BECAUSE:
Her wardrobe functions like her interiors—considered, restrained and quietly powerful.
SEEN WEARING:
The Row, Toteme and COS, usually in a palette of cream, ivory and stone.
BRONSON VAN WYCK
WHO:
Legendary event designer Bronson van Wyck (@bronsonvanwyck) is known for orchestrating Manhattan’s most dazzling gatherings with effortless elegance.
BECAUSE:
His personal style reflects the same polished ease— timeless tailoring, velvet blazers and crisp shirting with a hint of irreverence.
SEEN WEARING:
Tom Ford, Hermès and the quiet glint of antique cufflinks.
CARMEN BUSQUETS
WHO:
Fashion investor and patron Carmen Busquets (@carmen.busquets) has backed some of the most consequential brands in contemporary luxury, including Net-a-Porter and Moda Operandi.
BECAUSE:
Her jet-set wardrobe reflects a lifetime of deep access to global design culture—considered, never conspicuous.
SEEN WEARING:
Valentino, Missoni and statement-making European craftsmanship.
CHARLOTTE GROENEVELD
WHO:
Dutch-born content creator and fashion influencer Charlotte Groeneveld (@thefashionguitar) has cultivated an audience drawn to her feminine take on luxury dressing.
BECAUSE:
Her outfits strike a balance between aspirational and wearable.
SEEN WEARING:
Zimmermann, Celine and Chanel, with thoughtfully chosen vintage pieces.
CHLOE FINEMAN
WHO:
Actress and Saturday Night Live cast member Chloe Fineman (@chloeiscrazy) brings a playful, character-driven energy to New York’s fashion conversation.
BECAUSE:
Her red carpet and street style are theatrical yet wearable.
SEEN WEARING:
Vivienne Westwood, Valentino and vintage couture.
COREY DAMEN JENKINS
WHO:
Interior designer Corey Damen Jenkins (@coreydamenjenkins) is celebrated for maximalist interiors that blend elegance, color and historical fluency.
BECAUSE:
His personal style mirrors his rooms—sharp tailoring in unexpected combinations.
SEEN WEARING:
Tom Ford, Brioni and richly colored pocket squares and ties.
CHRISTIAN BENDEK
WHO:
Caribbean-born, Manhattan-based content creator Christian Bendek (@christianbendek) has redefined digital menswear with his vibrant, sun-drenched aesthetic and magnetic online presence.
BECAUSE:
In Manhattan, he channels the city’s global rhythm, collaborating regularly with luxury resorts, emerging menswear labels and renowned photographers. Each appearance feels like a studied escape, suggesting that leisure, too, demands its own form of sartorial discipline.
SEEN WEARING:
Orlebar Brown, Hermès sandals, David Yurman cuffs and sunglasses chosen for mood, not forecast.
CHLOË SEVIGNY
WHO:
Downtown New York original Chloë Sevigny (@chloessevigny) has been a defining style force since the 1990s and shows no sign of slowing down.
BECAUSE:
Her irreverent approach to fashion—equal parts instinct, wit and defiance—continues to influence a new generation of designers and dressers.
SEEN WEARING:
Vintage and archive pieces, Miu Miu and whatever she feels like wearing that day.
DEV HYNES
WHO:
Musician, producer and cultural polymath Dev Hynes (@devhynes), known professionally as Blood Orange, occupies a singular space in New York’s creative underground.
BECAUSE:
His wardrobe has a quietly directional quality— unexpected silhouettes and references assembled with an artist’s eye.
SEEN WEARING:
Raf Simons, Comme des Garçons and bespoke vintage.
ELLA EMHOFF
WHO:
Artist and knitwear designer Ella Emhoff (@ellaemhoff ) graduated from Parsons before becoming one of New York’s most talked-about emerging style figures.
BECAUSE:
Her idiosyncratic approach to dressing— layered textures, statement knitwear, an almost theatrical use of proportion—consistently earns its attention.
SEEN WEARING:
Her own knitwear, Miu Miu and vintage pieces sourced with a discerning eye.
EMILY RATAJKOWSKI
WHO:
Model, author and downtown fixture Emily Ratajkowski (@emrata) has emerged as one of New York’s most reliably photographed street style presences.
BECAUSE:
Her personal style fuses sensuality with ease—body-conscious silhouettes balanced by an undone, downtown confidence.
SEEN WEARING:
The Row, vintage Gucci and simple, well-cut basics.
FABIOL ABERACASA BECKMAN
WHO:
Philanthropist and style fixture Fabiola Beracasa Beckman (@fabbb_s) has long been a fixture of New York’s fashion, art and society circles.
BECAUSE:
Her polished, globally informed wardrobe moves fluidly between the charitable circuit, art world openings and fashion week.
SEEN WEARING:
Valentino, Schiaparelli and sculptural jewelry that anchors each look.
DEACON PHILLIPPE
WHO:
Deacon Phillippe (@deaconphillippe), musician, model and son of Reese Witherspoon, is rapidly carving out his own identity within Manhattan’s creative and social set.
BECAUSE:
Deacon’s style blends youthful ease with modern classicism— oversize cashmere knits, vintage denim and understated loafers. He often champions emerging New York menswear designers, signaling a sharp eye for the city’s next wave of talent.
SEEN WEARING:
Wales Bonner, Aimé Leon Dore, classic Levi’s, vintage Cartier and effortlessly tousled hair that’s become something of a signature.
HUNTER VOUGHT
WHO:
Creative and nightlife figure Hunter Vought (@huntervought) is a recurring presence across Manhattan’s cultural and social landscape.
BECAUSE:
His directional, well-structured tailoring represents a new guard of New York dressing—confident, polished and unexpected.
SEEN WEARING:
Dries Van Noten, Craig Green and artisan accessories.
GRETA LEE
WHO:
Actress Greta Lee emerged as a genuine fashion force following her acclaimed role in Past Lives, and has since become a consistent presence at the top of every best-dressed list.
BECAUSE:
Her wardrobe is refined and directional without sacrificing personality—a rare combination at any level of celebrity.
SEEN WEARING:
Loewe, Miu Miu and Bottega Veneta.
INDIA BRADLEY
WHO:
Model and creative India Bradley (@indiabradleyy) brings a sharply Gen Z aesthetic to downtown New York’s style conversation.
BECAUSE:
Her wardrobe reflects the energy of a new generation—art-referencing, layered and entirely unbothered by convention.
SEEN WEARING:
Diesel, Rick Owens and vintage archive pieces.
HANNAH TRAORE
WHO:
Gallerist and cultural voice Hannah Traore (@hannahtraore) founded her eponymous downtown gallery to platform artists whose voices have historically been marginalized by the mainstream.
BECAUSE:
Her art-driven, intellectual approach to dressing reflects the same cultural curiosity she brings to her programming.
SEEN WEARING:
Emerging designers, custom pieces and considered vintage.
INDRÉ ROCKEFELLER
WHO:
Beauty founder and downtown New York figure Indré Rockefeller (@indrerock) blends understated luxury with a cool, downtown-inflected ease.
BECAUSE:
Her approach to dressing is unfussy and precise—quiet luxury that actually has something to say.
SEEN WEARING:
The Row, Toteme and fine jewelry worn close to the skin.
FIFFANY LUU
WHO:
Fashion creator and creative director Fiffany Luu (@fiffanyluu) brings editorial sophistication and cosmopolitan energy to Manhattan’s style scene.
BECAUSE:
Her digital presence offers an insider’s lens on designers, emerging brands and elevated self-expression.
SEEN WEARING:
Peter Do suiting, Loewe bags, vintage Hermès scarves, metallics and playful textures that blend uptown polish with downtown edge.
JORDAN ROTH
WHO:
Theater producer and Jujamcyn Theaters president Jordan Roth (@jordan_roth) is one of Broadway’s creative forces—and New York’s boldest figures.
BECAUSE:
His red carpet and event appearances deliver operatic, couture-level fashion moments.
SEEN WEARING:
Pierpaolo Piccioli–era Valentino, Viktor & Rolf couture and custom pieces.
JESSICA WANG
WHO:
Digital creator and entrepreneur Jessica Wang (@jessicawang) is one of Manhattan’s most followed arbiters of modern style.
BECAUSE:
She blends sharp tailoring, tactile layers and statement accessories with fearless experimentation, bringing the allure of high fashion to her global audience.
SEEN WEARING:
Balmain blazers, custom Dior, bold jewelry, Louboutin heels and softly structured Fendi pieces that layer history and invention in every look.
JEREMIAH BRENT
WHO:
Interior designer and television personality Jeremiah Brent (@jeremiahbrent) has built a widely followed platform around the intersection of design, family and modern living.
BECAUSE:
His California-meets-New York sensibility translates into a wardrobe that is warm, thoughtful and effortlessly composed.
SEEN WEARING:
Brunello Cucinelli, Loro Piana and natural-fiber basics.
KELLY RUTHERFORD
WHO:
Actress and style icon Kelly Rutherford (@kellyrutherford) is revered for her timeless approach to dressing, with a signature blend of effortless glamour and quiet sophistication that feels right at home in Manhattan’s most exclusive circles.
BECAUSE:
Her wardrobe—defined by crisp tailoring, silken blouses and understated accessories— channels modern Grace Kelly elegance shaped by life between European capitals and the Upper East Side, a sensibility echoed in her collaborative fragrance with Véronique Gabai on Rose Première.
SEEN WEARING:
Ralph Lauren Collection, Hermès silk scarves and a spritz of Rose Première.
JULIE MACKLOWE
WHO:
Entrepreneur and philanthropist Julie Macklowe (@jmacklowe) is a consistent presence on New York’s high-society circuit, known equally for her beauty ventures and her evening wardrobe.
BECAUSE:
Her high-gloss, occasion-forward style reflects a command of New York dressing that looks effortless precisely because it isn’t.
SEEN WEARING:
Elie Saab, Monique Lhuillier and fine jewelry at every altitude.
KATYA TOLSTOVA
WHO:
Model, creative director and noted art-world muse, Katya Tolstova (@katyatolstova) has emerged as one of Manhattan’s most elusive yet influential style arbiters.
BECAUSE:
Tolstova’s style balances classic elegance and avant-garde edge, pairing sculptural couture with sensual layers in looks that feel both cinematic and deeply attuned to the city’s creative pulse.
SEEN WEARING:
Alexander McQueen, Mugler and bespoke jewelry pieces sourced from independent New York ateliers.
LAUREN SANTO DOMINGO
WHO:
As co-founder of Moda Operandi (@thelsd), Lauren Santo Domingo transformed the way luxury fashion is sold while cementing her status as one of the city’s foremost style authorities.
BECAUSE:
Her Upper East Side polish is the gold standard—elegant, exquisite and entirely without effort.
SEEN WEARING:
Valentino, Giambattista Valli and couture sourced directly from the runway
LAUREN DUPONT
WHO:
Social figure Lauren DuPont (@ladupont) is emerging as a fresh presence with a quietly luxe approach.
BECAUSE:
Her wardrobe reflects an uptown sensibility—polished, classic yet unexpected.
SEEN WEARING:
Gabriela Hearst, Khaite
LARA COSIMA HENCKEL VON DONNERSMARCK
WHO:
Social figure and downtown fixture Lara Cosima Henckel von Donnersmarck (@laracosima_) has carved out a distinctive presence across New York’s fashion and cultural circuits.
BECAUSE:
Her wardrobe balances couture access with genuine downtown credibility—a combination that is rarer than it looks.
SEEN WEARING:
Chloé, Zimmermann and well-chosen vintage.
KERRY WASHINGTON
WHO:
Actress, producer and activist Kerry Washington (@kerrywashington) has maintained a powerful presence in both Hollywood and New York’s cultural life for more than two decades.
BECAUSE:
Her red carpet authority is matched by an equally polished New York wardrobe—commanding, feminine and always intentional.
SEEN WEARING:
Brandon Maxwell, Jason Wu and Dolce & Gabbana.
NICOLE ARI PARKER
WHO:
And Just Like Thatɉ۪s (@nicoleariparker) brings fresh fashion visibility to New York.
BECAUSE:
Her wardrobe blends red-carpet confidence with polished, modern wearability.
SEEN WEARING:
LaQuan Smith, Sergio Hudson
MARCUS SAMUELSSON + MAYA SAMUELSSON
WHO:
James Beard Award–winning chef Marcus Samuelsson (@marcuscooks) and model and philanthropist Maya Samuelsson (@mayahaile) are Harlem’s most vibrant power couple, with creative and civic influence that extends far beyond the table.
BECAUSE:
Their wardrobe reflects a rich, globally influenced aesthetic rooted in the cultural dynamism of the neighborhood they have made their own.
SEEN WEARING:
Stella Jean, Duro Olowu and custom African-inspired textiles.
LAURENCE ROSS MILSTEIN
WHO:
Cultural patron and creative Laurence Ross Milstein (@laurence_ross) is a rising figure among New York’s next generation of tastemakers, with ties to both the art world and the city’s philanthropic networks.
BECAUSE:
Her understated, art-driven approach to dressing reflects an intellectual seriousness that never sacrifices personal expression.
SEEN WEARING:
Proenza Schouler, Dries Van Noten and emerging designer pieces sourced with a collector’s instincts.
PRITIKA SWARUP
WHO:
Beauty founder and model Pritika Swarup (@pritikaswarup), founder of Pausitivity skincare, brings a luminous touch to the local fashion and wellness worlds.
BECAUSE:
Her wardrobe bridges science and luxury with ease—elevated without effort, precise without coldness.
SEEN WEARING:
Valentino, Fendi
RAMA DUWAJI
WHO:
Artist and cultural figure Rama Duwaji (@ramaduwaji) approaches dressing the way she approaches her practice—thoughtfully, deliberately and with a clear set of values.
BECAUSE:
Her wardrobe signals a new kind of style influence: one rooted in ethics, artistry and authenticity rather than access.
SEEN WEARING:
Conscious luxury labels, emerging designers and carefully sourced vintage.
SARAH JESSICA PARKER
WHO:
Actress and producer Sarah Jessica Parker (@sarahjessicaparker) has spent decades making New York fashion a global conversation.
BECAUSE:
Her real-life wardrobe is inventive, fearless and deeply devoted to the art of dressing in this city.
SEEN WEARING:
Vivienne Westwood, Manolo Blahnik and an archive of vintage pieces gathered across a lifetime of looking
TINA LEUNG
WHO:
Maximalist stylist and digital influencer Tina Leung (@tinaleung) has built a global platform around fearless fashion—layering, color, volume and a genuine refusal to play it safe.
BECAUSE:
Her wardrobe is a constant master class in commitment—luxurious, theatrical and always exactly as much as it needs to be.
SEEN WEARING:
Valentino, Comme des Garçons and Maison Margiela, often worn simultaneously.
TRACEE ELLIS ROSS
WHO:
Actress, producer and cultural force Tracee Ellis Ross (@traceeellisross) is among the most consistently bold names on any best-dressed list, with a vibrant presence across New York’s cultural and fashion circuits.
BECAUSE:
Her maximalist instincts are matched by genuine fashion intelligence—every risk she takes looks like it was inevitable.
SEEN WEARING:
Thom Browne, Area and Valentino, with Patricia Field– worthy accessories.
MARY ALICE STEPHENSON
WHO:
Fashion expert, television personality and philanthropist Mary Alice Stephenson (@maryalicestephenson) is the founder of GLAM4GOOD and a longtime industry authority.
BECAUSE:
Her polished, purpose-driven style carries decades of editorial intelligence—always composed, always relevant.
SEEN WEARING:
Oscar de la Renta, Carolina Herrera and jewel-toned accessories.
MEREDITH MARKS
WHO:
Jewelry designer and television personality Meredith Marks (@meredithmarks) moves between New York and Park City, infusing each appearance with an unmistakable air of authority and bespoke glamour.
BECAUSE:
Marks’ signature look pairs architectural silhouettes and tailored coats with bold pieces from her namesake jewelry line, transforming even the simplest ensemble into a statement.
SEEN WEARING:
Meredith Marks Jewelry, Balenciaga outerwear, sharp Prada tailoring and heirloom watches collected on travels between New York, London and Paris.
MISTY COPELAND
WHO:
As principal ballerina of American Ballet Theatre and one of the most recognized figures in classical dance, Misty Copeland (@mistyonpointe) has spent decades redefining what excellence looks like on stage.
BECAUSE:
Her off -stage wardrobe reflects the discipline and grace of her craft—poised, elegant and possessed of an innate physical intelligence.
SEEN WEARING:
Marchesa, Cushnie and sculptural pieces that honor the body.
JOHANNES HUEBL + OLIVIA PALERMO
WHO:
Model, entrepreneur and style authority Olivia Palermo (@oliviapalermo) and her husband, model Johannes Huebl (@johanneshuebl), are among the most consistently well-dressed couples on the New York social circuit.
BECAUSE:
Together they set a high bar for coordinated, globally informed jet-set dressing that has aged remarkably well.
SEEN WEARING:
Max Mara, Valentino, Ralph Lauren and a carefully curated selection of European tailoring.
HANNAH BRONFMAN + BRENDAN FALLIS
WHO:
Entrepreneurs and DJs Hannah Bronfman (@hannahbronfman) and Brendan Fallis (@brendanfallis) are one of downtown New York’s most stylish power couples, blending wellness, nightlife and luxury.
BECAUSE:
Whether hosting or traveling, the pair embrace effortless style that moves from workouts to evening events.
SEEN WEARING:
Khaite, Bode, Brunello Cucinelli
WISDOM KAYE
WHO:
Digital fashion authority Wisdom Kaye (@wisdm) has built one of the internet’s most respected menswear platforms, translating runway references into street-level editorial with consistent precision.
BECAUSE:
His ability to contextualize high fashion for a new generation—without diluting its intelligence—is a genuine editorial skill.
SEEN WEARING:
Rick Owens, Prada and archival Jil Sander
RASHID JOHNSON + SHEREE HOVSEPIAN
WHO:
Artist Rashid Johnson (@rashidjohnson) and artistphotographer Sheree Hovsepian (@shereehovsepian) form a creative partnership with influence across the global art world.
BECAUSE:
Both embrace an understated style defined by thoughtful silhouettes and quiet palettes that reflect the restraint of their work.
SEEN WEARING:
Acne Studios, The Row, Lemaire and impeccably cut essentials.
ZACHARY WEISS WASHINGTON
WHO:
Interiors authority and social fixture Zachary Weiss (@zacharyweiss) brings a classic-with-personality approach to New York style that resonates across the city’s design and society circles.
BECAUSE:
His tailored, precisely accessorized wardrobe reflects a man who has thought carefully about what he wants to say before saying it.
SEEN WEARING:
Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Thom Sweeney and a well-edited collection of vintage watches.