For the people who are missing the plot of Sex and The City, you should know that my friend group would suffice as an equally entertaining replacement. We're just four girls who work in fashion, know how to dress, have an elite sense of humor, and insist that everyone around us has just as much fun as we do.
If you've ever people-watched in New York City, you may have noticed that each neighborhood is home to a completely different cast of characters. As I started to think about the trends that I've been seeing everywhere lately, my friend group came to mind because although we're so similar, we live in neighborhoods with completely different vibes.
While I live in the West Village (the land of the polished coastal granddaughter), my friends live in Williamsburg, East Village, and Chelsea. Basically, when we walk outside of the house, we often see a completely different type of New Yorker. So obviously, I had to know what trends they're seeing everywhere now that summer has neared its peak. Their answers did not disappoint and inspired my next few outfits. See the eight trends we're convinced that everyone is wearing below.
As a fellow Who What Wear editor, Grace is the first of the friend group that we need to hear from.
CARGO PANTS
You can't go wrong with cargo pants. All of us agreed immediately that this trend is on every NYC corner right now, no matter the zip code.
Shop the trend:
If they're low-rise, that's a plus.
We all need a denim pair.
Pretty in pink.
MATCHING SETS
One of the easiest ways to get dressed is a matching set. You never have to think much about how to style things. New York City girls love convenience, so naturally, this is right up their alley.
Shop the trend:
Think pink.
Shop the matching Vega Shirt Dress ($179).
Such a good going-out outfit.
Shop the matching Flared Ruched Pants ($25).
Invite me to a wedding so I can wear this.
Shop the matching Raquel Linen-Blend Maxi Skirt ($275).
Trés chic.
Levi's sense of style is elite. She's not afraid to take risks and is always on-trend, consistently scoring the best vintage finds. Her POV was required here.
CHUNKY NECKLACES
Accessories that make a statement are having a moment now more than ever before. Any simple outfit immediately gets taken to the next level when you add a statement necklace. Every girl I know in NYC already has a few in her jewelry drawer.
Shop the trend:
A forever best-seller.
Don't just save a necklace like this for special events.
Pretty pretty pearls.
CROCHET
If you know me, you know I'm fully on board with the crochet trend. I made a point to wear it before summer even began, just to test it out for a bit. It turns out New Yorkers are in agreement with me because I am seeing it everywhere.
Shop the trend:
You can't go wrong with this trendy basic.
How fun!
A crochet coverup is always on my packing list.
Renata is known for pulling off a viral TikTok on a regular basis. Since she never misses an event, I had to tap her next to hear what people are wearing out and about.
CORSET TOPS
Whether you take the flirty or edgy route, corset tops are everywhere. This is good news because of how flattering it is on all body types. As many of them hit just below the belly button, try pairing yours with low-rise pants.
Shop the trend:
It's giving mint chocolate chip ice cream.
This top is perfection.
Everyone can benefit from a top like this.
SATURATED COLORS
A trend that isn't going away anytime soon is strong color blocking. Saturated colors are everywhere in New York right now, and no one is afraid to wear a splash of neon.
Shop the trend:
Buy an It bag in hot pink if you want to feel like Paris Hilton.
I'm so here for this.
Having a shirt like this is essential.
People-watching in NYC is my absolute favorite pastime. I've noticed a few standout trends lately, so see my picks below.
LOW-RISE EVERYTHING
I'm an avid supporter of wearing anything low-rise, and it's really great to know that I'm not the only one who feels this way. Every time I leave my house, I see this trend everywhere.
Shop the trend:
Start with a classic miniskirt.
Low-rise denim is elite.
Add a string bikini underneath for the perfect beach-day look.
GEOMETRIC PRINTS
Introducing the antithesis to minimalism. Fun and swirly prints have fully taken over the city that was once filled with Mary-Kate and Ashley lookalikes.
Shop the trend:
We all need something from Louisa Ballou to start with.
How fun is this mini?
The perfect WFH set.
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