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by pomp and circumstance.” So, she
explains: “It’s allowed me to cultivate a
business in what could be perceived as
a superficial industry,” while maintaining
her “heart and soul” throughout.
So where does Russo dig for sartorial
treasures? As far as Queens shops go,
Lockwood in Astoria is a must. “They’ve
upped their style game lately,” Russo
observed. She’s been able to find pieces
that are “higher quality while keeping
with a reasonable price point.” She’s
found “awesome, standout pieces” at
Buffalo Exchange. She cites mimi&mo
as a prime Long Island City spot, but
admits that her favorite way to work is
consignment shopping, as “the hunt is
really exciting.” Her signature is mixing
low-end staples with higher-quality
pieces for a polished look overall.
“That’s what I love about Queens,” she
mused. She loves those “sleeper hits
where you can make a killing.”
She spreads her message further on
her Instagram (@lets_get_you) and blog
(letsgetyou.com), and she has some
forthcoming educational resources that
can help you “dress smart-casual in this
ever-changing landscape.”
“What I do is really about empowering
and shining a light on people and who
they are,” Russo said.
Photos by Bruce Rathakone