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Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown

Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown
By Essence · Updated October 29, 2020
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Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown

“I love this studded blazer from H&M. I’m all about one statement piece you can wear all year round.”

(Silver studded blazer, H&M)

Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown
Jennifer Cooper
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Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown

“Day to day my look is definitely funky and fashion-forward, but still work friendly.”

(Silver studded blazer, H&M; Black tank, American Apparel; Jeans, Levi’s; Mini duffel, Louis Vuitton; Tan peep toe pumps, Sergio Rossi)

Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown
Jennifer Cooper
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Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown

“This is one of my everyday bags. I’m usually out all day so I have to be able to change shoes, or throw on a cute scarf. I like it because it’s Louis and it’s a classic piece, but more because I need room.”

(“Speedy” duffle, Louis Vuitton)

Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown
Jennifer Cooper
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Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown

“I love a great statement jacket like this one. It’s such a classic cut with the sleeve and the bow, it’s so conservative, although it’s so shiny. I get a lot of compliments on this one!”

(Jacket, by Miguelina from Intermix)

Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown
Jennifer Cooper
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Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown

“I love Levi’s jeans. Out of all those designer denim brands out there — from Seven’s to Citizen — these are the only ones that hug my body. Plus you can own about 150 of them for the price of one designer denim!”

(Jacket, Miguelina at Intermix: Bodysuit, American Apparel; Jeans, Levi’s; Bag, Banana Republic; Boots, Giuseppe Zanotti)

Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown
Jennifer Cooper
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Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown

“I love looks that transition effortlessly from the office to an afterwork dinner to a party.”

(Jacket, Miguelina at Intermix: Bodysuit, American Apparel; Jeans, Levi’s; Bag, Banana Republic; Boots, Giuseppe Zanotti)

Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown
Jennifer Cooper
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Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown

“These boots are so comfortable. The heel isn’t very high – it’s max three inches – but because they go all the way above the knee, nobody pays attention to how short the heel is!”

(Boots, Giuseppe Zanotti; Bag, Banana Republic; Ring, Stephen & Co.)

Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown
Jennifer Cooper
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Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown

“This is a perfect day to night outfit. It works in the office and works for fashion events or work dinners.”

(Jacket, Carlos Campos; Skirt, Herve Leger; Tank, Parker from Intermix; Shoes, )

Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown
Jennifer Cooper
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Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown

“The majority of what I wear has to translate from daytime to evening. I attend a lot of events and spend a lot of my time with models after work. It’s constant! I probably go out like four nights a week – minimum.”

(Jacket, Carlos Campos; Skirt, Herve Leger; Tank, Parker at Intermix; Shoes, Rosa Rosa )

Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown
Jennifer Cooper
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Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown

“I got these shoes from Daffy’s. I love department stores like that and Loehmann’s and even Century 21, here in New York. You get great designer pieces for almost nothing!”

(Shoes, Rosa Rosa)

Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown
Jennifer Cooper
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Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown

“These earrings are from a boutique called Stephen & Co in New York. They are my secret weapon! Everything looks expensive, but only costs between $10 to $50. Everything!”

(Earrings, Stephen & Co)

Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown
Jennifer Cooper
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Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown

“This is another office look I wear when I don’t have anywhere to go after work. Although my office is a bit corporate, we’re still a fashion company, so no one is wearing full suits and conservative blazers. We like to keep it serious, but still keep it fashion-forward.”

(Jacket, from N Boutique in Harlem; Tank, H&M; Jeans, LF; Clogs, Vincent Camuto )

Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown
Jennifer Cooper
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Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown

“These shoes were a steal! They were originally $268, but I paid only $38 for them during a special three day sale at one of my favorite NYC boutiques, LF stores.”

(Shoes, Clogs by Vincent Camuto)

Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown
Jennifer Cooper
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Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown

“Accessories kick up your look a notch. They can tone your look up or turn it down.”

(Bag, Banana Republic; Ring, Aldo)

Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown
Jennifer Cooper
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Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown

“When I saw this ring, I just had to have it. Aldo is a great place for unique accessories like this. I’m always looking for that unique piece because New York is about being different.”

(Ring, Aldo)

Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown
Jennifer Cooper
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Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown

“I’m wearing all retail brands like H&M and Zara in this look. When I go to those stores, it’s all about being simple. I don’t buy anything super trendy. Just like I’d never go into a sample sale and buy super basics. If I’m going to buy designer it has to make a statement. If I’m buying retail it has to be a basic.”

(Jacket, Zara, Dress, H&M, Shoes Report Signature)

Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown
Jennifer Cooper
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Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown

“I love this shoe. It’s a great pump, but the band takes it into Mary Jane land. The 3-d ridges really grab your eye when you look at them. And best of all? They really are super comfortable!”

(Shoes: Report Signature)

Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown
Jennifer Cooper
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Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown

“If I’m going to wear an accessory, I’m going to make sure you can see them. It’s all about bold, statement pieces.”

(Ring, Stephen & Co; Necklace, H&M)

Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown
Jennifer Cooper
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Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown

“My husband bought this Burberry coat for me as a birthday present three years ago. It’s my favorite coat. It keeps me super warm. I call it the CEO coat because he said, ’That’s what you are going to be one day.’”

(Black coat, Burberry; Bag, Louis Vuitton; Gloves, Blumarine)

Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown
Jennifer Cooper
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Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown

“I got these amazing gloves for $1.49 from a friend who bought them at a Blumarine sample sale. When she came back with it, I bought it off of her. They just pop and when you have a simple coat the pop of color says I’m fun and I don’t mind taking risks – even if they are small risks!”

(Black coat, Burberry; Bag, Louis Vuitton; Gloves, Blumarine)

Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown
Jennifer Cooper
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“These are three of my closet friends and I just love them. Everyone is strong and successful and stylish! They inspire me to take more risks with my wardrobe.”

Closet Envy: Latoya Scott Brown