I Just Moved from Paris to NYC and Can't Stop Wearing These 6 Staples

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If the name Xenia Adonts rings a bell, it's probably because you've spotted her working with the world's most sought-after luxury labels or watched one of her hilarious GRWM videos on TikTok. Maybe you've even shopped her line of elevated wardrobe staples, Attire, which feature prominently in her outfits. Regardless of how you came to know the German It girl and designer, her large influence can't be denied and today we're digging into what makes her style so good. In short, the foundational staples that make up her A+ wardrobe.

While she was formerly based in Paris, Adonts recently made the move across the Atlantic to NYC, and like with any big life change, the move has undeniably altered how she gets dressed from day to day. Paris and New York may both be major fashion capitals, but as anyone who's visited both, the two cities have fairly distinct sartorial palettes, and Adonts has certainly adapted to fit with the pace, lifestyle, and aesthetic of her fellow New Yorkers. So without further ado, here are six clothing items that Xenia is wearing on repeat in NYC.

1. Oversize Leather Jacket

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"A vintage-looking oversize leather jacket is a must," shared Adonts. While she wears it elsewhere too, she admitted it's the one piece that always makes her feel very NYC. Her Prada version features an oversize fit and simple hardware.

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2. White Shoulder Bag

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Adonts is a big fan of her Gucci Blondie bag, a new and more minimalist style from the Italian house that features a slim profile and chain strap. "It's the easiest bag to style with everything and works at all times," she insisted, "which is great whenever I am in a rush—aka all the time in NYC!"

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3. Menswear-Inspired Blazer

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"I swear this is my most worn item of my life and it works All. The. Time," she gushed. As someone who's lived in some of the world's most stylish cities, we don't take that statement lightly. "I feel like New Yorkers are always rushed and we need those go-to items on hand that work with everything," and for the newly minted East Coaster, oversize blazers are the ultimate staple that is always in rotation.

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4. Day-to-Night Cardigan

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As Attire's creative director, she test-drives all the best pieces from her brand before anyone else does. One item that's already a personal favorite in her wardrobe is the Day-to-Night cardigan, a ribbed knit with flared sleeves, and a plunging neckline. According to Adonts, this style is so NYC. "It has a little bit of sexiness but covers all the important parts."

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5. Wide-Leg Trousers

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Adonts shared that some of her favorite looks are actually her most pared-back. "I am obsessed with simple looks," she noted. "Pair black wide-leg trousers with a white tank and you’ve got the cool girl city look."

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6. Trendy White Sneakers

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Love them or hate them, the Balenciaga Triple S sneakers have been a loyal companion in her closet for years and according to Adonts, give her the height and comfort she craves. NYC girls know the value in an on-trend white sneaker, whether it be a designer investment pair or a more affordable style.

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Up next, the seven staples cool New Yorkers are wearing on repeat this summer.

Editor

Anna is an editor on the fashion team at Who What Wear and has been at the company for over five years, having begun her career in the Los Angeles office before relocating to New York, where she's currently based. Having always been passionate about pursuing a career in fashion, she built up her experience interning at the likes of Michael Kors, A.L.C., and College Fashionista before joining the team as a post-graduate assistant editor. Anna has penned a number of interviews with Who What Wear's cover stars over the years, including A-listers Megan Fox, Issa Rae, and Emma Chamberlain. She's earned a reputation for scouting new and emerging brands from across the globe and championing them to our audience of millions. While fashion is her main wheelhouse, Anna led the launch of WWW Travels last year, a new lifestyle vertical that highlights all things travel through a fashion-person lens. She is passionate about shopping vintage, whether it be at a favorite local outpost or an on-the-road discovery, and has amassed a wardrobe full of unique finds. When she's not writing, you can find her shooting street imagery on her film camera, attempting to learn a fourth or fifth language, or planning her next trip across the globe.