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Plaid is everywhere this season. I recently spotted this gentleman in Union Square showcasing the trend with this green plaid blazer. Very cool.
It’s been a while since I’ve posted a random style sighting that didn’t come out of an event. So I was pleased to run into Eduardo on Halsey street in Bedstuy.
Love the hat and frames. His jacket also caught my eye.
His Giuseppe sneakers finished off his street chic look nicely.
Chef Roble and Saada Ahmed’s Everyday People monthly brunch party has become one of the coolest events for New York City’s cool crowd. Beyond the food, musical performances, and celebrity VIP, some of the most fashionable people in the city show up to show off their unique style. This past Sunday I attended the event to document all the fabulous attendees. Check it below.
I wore a pleated skirt I had made in Ghana during my trip there a few years ago. I wanted the skirt to be the standout piece, so I wore a sweatshirt close to my flesh tone, minimal accessories, and camel colored wedge heels.
The ladies looked great in flirty skirts and dresses.
I loved her boots and NY Jet’s T-Shirt.
Isn’t she beautiful?
These ladies looked great. Loved the ankara shoes.
Speaking of Ankara…loved these pants.
The guys looked casual cool.
Loved his accessories.
Cool look.
Clearly black and white was the color palette for many of the guys.
Some of the ladies kept it casual but fresh.
I love this look on Joy Adaeze.
Some of the men embraced color.
Chef Roble included.
Great hair, makeup, accessories, and beautiful complexions were aplenty.
Chrissy Lampkin was there. She was super cool.
Beverly Bond’s DJ set was so on point.
Amanda Diva was the host.
Before the brunch party began, Dark and Lovely held a presentation of it’s Au Naturale Anti-Breakage and Anti-Shrinkage lines to members of the press. The company brought a few of their models along to demonstrate the products, including Wakeema Hollis pictured above.
Roble took a moment to take some press shots along with Les Nubians who performed at the event. Nice event overall.
Day 5 of New York Fashion week was pretty laid back for me. I returned to Lincoln Center to finish up some of the television reporting I’m doing on diversity in the fashion industry.
I wore a boxy black button down shirt from Asos, a peach pleated skirt, statement necklace, and black booties.
I also snapped a few more photos of people while I was there.
Bonus: Paris and Nikki Hilton came by to attend one of the shows. The funniest part of the pictures I captured were the photo bombers.
Lol.
It’s day 4 of fashion week! Today I attended Essence Magazine’s first ever Street Style Block Party. The successful event included vendors, a performance by Jazmine Sullivan, and beautiful black women showcasing their personal style.
Today I opted for a simple look: A sequins graphic T-Shirt, navy culottes, and pepto pink low chunky heels. Check out my coverage of the event.
I ran into the always well-dressed Ezi.
Popular personal style blogger, Karen Blanchard was there looking sporty chic.
I met Ty Alexander of Gorgeousingrey.com and snapped this photo of her.
Project Runway finalist, Kimberly Goldson and other designers were there alongside the Chevrolet cars they created a custom print for.
I loved this vintage dress.
Some donned ankara prints.
Some kept it simple.
Color was also on the style menu. I loved these two ladies!
More prints!
Ayana from the group Aries was there.
I ran into my friend, Shana Jackson (right). I made her spill the tea on her cool new hairstyle.
Speaking of hair, I couldn’t begin to capture all the great hair at the event, but here are the people I did snap.
Beautiful mane, beautiful smile.
Color conscious.
The pompadour.
Shaved head, flawless skin, fresh makeup. Love it!
Happy New York Fashion Week beautiful people! Since this is my first since I launched ScriptsandSightings.com, I kicked things off with a full day of street style coverage at Lincoln Center. But first, Laura Fuchs, my amazing photographer for the day, captured me wearing this black and white bandage skater skirt, black crop top, and black caged heels.
Red lips!
Then I got to work on snapping photos of my own.
Everyone was in awe of skirt designer Arlinda McIntosh. She had such a presence.
What’s a fashion event without ankara prints?
This mod dress was a hit.
Some of the guys came correct.
Popular menswear blogger Steven Ononja was there.
I loved his accessories.
On Sunday I decided to leave AfroPunk early to head over to Spike Lee’s ‘Brooklyn Loves Michael Jackson’ party at Restoration Plaza in BedStuy.
I’ll admit, it was a challenge to get good photos since the venue was so tight and packed. But I did my best. Check it!
Like the Michael Jackson look-alike above, this woman came ready to perform.
This gentleman paid homage to Michael Jackson’s role as the scarecrow in The Wiz.
When I think AfroPunk I think individuality. Over the past 12 years the music festival has been a haven for black folks who love punk rock, alternative culture, and unique style a la goth, quirkiness, and funk. I attended the two-day long event to get snapshots. Check it out below.
I ran into members of the bank BLXPLTN (Blaxploitation). Cool cats.
I met this cool young lady working the booth for the brand Kreyol, by Haitian-American designer Joelle. Kreyol had some of the best offerings at the event. Love the shirt!
Her accessories I love…especially those coin earrings. I will be on the hunt for those.
I met Joelle the designer on day two of AfroPunk. She looked as cool as her brand.
In Manhattan you never know who you’ll run into. When I was on my way to Jack’s 99 Cent Store on 32nd street I spotted America’s Next Top Model contestant, Eugena Washington. Like any model on a day off, she looked casual but cool.
Life after ANTM has clearly been good to Eugena because she’s graced campaigns for T.J. Maxx, Clinique, and she recently did a commercial for Lexxus. Werk!
Black and white, floral print, snap backs, tats, and sneakers. Swag.
His bow tie and belt made this look special.
Over in the Meatpacking District some kept it casual.
Others let their hair out.
I loved Nia’s pleated skirt and her choice of colors were perfect. Her shoes were cool too. She offers a great demonstration on how to wear white footwear, which could be a challenge.