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Fashion designer Ann Yee proves she is one of the most stylish New Yorkers by artfully layering clothing and accessorizing with hats. She can usually be found in comfortable booties from Clarks and hot-pink lipstick from Make Up for Ever. In addition to wearing her own designs, she shops at NYC stores such as Marmalade Vintage, Coclico and Still House.
Ann Yee, 31, fashion designer (annyeecollection.com); Williamsburg, Brooklyn
Her personal style: “Super relaxed, lots of layers, and a mix of old and new. The majority of my days are spent running around the Garment District, so I’m always in something comfortable.”
Her inspirations: “My friends and travels.”
Favorite NYC stores: “Still House (117 E 7th St between First Ave and Ave A; 212-539-0200, stillhousenyc.com) is a super-cool gallery shop that has some gorgeous home goods. It’s a great place to find a gift. Maryam Nassir Zadeh (123 Norfolk St at Rivington St; 212-673-6405, mnzstore.com) is so well curated with some amazing designers—I’m always inspired when I go in there. I’ve gotten some of my most memorable outfits at Marmalade Vintage (174 Mott St at Broome St; 212-473-8070, marmaladevintage.com). It has a great mix of prints, interesting silhouettes and accessories. The windows are always really colorful and inviting, which is a plus. Coclico (275 Mott St between E Houston and Prince Sts; 212-965-5462, shopcoclico.com) has awesome shoes. I’ve bought several pairs there that I have worn to death because they were so comfortable and complemented everything.”
Favorite NYC salons: “My friend Autumn Whisman works at Parlor (527 Atlantic Ave between Third and Fourth Aves, Boerum Hill, Brooklyn; 347-384-2334, parlorhairsalon.com) and she always gives me an awesome cut. I barely ever get a chance to pamper myself, but I recently got a facial at Red and White Spa (484 Broome St at Wooster St; 212-343-9444, redandwhitespa.com) and it was great. I’m definitely going back.”
Her signature accessories: “A jumbo, oversize ring and my pink lips.”
Favorite local designer: “I love Linhardt (211 Mott St between Prince and Spring Sts; 917-338-7822, linhardtdesign.com). [Designer Lisa Linhardt] recently relocated her shop to Nolita, and it’s the perfect setting for her stunning jewelry. I collect her amazing sculpted rings—they’re extremely unique and beautifully crafted.”
How she describes New York style: “Lots of black. Lots of Zara. Sharp lines and layers mixed with subtle textures. I may have only just described Soho, though. It really changes from neighborhood to neighborhood.”
How her style has evolved: “It’s become much more streamlined and effortless, less fussy. I’ve come a long way since sporting tutus from my ballet costumes in high school!”
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