It may be a little convenient truth about New York style when you intermix a boho, night life glamazon, upper east side prep student, and a fashion enthusiast. Some girls belong to one of these groups, sometimes two, and rarely all of the above. It is a rule when one juggles multiple different things—whether they be styles or tasks, to make the task at hands seem effortless—just ask those cirque de soleil talents—however, some do it impeccably. I came across this fashion talent in 18 year-old Alexa West. Whether I see her in the morning appearing nonchalantly casual or when we socialize in the night time, she always intrigues all the passerby and all people watchers alike in these seen-to be-seen events. A graduate of one of the prestigious preparatory high schools in Manhattan and soon to attend Georgetown University in the fall, her outfits resemble her personality. This involves an effortless yet very substantial look that evokes thoughts and emotions. She combines her sense of style with her art of juxtaposition resulting in a clever composition of an aesthetic look. One of her prized possessions is her round frame vintage Balenciaga sunglasses. They really stand out when she wears them with Balmain style destroyed washed jeans and killer heels. If there is any common denominator between Alexa and I, it is our penchant for vintage items. Vintage is not always a classic, but when they are they complement our modern and contemporary fashion items. Seeing her in person or in fashion photo Blogs, I love all her looks because all of them make you think. Moreover it makes you want to try to figure out, to search, to discern and to dissect. There is something so obvious yet very mysterious about it and so simple yet so intricate. I don’t know if it’s her black embroidery Valentino heels paired with a typical New York black leather jacket or her astonishing accessories. Nonetheless, if there is one thing I have learned from her style, its that people still see through past her crazy looks and want to get to know her as a person. Sure, most of the time she wears head-to-toe designers but surprisingly I never figure it out unless she tells me what they are. To me, that is truly a fashion girl. A lot of visible designer logos will cheapen one’s look and will make people see the labels but not the person behind them.
NYSH: How do you describe your fashion philosophy?
AW: Glamour and effortless style.
NYSH: From your recent trips to Portugal and China this past year what have you discovered in the fashion scene over there?
AW: In Lisbon there was a lot of graffiti and I think it is another way of expressing your style. In Shanghai it was pretty and I think it will be a substantial city of style soon.
NYSH: What are your keys to look good?
AW: Combining high end and cheap items. To look good is what I make my wardrobe, my closet is a foundation that works together.
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