Bomber Jackets, Monochrome Outfits, and Upscale Japanese Food: Trend Tuesdays Vol. Two | spoiled NYC

Bomber Jackets, Outrageous Heels, and Upscale Japanese Food: Trend Tuesdays Vol. Two 🧥👠🍣

Media dictates culture; magazines feature clothing, shoes, food, and what everyone is and should be “doing.”

In light of that tradition: welcome to Trend Tuesdays.

What are our credentials for being a cultural attache?

DT: I’m glad you ask!

My credentials include a 4-year degree in Media & Culture, crippling envy for people who can afford to fully express their tastes, reading magazines and watching fashion police from ages 6 - 21 instead of playing sports.

You could say I’m an expert. You could also say I’m a rocket scientist, doesn’t make it true though.

KT: I have been reading the pages of fashion magazines since I was 6 and I’ve watched Project Runway, Gossip Girl, What Not to Wear, and America’s Next Top Model religiously.

I’m a self-proclaimed expert and my rule to live by is “Fashion is fleeting, but style is forever.”

DT: From my mouth to your ears, here are this Tuesday’s trends tried by True.



Looks We Can’t Get Enough Of

Out-of-the-Box Heels

DT: My personal experience with heels is limited to a pair of nine-inch platforms I wore for a Halloween costume.

That being said, heels and heel culture are pervasive and visually stunning part of fashion then, now, and going forward. Status, sass, and sexy saunter are afforded by these shoes.

With modern pop and rap music glamorizing heels, like in Bodak Yellow, heels and heel culture are rising up like yeast in a pastry.

Or at least I think it’s like yeast, I’m not sure, I’ve never had a carb before. 💁‍♂️

KT: Interestingly enough, high heels were actually initially worn by men and have been around as early as the 10th century by horse-riding cultures. The fashion item spread throughout Persia, and into Europe, and remains a closet staple today.

High heels have been a part of history for a long time, but that doesn’t mean that we should have to limit ourselves to the classic silhouettes.

Out-of-the-box-heels give a real statement look to an otherwise, perhaps normal outfit.

My personal favorite is ones like the Yves Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello Opyum heels which debuted Spring/Summer 2017 and have been a classic of the fashion house since they hit the catwalk.

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Cool Kid Bomber Jackets

DT: Ahh, the bomber jacket. I distinctly remember my first experience with a Bomber jacket; it was a few Black Friday’s ago. We made eye contact from across a crowded H&M and I knew we were meant to be together. As I grabbed it, some other kid thought he felt the same connection.

I had to politely remind him with a shove that, that bomber jacket was mine.

Loving childhood memory aside: bomber jackets are one of the hottest items you can treat yourself to. They complete every outfit and gives any look an extra edge. Live your James Dean fantasy and rip one out of the hands of an equally deserving person at a mall today.

KT: I think out of all of the jackets to make a comeback, bomber jackets are by far my favorite. The military has had such a huge influence on fashion, just take a look at combat boots, army green, navy stripes, aviator sunglasses, or trench coats; I could go on and on.

I really love the versatility of bomber jackets; you can throw them over a skirt, and it immediately adds a cool edge.

Some of the plain and tamer designs look good with just about everything. Recently the trend expanded to jackets with art on the back panel, turning those staple pieces into statement pieces.

Take a look at Timothee Chalamet or Sebastian Stan and you’ll definitely want to run out and get one for yourself.

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Mixing Prints

KT: You may be thinking to yourself, why would anyone ever mix-prints?
When done right, your ensemble embodies that certain je ne sais quoi and I promise you, you’ll be the fashion icon in your circle. All your friends will be begging you to go shopping with them.

The best way to approach this style risk is by finding a consistency between prints. Similar colors in various prints, for instance, can create a more refined and cohesive look.

It’s a challenge, and something to try because it pushes you out of your comfort zone, and makes you really think about what to wear, instead of just throwing something on.

DT: Devil’s advocate: mixed print, if done haphazardly, can and will hurt my eyes.

There are certainly ways to mix prints to give you the perfect fashion concoction, that cannot be denied. But I ask you as a seeing, feeling human, do NOT mix animal prints. If I see 2 different animals on your outfit-

You know what? No. I don’t even have anything clever to say about it, just don’t do it.

As far as mixing patterns in general, give it a try and give yourself over to a fashion risk. Wearing something that makes you happy is far better for your mental health than throwing on something that makes you sigh when you zip or button it up.

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Monochrome Outfits

DT: I have nothing but time for this look. A monochrome look not only soothes the voices in my head, it provides an organized and engaging aesthetic for any occasion.

Some of the more notable utilizers of this trend include Kerry Washington as Olivia Pope and every other suit worn by a male and female celebrities on any given red carpet at any given time red carpet.

Nothing says “I have these next 24 hours of my life together.” quite like monochrome outfit and socks that match.

KT: Monochrome outfits make me so happy whenever I see them. Nothing looks more high-fashion than a single color outfit.

What truly makes monochrome outfits cool is no matter who’s rocking one, they always exude confidence. Dua Lipa is a prime example of a confident person, and she rocks the look like no other.

Although I love normal black or white monochrome outfits, it’s the orange, the purple, and the green that really make a statement. If you don’t think you have enough confidence to rock it, trust me you will after a day wearing it.

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Updated Classics: Denim on Denim

KT: Denim has always been a staple, and will be from now until forever.

The iconic Justin Timberlake and Britney Spears VMA moment comes to mind whenever I think of denim on denim but we don’t have to relive that interesting history moment ourselves. By adding a contrasting element, like a white crop top or white tee-shirt, it elevates the entire look and makes it a little less 90's, and little more wearable 2018.

DT: You took my exact reference! Denim on denim is a look on its way to being a classic. From JT to Cardi B, double denim is something you’ll wanna double down on. BUT DON’T BE CRAZY. Don’t go breaking out your Canadian tuxedos just yet. A tasteful matching pant and jacket combo is a look that can be dressed up or dressed down for your needs.

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Artist on 🔁

KT: The Latin’s are taken over and Bad Bunny is no exception. Along with the likes of his peers Maluma and J Balvin, Bad Bunny has really taken off in the last year and has made a name for himself, not just in the Latino community but around the world.

His career skyrocketed to next-level celebrity status with his feature alongside J Balvin on Cardi B’s song“I Like It”.

His recent song Estamos Bien has over 85M views on YouTube and debuted to #9 on the Latin Billboard charts. With the song being his eighth top 10, it’s safe to say that he is definitely here to stay.

DT: Today marks a momentous occasion: The one week anniversary of Cheat Codes’ & Little Mix’s video for Only You. If you haven’t had a chance to see it, you are wrong. Plain and simple. Fortunately for you Pop Culture Underachievers, I come prepared with some Cliff Notes to help you pass the test.

With 9M views in the first week, Only You is a moving Dance/Pop/Electronica track combing love, landladies, and mermaids.

Yes, I said it, mermaids. On the surface, you wanna dance in a sea of flashing lights. The visuals, however, garner a much different feeling. The song reminds you that love can be found in the strangest places and that sometimes, the only thing that can make you feel whole is to just be near the person you love.


Fill You Face and Stuff Your Soul

Upscale Japanese Food

Japanese food is having a moment

Classics  Nobu and Sushi Sushi are serving looks, taste, plating, and of course sushi.Kaiseki- and omakase-style spots helmed by renowned Japanese chefs are not going away.  New the scene are Juku and Tetsu by the legendary chef Masa.  There's a more affordable izakaya element, as well as a cocktail bar that pulls as much upon sake and sochu as it does whiskey and gin.

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Lastly, we just wanted to remind you that…today is National Tequila Day. For some trendy places to get a little tipsy, click on down to our National Tequila day Guide. Our Guide breaks down all the T, which in this case stands for Tequila.


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