Model, musician and street-style darling Natalie Suarez shares her tips and tricks to navigating NYFW.
NYFW week is… absolute insanity!
Fashion Week Survival Tip?
Drinks lots of water and keep it in your bag! You’re constantly on the go…and during September. It’s so hot during September NYFW!
How is New York style different?
In NYC anything goes. It’s more of an effortless style. Eclectic, colorful, but still down to earth and easy. Paris is a lot more sophisticated and sleek. London has a lot of grunge. And Milan is a lot more dressed up. I love NYC style.
What pieces will everyone be wearing during fashion week this season?
It’s so unpredictable. There will definitely be loads of color. Always.
What is the key to a killer outfit?
The accessories. I’m all about a statement scarf, or handbag, or shoe, or jacket.
Which shoes will you be living in this fashion week?
During NYFW days, I may go with a cool wedges. Or I’ll go for the Valentino rock stud black ballet flat. Or just a cool block heeled boot or oxford shoe. Sneakers are also amazing to dress down some more eclectic looks. Every day is different!
Which shows are you most looking forward to?
It’s fun attending all the really big shows in contrast to the smaller shows. Like Tommy Hilfiger, where they put on a huge production and you get to see all of your friends in town from around the world.
The last song I shazzamed during a show was… All We Need by Odesza
If you could wear anything you want to fashion week what would it be?
A silk slip dress. I could wear that every single day. It’s so flattering and so easy to accessorize. I’m normally so busy so I can’t really plan my outfits in advance…just morning of!
NATALIE’S CHOICE
Centrally located with an old world charm to it, The Bowery Hotel perfectly captures classic New York apartment style, making it a true home away from home. The boutique hotel’s moody art-deco inspired Lobby bar is particularly cool, and a cozy place to meet for a glass of wine.
@boweryhotel
Regularly ranked amongst the city’s most popular cafes, the Philadelphia born coffee roasters boast locations in Tribeca, Wall Street and Soho, to name a few. Committed to creating an elevated coffee experience, this insta-worthy chain’s elegant aesthetic and functional design makes it the perfect place for an early morning espresso or in between shows pick-me-up.
@lacolombecoffee
What this quaint eatery lacks in square footage, it certain makes up in character. The self-proclaimed gastropub serves a variety of classic soulful favorites and is known for its original cocktail list. Open every day from noon to midnight (2am on weekends), stop by Bar Sardine for a late brunch, dinner or a night-cap.
@barsardinenyc
Special thanks to: Natalie Suarez, www.natalieoffduty.com
Images courtesy of: Natalie Suarez, The Bowery Hotel, La Colombe and Bar Sardine
