New Yorker Strolling in the Hutongs

So much silk and cashmere from China, but the most exquisite scarves in those materials still come from Italy, a fact proven by this New Yorker strolling down Nanluoguxiang. Despite its delicate nature, the reversible silk/cashmere scarf went quite well with the wool hunting jacket to create a perfect fall look. This gentleman, vacationing in Beijing for the first time with family, was quite a striking figure. His wife said being photographed for a fashion website would be the highlight of his trip.

Nels Frye is a freelance writer, photographer, consultant and stylist, based in Beijing. Focuses are on street style, other consumer trends, and broader social issues.