Denim nation

All u really need to make it in NYC in the winter is a thugged-out jacket embroidered with intricate, pornographic scenes. And a white cotton t-shirt and crisp, freshly washed (and pressed) blue jeans.

A pair of brandy new, never worn, bright white 30 dollar Nikes makes the grade over a pair of unpolished 300 dollar Italian boots...

Being young and clean is very American. I think it has to do with being hopeful and striving to make a good impression, which is also very American.