Sporty & White for NYFW

It's that time of year of again, when fashion rules all and sleep is non-existent. Oh, and when New York City experiences the hottest days of summer... That also happened.

Sunglasses: Asos (similar here)  Top: bebe (similar)  Skirt: bebe  Sneakers: Manrepeller x Superga  Bracelet: Zoetik  Rings (Left to Right): c/o Zoetik - One, Two, Three, and Four  Purse: Marc by Marc Jacobs  Foundation: BareSkin

And when it gets hot, all I want to do is wear white and be comfortable. Hence, the all white look and comfy as hell sneakers. Coming off of Miami Swim week I am more prepared for a hot and sweaty fashion week this time around when it comes to blazing temps. Unlike Miami though New York is a commuter city, and with my offices being on the East side and all the FASHUN happenings on the West side my feet had to survive 12+ hour days. Without the option of Uber, heels were not an option. Also, these ballerina inspired sneakers from the Man Repeller are way too cute!

I could however accessorize without paying the price later. SO you better believe that my ring game was hella strong and from a local NYC company no less. My dainty fingers were blinged out in Zoetik, a godsend for those looking for an on point hypoallergenic + affordable jewelry. 

I do plan on making a NYFW recap, time permitting, so stay tuned for that.

Photos by Lydia Hudgens.

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Double Take: Get Vanessa Hong's Look

With NYFW taking hold of everything lately and feeding our social streams with fashion non-stop, I'd figure now is almost a good time as any to focus our Double Take on a street style star. You may have seen her gracing the pages of best dressed editorials, but if you haven't let me introduce you Vanessa Hong from The Haute Pursuit. Personally, I am obsessed with this trendsetter's ability to mix sporty elements with high-end designer gems. At the same time I don't have the luxury to purchase every single thing she styles, well because I'm poor and forever indebted to Sallie Mae duh. So instead I created the look with similar items and for way, way, way less. Well, except for the dress (that's pricey I will admit) but more affordable options are in the scroll bar below. v v v 

Get the look: Maje Fire Linen Maxi Dress - Friends Headphones - BaubleBar Bolt Bangle - BaubleBar Chain Bangle - Le Specs Rapture Cateye Sunglasses - Volcom Combo Handbag - Marc by Marc Jacobs iPhone Case - Reebok Skyscape Sneakers

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Off Duty

All black everything except for a super soft white tee. Also known as the classic off-duty look. 

Necklaces: Name Plate (my own) / Wishbone Necklace from Marc by Marc Jacobs (similar here)  T-Shirt: c/o Marine Layer  Jeans: bebe (similar here)  Jacket: Topshop (old but love this)  Booties: Wanted  Ring: c/o Kendra Scott/House of Harlow 1960  Bag: c/o Baggu  Lipstick: Mac Half n' Half

This look has been spotted on all of the industry's top girls and for good reason. Sometimes I wonder to myself why not switch it up, when literally anything will look good on these chicks. Well, dur Aileen, this look is pretty much bad-ass and EASY. So easy, that I ended up a purchasing a ton more black skinnies. All of which I plan on wearing with this lush Marine Layer boyfriend tee. The San Francisco company prides themselves on creating absurdly soft tees, and they were NOT kidding. 

Also, having somewhat of a non-purse moment. If you're in NYC, you'll either spot me with my backpack (prepping for the holiday ad season aka LOTS OF TAKE HOME WORK UGH) or with nothing at all to give my back a break. But, sometimes I run out of cat food or have to bring home packages so I've been using my new Baggu bag. Super affordable, super handy, and also they're Brooklyn based. 

So ladies, this edgy look is super easy to pull off, will you take the challenge?

Photos by Victor Cerejo.

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