“I met Betsey Johnson through my mom when I was around 12. She gave me an unforgettable rainbow swimsuit that I wish I still had. Later, I was fortunate enough to attend a few of her shows. She’s just incredible.”—Eloïse Simonet, 33; Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn; designer and co-owner of Ale et Ange
This year’s crop of most stylish New Yorkers draws inspiration from a wide range of the city’s milieu, from musicians (Jam Master Jay, Courtney Love and Patti Smith) and filmmakers (Woody Allen) to the realm of political families (Jackie Kennedy and JFK Junior).
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