Just six weeks ago, I made the cross country move from New York City to Los Angeles. I had lived in L.A. before—years actually—but two seasons of winter blizzards and subway commuting were long enough for me to forget how to dress in California. Soon after I landed on the West Coast though, I realized that some swift wardrobe edits were in order.
As the weeks passed, I noticed that some of my New York wardrobe essentials were sitting in the back of my closet. First it was the leather pants. Even though they were practically second skin in NYC they’ve been unworn since I arrived. Then, it was the trench coat. A staple in NYC and trips to Paris, there never seems to be the right time to wear it. Next, it was the oversize bag. I no longer needed a huge tote to cart around everything I needed to get me through the day. Soon to follow were my over-the-knee boots, hats, and sweaters—all pieces that had been in heavy rotation on the East Coast.
I realized that both cities are places where style is important, just in very different ways. The New Yorker must have a more calculated approach to dressing for the day. All things need to be considered before leaving the house: the weather report, the number of blocks to the subway, and office attire that can seamlessly transition to a post-work date. In L.A., there's a more casual approach to getting dressed that matches the casual attitude of the people who live here. Jeans at the office aren't just reserved for casual Fridays and sunglasses are the most important accessory you'll own.
Below, I’m breaking down the 6 key pieces I’ve been wearing since I relocated to the West Coast. Read on for my L.A. girl wardrobe essentials, and shop the pieces that made my list.
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