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Street Style: A Look Back at Our Fave Past Fashion Week Trends

Fashionistas know that trends don't start on the catwalk, they emerge from the sidewalks. It's those stylish sisters on the street who aren't afraid to break the mold that spark the looks we see on the runways season after season. Take a peek at a few of our favorite trends now.

By Celia L. Smith with Photography · February 6, 2013October 28, 2020
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All-Over Print Takeover

Celebrity stylist June Ambrose wears NAnette Lapore outfit, Giuseppe Zanotti shoes, MCM bag and self-designed turban.

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All-Over Print Takeover

Blogger Gray Castillo wears a H&M jacket and dress, Oakly glasses and Prada shoes.

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All-Over Print Takeover

DJ Hannah Bronfman wears a Tory Burch outfit.

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All-Over Print Takeover

Julee Wilson wears an off-the-shoulder printed dress. 

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All-Over Print Takeover

ESSENCE.com Fashion Editor Celia Smith wears a Boxing Kitten top and skirt, and Christian Louboutin shoes at Lincoln Center for NYFW.

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Fun Fur

Blogger Christine Olowunira wears a Rachel Roy suit, Fendi glasses, and Iris van Herpen X United Nude shoes at Lincoln Center for NYFW.

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Fun Fur

Erica Bigger wears BCBGMAXAZRIA top, Gap vest and a DIY hat.

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Fun Fur

Celebrity stylist June Ambrose wears a Norma Kamali coat with an ALC top, a Chanel bag and Christian Louboutin shoes.

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Retro Chic

Model Miriam Odemba wears a cowl-neck H&M dress and Zara bag.

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Retro Chic

Stylist Khalilah Williams-Webb wears a Yves Saint Laurent dress.

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Retro Chic

Designer Lanii Johnson wearing a vintage jumper.

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Ladylike Moments

Creative director of Garage magazine Shala Monroque wears a Rodarte dress and vintage statement necklace.

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Ladylike Moments

Model Kamela Forbes wears a vintage dress, BCBGMAXAZRIA shoes and Michael Kors bag.

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Cape Crew

Stylist Ascalal Byfield wears a vintage dress and London boutique jacket.

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Cape Crew

Stylist Matsidiso Nzimande-Dasilva wears a H&M top, Forever 21 pants and necklace, Ann Taylor blazer and Lulu shoes.

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Cape Crew

Designer Selly Raby Kane wears a self-designed dress.

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Cape Crew

Stylist Rokh wears a vintage dress,  J.Crew cardigan, belt and shoes with a Brooks Brothers bag.

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Cape Crew

Net-a-Porter TV host Ezzie Chidi-Ofong wears a vintage top, Rick Owens blazer, Lulu Frost necklace and Proenza Schouler bag.

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Leather Lovers

Blogger Christina Brown wears an H&M dress and Aldo shoes.

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Leather Lovers

Market and beauty editor for CR Fashion Book Shiona Turini wears a Michael Kors sweater, Sportsmax jacket and Prada shoes.

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Leather Lovers

Renne Adrienne Smith wears a Kiki de Montparnasse top, Kenneth Cole skirt, Prada glasses and Yayoi Kusama for Louis Vuitton shoes.

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Denim Therapy

Nikki Ogunnaike wears a complete denim look with a button-up shirt and skinny jeans.

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Denim Therapy

Model Jordan Dunn wears a Topshop top, J brand jeans and Burberry shoes.

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Denim Therapy

Blogger Matsidiso Nzimandle wears a Forever 21 jumper, H&M sunglasses and necklace, and boutique shoes.

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If I Were A Boy

Fashion writer Chioma Nnadi wears Opening Ceremony and an Ale et Ange cap.

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If I Were A Boy

Actress Tika Sumpter wears a Monica Chiang outfit and Alice + Olivia shoes.

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If I Were A Boy

Celebrity stylist June Ambrose wears a Bally dress, Dsquared2 tote, Marc Jacobs cap and Gianvitto Rossi booties.

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If I Were A Boy

Designer Donya Campbell wears an ASOS top and pants, Lyle tie and Paul Smith shoes.

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If I Were A Boy

This fashionista mixes a solid black top with printed navy pants. 

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If I Were A Boy

Stylist Athanaelle Paul wears an H&M jacket and shirt, vintage pants and INC shoes.

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