When your cold weather wardrobe consists of a puffy jacket and a slightly runny nose, it can be hard to find sartorial inspiration in the depths winter. That all changes come tomorrow when “Fashion Month” officially kicks off, beginning in New York City and making its way to London, Milan and Paris. And while you may not have a front row ticket or a VIP pass there are countless unique voices to follow, making it easier than ever to get inspired. We’ve selected ten ‘must-follow’ arbiters of taste and style for #NYFW, #LFW, #MFW and #PFW.
Carlyne Cerf de Dudzeele – @carlynecerfdedudzeele
- Title: Stylist ‘The Legend” #CCD
- Followers: 470k
- Vitals: She’s the french stylist responsible for every single iconic 90’s editorial that matters.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BqdMHSMHXnC/
Yoyo Cao – @yoyokulala
- Title: Founder of Exhibit
- Followers: 350k
- Vitals: Yoyo is responsible for putting Southeast Asian Style on the map having gained international recognition in recent years.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BtQd-Q9lpbm/
Tamu McPherson – @tamumcpherson
- Title: Creator of All the Pretty Birds
- Followers: 225k
- Vitals: Milan local doesn’t take the whole fashion thing too seriously and quite frankly, its rather refreshing.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BtHEFq1nUIc/
Sam McKnight – @sammcknight1
- Title: Hair Stylist
- Followers: 152k
- Vitals: One of fashion’s most beloved and well-respected hair stylists, McKnight is a constant backstage presence, working with designers like Chanel, Fendi, Dries Van Noten and Balmain to create iconic looks. Tap ‘follow’ to get the skinny on the season’s latest trends in hair, paired with McKnight’s in-depth and thoughtful commentary.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BsDrSWqhQWl/
Lisa Aiken – @lisa.aiken
- Title: Fashion Director, Moda Operandi
- Followers: 64.6k
- Vitals: The former Net-A-Porter fashion director gets the inside look at the only events that matter and she has a sharp discerning eye you can trust.
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bo4wmEtBavL/
Tyler Joe – @tylerjoe
- Title: Street Style Photographer
- Followers: 60.2k
- Vitals: Looking for outrageous inspiration from the streets of New York City? Joe is your guy. A street style photographer with a keen eye for the unusual, he’s extremely talented at capturing the small details that transcend a look from ordinary to extraordinary.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BsoA4YphBoh/
Samira Nasr – @samiranasr
- Title: Executive Fashion Director, Vanity Fair
- Followers: 33.3k
- Vitals: Bringing a well received fresh look to Vanity Fair after being appointed to her position in May.
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bs5XnijnKte/
Véronique Tristram – @veroniquetristram
- Title: Fashion Director Glamour Germany
- Followers: 16.2k
- Vitals: Sartorial favorite with signature aviator specs and a penchant for oversized menswear, she’s the real deal.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BtHD-95gNRZ/
Chloe King – @chloe4dayz
- Title: Digital Director, the Webster
- Followers: 7k
- Vitals: Named a Forbes 30 Under 30 influencer, King is known for her digital prowess, having been integral in the rapid growth of Bergdorf Goodman’s Instagram account. Now the Digital Director at the Webster, she’s a must-follow for on-the-ground updates as well as serious sartorial inspiration.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BtEdYf-HzdH/
Julia Gall – @juliasgall
- Title: Accessories Director, Marie Claire
- Followers: 4.2k
- Vitals: Obsessed with shoes, bags, hats and the like? Hit ‘follow’ on Gall, the Accessories Director for Marie Claire. Meticulously highlighting the season’s best accessories, she’s also a street style staple.
