NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH: Stolen accessories, old-fashioned style and "crazy, but never in a bad way"

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NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH: Stolen accessories, old-fashioned style and "crazy, but never in a bad way"

POSTED: Thursday, July 22, 2010, 10:30 PM

Filed Under: Shopping Fashion

Every week, Critical Mass finds Philly's most fashionable.

Nyidera Edwards

Nicole J. has been going chic for 39 years strong, putting her skills to good use on herself and others working as a stylist. Her H&M tube top is simple black and white but unique in design, complementing her black wide-leg pants and handbag. Her leather tassel earrings were also H&M and her mixed metal bangles were from Loehmanns. She says, "I stole the necklace from my daughter." Sneaky, Nicole, very sneaky! The Overbrook native says she loves Buffalo Exchange for their selection of jewelry and Halle Berry ranks #1 on her style list. Nicole's wise words: "Keep it simple and accessorize."

Dominique R. (22) has the heart of a vintage soul. She says, "I'm old fashioned. I was raised by my Grandmother so I'm into anything '40s-'70s." Her denim vest is from Retrospect (536 South St., 267-671-0116), the printed skirt and tube top were from Urban Outfitters and her lace-up leather flats are Steve Madden, where she works. Dominque says her look has no inspiration; she simply gets up and gets dressed depending on her mood. Her fashion icons are Katy Perry who is "very '60s and has versatile looks," Alexander McQueen "who brought a different aspect to shoes" and Lady Gaga "for obvious reasons."

Nyidera Edwards

Aminah D.'s (17) layered look screamed classic edge. The Levittown girl's funky hair and color play show a young fashion rebel in her prime. I loved the contrasted pairing of the green skinny-leg jeans with the red and black flannel and shredded graphic tee by Forever21. The rising freshman at Drexel says in style she loves Amber Rose for "her use of color and unique eyewear" and admires Rihanna's ability "to go dark and edgy but make it sophisticated." Aminah says her favorite store is Urban Outfitters but she also likes to thrift and hit up Goodwill. "Jewelry is a must, "Aminah decrees. "Jewelry changes the entire look."

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Aminah D.'s partner in crime, Victoria C. (18) is an incoming Fashion Design/Merchandising student at Drexel as well. The New York native says, "Philly reminds me a lot of Manhattan." She says she's a huge Rihanna fan like Aminah, but her absolute icon is Betsey Johnson. "Everything is crazy but never in a bad way," Victoria says. "Her pieces are always eclectic." To thrive in the world of style, Victoria says, "You can't be afraid to take risks. As long as you have confidence, you can pull anything off."

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