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I never liked the term “Borrowed from the Boys.” This phrase refers to traditional menswear styles that can be reinterpreted for the modern woman. Leather jackets, graphic t-shirts, boxy blazers, distressed jeans, and penny loafers are all considered menswear-only pieces, and when a woman chooses to wear any or all of these pieces she is officially labeled a tomboy, void of all traditional femininity. Leather jackets were popularized by bad boys James Dean and Marlon Brando i

Every time I wear this outfit I get compliments on how chic and pulled together I look… which explains why I have worn it three times in the last month! This outfit receives high praise is because it mixes a lot of different design elements creating a cool composition. The cropped leather jacket compliments the high rise of the pants, the pop of color works well with the achromatic stripe, and the different fabrics and textures keep the eye moving. I love these high rise cro

This week I am showing how to incorporate vintage into your wardrobe without looking like an Annie Hall or Velma street character. My first tactic is the “New Yorker” way—wear it with black. Throwing on black layers and accessories is an easy way to mute an otherwise loud print, and keep everything looking cohesive and chic. My second tactic is to play with proportions. If you have an oversized sweater or jacket, pairing it with form fitting bottoms and simple shoes is a good

I make no exaggeration when say that I have been on a quest to find a perfect leather jacket since Bush Jr. was in office. Although my journey has been long and treacherous, the destination made it all worth it. Earlier this month, I fell in love with this Maje leather jacket I found at the Buffalo Exchange in Chelsea. The fit was impeccable, and it was brought in New With Tags—I had no other choice. I love how the leather is not a jet black, and that the hardware is not shin