12 Style Tips To Learn From Streetstyle Star Yoyo Cao

Scroll through Macau-born, Singapore-based designer/entrepreneur Yoyo Cao's Instagram feed, and the only thing that will come to mind is: Why doesn't she have more fans?

Her 189,000-strong following adore her perfectly composed flatlays and dreamy travel shots, but her most popular snaps are indisputably her OOTDs (a photo of her wearing a beret garnered over 8,000 "hearts", while pictures of her in a tee and jeans get over 6,000). She's also frequently lensed by streetstyle photographers outside shows, which isn't a surprise considering how she's regularly dressed in the trendiest separates or toting the chic-est accessories of the season. Most recently, she landed a Vogue feature outlining her deft ability to layer for humid weather.

Below, we round up some of Cao's best looks over fashion month and the sartorial lessons you can glean from her:

#1: Amp up girly appeal by wearing socks with heels.

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#2: Make an all-black outfit even edgier with a bomber jacket.

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See: 7 statement bomber jackets you'll love

#3: Don't be afraid to wear velvet: It lends a luxe texture to your ensemble.

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See why velvet is huge now and how to wear it in Singapore 

#4: Opt for squarish, oversized frames if you're gunning for geek chic.

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See: The coolest Asian eyewear brands to know now

#5: Business in the front, party in the back: It'll take you from office to club seamlessly.

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#6: Invest in a good trench coat (for practical purposes, and for great OOTDs too).

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See: Our favourite trench coats from Fashion Week

#7: Go for oversized cover-ups for added flair.

Image: @yoyokulala Instagram 

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#8: Have fun mixing up prints (like the houndstooth and chevron patterns here).

Image: @yoyokulala Instagram 

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#9: Make the oversized sweater a wardrobe staple: Apart from keeping you warm, it'll earn you extra sartorial points for its laidback, street-infused vibe.

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#10: Master the art of layering: A sweater over a collared shirt makes the look less stuffy instantly.

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See: 10 street style looks for great layering inspiration

#11: Introduce bold accents, like the metallic boots and visor she wore here.

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#12: Get a pair of leather pants: They lend instant edge and can be paired with any kind of footwear.

Images: Showbit.com unless stated otherwise

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