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Sydney Sadick's Savvy Sense of Style

A TV correspondent and writer, 24-year-old Sydney Sadick has interviewed some of the world’s most coveted celebrities, designers, politicians and stylists, including Celine Dion, Khloe Kardashian, Ansel Elgort and family, Jennifer Lopez, Hailee Steinfeld, Joe Jonas, Ashley Biden, Jonathan Simkhai, Don Lemon, and more. Additionally, she has covered today's top events, such as the Met Gala and the CFDAs. Today, she regularly contributes her style expertise on television to Good Morning America, Fox's Top 30, Good Day New York, NBC's New York Live, and ABC's The Jam, and has appeared on Project Runway, Forbes and Amazon. Sadick also works with brands Intermix, De Beers, Alice + Olivia, Ramy Brook, Furla, and more—as a retail ambassador to help increase store sales and create vibrant experiences. During her time as an editor at The Daily Front Row, she wrote a total of over 1000 articles (approximately 60 online per week), and has also contributed to Hamptons Magazine. Below, Sadick spills all things style.

When did you first discover you had a passion for fashion?

I think it was my family who realized my passion for fashion even before I did! They found me in my grandmother's closet trying on her shoes and bags at three years old--the obsession started that early. I was known in preschool for having the cutest little velvet printed dresses and lizard shoes. In elementary school, I had to wear a uniform, but I always added my little touches—a statement backpack and heeled booties, for example. My mom is the one who really helped spark the idea that this passion could translate into a professional career. She sent me to Harvard Summer School, where I created a fashion blog that I continued throughout high school and early into college. That led to internships at Daily Front Row (where I became an editor upon graduation), Oprah Magazine, and Rachel Zoe.

Why is fashion such an important part of your life?

There are so many reasons. Most simply, I genuinely love getting dressed in the morning and putting outfits together for any occasion, whether it’s as large as a red carpet event or as small as running out for a cappuccino. It's what brings my confidence out.  Fashion has not only has given me a platform to visually express myself, but it also allows me to engage in the stories of others. During my time as an editor, my interviews allowed me to develop relationships with not only designers but the models and celebrities who wear their clothing. Now, I get to make fashion accessible to the masses on television.

What’s your favorite part about contributing your style expertise on screen?

Being able to make fashion accessible and giving my advice and tips on a mass level. I love being on camera. I can see myself transitioning into a television role where I'm not just talking about fashion, but I'll always make sure I stay true to my love for it.

What has been your most exciting moment in the fashion industry to date?

I'm now working with many popular fashion brands to help bring in new consumers and drive sales. De Beers, Furla, Schutz, Intermix, and Alice + Olivia are some of my clients. I love hosting events and being able to help brands make their retail experiences fresh and exciting. Whoever said retail is dead is seriously wrong—it's just about making it accessible and experiential.


How would you describe your personal style?

Trendy, colorful, sexy, and with an edge.

What’s one staple piece that every girl should have in her closet?

Leather leggings. You can make them super sophisticated for work with a blazer, or you can dress them up for a night out on the town with a sexy bodysuit. They work with everything, all year long.

What’s your number one styling tip?

Accessorize, accessorize, accessorize! Always have a pair of gold hoops, a box bag, and a metallic pump or white booties on hand. They'll transform any outfit.

What do you hope to accomplish in the future?

I want my own talk show. That's the goal. I want women to look at me for not just fashion advice, but all topics. I'd also love to have my own clothing line.

This or That:

Heels or sneakers? Heels. Do you realize how short I am?! Lol.

Bombers or moto jackets? Moto. Classic.

Jeans or leggings? If you asked me a few years ago, I'd say leggings. But now I say jeans all the way.

Stripes or polka dots? Stripes!

NYFW or LAFW? I've never been to LAFW! I've gone to NYFW for 11 years now. Isn't that crazy?! I'm 24!

Follow Sydney on Social Media:

Instagram: @sydneysadick

Twitter: @sydneysadick

Website: www.sydneysadick.com