Women’s Fashion

Red The Color Of Desire, Black The Color Of Despair

Red and black are two colors that mean completely different things.  Red is associated with love and passion.  Black is associated with death and darkness.  Yet, when the two colors are put together in one outfit, they compliment each other phenomenally.

This young lady used black items to bolster her bright red dress. The black leggings give a strong contrast to the lower half of the dress, whereas the black motorcycle jacket helps to narrow and emphasize the top of the dress. The orange handbag is a great addition of a bright color, but does not take away from the red dress.

Here, this girl flipped the outfit around and used red as an accent. Her black boots, skirt and overcoat are fine for the rainy day it was, but to add some life to her outfit, she added red leggings. They play really well, creating a strong accent, and breaking up an all black outfit. A definite eye-catcher.

Waiting On The World To Change

I found this woman sitting on the steps of St. Thomas Church. She looked as though she was waiting for someone, with a sense of longing in her face. The mix between the emotion and the fashion statement she was making, made her the perfect subject. Her fur trimmed coat definitely added some flare to her look. Her python print handbag, cuddled in her lap, is a great statement piece for this dark colored outfit.

Great Neutral Outfit

Another great outfit on Fifth Avenue, but where do I start. I guess at the bottom with those awesome moccasin boots. The brown leather is adorned with contrasting stitching and Native American designs. They go really well with the grey leggings, which have belt loops and zipper pockets.

The tan leather jacket and undershirt are a nice neutral shade, yet stand out with their yellow tint. The faux fur scarf is a really nice piece and goes well with the grey leggings.

This jacket is really something special. I like the perforated shoulders, and the pinstripe lining on the inside of the hood.

The Sweater Dress’s Casual Cousin

Nothing says casual like a crew neck sweatshirt. Turning it into a dress, however, gives it a new take on life, while remaining extremely comfortable and easy to wear. The burgundy skinny jeans give a great pop of color to the grey sweatshirt, and the boots are just incredible. The black booties with gold embellishments are unique and reminiscent of something out of the Wild West. The waist length black motorcycle jacket creates that much desired layered look for the outfit.

Sirens Blare Outside Versace

After a long day at work, I grabbed my camera and began walking the streets. After walking for a while, I ended up outside of the Versace Flagship store on Fifth Avenue. There was a police car, with its sirens on, pulled over outside the store, creating great light. This young woman walked up and I knew something good was going to happen. First her red overcoat caught my eye, and then as I looked closer I saw her maroon button down underneath. Her black leather shorts were the last thing I noticed, but were the biggest statement piece for me, worn over black leggings. The black bow tie adorned ballet flats were a nice way to complete the look. The dim daylight and the addition of the red siren light gives the pictures a great feel.

Elegant & Enjoyable Ensemble

A simple, yet superb outfit. The bootcut jeans are very well tailored. They have a little edge of playfulness, but sophisticated none the less. The female power jean. The black boots as well as the form fitting black blazer add to the formality of the outfit. The scarf, worn like an ascot, helps to conceal the floral print blouse underneath it, but it shows through below the blazer. The little pop of flowers and color makes this an elegant and enjoyable ensemble.

I really like the silver chandelier earrings as well.

Submerge Yourself In Comfort

Everyone just wants to stay wrapped up in their bed on a cold grey day. When living in New York City, you have so many ways to take advantage of a rainy day, staying in bed is a last resort. This young woman rolled out of bed, pulled together a comfortable outfit, and headed to her local beauty salon for a pedicure. Her long white tee and camouflage leggings scream comfort, but when paired with a black leather motorcycle jacket they gain a stylish appeal. The oversized scarf takes the place of the blanket when it comes to keeping you warm and cozy. Don't forget to take your flip flops with you when going for a pedicure, to let your nails dry on the walk back.

I really like her short cut, bleached blonde hair, as well as her nose ring, quite punk chic. The blue sweater cuffs on her jacket are also a nice touch.

Above & Beyond That Old Yellow Rain Suit

In New York's West Village, I came across this young woman standing at an intersection. There was something about her; as I moved closer I could begin to see what it was. Though she had dressed for the melancholy weather, she had done so in a way that unique. She wasn't wearing sweat pants or jeans with a simple raincoat, she was wearing beige leggings tucked into her wool-lined booties. Her raincoat was actually a belted, olive drab trench with a hood. Though she carried an umbrella, in the same hand she carried a small beige handbag. It was this contradiction that, looking back, drew my eye and made her a great subject.

Color Blocking At Its Finest

I really didn't know how important color is until today's bleak scenery showed me. The art of color blocking is perfected by this lovely redhead. Her red polka dotted pants are rolled up to ankle length, revealing her amazing multicolor polka dotted sneakers. Her green belted trench and bright orange handbag are the only two solid color items in the ensemble. Her black and white striped, fingerless gloves add the only strong lines on the outfit, but the scarf ties right into the polka dot motif.

Blonde In Black On Broadway

The all black outfit was out in full force today. This lady apparently got the memo, but wanted to stray a little. Her black leggings are tucked into her black, slouch cowboy boots. Her handbag, other than its silver studs is made completely of black leather. However, we are able to catch a peak of her grey sweater, hidden beneath her fringed, black poncho. The black poncho does work well as a contrast, as her blonde hair cascades over her shoulders.