New York Fashion Week essentials: 12 badass items to arm you in style

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As the stylish set heads back into the trenches for the latest round of fashion week, it seems fitting that we arm ourselves with one of this season’s hottest trends: utility. From Alexander Wang’s pocket-heavy coats to Balenciaga’s zippered dresses, military-inspired functionality was huge on the runways. Here we break down the trend with 12 essential pieces to help you through New York Fashion Week in bad ass style.

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New York Fashion Week Essentials

Alexander Wang Fall 2014