Get The Look: Women’s Everyday Fashion In 8 US Cities
Photo by Lerone Pieters
Every city has its own unique blend of culture that includes its foods, architecture, industry, art, and attractions. But in addition to each city having its own “look” and “feel,” every city also has its own fashion sense.
No matter which city’s streets you find yourself walking down, you’ll see that the people who live there often have their own unique sense of style in relation to other places.
We’ve gathered the fashion essentials of women living in 8 of the major U.S. cities that represent different regions as a whole. While in no way could we possibly cover every style in each of these wonderful cities, we’ve assembled the basic staples of what you might need to look like a local next time you visit!
01 | New York City / Northeast: The “Clean & Elegant” Look
Known as one of the fashion centers of the world, New York is known for its crisp, clean fashion sense. Whether you’re walking down Fifth Avenue, seeing a Broadway play, or reading a book in Central Park, the look here is:
02 | Los Angeles / West Coast: The “Laid Back” Look
Los Angeles is home to Hollywood, the beach, and movie stars. Its fashion sense is laid back, comfortable, and trendy. While you may start your day with a walk on the beach, it just might end at a party in the hills, so you’ll need something both comfortable and cute. To get the Los Angeles look you’ll want:
03 | Seattle / Pacific Northwest: The “Cozy Introvert” Look
Seattle sits at what feels like the very edge of the world, on the sea and under mountains, it is a city of rainy days, strong coffee, and lots of opportunities for long walks with deep thoughts. To get the cozy introvert look you’ll want:
comfy walking loafers
a canvas tote bag (for your books, of course!)
04 | New Haven / New England: The “Academic” Look
True to its title of being the “new” England, New Haven, home to Yale University, is known for its superior academics, quaint aesthetic, and rolling hills of beautiful foliage right outside its city limits. To capture this book girl, academia aesthetic you’ll want to stock your closet with these items:
05 | Dallas / Western: The “Country Girl in the City” Look
Known for its wide open spaces, larger-than-life attitude, and great BBQ, Dallas is a warm and wonderful place to let your inner cowgirl come out. Filled with Western influences, to blend into this Texas town, you’ll want:
06 | Denver / Mountain: The “Wanderlust” Look
Sitting at a mile high in altitude beneath the wild and beautiful Rocky Mountains, Denver is a city of music, food, art, and a strong appreciation for the natural beauty that surrounds it. The Colorado-girl look is one that is ready for any adventure life might bring — be it a hike through mountains, or sipping a wonderful drink on a rooftop with a view. To fit right in in Denver you’ll want to consider:
07 | Chicago / Midwest: The “Relaxed Chic” Look
Chicago is known for its legendary winds, its delightful street food, and its beautiful winding river. Whether you’re walking under the shadow of the Sears Tower, down the river and over to Cloud Gate, dodging into a coffee shop, you’re sure to fit right in with this look:
08 | Nashville / Southern: The “Modern Country” Look
Nashville is known for its Americana music, home-cooked food, and classic Southern charm. Whether you’re out on the town seeing your favorite band, or attending a backyard get-together, you’ll want these items to make your Nashville look complete:
cute boot heels
a wide-brimmed fedora (with a feather for good measure!)