Coach just launched their Fall/Winter 2013 campaign with their theme "Coach New York Stories". The theme features models Karlie Kloss and Liu Wen in a refreshing personal take on each model's life in the Big Apple. (For the world of Coach men, there's model Will Chalker.)
I'm particularly excited to see the rise of Chinese model Liu Wen in a top American campaign (She's also one of the Estee Lauder gals.) To see an Asian model with such natural beauty in a big campaign such as this, is a wonderful reflection of our diverse culture in the U.S. Not many big fashion brands do this, so thanks Coach!
Follow #CoachNewYorkStories to find out more.
Watch the videos below for a Friday + weekend treat:
Q&A with Karlie Kloss
1. What do you love the most about New York?
One of the greatest things about living here is that you never know what the day holds…or where it will take you.
2. What is your favorite place in New York?
The West Village is home to all of my favorite things. It feels like this little town in the heart of this huge city. There are so many great things to love. It is incredible how many people come together here, yet we all share the same backyard.
3. How does it feel to be part of Coach’s Fall/Winter 2013 ad campaign?
Growing up in St. Louis, everyone knew the name Coach – the iconic New York brand. And now that I call New York my home, I have a special connection to this brand that I grew up with. It’s so wonderful to be part of all of this.
4. How would you describe your style?
It’s the little things that can mean the most. This is my style – things that are simple, timeless, genuine.
5. What is your favorite bag from the Fall/Winter 2013 collection?
During the day, I love to carry the Borough Bag, while the Urbane Crossbody Bag has been my go-to for evenings out in the city.
6. What is your favorite lifestyle piece from the Fall/Winter 2013 collection?
The cape is going to be the perfect fall accessory for me - instant drama and foolproof warmth.
Shop Karlie's Lookbook on Coach.com.
1. What do you think makes New York so iconic?
When I was growing up, New York was the one place I always wanted to discover. I would watch the King Kong movie and imagine myself standing at the top of the Empire State Building overseeing this great city. Since then, I became a model and started traveling to New York on a regular basis; I discovered the city was everything and more!
2. What is your favorite place in New York?
The best part about the city is all the contrasts. Each of its many neighborhoods and boroughs have great personality: uptown, downtown, the upper east side, the upper west side, Chelsea, the West Village, the city, the beach…I can’t possibly choose one favorite place because the city in its entirety is what I enjoy.
3. What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?
I have found so many great places in New York. There’s my favorite tea shop on the Lower East Side. I also love that there is a museum for everything – my favorite ones to visit are the Museum of Modern Art and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. And there is nowhere else like Coney Island – it is like being in a fairytale.
4. How does it feel to be part of Coach’s Fall/Winter 2013 ad campaign?
I am so excited to be working with Coach, an iconic American brand that offers not only amazing leather products but also great style! Coach embodies the effortless New York City style that I have come to love and adopt.
5. How would you describe your style?
I like to think of it as a little feminine with a touch of tomboy.
6. What is your favorite bag from the Fall/Winter 2013 collection?
I am currently obsessing over the Mini Borough Bag in Oxblood. I’ve been wearing it all over New York.
7. What is your favorite lifestyle piece from the Fall/Winter 2013 collection?
The Leather Tunic is a great staple for any wardrobe.
Shop Liu's Lookbook on Coach.com.
Note: Q&A and photos courtesy of Coach.
