If you look closely you will see Zahra has her septum pierced. The septum piercing has always been a favorite of mine and I’m happy to see its development into a bona fide trend. Septum piercings were an essential element of the styling at Alexander Wang’s Spring 2011 runway show and are featured on the models in Urban Outfitters’ window display on State Street.
It is no surprise Ashanti is an up-and-coming Chicago fashion designer. Her sophisticated urban aesthetic will serve her well in the industry. She is wearing a striped top, cream oxford shoes, and denim shorts over swirly black tights. Ashanti also cleverly tied a silk scarf to her handbag to add a bright pop of color.
Nicole appears to have stepped right out of a glossy editorial and onto to Chicago’s State Street. Her slouchy gray socks remind me of the styling at Proenza Schouler’s Fall 2010 runway show, as does the color of her sapphire blue skirt. Her fresh face and casually-styled hair places the focus on the avant garde animal print top, as well as amplifying her overall model off-duty aesthetic. Well done Nicole!
