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Independent Spirit: Gallerina Nicola Vassell

Nicola Vassell
By Essence · Updated October 29, 2020
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Nicola Vassell

Nicola says she likes to mix and match high and low end. Here she pairs an industrial raincoat with a mini sweater dress and killer heels.

Independent Spirit: Gallerina Nicola Vassell
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Nicola Vassell

At a New York Fashion Week party Nicola executes her clothing as art mantra in a sculptured dress. “I really like things that look like art on the body,” she says.

Independent Spirit: Gallerina Nicola Vassell
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Nicola Vassell

Wearing one of her treasured vintage finds, Nicola hosts a wine tasting party at her spacious downtown New York City loft.

Independent Spirit: Gallerina Nicola Vassell
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Nicola Vassell

Them there eyes. Nicola parties it up at New York Fashion week with client and friend, artist Kehinde Wiley.

Independent Spirit: Gallerina Nicola Vassell
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Nicola Vassell

At the debut of designer Sonia Rykiel’s shop at Henri Bendel, Nicola wears a voluminous winter coat and minimal makeup.

Independent Spirit: Gallerina Nicola Vassell
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Nicola Vassell

With good friend actress Joy Bryant, Nicola’s deep crimson lip color is glam and cocktail-ready.

Independent Spirit: Gallerina Nicola Vassell
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Nicola Vassell

Nicola’s paperboy chic is paired with a vintage denim blazer. The former model admits she’s got a soft spot for masculine clothing. “I tend to prefer more masculine lines,” she says.

Independent Spirit: Gallerina Nicola Vassell