Introducing “Subway Chic”: A Series Uncovering New York’s Underground Style.
The New York City Subway – a place where worlds collide in a swirl of sound, color, and energy. This underground realm is home to contrasts: homeless seeking refuge, Wall Street analysts rushing to closings, and every type of fashionista – from haute couture to hot mess.
Down there all else is equal. Bespoke suits rub shoulders with ripped fishnets, and designer handbags share seats with thrift-store treasures. The NYC subway is a catwalk of contradictions, where fashion trends are born, die, and resurrect – often in the same car.
This series “Subway Chic,” will highlight the most striking, bewildering, and inspiring styles spotted underground.
Entry 1: The 2000s Revival at Grand Central
While everyone was zombie-ing their way to work on Monday, a fearless fashionista boarded the downtown 6 train at 42nd Street making a very bold, denim statement.
The Look:
- A studded denim jacket that screamed “Britney Spears circa 2001”;
- A cream-colored turtleneck sweater (maybe to make the look appear slightly practical);
- High-waisted jeans that would fit right in a ’90s time capsule;
- An oversized studded belt; and
- Cowprint cowboy boots to add a dose of wild west flair into the overall look.
This mystery girl’s commitment to the Y2K aesthetic was unwavering. Who needs coffee when you can get a visual caffeine boost from this outfit?
The Verdict: 5/10
You have to respect the commitment. This Subway Chic pioneer went all-in on the 2000s denim trend, rocking an all-jean ensemble at 8 am on a Monday. The look may not have been flawless, but her dedication to the fit deserves some credit.
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