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Leigh Lezark

Leigh Lezark for CHANEL

DJ, The Misshapes; Model. New York

Leigh Lezark is a staple of downtown New York City culture. Whether or not you know the name, you definitely know the face. She’s the fair-skinned striking femme fatale with stark black hair (which we’ll have you know she dyes herself!) that can usually be found either spinning tracks at fashion week after parties (she’s part of DJ trio The Misshapes), or sitting front row clicking her heels at shows in Paris. But more often than not, you can spot her walking her dachshund, Edie, through Tompkins Square Park in the East Village. And while Lezark certainly has street credibility, her little pup has it pretty good, as well: Edie has been immortalized and illustrated by artist Dana Veraldi of Deer Dana on a crisp tee. She’s a Bocce Ball winning gold medalist (don’t ask her how or why), loves nothing more than an LBD paired with a tone-on-tone black pump and is also the lucky owner those limited edition Jeremy Scott x Longchamp bags that he gives out at his shows (if you’re lucky enough to even get in). But it’s Lezark’s shoe collection – particularly the little black shoes that really stop traffic… and the TSA. When we stumbled across her heels with a gun (relax, it’s fake!) heel, Lezark spilled on the troubles she’s run into with them. “These were a gift from Karl Lagerfeld after a CHANEL show in Paris, which was difficult to explain to the TSA at the airport coming back home.” Uh, we can only imagine… And wait ‘til you see her lightbulb heels. “The light bulbs actually turn on!” Lezark confessed. “They're a definite conversation starter as they light up the dance floor.” A longstanding Les Fidèles De CHANEL (a brand ambassador of sorts, in the chicest way possible), she counts ladies like Jen Brill, Poppy Delevigne and Caroline Sieber as her counterparts. So, needless to say, she’s in good company.

The Surface to Air shoes are particularly special to me because I designed them.

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Shoes, Various Designers

I can't deny my love for shoes. Some of my favorite brands are Givenchy, Louboutin, CHANEL, Versace, Viktor and Rolf, Gucci, Mugler, Dior...the list can go on and on.

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Shoes, Various Designers

Shoes, Various Designers

Bathing Suit, CHANEL; Shoes, Versace

I have an obsession when it comes to nail polish: I change my nail color often depending on outfits or moods. I like bright nail colors with LBDs and have seasonal favourites. Peridot is a color that transitions well into the fall.

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Nail Polish, CHANEL

One of my favorite books is the Misshapes book.

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I use a tinted moisturizer with SPF daily over heavy foundations. A good black eyeliner and mascara is a must. Best makeup remover is a gentle face moisturizer. Andy Starkweather cuts my hair and I dye it myself at home every two to three weeks. I use Kiehl's products in my hair when styling it, and the straightening iron is never too far away.

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Dress, CHANEL

This is Edie. She loves a bag and a nap.

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Bags, Jeremy Scott X Longchamp

Jeremy Scott's Longchamp bags are a coveted item at his runway shows. I've been to a lot of his shows. They are always fun and high energy, and I love how he plays with colours and prints. I use these bags all the time when I travel. Doc Martens have always been a part of my wardrobe, and these Hello Kitty ones are adorable.

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Boots, Dr. Martens; Bags, Jeremy Scott X Longchamp

Sunglasses, CHANEL

Top, Obesity and Speed; Boots, Dr. Martens

This bag has gotten a lot of use and will be a great piece I can wear into the fall.

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Bag, Givenchy

Anna Wintour and Carine Roitfeld's photos are my favourite. It was incredible to work with both Carine and Karl on this shoot. The styling was great; I loved the leather bondage over the classic CHANEL jacket. The party for the opening of the exhibit on Wooster St. was over the top with lager-than-life prints. It was followed by dinner at Balthazar and an after-party that The Misshapes DJ-ed.

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I love the way I feel wearing a great heel. These ones are so unique: the light bulbs actually turn on and they're comfortable to wear. They're a definite conversation starter as they light up the dance floor.

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Shoes and Necklace, CHANEL

LBDs and Little Black Shoes go hand in hand. They are all my favourite shoe!

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Shoes, Various Designers

Usually the shoe complements the outfit and I decide on which pair to wear based on the look. Unless it's a real statement shoe—then, the look needs to balance them out.

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Shoes, Various Designers

These were a gift from Karl Lagerfeld after a CHANEL show in Paris, which was difficult to explain to the TSA at the airport coming back home.

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L to R: Shoes, Matthew Williamson, CHANEL

Top, Obesity and Speed; Boots, Dr. Martens

The trophy I won playing Bocce ball in Saint-Tropez at the resort 2011 show. I'd never played before and am still a little unclear on the rules, but it was a great time.

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Shoe and Bag, CHANEL

I wear this Gucci suit together with shoes that match. It's so chic and can be worn to formal events or downtown clubs.

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Shirt and Pants, Gucci; Shoes, Various Designers

The backpack is great for the summer and works with light dresses as well as shorts and crop tops. I like a variety when it comes to perfumes. The scent I wear depends on the mood I'm in. The puppet is from Indonesia, wearing her fabulous brooch.

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Shoes and Bag, CHANEL

Top, CHANEL

Bag, CHANEL

Dress, Preen; Sunglasses, CHANEL; Shoes, Matthew Williamson; Bag, Givenchy

Bracelet, CHANEL

Top, CHANEL

The Karl doll and Karl Moleskins both came from his pop-up shop on Bleecker St. We DJ-ed the opening and did a little shopping after.

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My go-to bag is usually a classic CHANEL bag. When I go out at night I travel light with as little as possible in my clutch. The essentials in my bag are a Leica camera, my phone, black CHANEL eyeliner and Kiehl's moisturizer with SPF.

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Black and Blue Bags, CHANEL; Leopard Bag, Mulberry; Skin Tote; Givenchy

Top, Obesity and Speed; Boots, Dr. Martens

I think it's fun to accessorize looks. The kind of jewelry depends on the outfit, as well as the kind of event. Bangles, oversized rings, cuffs and other costume jewelry are always good go-tos and for that I turn to CHANEL and Lia Sophia. Of course I also love diamonds; my current diamond ring obsession is Cartier's Juste un Clou.

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Bangles, CHANEL

A staple in my wardrobe is definitely a leather jacket. Some of my favorites are my ombré Acne and my CHANEL motorcycle jacket.

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Dress, CHANEL

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The Surface to Air shoes are particularly special to me because I designed them. Shoes, Various Designers

I can't deny my love for shoes. Some of my favorite brands are Givenchy, Louboutin, CHANEL, Versace, Viktor and Rolf, Gucci, Mugler, Dior...the list can go on and on. Shoes, Various Designers

Shoes, Various Designers

Bathing Suit, CHANEL; Shoes, Versace

I have an obsession when it comes to nail polish: I change my nail color often depending on outfits or moods. I like bright nail colors with LBDs and have seasonal favourites. Peridot is a color that transitions well into the fall. Nail Polish, CHANEL

One of my favorite books is the Misshapes book.

I use a tinted moisturizer with SPF daily over heavy foundations. A good black eyeliner and mascara is a must. Best makeup remover is a gentle face moisturizer. Andy Starkweather cuts my hair and I dye it myself at home every two to three weeks. I use Kiehl's products in my hair when styling it, and the straightening iron is never too far away. Dress, CHANEL

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Long Crochet Knit Dress

$192
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This is Edie. She loves a bag and a nap. Bags, Jeremy Scott X Longchamp

Jeremy Scott's Longchamp bags are a coveted item at his runway shows. I've been to a lot of his shows. They are always fun and high energy, and I love how he plays with colours and prints. I use these bags all the time when I travel. Doc Martens have always been a part of my wardrobe, and these Hello Kitty ones are adorable. Boots, Dr. Martens; Bags, Jeremy Scott X Longchamp

Sunglasses, CHANEL

Top, Obesity and Speed; Boots, Dr. Martens

This bag has gotten a lot of use and will be a great piece I can wear into the fall. Bag, Givenchy

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Les Nouvelles

Fold Over Clutch | Snake

$180
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Anna Wintour and Carine Roitfeld's photos are my favourite. It was incredible to work with both Carine and Karl on this shoot. The styling was great; I loved the leather bondage over the classic CHANEL jacket. The party for the opening of the exhibit on Wooster St. was over the top with lager-than-life prints. It was followed by dinner at Balthazar and an after-party that The Misshapes DJ-ed.

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Les Nouvelles

Fold Over Clutch | Jaguar

$180
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I love the way I feel wearing a great heel. These ones are so unique: the light bulbs actually turn on and they're comfortable to wear. They're a definite conversation starter as they light up the dance floor. Shoes and Necklace, CHANEL

LBDs and Little Black Shoes go hand in hand. They are all my favourite shoe! Shoes, Various Designers

Usually the shoe complements the outfit and I decide on which pair to wear based on the look. Unless it's a real statement shoe—then, the look needs to balance them out. Shoes, Various Designers

These were a gift from Karl Lagerfeld after a CHANEL show in Paris, which was difficult to explain to the TSA at the airport coming back home. L to R: Shoes, Matthew Williamson, CHANEL

Top, Obesity and Speed; Boots, Dr. Martens

The trophy I won playing Bocce ball in Saint-Tropez at the resort 2011 show. I'd never played before and am still a little unclear on the rules, but it was a great time. Shoe and Bag, CHANEL

I wear this Gucci suit together with shoes that match. It's so chic and can be worn to formal events or downtown clubs. Shirt and Pants, Gucci; Shoes, Various Designers

The backpack is great for the summer and works with light dresses as well as shorts and crop tops. I like a variety when it comes to perfumes. The scent I wear depends on the mood I'm in. The puppet is from Indonesia, wearing her fabulous brooch. Shoes and Bag, CHANEL

Dress, Preen; Sunglasses, CHANEL; Shoes, Matthew Williamson; Bag, Givenchy

Bracelet, CHANEL

The Karl doll and Karl Moleskins both came from his pop-up shop on Bleecker St. We DJ-ed the opening and did a little shopping after.

My go-to bag is usually a classic CHANEL bag. When I go out at night I travel light with as little as possible in my clutch. The essentials in my bag are a Leica camera, my phone, black CHANEL eyeliner and Kiehl's moisturizer with SPF. Black and Blue Bags, CHANEL; Leopard Bag, Mulberry; Skin Tote; Givenchy

Top, Obesity and Speed; Boots, Dr. Martens

I think it's fun to accessorize looks. The kind of jewelry depends on the outfit, as well as the kind of event. Bangles, oversized rings, cuffs and other costume jewelry are always good go-tos and for that I turn to CHANEL and Lia Sophia. Of course I also love diamonds; my current diamond ring obsession is Cartier's Juste un Clou. Bangles, CHANEL

A staple in my wardrobe is definitely a leather jacket. Some of my favorites are my ombré Acne and my CHANEL motorcycle jacket. Dress, CHANEL