Two Noir

I've started avoiding photographing people in black because it's sooo ubiquitous. But because it's unavoidable I try to at least find looks that capture my interest. Looking closely these two have looks that have more in common than merely the color: from the jackets to the black nail polish to the serenely cool expressions...so is there a cliff notes version to all this?

Last fur - for now!

Because it's like spring outside so who wants fur right now anyways? That being said, I think it's safe to say that this is faux fur as it seems to get matted in a muppety kind of way. This could look disasterous but she works the proportion by keeping narrow on the bottom and adding height with those amazing shoes. (he looks good too but we're talking about fur today)

Cool toned hair

There was a little press recently about Kate Moss streaking her hair grey and little minions following suit. I am not a fan of grey but I think this cool lavender color is a nice alternative. And of course his (natural?) red is pretty great too.

We Are All Made of Stars

Or so says Moby. Whether this is true or not, I do know some of us look like stars. Like these 3 here. There glasses look like Stevie Boi's and I love the hair on the girl's with its slightly punk/new wave flavor.

Brooklyn Kids

Are they really from Brooklyn? Okay, not sure but she does have the requisite round oversized frames and long dark hair with bangs...but we won't hold that against her because she seems rather nice. And I like her zebra print top. And his hat. GREAT hat and you can find similar ones on Canal Street for $5 which is always a good thing.

Rock On!

This is Pete and Kim who I met at the Coffee Shop bar last week. They're originally from Australia but are currently living and rocking in LA with their band the Hot Kicks. And they definitely look like a certain LA scene but were alot nicer than many LA peeps...maybe that's the Aussie in 'em!

3 x 3

Not full length style shot but I love these kids...and I couldn't decide which photo to put up so here's one for each. Or three for three. Or...whatever!

Super Cute in Black and White

I love these two: one in all black and one in all white. And then the details: red suspenders and big hoop earrings on her and a jaunty cap, colorful Nikes and a Kewpie Doll necklace on him = fresh + adorable.

legs for days

Okay so the first thing you notice is the height differential. But then...her jeans. These look authentically retro in all their skinny high-waisted glory.

Over the tunnel and through the bridge...

Okay, I don't know where these two are from but if I went with a stereotype I'd say beyond the outer boros...my narrative is she's the aspiring Fly Girl from New Jersey or Ronkonkoma and he's her supportive slightly cooler sidekick. Oh. And it's 1991! And their best friend is Rosie Perez. And yes, I am making all this up having OD'ed on sugary holiday treats -but that's part of the fun of people watching. So what do you think their story is?

circa 1964

I love his vintage jacket and skinny tie paired with the plaid shirt. Not sure I'm buying the bright Nikes for evening: a pair of classic oxfords or wing tips would have been a better choice. And his best accessory is his date.

A natty pair

These two are elegantly eclectic. excellent.

Style Defined Lookbook #1 is Now Available!

Shameless self promotion: I have a new magazine out that features photos taken on the street and in clubs in NYC over the past 6 months. It also has some insights by NYC downtown club divas. If you like the photos on the site I think you'll love the Lookbook! You can order it HERE! xo katya

I wanna rock 'n roll all night...

Mostly I show single "style" shots but once in awhile there is a group photo that captures a sort of collective style. This was taken last night at Niko's party at the Soho Grand and just kind of happened. I love when it just works...you can see a few more photos from the party in the Musings section or just click here

and you can thank American Apparel...

for inspiring kids far and wide to wear shiny gold stretch pants and sparkly leggings. Olivia Newton-John circa Xanadu would be so pleased! ...but are we?

Ich bin ein Berliner * 3

skinny jeans...all black...great hair...am I at the Tribeca Grand? On the lower east side? Isn't it funny how what looks good is international and yet there is also a local flavor? These 3 have all the signs of downtown kids yet a distinctly Berlin flavor.

Isn't she pretty in black

Sometimes I look at a photo and am on cultural reference overload. My head goes short hair, black Ray Bans - friend of Molly Ringwald in the eighties. But wearing black and a skirt with black boots is more Reality Bites and the nineties. And he's pure Partridge Family seventies...but I love these two...hence the post...but I am beginning to wonder how we'll look back and define the...zero decade? And recycling other looks is not the answer.

Tatts and Straw Hats

Tatts and straw hats might conjure up images of good ol' boys. But these hats have a fashionable flair that rivals their functionality and compliment the couples' (good) look.

John Hughes casting call?

Remember Sixteen Candles? The Breakfast Club? John Hughes was a master of teen angst in the Eighties. We can't help but think these two would be shoo-ins for modern reinterpretations of those classics.

Color me Pink

and blue. and black. Are they cute or too matchy match? Did she pick out his t-shirt when she had decided on a dress? Or do they unconsciously color coordinate from being together for a long time. (kind of like how owners are said to resemble their dogs and vice versa...or not)