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Sidewalk Style: Bohemian Boardroom

By Rachel Cothran

We stop a man who rocks a suit from Target with style—and a vintage edge.

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Deals: How to Look Smart

By McLean Robbins

Searching for a perfect pair of jeans? A great holiday dress? We’ve got a deal for you.

Sweet Treat

Enjoy great bargains without sacrificing style at Old Town’s Treat boutique, now in a bigger location. You’ll find sample-sale pricing all the time on designer names such as Foley & Corinna, Diane von Furstenberg, and Nanette Lepore. Through November, mention The Washingtonian at checkout to receive an additional 20 percent off any purchase of $100 or more.

Baby Talk

Jacadi, the French boutique for the wee set (under age 12), knows that making your little Suri or Shiloh fashionable can be pricey. Bring in this page to get 10 percent off any purchase over $100. Customers who spend $100 or more also can get a free Jacadi backpack while supplies last.

Denim Deals, Shoe Steals

A great pair of jeans is always in style. At the denim mecca National Jean Company, shop the latest in jeans by names such as Current/Elliott, True Religion, and Citizens of Humanity plus casual wear by Ella Moss, Splendid, and LnA.

In November, take 20 percent off any non-sale items by mentioning The Washingtonian at checkout or using the code “Washingtonian” if you shop online. You can also get 20 percent off non-sale shoes by the likes of Stuart Weitzman, Frye, and Sam Edelman at the store’s sister Web site, shoptheshoebox.com.

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Sidewalk Style: Night Vision

By Sarah Zlotnick

A someday psychiatrist gets smart in fur and velvet for winter in our nightlife version of Sidewalk Style.

Photograph by Sarah Olin.

Photograph by Sarah Olin.

Who: Kyra Doumlele, 22, Columbia Heights resident

Where we spotted her: Getting some air outside Masa 14, a new restaurant on 14th Street, NW. 

What she’s wearing: Thrift-store galore—the fur hat, black bodice, mauve belt, black velvet blazer, two-tone bag, 1920s filigree bracelet, and (plastic) diamond necklaces are all from local vintage shops. Target shoes, an antique jaguar brooch, and high-waisted shorts round out the ensemble.

There are so many unique facets of this look to discuss. Let’s begin with the shorts.
“I made them completely from scratch. My aunt taught me how to use a sewing machine a million years ago, and around the same time, she gave me a bunch of fabric that gets incorporated into one piece or another.”

And that fantastic piece atop your head?
“It’s from the Herndon Salvation Army. As far as hats go, I’m also a big fan of berets—I have one in every color. You can get them at thrift stores for 50 cents, and they’re an easy way to add color and warmth to an outfit. I also have a vintage black cloche with brass rings built into the sides. I reserve that for special occasions, like going to the National Symphony Orchestra.”

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Sidewalk Style: Bright in Tights

By Rachel Cothran

At the FreshFarm market near the White House, we were scooping up Honeycrisp apples—and snapping well-dressed marketgoers.

Robyn Mitchell, 23
Communications intern at One, a grassroots campaign and advocacy organization committed to the fight against extreme poverty and preventable disease, particularly in Africa.

What she’s wearing: An Old Navy dress with an H&M scarf and Zara cardigan and her mother’s briefcase from the 1980s. Her belt and tights are from T.J. Maxx, her flats from Nine West.

I love the pattern on pattern!
“I’ve noticed that black is DC’s color of choice, and while I am definitely a fan of classic chic, fall is such a vibrantly colorful season that I feel the desire to reflect it in my wardrobe. My favorite thing to do is make unexpected pairings, playing with texture and patterns. I like a feminine, youthful look.”

You’ve taken warmer-weather pieces and made them work for fall. Any tips to share about that?
“As a recent grad making a career as a professional intern, I’m constantly on the lookout for ways to make my wardrobe multi-seasonal. As you can tell from the labels that I’m wearing, fashion on a dime is my forte. With a few cute fall accessories like colorful tights and a cardigan, it instantly becomes more suitable—and cozier—for fall weather. My best advice is to invest in a few layering pieces like cardigans, turtlenecks, and a classic pair of boots to extend the shelf life of your spring and summer wardrobe into the fall. I never have to make the choice between great style and grocery shopping!”

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Video Sidewalk Style: Equestrian Look

By Lucia Abramovich , Alejandro Salinas

The equestrian look is a long-standing source of inspiration for fashion designers, so when we heard the Washington International Horse Show was in town at the Verizon Center this past weekend, we decided to stop by and see who we might spot. “We like fashion, but it’s difficult to incorporate it into our riding clothes,” our latest subjects, Amber and Chelsey, told us. Their solution? Having fun with small accents like jewelry and belt buckles. Take a look at their fabulous Gucci buckles in our video below.

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A Night Out: Fashion Washington’s One-Year Anniversary Bash and Sartorialist Book Signing

By Sarah Zlotnick

Ace photographer Scott Schuman brought out the best in Washington style.

Sartorialist blogger Scott Schuman and Tracy Rosenbaum. Photograph by Sarah Olin.

>> Want more photos? See our slideshow of the party here 

What: Fashion Washington’s one-year anniversary party and Sartorialist book signing.

Where: The just-opened Masa 14 restaurant.

When: October 19, 7 to 9.

Ticket prices: Invitation only, though the book signing was opened to the public at 9.

Why: Fashion Washington, the Washington Post’s W-inspired glossy fashion publication, is a year old. Special guest Scott Schuman, better known as the Sartorialist, was on hand to sign copies of his new book of the same name.

 

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Sidewalk Style: Easy Sophistication

By Rachel Cothran

A George Washington University student from New York proves that black doesn’t have to be boring.

Melanie Kimmelman, 21
Student, George Washington University

What she’s wearing: Club Monaco jacket, her mother’s Hermès scarf, Brochu Walker tank top bought on Ruelala.com, J Brand jeans, La Canadienne boots, sparkly necklace from J. Crew, Coach watch, and Tiffany necklace and bangle. Another bangle is from a trip her father took to Peru.

I’m seriously loving that scarf, Hermès or not.
“My mom gave it to me because she never wore it. You just fold it into a triangle, and then fold it over toward the triangle. I have one from a trip to Prague and a few others. I wear them under jackets like this and a leather jacket I got recently.”

Tell me about your style.
“Being comfortable is important. I like classic clothes. I wear blazers a lot, and one of them is part of a Theory suit I got for college interviews. I like to mix up the classics and do more with accessories, which might be a holdover from high school, when I wore a uniform. You had to get creative with accessories—your bag, your jewelry, even your planner. I think about details.”

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