Lainy was able to take a brief moment before her busy week ahead to discuss the secrets of staying stylish and finding all the best spots in the Big Apple.
08 February, 2017
It's one thing trying to decide what to wear when you wake up, but when you live or work in one of the fashion capitals of the world, getting dressed and staying on top of what's happening is no easy feat. With the start of New York Fashion Week we wanted to get a sense of how to stay chic when running around in the city that never sleeps. Ultra-talented Lainy Hedaya of the blog Haute Inhabit has got this down to a tee.
The LIM college graduate has had fashion running through her veins from when she was little. And now, instead of sewing clothes for her dolls, she's experiencing the (adult) fashion industry firsthand. Her blog is a combination of striking photography, intriguing essays, witty runway reviews and brand consulting. Despite the constant pressure to conform in the fashion world, Lainy has stood out with her distinct voice, sense of humour and eye for visual design. Whether she's searching for the newest innovative designer, shopping at Bergdorf's or chilling in the park with dogs, the spunky creative director is always involved with something in the city.
I don't even know, but I've been hopping around them since 2011.
People are super friendly and I feel lucky to be part of such a great industry.
That it would be fun if you're working at it, but work is work! … And you know how humans feel about labour.
Sophie Thealett made me cry last season, it was so beautiful. It was my intern's first ever show and she turned to me mid-show and asked "Are all shows like this?!" and I replied, "I freaking wish".
Rosie Assouline, Proenza Schouler and Edun.
I am always excited to see designers get creative and think out of the box. Scheduling bores me to shit.
Leandra Medine, Danielle Bernstein and Charlotte Groenvald.
A little bit messy, because we live in a messy city.
I live in Chelsea. I spend most of my time in my office. Unfortunately. Kidding. I love that little box.
If your friends couldn't find you at home it would be a safe bet to check…
Mars. I have probably figured out a way to get to Mars.
Lower East Side - for sure.
Nomad Hotel - it's drugggssss! Order anything, honestly.
Mi casa! I got the machines, I got everything!
I don't know… I find the cheapest coffee in NYC is always the best coffee. Hit up those bodegas.
Bergdorf Goodman, always.
Kirna Zabete, Joseph, The Apartment by The Line
Bergdorfs.
McDonalds - Chicken McNuggets (they're made with real chicken now!)
Mary's Fish Camp and order the cod sandwich.
Madison Square Park and hang out with the dogs.
Hudson Bar & Books and The Blond at 11 Howard
Flatiron Lounge
Le Bain at The Standard
Twitter (to know when messed up things happen in the city), Uber, Seamless (the food and delivery app).
