Urban Weeds: Street Style from Portland Oregon: 2011

Rachel on SE Ladd Portland Oregon

I like nice details and fabrics, I collect 40's and 50's clothing.

Rachel Denny, sculptor

dress: vintage 40's

shoes: vintage 40's

cardigan: vintage 50's

bag: Morelle

by Lisa Warninger

Andi on NE Alberta Portland Oregon

I like to mix textures, heavy with light fabrics, soft with hard. My base for my outfit is usually denim.

Andi, Editorial Director of Bitch Magazine

scarf: mother's

jacket: Mossimo

sweater: thrifted

shirt: thrifted

necklace: All Saints

skirt: Stuart & Brown

boots: thrifted

bag: Liebeskind

by Lisa Warninger

Karen on Mississippi, Portland Oregon

I like classy, bohemian, well-made, comfortable pieces. They must fit well and work with my body.

Karen, owner of Prasad

scarf: had forever

sweater: thrifted

tank: Bark Decor

jeans: Levis thrifted

boots: Born

bag: Samsonite thrifted

jewelry: acquired during travels

by Lisa Warninger

Sarah at the Portland Bazaar, Portland Oregon

Fun and comfort.

Sarah, owner YO VINTAGE!

Jacket: Top Shop
Dress: Ebay
Tights: H&M
Shoes: TBA from Solestruck

Necklaces: AK Vintage & Kenneth Lane
Cardigan: Paul Smith, borrowed from husband

by Lisa Warninger

Sahlia on SE 11th Portland Oregon

I like to invest in in well made basics then pile on the accessories to change it up. I like contrast in a look, a little bit of edge with a little bit of femme, or to mix rustic pieces with some that are more polished. My favorite looks are the ones that keep it breezy but look totally put together at the same time.

Sahlia, owner designer of Sahlia

scarf: Lizard Lounge

tank: Charles & Victoria

blazer: Talula

leggings: Luna

boots: Born

necklace: Sahlia

bracelets: Sahlia

watch: Nixon

by Lisa Warninger

Ashley at the Portland Bazaar

I like to try new things every day - I like to wear the same things in different ways. It's all about styling.

Ashley, Print Technician for Nordstrom

Hat: Poler (bought at Portland Bazaar)
Jacket: Laundry by Shelli Segal
Bag: Vintage Brookly NY
Gloves: Nordstrom
Jeans: Mother Denim
Boots: Cynthia Vincent

by Lisa Warninger

Betsy in alley Portland Oregon

My style is a fusion of tomboy and woman. I'm all about the accessories.

Betsy, jewelry designer owner Betsy & Iya

dress: Uzi

sweater: thrifted

leggings: Nordstrom

bangle: mom's

watch: Nixon

earrings: Betsy & Iya Waterfall

shoes: Kenneth Cole

by Lisa Warninger

Schouvi on SE 9th Portland Oregon

I love gingers and Cyndi Lauper.

Schouvi, hairstylist

jacket: Dickies

hoodie: H&M

t-shirt: band shirt

skirt: self made

boots: Frye

bandana: vintage

by Lisa Warninger

Jill on SW Yamhill Portland Oregon

I have this french foreign legion kind of fantasy. I like the idea of being able to run off and have an adventure at anytime, but also be the chicest person there. I like my clothing to be pared down with a big splash of style.

Jill, writer and producer

scarf: Lemlem

shirt: Michael Stars

cardigan: Vince

jeans: J Brand

shoes: Fiorentini & Baker

bag: Prada

by Lisa Warninger

Jenna on NE Failing Portland Oregon

I love boots, courderoy, denim, leather... I love simple cuts. I'm inspired by my mother.

Jenna, co-author Unhappy Hipsters

dress: Land's End Canvas

scarf: H&M

tights: H&M

shoes: Joes

bag: Tignanello

by Lisa Warninger

Molly on NE Cleveland Portland Oregon

I like to wear dresses. I invest in a few key unique pieces. I'm inspired by my mother who mixed utilitarian with bohemian to aplomb.

Molly Jane Quinn, co-author of Unhappy Hipsters

dress: Weston Wear

belt: J. Crew

tights: Fred Meyer

shoes: Beverly Feldman

bag: Elliott Lucca

bracelets and necklace: custom made from Molly's dad's signet and class rings

by Lisa Warninger

Sam on SW Ankeny Portland Oregon

My rules are: 1) wear what works with my body type; shake what your mama gave you. 2) Don't over think it.

Sam, hairstylist

sunglasses: Marc Jacobs

scarf: mom's

sweater: mom's

jacket: thrifted

belt: thrifted

jeans: thrifted Jordache

boots: Frye

bag: Pendleton

ring: Jeanine Payer

published on Elle

by Lisa Warninger

David on SW Stark Portland Oregon

I like details and the history and nostalgia of men's fashion. I take pleasure in getting dressed nicely and the ritual of it. I take the time to choose pieces, I like to think of getting dressed as an art form.

David, student

hat: found on the street

jacket: Nautica

pants: American Apparel

shirt: Calvin Klein

handkerchief: thrifted

tie: thrifted

pocket watch: yard sale

shoes: Johnson & Murphy's

bag: thrifted

tie clip: thrifted

by Lisa Warninger

Becca in the Park Blocks, Portland Oregon

I like simple cotton pieces and everything has to be machine washable. I wanna be a hot mama - no mom jeans here!

Becca, stay at home mom

scarf: H&M

belt: Urban Outfitters

sweater: Urban Outfitters

dress: American Apparel

purse: Target

leggings: Lululemon

boots: Frye

published on Elle

by Lisa Warninger

Cecilia on SW 5th Portland Oregon

My style aims to be a balance of opposites, but always feminine. I try to add an element that is edgy or eclectic to pair with something expected or every day. Oh, and it has to all look right with my hair.

Cecilia, design manager at Big Giant

sweater: Lumière

dress: BCBGMAXAZRIA

coat: J. Crew

heels: Circa Joan & David

necklace: Sahlia Jewelry

rings: Thrifted

earrings: Nordstrom Rack

bracelet: vintage, gift from best friend

bag: Property Of

published on Elle

by Lisa Warninger

Michael on NW 3rd Portland Oregon

My style is wabi sabi.

Michael, marketing and buyer for Tanner Goods and Woodlands

shirt: 45 RPM

shirt: Gitman Vintage

shorts: Wings + Horns

shoes: Quoddy

sunglasses: fake Wayfarers

by Lisa Warninger

Lindsey on NW 10th Portland Oregon

I love to mix patterns and textures. I always look for something that can be used in multiple ways.

Lindsey, hair stylist at Amore

dress: thrifted

shirt: thrifted

stockings: H&M

shoes: gift

belt: thrifted

necklace: gift

lipstick: Aveda

published on Elle

by Lisa Warninger

Alex in the Park Blocks Portland Oregon

My style is classic and girly; my grandma always approves of what I'm wearing.

Alex, design student

top: Betsey Johnson

skirt: J. Crew

shoes: Aerosoles

glasses: Versus

bag: Coach

published on Elle

by Lisa Warninger

Annie on Mississippi St. Portland Oregon

I wear a lot of thrifted pieces I like to be comfortable and then add a bit of pizazz.

Annie, Americorps Vista

cardigan: Annie's Catholic High School uniform

shirt: gift

pin: grandmother's

jeans: naked lady party

belt: thrifted

ring: naked lady party

boots: LL Bean

socks: Target

by Lisa Warninger

Corbin in the Park Blocks Portland Oregon

I like to have interesting pieces, that I can layer together. I never want to be so set in a style that I can't play and wear what I want.

Corbin graphic design student at Portland State

croptop: Aritzia

hoodie: Free People

blazer: Free People

jeans: American Apparel

shoes: Swedish Hasbeens

necklace: made by Corbin

bracelets: gifts from friends

backpack: hand me down

published on Elle

by Lisa Warninger

Allison on SW 5th Portland Oregon

My style is whimsical, my dress is inspired by the projects I'm working on.

Allison, graphic design student at Portland State

dress: thrifted

belt: thrifted

tights: Merona

shoes: Jessica Simpson

backpack: Fjallraven Kanken

lipstick: Nix Femme

published on Elle.com

by Lisa Warninger

Patrick on SW Stark Portland Oregon

I'm really drawn to vintage. It's just a free-for-all. I'm always varying between different styles, but like classic with a modern twist.

Patrick barista & student

glasses: vintage

blazer: vintage

shirt: H&M

tie: thrifted

vest: Forever 21

jeans: Levis

shoes: Sperry Topsider

by Lisa Warninger

Katie on NW Everett Portland Oregon

Don't pay full price, be creative, take your time, and dress nice. I try to dress sunny.

Katie, executive assistant at W+K

dress: Matix

button-up: Paperboy

scarf: World Market

jeans: Joe's Jeans

shoes: Jeffrey Campbell

bracelets: PacSun

rings: from Hawaii

necklace: thrifted

shot for Elle

by Lisa Warninger

Khathy at Pioneer Square

I like playing with obscure silhouettes. I like a challenge in the morning - picking one item and then building my outfit around it. I like unconventional pieces, even if it's difficult to work into my wardrobe.

Khathy, works at Marios