Dress like your favorite piece of art

We love being in the East Village—and lifting up our nearby neighbors. We can start the day with a cup of coffee at Dreiberge , swing by Clyde's Fine Diner for lunch and finish the day with a drink at Peace Tree. Beyond the food and drink scene, there are beautiful clothing shops within a few blocks here—Dornink Couture, Velvet Coat, Aimee and so many more. For a fun idea this spring season, we're thinking about how we can dress like our favorite pieces of art here at the gallery! So, I've picked just three art pieces I love and three stores that I'm positive I could find an ensemble that makes me feel like I've walked right out of the painting myself.

Untitled (Eucalyptus) by Taelor Fisher is one of my favorite pieces—of the moment. The soft, subtle colors and exuberant, lively shapes make for a really visually interesting work of art! The shop that I recently chose to pair with it reflects that feeling to a tee. Preservationis a gorgeous little shop in the East Village filled with both vintage and new staple fashion. They excel in simple staples for your closet that have a trendy flare and a timeless aire. It was hard to choose just one outfit from these gals! These effortless accessories with a fun pair of repaired military trousers, basic white tennies and a funky top completely mimic the piece. The neutral colors beautifully represent the calming nature of the piece and the feeling of foliage that Taelor subtly embodies.

Kevin Brent Morris’ Acinaces Laceratus on Magnolia Blossoms is another one of my favorites. The use of exquisite blooms and jaw-droppingly intricate bugs is an instant show stopper. MARNeis a boutique that supports brands that really put thought and effort into what they are making. Everything in store is fairtrade and vegan. I chose bright gold accessories to mock the elaborate framing Morris is so known for and does a particularly fantastic job with on this piece. These pieces are strong and bold, but not so very much that they distract from the gorgeous, floral print.

Olivia Valentine is an amazing artist that works in multimedia; embroidery, photography and memories. The local shop I chose to pair with her is Fontenelle Supply Co. Fontenelle is a Midwestern-born gang that has a high appreciation for the American Heritage and American-made goods. The olive chinos and striped, short sleeved button-down pull from the green thread Olivia uses. The base outfit is fashion forward, but also is ready for adventure at any moment. The belt, shoes, and mug are a waxed, natural leather, to reflect the outdoorsy nature of the piece. The paired jacket is the color of the bright, autumn field and Olivia Valentine is local herself so including their DSM hat was a no-brainer. Many of her back pieces have essences of home—no matter how far they go, no matter how far she goes, she will always hold a bit of home.