Democratic Fashion : The Look-book of Your Neighborhood

The idea behind the street fashion blog (while not new) is a revolutionary one.  The democratic position of street fashion blogs plucks style from the hands of a select, well-funded few and returns it to those it most affects: the people.  In this world trends and style are driven by the cool girl on 14th street who shops vintage rather than the Park Avenue label slave.  The equal opportunity lens of the street fashion blogger honors each alike, provided the outfit is well-curated and beautiful.

image source lookbook.nu

Of course, not every street fashion blog is relevant to a more rebellious ilk.  While popular blog The Satorialist may strike some as edgy, to those who are comfortable with pushing the envelope it’s about as inspiring a read as an Ann Taylor catalog.

Luckily, not all street fashion blogs are created equal.  Sometimes it’s about documenting the right city.  Other times it’s simply about getting the right viewer.

While not strictly a “street fashion” blog in the sense that it is photographed by a casual observer, Lookbook.nu has some delicious offerings from a mostly-younger and adventurous crowd.  While some looks play in that dangerous minefield that borders on hipsterdom, others pull off a look that is a beautiful blend of high fashion and alternative ilk.

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