Three words come to mind when most people think of New York City summers: hazy, hot, and humid. Not me! The three words that I think of before leaving my apartment on a steamy summer day are: freezing subway cars. No matter how hot it is outside, I always need a sweater to relieve my goose-bumped skin as I ride the train, but it has to be light enough to throw in my bag and not weigh me down while walking the crowded, sticky sidewalks.

So I’m calling out the INHABIT basic cotton cardigan as the perfect solution to my commuting woes. The extra long sleeves and button-up closure are just an added bonus. For those of you not subjected to New York City subway car temperatures, the INHABIT cotton cardigan can be the perfect solution for cold offices, breezy summer nights, even the freezer section at supermarkets. Its versatility has no bounds. The best part is, this cardigan is a perfect layering piece when it comes time to break out the cashmere for winter!

Men are more aware of fashion; they’re not afraid of it.

- Calvin Klein

INHABIT was recently featured in Lucky Magazine’s Style Spy section of their May ’09 issue. I love the way they styled the model by pairing the INHABIT sheer cashmere-blend tank with a cotton mini, mesh leggings and platforms. A look that can be paired with or without a light jacket to survive springs unpredictable weather changes.

When one has a style of one’s own, it is always twenty times better.

- Margaret Oliphant

Today, I discovered the fashion blog for the NY Post which host pictures taken directly from the streets of NYC that highlight everyday fashionable people. Natalie Decleve, who does branding and marketing for Kiki de Montparnasse, was featured yesterday looking chic and stylish in the city. I love how she styled an INHABIT cashmere sweater over a Mara Hoffman dress while accessorizing with a chunky BCBG ring and a few vintage necklaces.

Personally, I find much fashion inspiration through observation of individual style. While I do love to pull looks from magazines for my own personal look, I am also a huge fan of the trendsetting people who pass me each day. I love how five different people could wear the same piece but each is styled to the individual’s preference making each look entirely unique.

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