 5th Avenue or SoHo
Favourite stores: Aritzia, Zara
Diane
Occupation: Manager
What you are wearing:
jacket — Vintage
shirt and jeans — Liquors
shoes — Vintage
Describe your style in one word: “Eclectic/colourful.”
Favourite area to shop in NYC: “All over!”
Favourite stores: “I love discovering unique finds in different boutiques!”
Kelly
Occupation: Antique dealer
What you are wearing:
jacket — Vintage
shirt — Wood Wood
catsuit — DKNY
boots and bag — Vintage
Describe your style in one word: “Practical Bohemian.”
Favourite area to shop in NYC: Chelsea Market
Favourite stores: Artists and Fleas
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