Author Archives: Marcy Swingle
Top Frock: Kelly Anna Polk at the Met Museum Young Members Party 2017

More summer parties coming your way? A backless Halston dress in bright red really makes a statement, as seen on Kelly Anna Polk at the Met Museum.
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Tagged backless, cocktail dresses, dresses, Halston dress, Kelly Anna Polk, Met Museum, red
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Asia Burris at the Met Museum Young Members Night 2017

Loved this striped jumpsuit on Asia Burris of Saint Heron at the Met Museum Young Members party. With its bunting-like pleats and folds, it would be great for a 4th of July party too.
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Business Casual: Alex Badia at Valentino Resort 2018

A good example of how sportswear is infiltrating businesswear on Alex Badia, who mixed a bomber jacket with tailored trousers. White sneakers have also been spotted on men in suits this summer.
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Wearing the Pants: Olympia Scarry at the Whitney Museum Gala 2017

Pantsuits and jumpers have been a popular sartorial choice for women during the spring benefit season this year. Artist Olympia Scarry wore a military-inspired set with a flash of pink.
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In the Pink: Pink YSL bag and Heels at the Met Museum Young Members Night

Nothing says "summer" like pink accessories - as seen at the Met Museum Young Members night in June.
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Vintage Appeal, NYC June 2017

Seen on the streets, a combination of vintage and new items that adds up to timeless chic.
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Tagged blouses, denim, hats, high waisted, jeans
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Perfectly Suited: Alek Wek at the Whitney Museum Gala

Alek Wek wore a crisp suit in all white by Michael Kors to the Whitney Museum Gala - a look that could also go from day to night.
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Buttoned Up: Johannes Huebl at Valentino Resort 2018

The double-breasted jacket, particularly in cotton poplin, is a must-have in menswear this summer. Above, Johannes Huebl in a double-breasted jacket at Valentino, and below, a New Yorker on his way to work in a similar style. ...
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Daytime Chic: Midi Skirt and Button-Down, Outside Valentino Resort 2018

The midi skirt paired with a button-down shirt is shaping up to be a key daytime look for spring/summer 2017. This polished but pretty Valentino skirt was spotted on a couple of guests at the resort...
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Sheer Genius: Helena Christensen at Valentino Resort 2018

Top model Helena Christensen wore a Valentino frock in layered white tulle to the resort show this week.
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Cleo Wade at the 2017 Whitney Gala

The stars align at this time of year, when glittery spring benefit parties intersect with longer daylight hours, allowing us to see some eveningwear trends on the street. At the Whitney Gala and Studio party...
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Tropicana: Olivia Palermo at Valentino Resort 2018

The always-on-trend Olivia Palermo wore a satin bomber jacket with tropical prints and a pop of yellow to the Valentino resort show yesterday in New York. She mixed it with a striped top in a clever styling twist.
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Heart Breaker: Harley Viera Newton at Valentino Resort 2018

Valentino came to town this week to put on a resort show in downtown NYC. The fashion crowd came out in force for designer Pierpaolo Piccioli, who hasn't missed a beat since taking full helm of the...
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Dose of Color: Elina Halimi at Alberta Ferretti FW2017

Here's one color trend we're still seeing a lot of: bright yellow, as spotted on Elina Halimi at the Alberta Ferretti show. This perennially happy color is a nice way to welcome the summer.
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Tagged bandanas, Elina Halimi, Fendi, Fendi bag, hats, sunglasses, yellow
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It’s a Cinch: Taylor Tomasi Hill at Delpozo FW2017

Taylor Tomasi Hill cinched a military jacket with a wide black belt at the Delpozo show in New York.
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Tagged belted coats, cropped, Delpozo, FW2017, military jackets, nautical, sneakers, Taylor Tomasi Hill
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