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Home · Fashion Week

10 Photographers To Follow for Epic NYFW Street Style Moments

New York Fashion Week has officially kicked off which means timelines everywhere will be filled with epic street style moments. Behind the flashing lights are the street style photographers that are at the top of their game. Find out what inspires them and who you should follow today.

By Dominique Hobdy · September 10, 2015October 27, 2020
01
Hannan Saleh

Why you should be following: Hannan never fails to capture the eclectic in all of us. When asked what inspires her most she said, “when someone is being authentic to themselves and are not afraid to show their individuality! I really love an artist and eclectic approach!”

Where to see her work: Instagram/@hannansaleh

02
Karl Edwin-Guerre

Why you should be following: Guerre is a style guru in his own right capturing the classic men of NYFW. His page is the go-to spot for stand-up guys dressed to the nines.

Where to see his work: Instagram/ @guerreisms

03
Rog Walker

Why you should be following: Rog always delivers clean photos that exude cool and he’s the man that captured the epic photos from Solange’s wedding. Enough said.

Where to see his work: RogWalker.com

04
Karen Blanchard

Why you should be following: The photographer/blogger is the ultimate go-to girl for all things retro style. She captures women from all walks of life and is attracted to “someone rocking a look that is inspiring and makes me think ‘I would not have thought of pairing that with that but it so works.’ It’s all about the surprise.”

Where to see her work: Instagram/@karenbritchick

Hannan Saleh
05
Ashley Walker

Why you should be following: Ashley has a penchant for capturing moments that are candidly stylish. When shooting for fashion week he looks for “confidence, class and unique style. Often times the person that’s not being chased by other photographers is my favorite!”

Where you can see his work: Instagram/ @ashleyskywalker

06
Tamu McPherson

Why you should be following: As the previous Editor and Chief of GRAZIA.it, McPherson has carved her space out in the fashion world as a blogger and photographer. You can count on her to catch fashion’s it-girls. 

Where to see her work: Instagram/@tamumcpherson

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07
Mangue Banzima

Why you should be following: Banzima’s style is all inclusive as he captures New York City’s real style moments. He says his hope is to “approach each person and each shot in a raw, open, organic, and non-elitist manner. I am keeping my eyes wide open as I explore and look to discern who (“Qui”) in New York City and beyond has style.”

Where to find his work: Instagram/ @quistyle

08
Trevor Stuurman

Why you should be following: Trevor Stuurman is based in South Africa and gives readers a rich look at where culture and fashion meet. Suurman says, “I’m drawn to subjects of authentic style with substance. I’m also obsessed with bright color and print. I think print and color has been wired into my dna.”

Where to see his work: Instagram/ @trevor_stuurman

09
Dapper Lou

Why you should be following: Dapper Lou is no new kid on the block and he’s known for his eye popping images. When asked what draws his eye he said “what catches my eye are things that give life to a photo. It has to be eclectic, vibrant, and full of culture. Also, I connect more with people who dress effortlessly: not trying too hard or wearing something for the sake of attention.”

Where to see his work: Instagram/ @dapperlou

10
Joshua Woods

Why you should be following: Joshua Woods is easily one of today’s most popular street style photographers. From exclusive behind the scenes shots to real New York moments, Joshua has it all.

Where to see his work: Instagram/ @joshuawoods

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