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The military trend is no foe to fashion: This classic style regularly leads the charge on runways across the globe. We set our sights a little higher, drawing inspiration from the slick flyboys and glamorous pin-up gals of the ’40s and ’50s. Take flight this fall with these aviator-inspired outfits.
Photographs: Chris Ware of Chris Ware Photography
Makeup: Tara Pellegrino
Hair: Marianne Mancino
Models: Karalyn West and Kenneth Lyons of Bella Agency, New York
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Flight Plan
Utilize luxurious materials like shearling, leather, and suede to create a sophisticated outfit. Make a short dress autumn-appropriate by layering it with longer coats, thigh-high socks and boots; the sky’s the limit when experimenting with hemlines
On him, from Harriman Clothing Company:
Schott NYC WWII B3 sheepskin bomber jacket $559.99 Carhartt khaki chino $40 Rothco white thermal $12 Woolrich “Rock Pass” flannel shirt $39 Garrison leather belt $18.99 Red Wing oil-tanned leather boots $189.99
On her, from No Sugar Boutique:
Improvd black zippered jacket $325 Frenzii long-sleeved gray dress $45 Bloom Boom Boom gray thigh-high socks $20 Apepazza suede thigh-high boots $299.95
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Top Gun
Feel the need for speed? Leave others in the dust with curve-hugging jeans and a chic structured trench. Flirty ruffles soften the look
From Harriman Clothing Company:
KUT olive trench with brass buttons $79.99 Levi’s curvy skinny jeans in dark wash $42 Sandra Ingrish white ruffle blouse $69 Nicole Lee brass grommet scalloped belt $36
From Sole Mates Shoes:
Matisse “Tasha” black knee-high boots $210
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Full Metal Jacket
All’s fair in love and war. Knock ’em dead with an unexpected lace dress under a tough military coat — complete with patches and spikes for extra glam
From Next Boutique:
Raw 7 military green cargo jacket $252 Nicole Miller black lace dress $385 Patterson J. Kincaid black/gold studded belt (call for price) Next Jewelry asymmetrical gold ring $15
From Sole Mates Shoes:
Matisse “Rockstar” cranberry patent heels $109
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The Aviator
Stick to smaller, more flattering patterns in olive and navy for a modern spin on camo. Tuck jeggings — the latest pants trend — into boots and top with funky geometric jewelry for an easy-to-wear ensemble
From DIG Boutique:
Lilla P printed ruffle shirt $122 Adriano Goldschmeid dark blue jeggings $128 Serena bubble sterling silver necklace $150 and earrings $95
From Pegasus Footwear:
Merrell “Tetra Launch” boots in cherry brown $149
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Shock and Awe
Rein in wild furs — this year’s must-have material — with a chain belt cinched at the waist. A tailored peacoat and lace-up boots help dress up his favorite jeans-and-sweater combo
On her, from Next Boutique:
La Rok “Rok My World” vest $344 BB Dakota dress in taupe $66 Suzi Roher gold chain belt $250 Next Jewelry gold/black pendant $15 Next Jewelry gold cuff with crystal and chain embellishments $23 Next Jewelry gold/white two-finger ring $15
From Sole Mates Shoes:
Beverly Feldman “Ideal” brown suede booties $185
On him, from Harriman Clothing Company:
Schott NYC Classic 32 Oz. Melton wool naval peacoat with military anchor buttons $189.99 Levi’s 514 straight jean in dark vintage $39.99 Rothco GI style commando rib knit sweater with khaki elbow/shoulder patches $39.99 Rothco aviator sunglasses $14.99 Corcoran black leather field boot $129.99
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The A-Team
Fun patterns like polka dot and plaid add a little flair to otherwise conventional knits. Want to rock the sheer trend without baring it all? Layer a nude-colored top underneath
On her, from Elizabeth Boutique:
Tulle cropped military jacket in tea stain $65 Tulle polka dot sheer peasant blouse $48 Free People 5-pocket taupe corduroy jean $68 Snug camisole tank-top in pebble $34 Soussan Design studded double-wrap belt $50 Nakomal Design gold hoop earrings $45 Pietro Alessandro cross-body bag in olive/brown $132
From Sole Mates Shoes:
Le Due “Anastacia” chestnut patent pumps with bow detail $199
On him, from Harriman Clothing Company:
Rothco vintage mechanics sweater in khaki $49.99 Woolrich plaid oxbow bend flannel shirt $42 Rothco vintage 8-pocket paratrooper pant $39.99 Corcoran black leather field boot $129.99
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On Target
Jazz up neutrals with metallic flourishes, like engraved buttons and zippered accents. Ruched fabric and patterned hose contribute texture; use a bold accessory — like a bright scarf — for a pop of color
On her, from Elizabeth Boutique:
Tulle belted coat in Pacific blue $115 Press gray crewneck dress with yoke detail $62 Spanx black herringbone tights $28 Melie Bianco gray flower clutch $58 Ficcare black two-arch headband $46 Cara Lyndon black flower stud earrings $24
From Sole Mates Shoes:
Mariana Luann gray suede pumps with bow $159
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Our Location: Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome
Founded in the 1960s by renowned aviator James Henry “Cole” Palen — whose famous catchphrase was “No problem, it’ll fly” — the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome is touted as America’s original living museum of antique aircraft. It also boasts one of the world’s largest collections of planes, featuring a Wright Flyer and Ryan NYP (New York to Paris), a reproduction of Charles Lindbergh’s Spirit of St. Louis.
The museum displays more than 85 antique engines and ground vehicles, including Ford Model T cars and a Renault tank.
Today, the Aerodrome regularly hosts airplane rides, air shows, and other family-friendly events. Look out for Model Airplane Weekend (Sept. 11-12) and Women Fly Weekend (Sept. 18-19) this month.
For more information, call 845-752-3200 or visit www.oldrhinebeck.org
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- Photographer Chris Ware shows his tests shots to model Karalyn while our assistant editors, Melissa Esposito and Jessica Friedlander, pin back Ken’s jacket
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- The wind gives an impromptu lift to Karalyn’s hair as she steps out of the Model T
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- One of the Aerodrome’s pilots preps for takeoff on the runway right next to our shot
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- Off he goes!
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- Our makeup artist, Tara Pellegrino, does some retouching while Karalyn keeps an eye on the plane
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- The plane comes in for a landing right behind our shot. A perfect execution!
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- Our gorgeous model pops a pose
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- Excavation time: HV Mag Creative Director Bob Supina and photographer Chris Ware work with the landscape to obtain the perfect shot
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- A little height helps get Karalyn’s pretty shoes off the grass — and into the camera’s view
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- Assistant Editor Jessica Friedlander and photographer Chris Ware discuss possible poses next to the Morane Saulnier — one of our crew’s favorite planes
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- Fixing Karalyn’s belt
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- Va-va-voom! Karalyn channels her inner pin-up girl as Chris snaps away
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- Wearing the belt as a wrap-around bracelet; many of our accessories did double duty
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- Across the field for our next shot. Sweet 1950s motorbike (with a sidecar)!
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- Karalyn having some fun between shots
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- It’s a plane!
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- Chris works with a different angle
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- Jess models the latest in aviator fashion
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- The winning pose
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- We couldn’t leave the Ural motorcycle until we got a photo of our model on it!
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- Makeup artist Tara Pellegrino and hair stylist Marianne Mancino do some touchups to Karalyn, who keeps it cool in the shade
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- Our next shot: The Vieux Charles Spad VII plane
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- Karalyn shows off some stylin’ boots!
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- Ken gets friendly with Trudy Truelove during a quick break between shots
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- Kudos to our incredible models who braved the 90-degree sun while wearing leather, furs, tons of makeup, and very heavy layers!
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- Bob keeps the sun off our models as Chris discusses the next shot
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- Watch out — Chris has our fashionable “fighter pilots” in his crosshairs!
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- Ken shouldered this heavy leather bomber jacket like a trooper. It’s definitely any man’s must-have for a chilly fall day in the Valley
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- A million thanks to the Aerodrome staff for being so accommodating and super fun to work with! For these fine folks, the sky is truly the limit
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- Karalyn and Ken work their magic on the Liberty V-12 engine
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- What jokesters!
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- Ken wants YOU for U.S. Army!
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- Ready for takeoff. A job well done!
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