10 NYC-Girl Outfits That Were Clearly Inspired by L.A. Girls

by Allyson Payer

I recently came across a New York Times article titled Is New York Turning Into Los Angeles? It touches on everything from cuisine to wellness to style, and in a nutshell, the writer's take is that ever since the pandemic began, the New York lifestyle has become more laid-back than ever, and this has clearly translated to what people wear.

For a refresher, L.A. girls are known for their casual, fun style which can lean a bit beachy (as a reminder, here are some L.A.-girl outfits). The Southern California climate also gives them a lot more freedom when it comes to what they can wear, and it can be argued that the NYC climate is becoming milder, at least over the past year (it hasn't snowed at all this winter…). Whatever the myriad of reasons may be, New Yorkers are adopting a more relaxed way of dressing as of late, and I have the receipts to prove it.

Below, scroll through a handful of NYC-girl outfits that are giving L.A., and then shop pieces both coasts can appreciate.

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@kitkeenan

Note the white denim and the pastel Converse Chuck Taylors, two things that scream "I live near palm trees."

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@carolineinnycity

The baggy elastic-waist trousers paired with the tropical-hued top would make just as much sense in Santa Monica.

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@lefevrediary

It may be cold outside, but here's a unique way to make a tennis skirt and leather jacket work.

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@anaasaber

It's giving Cher Horowitz, fictional resident of The Valley.

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@elizagracehuber

Our NYC-based editor Eliza was visiting Miami here, but she'd fit right in on the streets of Silverlake in this outfit.

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@maggie_mccormack

This laid-back look is comfortable enough to lounge in but polished enough to go shopping in, which is the ultimate L.A.-girl outfit criteria.

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@eggcanvas

Just right for a seaside brunch, or a walk through Brooklyn on a warm day.

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@meccajw

Every L.A. girl has plenty of denim in her closet, and the denim maxi skirt trend always adds an L.A. feel to an outfit—especially when paired with beachy footwear.

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@himichelleli

Los Angeles girls don't typically shy away from color, and neither do NYC girls, as evidenced here.

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@veneti.a

Shades of white and sporty accessories are two things you'll see a lot of in West Hollywood. These days, you'll also see a lot of it in SoHo.

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