Knit as outerwear works if it looks warm. The texture of the knit is important because of the cosiness factor but also to avoid looking ‘bulky’. The style of knitwear in the photo works (long cardigan) but it would work better if it was a colour other than black. Turquoise or chocolate brown perhaps…
This is my favorite shot in a very long time. Being from Miami and now living in New Haven, CT, I always wonder how to dress for the cold (seriously, the concept of layering was a breakthrough for me during my first winter). Thank you for this wonderful inspiration!
Nubby, cozy, and comfy. I am glad the bag is not a predictable patent-garbage-bag look … that would have ruined it! Instead, it looks as though she has chosen an original big bag … This makes the look her own. The trousers are just the right length. Also, I love it when I see women wearing hats in the winter. She is sensibly chic.
can’t believe this photo has attracted some negative comments! she looks great. not all like the usual new york photos where all the subjects look like they’ve all bought their clothes yesterday. more photos like this please– less YSL high heels and logo bags. love her colors. love the slight suggestion of the 1920s. love her individuality. this is style, not fashion.
The melange isn’t bad, but her shoes ruin the outfit. A pair of quality black leather boots are needed here. There’s just so far you can go without saying “ragamuffin.”
Anonymous
December 18, 2007 at 10:08 am
Oh, this is so me! It’s not exactly inspiring, it rather reconfirms my way – thank you, Sart, thank you, girl!
Carolina Lange
December 18, 2007 at 10:09 am
Love it! Her look really great!
Anonymous
December 18, 2007 at 10:11 am
Yesterday I was in Rice and I thought that girl looks like she should be on The Sartorialist site and there she is! So adorable.
James
December 18, 2007 at 10:24 am
oh i’m first!!!! and i’m sorry, i’m just not feeling that oufit. not a fan of that particular sillhouette.
whyioughtta
December 18, 2007 at 10:33 am
That is a BIG bag for such a little lady.
LOVE the knit coat. Good call. Her navy/army green colour mix is great too.
legallondon
December 18, 2007 at 10:34 am
Knit as outerwear works if it looks warm. The texture of the knit is important because of the cosiness factor but also to avoid looking ‘bulky’. The style of knitwear in the photo works (long cardigan) but it would work better if it was a colour other than black. Turquoise or chocolate brown perhaps…
Anonymous
December 18, 2007 at 10:39 am
That bag!! I love it.
FreshSamantha
December 18, 2007 at 11:49 am
I love the bag but I hate how it’s obstructing her…perhaps she should give it to me. Love the hat/scarf combo, very inspiring for today.
morty
December 18, 2007 at 12:45 pm
Quite chilly for a change,but the girl is dressed in warm clothes.The bag could be another color,now it is taking too much space.
Anonymous
December 18, 2007 at 3:49 pm
Love the hat scarf combo, and the color combo in general (minus the black shoes.)
But I feel like she is making herself look heavier and shorter. She seems lost behind her clothes.
Iheartfashion
December 18, 2007 at 5:03 pm
What a beautiful scarf, and I love the wide-legged wool pants!
Anonymous
December 18, 2007 at 5:52 pm
I love this look, she looks like a real person, not a styled person. And great background!
Anonymous
December 18, 2007 at 7:04 pm
um no. no. and no. sorry. she’s cute though.
Deja Pseu
December 18, 2007 at 7:21 pm
Love how she’s coordinated the colors with the hat and scarf! Proof that there is a middle ground between clashing and matchy-matchy.
simplyolive
December 18, 2007 at 7:47 pm
love the crochet hat,
& the knit sweater!
Anonymous
December 18, 2007 at 9:29 pm
This is my favorite shot in a very long time. Being from Miami and now living in New Haven, CT, I always wonder how to dress for the cold (seriously, the concept of layering was a breakthrough for me during my first winter). Thank you for this wonderful inspiration!
pretty kitty publishing
December 18, 2007 at 10:37 pm
Nubby, cozy, and comfy. I am glad the bag is not a predictable patent-garbage-bag look … that would have ruined it! Instead, it looks as though she has chosen an original big bag … This makes the look her own. The trousers are just the right length. Also, I love it when I see women wearing hats in the winter. She is sensibly chic.
Anonymous
December 19, 2007 at 12:35 am
love it! she looks so cozy. just how i want to feel this winter.
Mischa
December 19, 2007 at 2:32 am
just love the accessaries..the scarf and the bag, i’m looking for a bag like this everywhere!
Anne Corrons
December 19, 2007 at 4:03 am
I love the hat and the bag! A great look!q
Anonymous
December 19, 2007 at 9:00 am
can’t believe this photo has attracted some negative comments! she looks great. not all like the usual new york photos where all the subjects look like they’ve all bought their clothes yesterday. more photos like this please– less YSL high heels and logo bags. love her colors. love the slight suggestion of the 1920s. love her individuality. this is style, not fashion.
Anonymous
December 19, 2007 at 9:03 am
I wish I had the guts to go out like that… she looks comfortable and warm, an adorable christmas elf.
Shabnom
December 19, 2007 at 11:28 am
Well she looks warm! I love her scarf, and I like that her hat and bag are things that wouldn’t work for everyone but work great for her.
Paul Pincus
December 19, 2007 at 11:34 am
I think she looks adorable!
Anonymous
December 19, 2007 at 12:07 pm
I second the observation above: this is style, not fashion. I love these kinds of photos –thanks, Sart.
Mrs Smith
December 19, 2007 at 6:19 pm
I like the look – to look truly comfortable and carelessly good is a feat.
pres10514
December 19, 2007 at 7:44 pm
The melange isn’t bad, but her shoes ruin the outfit. A pair of quality black leather boots are needed here. There’s just so far you can go without saying “ragamuffin.”
hannah
December 19, 2007 at 9:06 pm
does anyone know who makes that bag? — or maybe it’s vintage…. i love love love it!
Anonymous
December 20, 2007 at 4:59 am
I like women who have the guts to dress as they please .
That´s freedom and power.
Anonymous
December 21, 2007 at 10:47 am
The proportions are just out of whack. Don’t like it.
Dana
December 27, 2007 at 11:55 pm
She is darling, but that purse is wearing her….
Anonymous
January 15, 2008 at 7:53 pm
Too baggy, but she looks warm.
Bronagh
January 26, 2008 at 5:33 pm
i love the “left” piece in the background. Man, that guy gets around.