She Wears the Pants

If you haven’t tried The City Pants yet, they’re the perfect everyday pants you’ll want to wear with everything. These garment-washed, super-soft cotton pants took years to get just right. Every element of these pants was carefully sourced and produced in Italy. While they’re wonderfully suited for 9-to-5 in the city, they’re actually wearable anywhere and for anything (including long flights!). In cotton with just the right amount of stretch, they’re as much of a second-skin as a pant could be. We asked six women to style them their own way and take them for a spin to prove just how wearable they are.

Nikki Kule, Founder of KULE based in NYC

Wearing the City Pants in Azzurro; Nikki likes to wear them in NY and Miami as they’re easy to pack for travel and don’t wrinkle.

Nikki took her normal size in the KULE City Pants in Azzurro
Styled with matching KULE Blanca Shirt under Celine sweater, and Miu Miu moccasins
KULE City Pants - Azzurro

KULE City Pants – Azzurro

KULE Blanca Shirt - Azzurro

KULE Blanca Shirt – Azzurro

Celine Sweater

Celine Sweater

Miu Miu Moccasins

Miu Miu Moccasins

Sarah Clary, Stylist and Creative Consultant based in Brooklyn, New York

Wearing the City Pants in Black to a photoshoot, soccer pickup, and a karaoke bar.

Sarah took her normal size in the KULE City Pants in Black
Styled with KULE Blanca Shirt and Modern Long striped tee, polka dot tights, and Prada kitten heels
KULE City Pants - Black

KULE City Pants – Black

KULE Blanca Shirt - Black

KULE Blanca Shirt – Black

KULE Modern Long

KULE Modern Long

Calzedonia Tights

Calzedonia Tights

Prada Shoes

Prada Shoes

Arkeedah McCormick, Social Media Manager and Creator based in Atlanta, Georgia

Wearing the City Pants in Olive to a day at the High Museum, running errands around town, and a coffee date.

Arkeedah McCormick wearing KULE City Pant
Arkeedah sized up in the KULE City Pants in Olive
Styled with turtleneck, H&M shirt jacket, and Nike sneakers
KULE City Pants - Olive

KULE City Pants – Olive

KULE Turtleneck

KULE Turtleneck

H&M Shirt Jacket

H&M Shirt Jacket

Nike Sneakers

Nike Sneakers

Michèle Ouellet, Model and Co-founder of Lorenza Wine based in Venice, CA

Wearing the City Pants in Black for lunch in Venice Beach or Gjelina on Abbot Kinney. 

Michele Ouellet in KULE City Pants
Michèle took her normal size in the KULE City Pants in Black
Styled with cashmere sweater, with Chanel slingbacks, Clare V basket, and Gil Rodriguez headband
KULE City Pants - Black

KULE City Pants – Black

KULE Betty Sweater

KULE Betty Sweater

Chanel Slingbacks

Chanel Slingbacks

Clare V Basket

Clare V Basket

Gil Rodriguez Headband

Gil Rodriguez Headband

Lilly Sisto, Stylist and PR Consultant based in NYC

Wearing the City Pants in Olive to a coffee meeting.

LIlly Sisto in KULE City Pant
Lilly took her normal size in the KULE City Pants in Olive
Styled with Solid & Striped sweater and Manolo Blahnik mules
KULE City Pants - Olive

KULE City Pants – Olive

Solid & Striped Sweater

Solid & Striped Sweater

Manolo Blahnik Mules

Manolo Blahnik Mules

Gym Tan, Content Creator based in the San Francisco Bay Area

Wearing the City Pants in Sand on a travel day, on a flight between Singapore and NYC.

KULE City Pants - Sand

KULE City Pants – Sand

KULE Take Out Sweater

KULE Take Out Sweater

Greats sneakers

Greats sneakers

Saint Laurent Tote

Saint Laurent Tote

The City Pants pair well with everything, but if you don’t want to think about it, there’s The Blanca Shirt—a 100% featherweight cotton shirt (also made in Italy)—to match!

The Blanca Shirt - Azzurro

The Blanca Shirt – Azzurro

The Blanca Shirt - White

The Blanca Shirt – White

The Blanca Shirt - Sand

The Blanca Shirt – Sand

The Blanca Shirt - Black

The Blanca Shirt – Black

Get your own everyday, do anything, go anywhere City Pants and find out why they’re truly the perfect pair.

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Why a Sports Skeptic Is Leaning Into Rugby Shirts by Christian Allaire

Growing up as a kid in Canada, you played sports. My whole childhood revolved around soccer leagues, hockey teams, and gymnastic practices. You name it—I did it! I wasn’t very good at any of them; In fact, the only goal I ever scored during my short-lived hockey career was when I accidentally slapped a puck into our own team’s net. From a young age, it became very apparent that I am just not the athletic type. However, all of that seems to be changing in my 30s, as I’ve suddenly found myself entering a sporty era. Well, a fashion sporty era that is, thanks to my new spring obsession: Rugby shirts.

Though I’ve never actually attempted rugby, I’m very much into spring’s new, colorful assortment of rugby-style shirts. The striped top—originating from England in the mid-1800s, often complete with a contrasting collar—first became a staple in the sports arena as a way for teams to differentiate themselves. But now, it’s become much more of a fashion statement—a graphic top that can make any outfit feel instantly peppy and upbeat. They were everywhere on the spring 2024 runways. Brands like Dries Van NotenJW Anderson, and Dsquared2 all put their stamp on the classic rugby shirt, styling it casually with tailored shorts or jeans.

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Though it’s been around for ages, the rugby top feels totally fresh this season. Mostly because, after years of rejecting anything remotely sports-related, it’s a look and style vibe that I’ve rarely experimented with—and isn’t spring all about a rebirth and trying new things? Admittedly, seeing celebrities like Hailey Bieber and Taylor Swift rock them has also cemented the idea that rugby shirts can read as elevated and stylish (with the right styling). So, feeling inspired by the piece, I decided to invest in my very first one and test it out. I landed on a Wales Bonner striped rugby in black, yellow, and white.

Like Bieber and Swift, I’ve enjoyed approaching the sporty staple as something that should be dressed up. (I don’t want to look like I’m actually heading to rugby practice.) The key to making it feel smart? Pairing it with my go-to pleated dress trousers, or a pair of flared jeans, for a more ’70s slant. Ditto for the shoes, too: Instead of sneakers, consider pairing it with chunky loafers or oxfords. All together, I’ve found that the balance between athleticism and dressiness creates the perfect off-duty vibe. The is outfit is casual, but put-together casual. And even better, it’s a pretty light-lift styling job: The rugby shirt does the most of the work for your statement look.

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Who would have thought that a rugby top could turn a sports skeptic into a fan? Unexpectedly, the shirts are fast becoming my everyday fashion staple, and I even plan on adding a few more styles to my wardrobe (like this one from Guest In Residence). Does this mean I’m suddenly going to join a rugby team? Hardly; I still can’t perform a dropkick or punt to save my life. But I do enjoying looking like I possibly could.

On board with the spring rugby shirt, too? Shop 7 stylish styles below.

KULE Rugby

$108

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Our first group for Spring was released this month and is inspired by iconic New York moments from film and pop culture. The collection speaks to Nikki’s New York roots: it was designed in New York, made for the New York woman, by a New Yorker 😉. New York is the soul of the collection, which was photographed on the streets of downtown New York City. 

From the desk of Nikki Kule

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Meryl Streep hailing a cab from Kramer vs. Kramer and a photograph from The Wall Street Journal’s Workwear That Easily Transitions to Out of Office photographed by Olivier Kervern and styled by Louise Ford

The collection’s styles all have the details our customers know and love us for: clothing with excellent fit and superior quality, with a happy wink 😉. You’ll see elements from the inspiration sprinkled throughout, such as our khaki Rox trench, which is the tomboy chic vibe of Meryl Streep in Kramer vs. Kramer, and, of course, the color black, a New York staple.

Meryl Streep hailing a taxi cab in Kramer vs. Kramer
Meryl Streep in Kramer vs. Kramer, 1979

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KULE Spring 2024 Rox trench coat with taxi cab NYC
Our best-selling Rox Trench has been brought back for Spring, styled here with new garment-dyed City Pants which are made in Italy, and matching lightweight cotton Blanca Shirt. More colors available (and even more coming soon 🙂)

Photographed by Mei Tao

We’ve introduced monochrome sets, which include our new category of garment-dyed pants and matching shirts. The pants are called the “City” pants, a nod to – what else – the city. They are garment-washed, super soft everyday cotton pants, which took years to perfect. They pair perfectly with our versatile Blanca button-down shirts made from super featherweight cotton, great for those hot city days and nights. Every element of these sets was carefully sourced and produced in Italy.

The Blanca Shirt

The Blanca Shirt

The City Pants

The City Pants

The Blanca Shirt

The Blanca Shirt

The City Pants

The City Pants

The Blanca Shirt

The Blanca Shirt

The City Pants

The City Pants

We have also introduced the category of Chambray, which looks exactly like denim but is not denim! It’s better! It’s much more comfortable, lightweight, and easy to wear. It’s soft and drapey and not at all stiff or bulky like its denim counterpart. We’re taking sets and easy day-to-night dressing to a new level.

The new Chambray Quinn Shirt and matching Chambray City Pant. Available in both Dark and Light Denim. And, also part of the Chambray Family, is the Chambray Kelly Jacket and the Chambray Bermuda Short
The Chambray Quinn

The Chambray Quinn

The Chambray City Pant

The Chambray City Pant

The Chambray Kelly

The Chambray Kelly

The Chambray Bermuda Short

The Chambray Bermuda Short

The Chambray Quinn

The Chambray Quinn

The Chambray City Pant

The Chambray City Pant

And that’s just the first of our Spring groups! Keep an eye out because there are so many exciting new pieces and colors to come with collections each month of the season. Look out for fresh new catalogs coming to a mailbox near you 📬 Sign up here to be the first to know 🙂

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Vogue featuring Chloe King style mentioning KULE stripes

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What 14 Fashion Insiders Are Wearing to New York Fashion Week by Christian Allaire

Every season, New York Fashion Week’s vibrant street style scene—often documented by the expert eye of Vogue photographer Phil Oh—acts as a preview of fashion’s biggest up-and-coming trends. Buyers, editors, stylists, writers, and more all hit the streets of the Big Apple to take in the new shows. And when they do, their outfits often incorporate some of the freshest, coolest new pieces on the scene. Last season, for instance, everyone was spotted wearing the neon-bright Martine Rose x Nike sneakers—a wonderfully quirky shoe collab.

With the fall 2024 shows officially kicking off on Friday, consider this week’s show attendees the perfect individuals to draw fashion inspiration from; Their outfits basically predict what’s next in fashion. In honor, Vogue reached out and asked some of them to share what they’ll be wearing this season. Trending staples ranged from luxe Bottega Veneta bags and Miu Miu boots, to more unexpected pieces like Baby Phat gloves (Y2K style isn’t dead yet!), and cozy Collina Strada sweatpants.

Below, dive into what 13 fashion insiders will be wearing to NYFW.

Chloe King

Fashion Market and Editorial Director

The best part about getting dressed for February fashion shows is the opportunity to really experiment with layering. I plan to play around with Kule stripesZankov knits, and men’s ties non-stop this season.

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Refinery29 featuring KULE Malibu tee as best breton stripe tee for capsule wardrobe

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Your Ultimate Capsule Wardrobe Shopping Guide by Georgia Murray

capsule wardrobe is nothing new. The term was coined back in the 1980s by Susie Faux, the West End boutique owner who introduced her clients to minimalist brands like Jil Sander, while Donna Karan popularized the idea in the USA in ‘85 with her Seven Easy Pieces. In more recent years, Marie Kondo’s decluttering method has shaken up wardrobes the world over. The notion of a refined and utilitarian collection of clothing, of creating the maximum number of outfits from as few items as possible, is a familiar one.

Now, though, its appeal is greater than ever. The pandemic has forced many of us to recalibrate our relationship with fashion. Giving us time to step off the fast-moving carousel of disposable trends, we spent hours in lockdowns with the clothes we own and admit which were bought to secure a quick and dirty serotonin hit in the shadow of Instagram’s comparison culture, fuelled by the ease of same-day delivery. For others, waking each morning to a global pandemic has left little room for the effort and energy required to pull together a playful outfit. With heavier burdens weighing on our minds even today (see: the cost-of-living crisis), functionality is often the biggest draw when choosing what to wear each day

“People have been rethinking their relationship with clothing, which means more time being spent organizing, declutterring, and learning how to create a streamlined wardrobe,” says personal stylist Eunice Abe. Donating, selling, swapping or gifting items which no longer fit into your life is a great way to save them from landfill but the aim isn’t to mindlessly purge your wardrobe and start anew. It’s about whittling it down to a selection of thought-out pieces which will help you to resist the pull of passing trends. “Building a capsule wardrobe made up of core items not only helps me shop less and rewear my pieces over and over again,” Eunice says, “but also to not shop impulsively for the ‘next best thing’ to wear.”

At the core of a capsule wardrobe is the idea that its contents transcend passing trends but of course it will mean different things to different people. If monochrome and minimalism isn’t your flavor, a capsule wardrobe bursting with print and color is just as valuable — so long as each piece can be worn in multiple ways. Fine-tune your wardrobe so that you’re wearing what you own as much as possible, so that each piece stands the test of time and serves a functional but joyful purpose in your life. What it looks like is up to you. 

Below, we’ve found the best pieces for a traditional capsule wardrobe, from summer-ready sandals to Breton striped tees.

Capsule Closet Must-Have:

Breton Tee

The Brittany-born striped top has been synonymous with timelessness ever since Coco Chanel turned the fisherman’s staple into a fashion favorite. Our preferred marinière tees are by Kule or Sézane, but there are heaps of other brands to choose from. Tuck into tailored trousers or denim and top off with black lace-up shoes or white sneakers.

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Kule The Malibu, $108.00, available at KULE

Nikki’s Guide to Miami

In the winter months, Nikki splits her time between Miami and NYC. Miami is a change of pace for Nikki, a New Yorker born and raised. It has an entirely different vibe regarding fashion and culture. So, she has found her favorite spots and ways to stay inspired. If you find yourself in Miami this winter–and we hope you do for the sake of your fingertips–you’ll want to check out these places. Pack a bag; we’re heading to Miami ☀️

The first order of business is where to eat. Getting dressed and heading out for a good meal is a regular activity. Just deciding where to eat is an activity in itself.

Nikki Kule guide to Miami dinner looks
Look 1: Auralee jacket (another option here), Toteme pants, Stella McCartney shirt, Isabel Marant shoes
Look 2: Maria McManus pants and shirt, KULE Blythe sweater around shoulders, Isabel Marant shoes, YSL bag
Look 3: KULE Ribbed Lenny Tank, Miu Miu cardigan (another option here and here), Michael Kors pants (another option here), The Row bag, Le Monde Beryl shoes

One of Nikki’s favorite places is La Natural, which she says has the best vibe and food (especially the sourdough pizza and Japanese sweet potatoes). The owner, Javier Ramirez, is also incredibly welcoming and Nikki loved listening to his take on Miami food, and the chef, Diego Moya, just so happens to be from New York City. Fingers crossed for more locations 🤞.

Next, The Surf Club a Thomas Keller restaurant at The Four Seasons, a fun place with the best bar in Miami and the most elegant dining room experience. It’s also great for people watching. Any number of Nikki’s mirror selfies will be pre-Surf Club while waiting for the rest of her party to be ready (Ken) 😉. It has fantastic food and cocktails. She recommends the Surf Side Fizz.

Another Miami gem is Boia De, a small strip mall restaurant with unique modern Italian-influenced dishes. She particularly loved the pasta (before she became pretty much GF). This place is hard to get a table at, but it hits the top of the list if you can. Try their sister restaurant, Walrus Rodeo, in the same strip mall.

Other great places to visit are Macchialina (great authentic Italian in a cute little dimly lit space) and Mandolin (fresh Greek food in a beautiful outdoor garden), both super popular places where you may run into another New Yorker.

As for what to do in Miami, Nikki’s love of keeping busy and her interests in art and design have led her to find some great things and places to visit. Getting dressed for your day activities is also half the fun 🤪. She is not your typical Miami dresser — no cutouts here!

Riding a Citi Bike from Surf Side to South Beach and back is a great way to see Miami and work off that pasta 🍝 also, so you can spend the rest of your day at the beach in a swimsuit.

She also recommends visiting the Nina Johnson Gallery. She says it has the best exhibits of emerging and established artists. A couple of months ago, she saw a show of Katie Stout’s work, which are whimsical but intricate sculptures with baroque elements. Another great gallery to visit is Spinello Projects, a contemporary art gallery owned by Anthony Spinello, who is lovely himself.

The Rubell Museum also shows great curations of art. The private museum was founded in 2019 during Art Basel by longtime collectors and Miami residents Don and Mera Rubell. It’s a modern, airy space with many galleries, so you’ll want to spend an entire day here.

It’s hard to compete with New York, but Nikki has found a few gems for shopping in Miami.

Nikki recently visited the new Éliou store in Miami Beach, where she met founders Duda Teixeira & Cristina Mantilla. They have great style, and their brand lives up to that with great jewelry and accessories, all handmade on the premises (right behind the store). All the clothes are made in Brazil from dead stock fabrics and hand-crocheted by family members! Nikki fell in love with these silver rings, stacked.

Nikki also has an affinity for interior design and recommends visiting Casa de Barcelona, a store with curated vintage furniture in customized designer fabrics and art and sculptures. Nikki says the mid-century pieces are perfect for quintessential Miami design.

And we would be remiss to not mention the Webster store in South Beach. This original store location opened in 2009 in a huge historic hotel designed by Henry Hohauser. This three-story multi-brand luxury store in Miami Beach’s Art Deco district is a good visit whether you’re going to buy or just try on. You’ll always find brands there that you can’t find anywhere else.

Nikki’s wearing Éliou stacked silver Amaya rings
Images via Eliou and Casa de Barcelona Instagram

And now… back to New York.