MODEL OFF-DUTY

POV: a model emerges from the backstage door of a show during New York Fashion Week. She walks briskly past the throng of photographers and adoring fans waiting for her, pausing only once for the cameras to capture her simultaneously high fashion and effortless look. Her outfit consists of a clean makeup look, minimalist jewelry pieces, and elevated basics that scream, “Oh, this? I just threw it at the last minute on my way out of the house.” If you’ve been dying to try The Model Off Duty Look, you’re in luck! Here’s our Vanity Stories-approved guide to looking like you've just stepped off the runway.

Structured Pieces vs. Loose Fits

This one is important: play with different materials, proportions, and fits for the perfect juxtaposition between your pieces. It will give you an effortless, fun, put-together look that’ll make heads turn. It’s also a fun way to incorporate trends into your everyday wear! Not ready to jump into the baggy low-waisted pants and tiny top pairing that have been dominating street fashion lately? Try experimenting with different pieces without the pressure of sticking to one look.

Elevated Basics

Are you looking for an easy way to update your everyday wardrobe? Spend time developing a capsule wardrobe centered around elevated basics. Find ways to wear your little black dress or oversized white tee shirt in unexpected ways. Let’s take the former as an example: a little black dress can be worn as it is paired with chunky white sneakers, scrunched socks, and a sporty sweatshirt draped over your shoulders for a super chic supermodel-inspired look or worn under the baggiest, distressed sweater you own!

Incorporation of Athleisure

Pull out your bike shorts and windbreakers because athleisure is 100% essential for the Model Off Duty Look. Athleisure separates and sets can be used as a base to build your outfits. If you want to avoid looking like you’ve just stepped out of a pilates class, pair your athleisure wear with fun pieces and accessories that embrace an entirely different aesthetic. Dress like you’ve got a business meeting at noon with a hot yoga class at 1:00.

Sleek Hair and “No Makeup” Makeup

The “No Makeup” makeup look is back (or did it ever truly leave?) Either way, it always seems like while models are super fresh-faced after leaving the runway, they still look ready for a photo shoot at a moment’s notice. Invest in a great nude lip color that can be worn anywhere and a brow gel that will keep all those little hairs in check while giving you the perfect groomed brow. Finish everything off with a sleek hairstyle you won’t have to think twice about a voila! You’re ready for the cameras.