The metaphor of urban nomad is one that suits me and gives expression to the way I as Accidental Icon, am moving into places seen and unseen in my city. I chose this outfit to wear during a video shoot in the Wall Street area because of the way the garment moved and swirled as I walked. As Cecilia has eloquently stated about the intent of her designs in her interview, this shirtdress gives me a sense of freedom, movement and confidence. I feel graceful and the silver ballet slipper shoes by Miu Miu allow me to move as if I were a dancer through the cobblestone streets and alleyways that populate this part of the city. My feet drip with bows, softening my stride.
My look is my version of the feminine counterpart to the usual figures that animate this part of the city. I also wear a tie but unlike the brokers and hedge fund managers mine is black and white gingham and tied in a bow. My apron is a sign that I am also doing work in that I am creating and producing content for social media but it is left open and untied to indicate the liberation I receive from this kind of work. It also keeps me grounded in my family roles of partner, mother, grandmother, daughter and sister. The fact that my body is tired at the end of the day reminds me though that what I do, despite the pleasure, is indeed still work.
On the topic of work, I have been collaborating with a designer to re-design my website to make it easier to find and read content you may have missed or want to return to without endlessly scrolling. The new design moves us closer to being more of a magazine with expanding topics and coverage. It will be unveiled in about two weeks and as everything it will be a work in progress as I, and you, play with it and see all the potentially wonderful things it can do.
Accidental Icon Wears:
White Shirt Dress: Ceci, Double-layer Apron: Ageless the Einzelganger, Shoes: Miu Miu, Sunglasses: Prada
What we wear conveys so many things,doesn’t it? Mood,thoughts,ideas,feelings. A visual conversation- love it!
I love that term "a visual conversation" I am completely inspired by your words.
I think when I Can do that it creates a transaction between me and my clothes that makes something feel very alive.
Thank you for explaining why you chose to wear the pieces that comprise this outfit. I am finally beginning to understand what you mean when you say that what you choose to wear expresses (facets of) who you are. Looking forward to learning more and more about that, Leslie
I think when I Can do that it creates a transaction between me and my clothes that makes something feel very alive.
I cannot wait to see the new website! Great article. I am always swept away into a world of delight when I read your writing. Thank you!
I cannot wait to see the new website! Great article. I am always swept away into a world of delight when I read your writing. Thank you!
Dear Lyn, I’d like to read on your website about the books you love to read, about your favorite places in New York …
This thought process (about dressing) is foreign to me- I think : I’m not sure I dress with this much intent. But , your writing is very interesting and evocative, and I truly, truly enjoy learning from you. Fascinating, inspiring, and thought -provoking. The apron is especially intriguing as a symbol. I also very much look forward to your web page redesign !
This thought process (about dressing) is foreign to me- I think : I’m not sure I dress with this much intent. But , your writing is very interesting and evocative, and I truly, truly enjoy learning from you. Fascinating, inspiring, and thought -provoking. The apron is especially intriguing as a symbol. I also very much look forward to your web page redesign !
Thank you for wearing our garment Lyn,! <3
-Ageless Einzelganger-