Supported by
Life as a Runway
What 8 Shoppers Wore to the Freezing Market in Union Square
The forecast called for a high of 8 degrees on Saturday, but that didn’t stop some shoppers from hitting the Union Square Greenmarket, where five brave vendors had set up shop in the icy, wind-battered park. While many New Yorkers were no doubt waiting for FreshDirect deliveries in their pajamas, others insisted on foraging for farm-fresh produce themselves. Here’s what they wore to make the trek more bearable.
Lonzo Harrison
Age: 22
How many layers are you wearing?
Three. I got a tank top and shirt and a sweater and a jacket.
That’s four. Everyone else here just dressed for warmth. You have a color scheme.
My brother taught me about color coordination. I used to just put on everything. He’d be like, “You’re crazy. You’re not going to get any attention like that.”
Where are your cargo pants from?
Ralph Lauren.
And on your feet?
The LeBrons. I have over 150 pairs of sneakers.
That’s madness.
I collect. Some I just leave there, if I want to sell them.
Jessica Castro
Occupation: social media and front desk at YogaSpark in TriBeCa
Age: 23
Now that’s a coat.
I got this at a vintage store in Brooklyn.
What kind of fur is it?
I don’t think that it’s real.
Right. But what’s it supposed to be?
I think they said snow leopard. It’s supposed to be from the ’80s.
What’s the look you’re going for?
Staying warm.
What’s on your feet?
Sorel Boots.
Tom Kusturin
Occupation: model and artist
Age: 21
You look put together.
This is my cruising outfit, just my comfy stuff that’s going to get me through the day because I’m not feeling good.
What’s wrong?
I came down with a huge cold. It’s minus degrees out here. We’re in the negatives.
What’s your strategy to stay warm?
Layering.
How do you keep your legs warm?
I’ve got my thick socks on and my all-purpose jeans.
You look like you’ve had those boots forever.
I’m an artist and these are my studio boots. They get me through the tough times.
Big feet.
They’re pretty big. Size 12.
Kate Buchser
Occupation: sales coordinator at a textiles company
Age: 23
You have a whole look going on.
I dressed for the weather: leggings, very thick jeans, followed by a couple of turtlenecks, a very long sweater-robe and this really great denim jacket I got for Christmas from my mom, from Aritzia.
Your ankles are bare!
I forgot to do laundry.
What about your big bag?
This is from the company I work for, Maharam. It’s called the Three Bag. It’s huge. It fits everything.
And you have a backpack. With a sash on it.
A little ribbon.
And on your hands?
Fingerless gloves.
So you can text.
Exactly.
Mandy Lim
Occupation: business consultant
Age: 38
You might be the only person out on a bicycle today.
Me and some delivery guys.
You’re really getting your money’s worth for your CitiBike membership.
Yeah.
How does one dress to bike in this weather?
Double pants. Double gloves.
What kind of pants are you wearing underneath?
Leggings.
What gets particularly cold biking around?
Your thumbs. And your toes.
What are you getting at the market today?
Some cider.
You must really like cider.
And I was out doing my errands.
Joel Kier
Occupation: chief executive of the Kier Group, a real estate company
Age: 54
I like your hat.
It was a gift from someone who really wanted to keep me warm.
And are your cords keeping you warm?
You have to have the cords. Jeans don’t do it.
Are you wearing long underwear?
I’m not, but I’m feeling it might be needed. I’ll pull my ski silks out if we need to go there.
Your boots look rubber, which is not that warm.
These are French, Chamonix, hunting boots. Critical.
What did you buy today?
The market has drastically shrunk. I got fresh eggs and butter.
What’s your dog’s name?
Simba.
That’s more of a cat name.
Yes, well, he has that king-of-the-beasts look.
Catrina Harding
Occupation: bank executive
Age: 45
Your hat looks so thick, it could be bulletproof.
This is incredibly warm. I bought it two years ago from Intermix.
That’s quite a coat.
It’s the warmest thing I have in my closet. It’s Chanel.
Is it doing its job?
It’s warmer than even down goose coats.
And you have fur on your boots. Are they lined with fur on the inside too?
Yes. These are Louboutins.
And are you here shopping for food?
I’m getting a facial around the corner.
That is dedication.
Yes. I took a taxi down.
Agnes Thomsen
Occupation: Student
Age: 12
What are you wearing on your head?
An elephant hat.
You look nothing like an elephant.
This is what robbers wear in Denmark when they go to rob a bank.
Where did you get your snowsuit?
At home: Copenhagen.
It looks highly functional.
There’s holes so it can ventilate, for when you go inside, and pockets for your phone.
What do you call a get-up like this?
Flyverdragt. It means “snowsuit.”
Advertisement