Street Style from Day Two, New York Fashion Week Spring 2020 – The Cut

Early September in New York can be unpleasantly hot or unpleasantly cold, but yesterday was neither: just a perfect early fall day. Photographer Liisa Jokinen caught plenty of stylish people basking in the sunlight outside shows for Kate Spade and Helmut Lang, and even more at Spring Studios, locus for many of the week’s events. Scroll down to see 14 fashion people — stylists, writers, influencers, and designers — explain how they decided what to wear to the shows.

Brandon Foster, “Twenty-something,” Stylist and Creative Director

“I’m wearing a suit by Ruojing Wang, a blouse and hat by Megan O’Cain, shoes from Bershka, a bag from Topshop, and vintage earrings. It was very cold and rainy yesterday, so I wanted to be warm yet comfortable and functional today. My style is inspired by New York City, references from the past, and my own emotions. I know it can be risky, but what’s the point of being in fashion if you can’t take risks?”
Instagram: @thebrandonfoster

Katie Ruensumran, Creative Consultant

“I’m wearing Simone Rocha because I never need a reason to wear beautiful clothes. People inspire my style. My style philosophy: No rules!”
Instagram: @katieismonster

Samantha Lauren, 28, Influencer and Content Creator

“I’m wearing a top from Majorelle, pants from Lovers + Friends, Tibi shoes, and a Louis Vuitton bag. I love getting inspiration from street style. It’s so fun to see how other people put together different looks and make trends their own.”
Instagram: @whatwouldkikiwear

Natasha Shangari Mwashighadi, 21, Designer and Stylist

“The top and purse are vintage and thrifted. The trousers I’m wearing I designed and made myself. The specific colorway represents the Maasai tribe of Kenya. The necklaces with scissor pendants: I chose these as a reference to cutting cloth, since I’m a fashion designer, but they also represent duality which reflects my personality. I am inspired by current events, my experiences, and my Kenyan heritage.”
Instagram: @natashashangari

Elizabeth Tamkin, 27, Market Strategist at Man Repeller

“I’m wearing Yan pants, a Bandier top with a green Lonely bralette, Chanel boots, an Emily Levine bag, Karen Walker men’s sunglasses, assorted jewelry from Sandralexandra and Missoma, and an eyeglass chain from Banana Legion. It’s Saturday so I wanted my butt to be cozy (especially to offset the less-comfortable boots). The women I work with inspire my style. I focus a lot on silhouette. My style philosophy: Wear whatever the heck you like.”
Instagram: @elizcardinal

Mitch McGuire, 27, Stylist and Editor of Refigural

“I’m wearing a Thierry Mugler shirt, Jean-Paul Gaultier pants from James Veloria, a Goddess bag, Troentorps clogs, Rosenthal Studio bracelet, Linie necklace, Todd Oldham belt and keychain, Maximum Henry glasses, Axel S silver earring, and Anglea Cummings shell earring — vintage. I wanted to dress to the mood of Christopher John Rogers: shiny evening fantasy with a sharp sense of humor. I’m inspired by old movies and commercials, art, and reality television — and, right now, Ashley Tisdale’s red-carpet wardrobe of the early aughts. My style philosophy is: Look in the mirror before you leave the house and put one more thing on.”
Instagram: @mitch.mcguire

Yolande Macon, 30, Content Creator

“I wanted to wear something sexy, playful, and mature. I’ve been so in love with baby blue and had to do an outfit around it. My style is inspired by the past: I love seeing fearless, free women like Aretha Franklin, Nina Simone, and Chaka Khan.”
Instagram: @thelanguageofyolande

Jo Rosenthal, 24, Writer

“I am wearing a vintage blazer, Saks Potts pants, and Gucci loafers. I wanted to wear something sparkly so I put on those pants. I try to wear clothes that make me feel the most like ‘me’.”
Instagram: @justjorosenthal

Sophia Macks, 30, Creative Director and Founder of Beyond the Mag

“I’m wearing full MSGM. The shoes are Louboutin and the bag is Chanel. My 3-year-old self inspires my style. Wear the clothes, don’t let them wear you.”
Instagram: @beyondthemag

Brittany Rose Byrd, 31, Host of the YouTube Show Vintage Forum

“I’m wearing all thrifted/vintage pieces from LTrain in Brooklyn, NY; Buffalo Exchange in Manhattan, NY; and Retropolis in Houston, TX. I’m a firm believer in sustainable fashion. Thrifting is a true passion of mine. I’m inspired by the ’30s, the ’40s, the ’60s, and the ’70s. I’m able to pick what I like from specific eras and put my own modern twist on it. What I choose to wear is a form of expression, and I like to save my money during the process.”
Instagram: @iambrittanyrose_

Samuel Hine, 26, Associate Style Editor at GQ

“I’m wearing a Telfar x Budweiser tee, Wrangler jeans tie-dyed by Zak Syroka, Comme des Garçons Docs. Teenage skateboarders inspire my style. My style philosophy comes from John Mayer: ‘Wearing bad hats is the only path to a good hat.’”
Instagram: @samuelhine

Mecca James-Williams, 26, Stylist and Contributing Editor at The Zoe Report

“I’m wearing a Nikki Chassin skirt and Camper shoes. The bag is Alfeya Valrina and the earrings are Edas. It feels like summer is still here, and I wanted to wear bright colors to match that.”
Instagram: @meccajw

Helena Kontos, 25, Painter and Associate Market Editor at Modern Luxury Magazine

“I’m wearing a vintage scarf and jumpsuit, Chloe glasses, Zara boots, and a Demellier bag that I painted on. This outfit felt fun on a Saturday. Vintage clothing inspires my style.”
Instagram: @helena_kontos

Anna Sarlvit, 20, Influencer

“I’m wearing a vintage dress and blazer, Asics, and a By Far bag. I love to mix strong colors and just bought the dress yesterday so really wanted to try it out. Old women, movies, and people on Instagram inspire me the most.”
Instagram: @annasarlvit

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