Most stylish New Yorkers: Mary Kate Steinmiller

Mary Kate Steinmiller, 26, fashion market editor at Teen Vogue (teenvogue.com), Brooklyn Heights

Her personal style: “I’m quite girly and feminine, but with a twist. Something I’ve learned working at Teen Vogue is to always add an unexpected element to your wardrobe. For me, it’s layering clothing and adding pops of neon or quirky accessories.”

Her inspiration: “I’m very inspired by the pages of our magazine; I love adding youthful flair to whatever I wear. I think personal style is important, so I try not to follow trends, but [instead] take bits and pieces from what I see to make it my own.”

Favorite stores: “Geminola (41 Perry St between Seventh Ave and W 4th St; 212-675-1994, geminola.com) is like a fairy tale come to life: lace, tulle, ribbon, delicate silks and the most beautiful reworked vintage dresses you will ever see. ABC Carpet & Home (881 Broadway at 19th St; 212-473-3000, abchome.com) has endless inspiration, with floor after floor of the most beautiful textiles, furniture and home accessories. And Barneys (660 Madison Ave at 61st St; 212-826-8900, barneys.com)—it’s a staple!”

Her signature accessory: “I am never without bracelets on my wrist! I have four that I never take off, and then I layer on different ones each day.”

Favorite designers: “Chris Benz (chris-benz.com): Season after season, his collections are always one of my favorites. I just love his sense of color and rich fabrics. His clothes are never too serious—they always have a spark of fun. I work closely with Dallin Chase (dallinchase.com) designer Jason Cauchi, and am inspired by his devotion to making girls look fresh with his mix of perfect little dresses, flirty skirts, leather pieces and fur. Aimee Cho of Gryphon (gryphon-ny.com) is brilliant. She has taken the classic trench coat and created an amazing collection centered around reworking it with creative trimmings, cuts, details and embellishment.”

How her style has evolved through the years: “It’s definitely influenced by my job. I always dress with a Teen Vogue twist: pops of color, mixed fabrics and textures, and unexpected combinations. I’ve also started to appreciate quality over quantity. I’d much rather spend money on a quality designer piece that’s classic and that I will have and wear forever than a cheap, fast-fashion, trendy item that won’t last.”

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