dapperQ model Ali Medina was recently featured in our Fall 2014 He Said/We Said shoot. But, we wanted to take a closer look at Ali’s daily style and asked her to submit for our Seven Days of Dapper series with a week’s worth of her personal style, which is a well curated and interesting mix of classic, rock n’ roll, and normcore!
Here’s more:
I am a Brooklyn-based artist, teacher, and printmaker. I currently work as a Preschool Teacher at Saint Ann’s School located in Brooklyn Heights. During my spare time I enjoy running, skateboarding, modeling androgynous clothing and working at the Lower East Side Printshop. Check out my artwork at www.alimedinaart.com
Outfit 1: Work Outfit
I work as a teacher at Saint Ann’s Preschoo,l so I have to be able to dress casually and wear comfortable shoes. The Nike SB’s are great when I skateboard to work and if I have to run around a lot. The crewneck sweatshirt is so cozy, and also a classic vintage Knicks piece.
Photo by Hannah Costel
Outfit Details:
Vintage NY Knicks Crewneck Sweatshirt
Trash and Vaudeville Black Pants
Odd Sox Lion
Nike SB Blazer
Outfit 2: Family Dinner
At family gatherings I like to dress semi formal, so a schoolboy blazer paired with some comfortable pants makes for a good outfit. I can dress it down by taking off my jacket, or dress it up with a dress shirt and some accessories like a pocket square and a lapel pin. The hat makes for a great piece in the fall and definitely keeps my ears warm!
Photos by Emma Strugatz
Outfit Details:
Goorin Bros Johnny Blue Eyes Wool Hat (with numerous feathers)
J-Crew Schoolboy Blazer
Brooks Brothers French Cuff Dress Shirt
Trash and Vaudeville Pants
Noble Breed Leather Rose Lapel Pin
Noble Breed Liberty London Pocket Square
Steve Madden Oxford Dress Shoes
Outfit 3: Interview
If I have an interview or an important meeting, I like to wear a classic black suit. The accents of color from the lapel pin and pocket square give a nice contrast to the black.
Photos by Emma Strugatz
Outfit Details:
Theory Gabe B. Tailor Suit Jacket
Brooks Brothers Oxford Button Down Dress Shirt
Brooks Brothers Wool Stretch Pants
Steven Madden Oxford Dress Shoes
Noble Breed Rose Lapel Pin
Noble Breed Blue Indigo No.1 Red Pocket Square
Outfit 4: Autumn Style
When it gets chilly in the fall I like to wear a jacket if I’m going out somewhere. The camel schoolboy blazer is a really nice layering piece and I like way it compliments the other pastel colors of my accessories.
Photos by Emma Strugatz
Outfit Details
J-Crew Schoolboy Blazer
Brooks Brothers Oxford Button Down Dress Shirt
Noblebreed Rose Lapel Pin
Vintage Floral Pocket Square
Outfit 5: Date Night
When I’m going out to dinner with my girlfriend or some friends I like to dress semi-casual but still dressed up enough to go to a nice restaurant. The jeans from Topman are super comfortable and I love the acid wash. The J-crew Blazer is very light and the shade of blue goes great with a pair of jeans.
Photos by Debbie Lemonte
Outfit Details:
J-Crew 1035 Jacket in Bi-Stretch Italian Wool
Brooks Brothers Oxford Button Down Dress Shirt
Topman Spray-on Skinny Acid Wash Jeans
ODD Sox Wolf
Noble Breed Liberty London Pocket Square
Noble Breed Leather Rose Lapel Pin
Steven Madden Oxford Dress Shoe
Outfit 6: Rainy Day
On a rainy day, I like to have lots of layers. A tee shirt with a button down and maybe a vest or a hoodie. The palladium boots are great in the rain and I like to compliment casual outfits with the many pairs of socks I have. The socks really accent the rest of the outfit!
Photos by Hannah Costel
Outfit Details:
Rothco Smokey Branch Tee
All Saints Slim Fit Flannel Shirt
Vintage denim vest with fur patch
Trash and Vaudeville Black Pants
ODD Sox Best Buds
Palladium Boots
Outfit 7: Skating Outfit
I skateboard a lot – it’s a great means of transportation to get around the city. When I need to be comfortable but also stay warm I wear some stretch denim and a warm hoodie. This pair of Jordans are good to skateboard in and the biggie smalls odd sox are my favorite pair of socks that I own. The socks also breath really well so that’s helpful when I am on my feet all day.
Photos by Emma Strugatz
Outfit Details:
Vintage Wool Hoodie
Diamond Supply NYC Excess Tank
Trash and Vaudeville Black Pants
ODD Sox King
Jordan Oreo 4’s
