Yehjong S. is the proprietor of Tropical Gangsters, a small boutique on Thames Street in Newport, R.I. Can you believe she's 50? She's rocking:
+ jacket: Just In Time (J.I.T.)
+ jeans: Zio (bootleg, darkwash)
+ shoes: sling-back pumps by NANA
+ top: Three tanks: two by Arella, one by Glam.
+ necklace: Zad
Q. How long have you lived in Newport?
A. My husband Steve and I moved up here 27 years ago. We met at Studio 54. I worked the door and Steve was one of the first people to merchandise used clothing to department stores. We connected right away, fell in love with Newport, and never left.
Q. What look best epitomizes Newport?
A. Topsiders, no socks.
Q. It's chilly here! What do you plan to wear when it warms up?
A. Pedal-pushers and cammies.
Q. With Topsiders?
A. No, heels. Always heels.
Comments
Yehjong looks as elegant as she did thirty years ago. At the door at Studio 54, she was always stunning - and professional. It was great to see what she's been up to - thank you for the profile.
Scott Nilsson - Atlanta, GA
(then, "Scott Bitterman" - adoptive name)
http://2nilssons.com
http://myspace.com/2nilssons
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Posted by: Scott Nilsson (Bitterman) at April 13, 2007 1:22 PM