STEAL SUMMER’S LOOK: THE BLUEPRINT: NYC GIRLS, STYLE, and the ART of SELF-EXPRESSION
New York City girls don’t follow trends, we are the trend! It’s in the way we move, the way we mix high and low fashion, the way we turn the streets into our own personal runways. And this time, the runway was the South Bronx with Yankee Stadium standing bold in the background, the 4 train rumbling overhead, and the essence of NYC style on full display.
Draped in the Babushka Fabric Wrap from Unwrp, I honored the artistry of two incredible Black female creators: Ashley L. Fouyolle, the visionary behind Unwrp, and Ashley Posey, the Harlem-born illustrator and founder of Jorja Zee. Their work represents a rich tapestry of culture, storytelling, and unapologetic Black creativity. The wrap itself, designed by Posey, is more than just fabric, it’s a statement. Inspired by her grandmothers’ Georgia and Zereeal, Posey’s designs speak to self-love, self-celebration, and the dynamic duality of being bold yet soft, gritty yet elegant.
In true NYC fashion, I styled the Babushka Fabric Wrap over a classic New York Yankees fitted, merging nostalgia with modern-day fly. The exaggerated silhouette of the wrap created a look reminiscent of the illustrated Jorja Zee persona—big bold sunglasses, dark lipstick, and an aura of pure confidence. For the fit? A full-length thrifted fur coat, Timberland 40 Below espresso Superboots, and thrifted army fatigue camo pants. A perfect balance of streetwear and high glam, just as NYC girls do effortlessly.
The creative vision was brought to life by Auckvision, a sought-after photographer, videographer, and film producer straight out of the Bronx. His lens captured not just the outfit, but the energy, that Big Bronx energy, that NYC girl energy! The kind of presence that turns heads without trying, that sets the tone without saying a word. This collaboration was about more than fashion; it was about honoring the brands, the creatives, and the spirit of NYC girls who have always been the blueprint.
We set the trends.
We write the rules.
We define the culture.
To a life styled right,
Summer Terry
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LOVE!! The pride, the style, the creative direction. This project made me feel as if I was there. True essence captured not only in visuals, but in this post. Well written Summer! Keep em coming!