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giant statement necklace. A blazer on top, open-toed heels, and a fuzzy beanie hat finished the look. “It was a fun one. Not warm, not practical, but fun.” She proved that New York will have some friendly competition. “It always feels exhilarating and empowering to defy expectations [of Wisconsin]. Anyone who's ever done something they've been told they couldn't do knows that.”

It would be an understatement to say New York Fashion Week was an eye opener for Gabrielle. “I became more certain every day that [fashion] is what I want to pursue and New York is where I'd like to be.” Whether forging new frontier for the name of fashion, or just wearing what she loves—and looking amazing doing it—this blogger is going places. But for now, Gabrielle will continue to keep the Sconnies looking sharp.

“So obviously this season we'll be very focused on practicality. #nope”

Styled and

Photographed by

Isabel Seidel

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