Introducing the Ultimate Anti-Trend NYC Wardrobe, Thought I'd Share
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Getty Images/Time Life PicturesUp until last year, I never owned an oversize blazer and now I'll never go without one. Clearly, Fran Lebowitz was keyed into just how essential this piece is and has been wearing one for decades. Truth be told, it's one of the most-worn pieces in my closet that I pair with everything from mini dresses to sweatsuits.
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Getty Images/Larry BusaccaWho knew cowboy boots were such a versatile shoe? While they were certainly a trend a few years back, this outfit is proof that they have a much longer shelf-life than just one season.
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Getty Images/Ray TamarraIf you haven't already heard, oversize button-down shirts are set to be one of the biggest trends this spring. They were all over the S/S 21 runways at brands including Valentino and The Row. This outfit is just another reason to add one to your arsenal.
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Getty Images/Ron GalellaKnit polos are one of the biggest trends to emerge in the last year and Lebowitz was clearly an early adopter. If you've been on the fence, here's even further proof that this is a timeless staple.
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Getty Images/Charles EshelmanJean trends—like the current uptick in baggy denim—come and go, but you can always rely on a straight-leg silhouette. They read as sophisticated and polished because they take on the shape of classic pants. Look for a medium-to-dark wash without any rips or holes, which is easiest to dress up or down.
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Getty Images/Ron GalellaWhether you opt for a sweater or a sweatshirt, look for a crewneck shape with a slightly relaxed fit. An endlessly versatile layering piece, you can wear one layered over a button-down, tied around your shoulders, or on its own with jeans.
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Getty Images/Astrid Stawiarz/StringerA trench coat is something you can add to your closet that is as practical as it is stylish. You can't go wrong with a shade of tan or beige. Take a styling note from Lebowitz and try a long, slouchy version or buy it in one size up for a relaxed fit.
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Getty Images/Ron Galella, Ltd.Suiting is the trend that gets reinvented each season—and for good reason. There are so many cool takes on pantsuits that you're bound to find a cool, tailored one that will fit seamlessly into your wardrobe.
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Getty Images/Jeffrey UfbergRRound sunglasses are a classic silhouette that become even more timeless when they're finished in tortoiseshell. You can throw these on with just about anything.
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Getty Images/Taylor HillTrA must-buy piece for any New Yorker? A great tailored coat. It's the winter wardrobe essential that you'll continue to get mileage out of year after year.
