Upper East Side Stylist

Cool city girls toughen up the pretty trend with dark accessories, leather and a whole lotta New York 'tude.

Give a pretty slip dress an edge with rock 'n' roll pieces - a leather biker jacket and shades will always do the trick.

Joanna Hillman from US Harper's Bazaar de-cutesified her pink fur jacket with a chunky pair of boots and no-nonsense handbag.

 

Pairing pastel and neutral shades with black and navy is key to the pretty tough look.

Add a tough touch to an otherwise super-pretty look with hard-wearing jewellery.