Word on the Street

My favorite street style photographs of the week...

Source: AltaMiraNYC via Teen Vogue. Why I'm digging it: How SICK are those stockings?! Alas, they are Gaultier and I will likely never get my hands on them until something similar trickles down. The boots have a perfectly slouchy cuff and shaft, but the heel adds a sleek element. Plus, the a.wang bag...

Source: The Face Hunter. Why I'm digging it: Louise can do no wrong. I love it from top to bottom. The head band, band/military inspired jacket, fringed oversized clutch, matte leather-like leggings, and ankle boots are perfection. Not only are they all stand out pieces alone, but they look fantastic together. Oh yeah, I also love her hair and wish mine would look like that every. Single. Day.
Source: Garance Dore. Why I'm digging it: I rarely wear pants. If I could style them as expertly as this lady, I may reconsider. The jeans are perfectly worn in without being too overtly 'destroyed,' and they are moderatly high-waisted without venturing into the way trendy 'mom jean' territory. I'm way into the skinny belt, and the color of that over sized scarf is the most perfectly ripe hue of juicy orange.

Source: Garance Dore again. Why I'm digging it: That saffron jacket! AHH. I'm not exactly sure what is going with that non-bow shoulder to shoulder sash thing, but I am way into it. I'm sort of surprised that I'm lusting over something as simple as a structured black bag with minimal gold hardware, but next the thrifting trip I take I will be on the lookout. This photo also makes me want to stack on a bunch of glittery, delicate bangles. All about the details.

Source: The Sartorialist. Why I'm digging it: A fantastic monochromatic look. I feel like every time I try to go for a monochromatic black ensemble, I just look like I'm wearing a sad jumble of shades of black that faded in the washing machine. I think she pulls it off because of the multiple textures. Wool cape (I WANT A CAPE!), leather gloves, hardware bedecked leather bag, perfectly opaque leggings, and shiny but not patent lace-ups. It all works beautifully. Who needs ivory when you've got ebony that looks this fantastic?