F/W NYFW 2018 Recap | Part 1

Redhead in pink standing in front of lights

This was such an exciting fashion week because it was my debut of She’s Red Haute to the shows of NYFW!  Fashion Week is a time when I can take some daring risks with my looks and let my outfits express my true personality.  I’ve decided to break up my experience into two parts, so you can get the full effect!

Fashion week runway shows can be fantastic forms of expression of our current culture.  This season, many designers put a huge focus on strong, empowering women bringing back 1980’s inspired power suits and bold colors.

Dan Liu runway finale

The Dan Liu show had a very James Bond vibe… if James Bond were a boss babe!  He did a fantastic job designing long suit jacket dresses.  I sported a Chanel inspired Karen Lawrence dress.  The strong aura suggested in the dress, with the hightened sleeves and the lattice work illusion top, blends seamlessly with the feminine pearls and bows.  Additionally, I paired the outfit with a mod pair of Qupid block heels and ivory socks to match my New York & Company coat, for warmth.  Aside from the dress, my favorite part of this outfit is my Marc New York bag.  I adore the color and metal ring handle.

Girl in pink outfit with baret and sunglasses

Marc New York by Andrew Marc handbag    Redhead wearing black outfit with gold jacket

This gold power outfit was completely inspired by the NYFW Malan Breton F/W 2017 collection. His use of metallics and female suits was breathtaking.  My jacket and  handbag are from Marshall’s and the rest is from H&M.  The scalloped belt, which I snagged from a vintage shop, complimented the scales on the jacket to a tee.  I felt sleek and ready to take on the world in this outfit, which I wore to the Fashion Hong Kong show and after party, and the Dahlia Razzook trunk show.

Fashion Hong Kong Annette Chan, Harrison Wong, Yi Chan and Lary Cheung

NYFW colorful outfits fashion honk kong

Dahlia Razzook Trunk show

PINK LOOK: Pink Karen Lawrence Dress (Similar), Qupid Heels (Similar by Seven Madden), New York & Co. Coat (Similar), Marc New York Bag (similar)

GOLD LOOK: Gold Jacket (Similar by Rag & Bone), H&M Black Pants, H&M Boots, H&M Hat, Black Handbag (Similar by Chloe)

PINK PHOTO CREDITS: Hard Luck XII and Narratography

Keeping it Vintage

redhead girl sitting in blue and green poncho looking out

There are a few articles of clothing that make me giddy as a redhead.  I immediately felt just like that when I wrapped this vintage wool poncho around my body!  If you are a redhead, you will completely understand the excitement, as the colors woven through it are perfectly complementary to our locks.  But no matter the color of your locks, this poncho is sure to make you’re eyes widen!

redhead girl in blue and green poncho with leaves

I’m a huge fan of bringing a modern spin back to a beautiful vintage piece, like this 1970’s poncho.  In Carlisle, PA, there’s an amazing vintage boutique called Miss Ruth’s Time Bomb. GO THERE if you’re in the area! They have some of the coolest stuff!

redhead girl smiling in blue and green poncho

I usually don’t re-post pieces so quickly (Essential Pieces for Fall), but these boots complement the poncho so well! Plus they are super cozy.  I love how these Ralph Lauren boots play with both leather and suede for beautiful detailing.  I completed the outfit with a pair of Levi’s and Ballet Blouse from Revolve.

Lauren Ralph Lauren boots with leaf

Check out Miss Ruth’s Time Bomb for awesome vintage pieces! SHOP THE LOOK: Poncho, Levi’s, LAUREN by Raulph Lauren Damara Boots, Enza Costa Ballet Blouse at Revolve.

Photo Credit: SheSoPhoto (Also a redhead)

Fall Essentials

Redhead girl looking at phone walking down the street

Never underestimate a chic look with simple pieces.  I have been completely obsessed with simple mock turtlenecks, like this one from H&M.  It’s essential pieces like this that can be the basis for so many outfits.  You can dress it up with a pencil skirt for work, or dress it down with jeans for a sleek street style.  Mock turtlenecks allow you to still see some of your neck, giving a lengthening feel to your look, rather a “floating head” feel from a full turtleneck.

Redhead girl posing for photo on cobblestone road

redhead girl smiling while walking in black shirt

I also lengthened my legs by wearing a pair of Express high-waisted jeans.  I opted use my hair color as inspiration for adding the Ralph Lauren Damara boots and a belt.  I completed the look with my favorite Polo crossbody.  It’s beautifully made and it’s the perfect on-the-go size.

Redhead girl sitting on steps in black shirt and jeans

Redhead Erin Leigh looking over her shoulder

SHOP THE LOOK: H&M Mock Turtleneck, Express Skinny Jeans, Polo Crossbody (Similar), Ralph Lauren Damara Boots

Photo Credit: Nicholas Lavella