Results tagged “streetstyle”

A look that demonstrates versatility to handle the temperamental Chicago weather, Robert wears his polyester trousers rolled up, along with a cardigan for extra warmth. Mixing different fabrics of black, Robert creates an interesting monochrome look.

Splattered in blues, yellows, and fluorescent reds, Corea paints a fresh, avant-garde, teenage look. By layering two dresses, Corea transforms a one-dimensional dress into a gradient of colors: from the dark grey top down to the mesh skirt popping with bursts of red. Offering us a glimpse of her soft side, Corea matches her tutu skirt with frilly socks, complementing each other in texture and fabric.

In a thin whimsical dress and matching headband, Elizabeth tiptoes down Michigan Avenue as if in a scene from the ballet. Her silky thigh-length dress creates a soft, ever changing shape blowing in the light breeze. With understated details like the silk flower corsages on the dress and the headband, Elizabeth creates a youthful and elegant look for the summer.

Redefining the classics, Ashley creates a new take on the timeless leather jacket with dark denim ensemble. With her low hanging scarf, she softens up what would otherwise be a masculine rigid look.

Like Holly Golighty peering into Tiffany’s on a quiet morning, Shannon stares into the camera showing off her look. Her high-waisted skirt and quarter sleeve cardigan wave gracefully as she walks the breezy Chicago streets. Leaving the pearls and tiara behind, Shannon accessorizes her outfit with a creamy blue cloche hat and flats, creating a casual yet elegant city look.

Seen in Wicker Park on a lazy Sunday afternoon, Henrí conjures up a hot '80s summer night in the city. A make-up artist, Henrí demonstrates her skills of color matching, and utilizing her natural skin tone to complete a look. With her nautical themed headscarf, body hugging jeans and tank top, Henrí looks sexy and self-assured.

As the temperature neared 75 degrees, Alexi and Chloe were seen walking down Michigan Avenue, their clothes contrasting eastern and western pop fashion. Alexi's streamlined denim button-up dress shirt and bow-tie play off the quintessential manga female - a cute, innocent waitress ... with attitude. Chloe, on the other hand, goes for the Kelly-Clarkson-hard-rock-yet-classy-Southern-bell appeal. Both ladies give a great snapshot of the current pop culture couture.

Flashing multiple layers and donning sunglasses, Chris, reminiscent of a young Usher, resembles an idolized teen pop star, adoring his fans on the city streets. His mix of checkers, stripes, and plaids collages different styles and genres into one cohesive look.

With a sweater draped over her for warmth against the brisk Chicago spring morning, Paige’s ensemble mixes diverse cultural textiles. The knit Norwegian-style sweater and the patterned pashmina scarf complement each other harmoniously in color and in pattern. Taking influences from Europe and Central Asia, Paige weaves together an elegant (and comfortable) look.

Andrew puts a new twist on the classic collegiate schoolboy look with his study in contrasting fit. His navy pea coat looks inflated, engulfing his skinny frame. Yet the sleeves are cut short, adding to his intriguing look. Contrasting his jacket, Andrew's super slim jeans wrap his legs tight, creating a sense of fragility that is mirrored in his delicate face.

All in grey and strutting down State Street, Debra looks poised in her high-heeled shoes and flood length pants. The grey stockings darken her fair-skinned ankle, allowing her face to shine as her only exposed feature. Add everything together with her over-sized leather bag and hat, Debra shows off a chic Parisian newsgirl look.

Caitlin’s beautifully structured hair commands attention. With the over-sized gold earrings complementing her skin and the luscious scarf softening up the straight-edged pea coat, Caitlin elegantly contrasts different textures. Her worn cowgirl suede boots adds a kick to her graceful ensemble, preparing her for the wilderness of the city streets.

Her fabulous Hollywood glam sunglasses separate Maria from the crowd of bustling commuters in the late afternoon. The fluorescent red full-length coat and cotton-knit hat gleam against her fair hair and skin. Mixing traditional and trendy items, Maria shows that fashion is also for the young at heart!

  

With her pants rolled up and her ankles exposed, Joan's sense of proportion is striking. Her thigh-length tunic pulls her down, her hands sinking deep into the wells of her pockets, but her rolled pant legs defy gravity to pick her up. An essential element of her outfit, the hiked-up Huckleberry slacks prepare Joan for her adventures in the big city.

  

Doused in black, Lady in the Park was enjoying a quiet lunch break on a sunny afternoon. Her interpretation of an all-black outfit focuses less on texture (see Tracy) and more on accents and accessories. Her beautiful detailed scarf brings out her cat-like eyes and complements her flat bangs. Regardless of the differences between this outfit and Tracy's, they both use the color black effectively to create a subdued background that allows the details (whether they be woven patterns or bright scarves and undershirts) to pop.

  

Tracy loves cotton, so much so that she wraps herself in it from head to toe. Her horizontally ribbed sweater and vertically cable knit tights create an stunning contrast, yet they don't seem too excessive. Contouring her body, the shadows extenuate the cotton textures, while the blackness of her ensemble creates a subdued canvas, on which only the ribs and knots stand out. It’s a great way to show off what a mix-match set of woven patterns can do.

After a long winter, the first few days of warm weather brought along a pleasant change to puffy jackets and thick boots. Shedding the down feathers and extra layers, Valerie was caught breezing by with a refreshing thin jacket and light silk scarf; she was late for giving one of her Chicago chocolate boutique tours. Her vivid yellow coat plays well with the splash of blue and purple on her scarf and bag, making for a festive, yet elegant, springtime look.

  

Like so many other Chicagoans, Justine throws on her oversized black coat on a cold day. But as a bold twist, she decides to wrap her zig-zag scarf around her like a poncho. Her curved bangs cut into the sharp lines of her scarf and soften what would otherwise be a harsh statement. Justine carries her dramatic look with confidence; not everyone can pull this off.

Spotted outside a crowded café in Pilsen, Miguel’s style is summed up by one word: fun. His wild tied-back hair, red bandana, and thick, black-frame glasses all sum up his relaxed personal style. He could have easily been lost in the crowd with the well-worn cardigan and t-shirt combo if it weren’t for his unique look, accessories, and playful mix of colors: red, grey, black, and a splash of yellow. If Che Guevara wanted to look fun, this would be it.