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From New York City’s Upper East Side all the way to Helsinki & even New Zealand, street style photography is big business. With an internet culture fixated on immediate updates from the world of fashion, snapping pictures of well-dressed “real people” is one of the fastest ways for a photographer to create a name for themselves. The Sartorialist is an internet phenomenon, & he’s not the only one. Tommy Ton of JAK & JIL recently shot teen blogging sensation Tavi for Vogue Paris, while Craig of Altamira regularly shoots for the Vogue franchise. With books published, advertising campaigns secured & a rabid online fan-base, it seems like photography skills & an eye for style is a sure route to success. 
But when it comes to really being inspired by street style, what are you most influenced by? The Sartorialist, Tommy Ton & Altamira all hang around outside fashion shows, shooting the cream of the crop — the men & women, editors & models who can afford (or are given) the very best in designer names. Most of us can’t afford that kind of luxury — so how much does what you see on those blogs really affect your day-to-day aesthetic?

Here are a few of our favorites:

Hel Looks was one of the originals, & it’s still going strong.

Vanessa Jackman is a relatively new street style blog, but all her subjects have great personality & a flirtatious style.

Drop Snap serves clothing compulsives with the very best of Japan.

Swagger 360 focusses mostly on men’s style, with lots of thoughts on what being a gentleman is all about!

Tricia Royal’s Wardrobe Remix group on Flickr is still one of the most realistic places to see what real women are wearing around the world.  With over 15,000 members contributing regularly, the diversity is fantastic.

Playlust’s Model Citizens showcases some of the most interesting looks from party-goers & underground style pioneers.

Advanced Style proves that style doesn’t have to disappear once you qualify for the early bird special!

Borderline brings together style from all over the world, using many different photographers.

Easy Fashion focusses on the fringe of Parisian chic.

Reykjavik Looks is a celebration of eclectic looks in Iceland.

Copenhagen Cycle Chic is the answer for anyone who ever wanted to know how to look stylish on a bicycle!

Trønderhunter showcases the excellent Scandinavian style in Trondheim, Norway.

The Catorialist is equal parts hilarious & genius.

Words by Gala Darling

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