New York City
Apr 25, 2017

9 Style Tricks NYC Girls Always Do (That You Should Try)

by Bobby Schuessler

If there’s one group of women we constantly get primo styling inspiration from, it’s the fashion ladies of New York City. Whether this style set is racing around NYFW or walking out and about between meetings, they always look effortlessly cool. So it should come as no surprise that we turn to these editors, bloggers, stylists, and designers when we’re looking to revamp our wardrobes.

No matter where or when, it consistently seems as if these stylish ladies seem to know something that we don’t, and that just won’t do. Below, we’re highlighting the unique style tricks New York City girls love that you too should 100% adopt this season. With tips and tricks wide enough in variation to carry you from the end of summer all the way through the peak of winter, you’re sure to be just as stylish as any NYC girl with these one-of-a-kind insider tips.

Keep scrolling to see (and shop!) nine looks to emulate this season.

Wear sneakers with dresses.

Leandra Medine wearing dress and sneakers

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Style du Monde

Styling a fancier look with casual sneakers is the ultimate cool factor.

Woman by Common Projects Original Achilles Low

Woman by Common Projects

Original Achilles Low

Everyone could use a fresh pair of kicks.

Pair graphic T-shirts with unexpected pieces.

Margaret Zhang vetements tee.

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Style du Monde

Embrace the high-low vibe with a standout tee.

Zara Graphic T-Shirt

Graphic T-Shirt

We're calling it: This shirt will get you tons of compliments.

Try multiple trends at once.

pajama and platform heels street style

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Style du Monde

Don't be afraid to test out trends that inspire you, even if it means trying more than one at the same time.

Jil Sander Velvet Platform Sandals

Velvet Platform Sandals

These are the shoes to be seen in this season.

Experiment with different volumes.

flared pants street style

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Style du Monde

Swap out skinny jeans for something unexpected.

Ellery Flared Trousers

Flared Trousers

Meet the new take on bell-bottoms.

Mix more than one bright color.

Shiona Turini red pants street style

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Style du Monde

Don't be afraid to make a bold statement.

Topshop Crop Wide Leg Trousers

Crop Wide Leg Trousers

Wear these with a white T-shirt and sneakers for a cool and casual look.

Incorporate multiple layers.

slip dress street style

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Style du Monde

Use layering as an easy way to make a standard piece feel totally different.

Raey Asymmetric-hem Silk Slip Dress

Asymmetric-Hem Silk Slip Dress

The neckline on this slip dress is extremely flattering to your shoulders.

Go for one bold statement piece.

Olivia Palermo stripes street style.

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Style du Monde

Let your fashion speak for you and embrace a statement piece.

Embrace menswear style.

Pinstripe blazer gucci loafers street style.

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Style du Monde

Crisp, cool, and sophisticated.

Gucci Horsebit-Detailed Leather Loafers

Horsebit-Detailed Leather Loafers

These timeless loafers will stay with you forever.

Pick a bag that's practical and chic.

Laurel Pantin straw bag street style

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Collage Vintage

A life on the go means a bag can't just look good; it has to be handy, too.

Sensi Studio Frayed tote

This summery bag will hold everything you need.

Always have an edgy third piece on deck.

Emily Weiss bomber jacket street style.

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A Love Is Blind

New York girls know when to throw on a little something extra.

H&M Bomber Jacket

We want to slip into this silky bomber ASAP.

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This post has been updated by Aemilia Madden.

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