In December 2011, I started photographing the User’s Guide to Style for Allure, starting with their March 2012 issue. This section features six selected women to take an article of clothing and make it their own. Although the shoot was quite fun, it was a little of a challenge capturing spring looks in the winter. I’m just glad that all six women were brave and willing to endure the weather that day.

#1: LINDSEY CALLA
Style Blogger
http://www.saucyglossie.com

-Isabel Lu Cropped Jacket
-Céline Bag
-H&M Floral Pants
-T.Babaton for Aritzia Top
-Nina Ricci Shoes

#2: JENNIFER YEE
Market Editor, Allure

-La Perla Robe
-H&M Floral Pants
-Balenciaga Bag
-Balenciaga Shoes

#3: NATALIE SUAREZ
Model & Style Blogger
http://natalieoffduty.blogspot.com

-Mango Jacket
-H&M Floral Pants
-Mango Bag
-Matt Bernson Boots

#4: CHRISTINA CARADONA
Model & Style Blogger
http://troprouge.blogspot.com

-Forever 21 Sweater
-H&M Floral Pants
-Tory Burch Loafers

#5: BONNIE MORRISON
Fashion Publicist and Brand Consultant

-Givenchy Blazer
-H&M Floral Pants
-Bottega Veneta Clutch
-Giambattista Valli Shoes

#6: KEIKO LYNN
Designer and Style Blogger
http://www.keikolynn.com

-Helmut Lang Blazer
-Twist & Tango Dress
-H&M Floral Pants
-Foley + Corinna Bag
-Nine West Shoes

NADIA SARWAR
Fashion Blogger/ Designer/ Photographer
http://www.froufrouu.com
http://www.nadiasarwar.com

Outfit 1:
-Vintage Jacket
-Vintage Trousers
-Vintage Shirt

Outfit 3:
-Modekungen Jacket
-H&M Top
-H&M Trousers
-Vintage Boots

Outfit 4:
-Arelalizza Dress
-H&M Shoes

MARIA DUEÑAS JACOBS
Accessories Editor, Glamour Magazine U.S.

Outfit 1:
-Raoul Top
-Vera Wang Pants
-Lizzie Fortunato Necklace
-DANNIJO Cuff
-Louis Vuitton Clutch

Outfit 2:
-Miu Miu T-Shirt
-Chanel Skirt
-Rupert Sanderson Boots
-Reed Krakoff Bag
-Oliver People’s Sunglasses

Outfit 3:
-Stella McCartney Top
-H&M Skirt
-Reed Krakoff Bag

Outfit 4:
-Proenza Schouler Shorts
-DANNIJO Cuff
-Mulberry Bag
-Givenchy Wedges

KRISTEN KNAPP
Model

-H&M Dress
-Zara Belt
-Steve Madden Boots

ANNE-CATHERINE FREY
Junior Stylist, The Kooples
http://annecatherinefrey.blogspot.com

Outfit 1:
-American Apparel Shirt
-Tommy Hilfiger Shorts
-Alexander Wang Devere Bag
-Underground Creepers Shoes
-Balenciaga Bracelet
-Hermès Bracelet

Outfit 2:
-Zara Blouse (sleeves cut off)
-April77 Sweater (worn as a skirt)
-Underground Winklepickers Shoes
-Alexander Wang Devere Bag
-H&M Sunglasses
-Balenciaga Watch

Outfit 3:
-American Apparel Shirt
-Comme des Garçons Shirt (worn as a skirt)
-Proenza Schouler PS1 Bag
-Minimarket Boots
-Vintage Bracelets

Outfit 4:
-Sandro Shirt
-Zara Pants
-Yves Saint Laurent Ring
-Hermès Watch
-Karl Marc John Hat
-Céline Phantome Bag

When Shala told me she was out and about with her bicycle in a matching outfit, I immediately rode my bicycle out to meet her. Being that she travels fairly often, it was a photo opportunity I didn’t want to miss.

SHALA MONROQUE
Writer, Traveler, Fashion Enthusiast and Consultant
http://www.shalasrabbithole.com

-The Gap Denim Shirt
-H&M Denim Skirt
-Zara Shoes
-Christian Dior Purse
-Tom Ford Sunglasses

I met Carl in Paris last October and I remember thinking to myself how well tailor his suit was, but I was unsure why I didn’t get his photo. It wasn’t until months later that I had the pleasure of bumping into him in New York and this time I made sure to get that snap.

CARL GUSTAF
Student

-Uniqlo Cardigan
-Vintage Tie
-Vintage Shirt
-Jil Sander for Uniqlo Jacket
-H&M Shoes
-Ray-Ban Sunglasses

Sara Messali
Sales Associate

-Monki Jacket
-H&M Dress
-Max Mara Bag
-Marc Jacobs Shoes

I remember photographing Elana last season (S/S 2011) for Harper’s Bazaar and she was such a sweetheart. This time I attempted at a candid shot of her walking out of Lincoln Center, but she spotted me, smiled, and said she could stop if I wanted to. It was an offer I couldn’t refuse.

ELANA FISHMAN
Digital Fashion News Editor, Lucky Magazine

-H&M Jacket
-Derek Lam Shoes
-Dooney & Bourke Bag

One of the challenging things about my site layout is that my first photographs always have to be in a landscape position. This means if I have a good full-length vertical shot, I can’t use it without a horizontal one. I realized this issue prevented me from publishing several photos so I’ve decided to have a “Miscellaneous” post. Otherwise, they’d probably sit in my archives forever.

Photo 1:
Miroslava Duma
-Chloé Jacket
-Maison Martin Margiela Blouse
-Ray Ban Sunglasses

Photo 2:
Gaia Repossi
Jewelry Designer

Photo 3:
Rachel Nguyen
Fashion Blogger
http://www.thatschic.net

-H&M Jacket
-H&M Scarf
-Vera Wang Shoes

Photo 4:
Kirstan

Photo 5:
Konca Aykan
Fashion Editor/Stylist, Vogue Turkey

ALLINE CURY
Fashion Journalist

-H&M Top
-Zara Dress
-Topshop Shoes
-Chanel Bag

Denni Elias
Fashion Blogger
http://thechicmuse.blogspot.com

-H&M Grey Top
-Dolce & Gabbana Black Top
-Gianfranco Ferré Black Pants
-Longchamp Bag
-Marc Jacobs Shoes

Josh came to visit NYC for the second time since we first met at NYFW Spring 2010 and we decided to do another shoot around West Village for fun. By this time, I was much more comfortable around her so we first caught up at a local coffee shop until the sun began to set. I could live vicariously through her stories as she tells me the people she met while traveling and her future business goals in New York. Josh is simply a serene yet driven person who inspired me with her accomplishments – recently adding designer to her resume. She’s currently starting her line of accessories under “Josh V” amongst other projects underway, making it another exciting year for her.

Josh Veldhuizen
Model/Writer/Presenter/Designer
http://www.mynameise.com/JoshVeld

Look #1
-Zara Blazer
-American Apparel T-Shirt
-H&M Shorts
-Gucci Shoes
-American Apparel Scarf
-Glamorous Fashion Studded Bag
-Josh V Jewelry
-Audemars Piguet Watch

I love it when I’m able to meet up with people from the fashion blogosphere that I connect with. It’s truly one of the greatest things about blogging especially with the ease of networking. What’s also fascinating is meeting that person for the first time even though you’ve been following their written thoughts and photos online for a while. I briefly met up with Erika of Fashion Chalet while she was visiting NYC for an Ann Taylor LOFT event and I must say how sweet and soft-spoken Erika is! I just hope that she’s able to visit NYC a bit longer next time.

Erika Marie
Fashion Blogger
http://fashionchalet.blogspot.com

-H&M Blazer
-Alexander Wang Tank
-Vintage Scarf
-Top Shop Skinny Jeans
-Givenchy Nightingale Bag

I enjoy scouting interesting places in NYC and I even purchased an iPhone application to help organize my growling list. I was particularly excited when a friend told me of a residential building with rooftop access around Hell’s Kitchen, so we went to check it out to take photos of Nadine. I met Nadine just a week ago and wanted to shoot her before she returned home to the Netherlands. With only an hour, we looked around the small rooftop and executed a quick concept that led to these fun shots.

Nadine Tijdink
-Patrizia Pepe Blazer
-H&M Shirt
-H&M Tights
-Steve Madden Shoes

With the weather getting much colder and daytime lasting shorter in NYC, I find it more difficult to consistently find “street-style” photos, which is also why you will frequently see more Spotlight features. Most of the time, I believe great style is not always found on the streets, but simply though networking and connecting with people/bloggers that may have most of their time consumed by their profession or business.

Karen and I previously worked together while I was at the accounting firm and I fully understand how most of her time is committed behind the desk. Karen also happens to be the first to introduce me to the fashion blogosphere, which I am truly thankful for. It was after she sent me numerous links to random blogs that I fell into the immense world that I sometimes find myself digging deeper and deeper into. And while many have a pre-conceived notion of how accountants are dressed, I always found that her style – even in an office environment – stood out among others.

Karen Liang
Tax Consultant

-Harputs OWN Swacket Coat
-Steve Madden Ankle Boots
-Alviero Martini Clutch
-H&M White Button-down Shirt
-H&M Scarf (worn as vest)
-H&M Faux Fur Circle Scarf