While visiting in New York, I have experienced VERY cold weather! It has been quite difficult for me to find a “happy medium” between looking good and feeling warm. This poses a question:
How does a teenager living in New York balance fashion and warmth?LS: What is the typical daytime outfit that you, as a New York teenager, would put on in this cold weather?
ME: Either leggings or jeans and high boots with cashmere sweaters and big scarves. Slouchy shirts are also good.
LS: What would a typical New Yorker wear to go out on the town, this time of year?
ME: Tights, spandex skirts, and loose sheer off the shoulder shirts. I often wear high ankle boots with heels or patent leather pumps. I love dark wash jeans and super washed jeans, as well! Also, loose dresses with a big belts and rock and roll jewelry are great!
LS: Where are your favorite places to shop for the winter, day or night?
ME: I love Bloomingdales because they have such a great variety: anything from Diane Von Furstenberg dresses to Theory sweaters. I also love Ralph Lauren!
LS: How do you and your friends balance fashion and staying warm during the winter?
ME: In New York, it is part of the fashion to be warm. It’s totally not fashionable to be cold! It’s quite intriguing to see someone when they are covered up fully! In the city, it is not only about being warm, but also dressing light! Sheep skin or big furry hats with rich colored scarves and sleek black coats are usually paired with jeans or legging and comfortable warm boots.
LS: Can you inform me on any good deals or hints that only a “New York insider” would know?Uniqlo has amazing jeans of any kind. (They retail for around $40) They also have great thermal jeans, which are perfect for the winter for a low price!
If you get a
Bloomingdales Card, they mail you coupons and information about sales that are not open to the public. I highly recommend that.
On the street of New York,
Pashminas are sold on the street that highly resembles designer scarves. (Sold for about $5)
It’s not about the sale: it’s about the
pre-sale… If the sale is from the 5th-8th, you should go on the 4th. This is because you will get a better selection with a sale price.
Don’t forget: The most practical clothing in this city while shopping is
dressing light!
The key to shopping is to knowing good design, but being able to
recognize affordable copies of reasonable quality.
