“The appeal of New York is wearing whatever you want and not having to answer to anyone for it,” says creative director and stylist Gia Seo. The city’s no-cares-given attitude fuels her “ask for forgiveness not permission” aesthetic. “The city inspires me to be unapologetically myself no matter how others feel or react.” We asked creatives who embody New York’s dynamic energy to share their personal style and what they love most about the city—the inspiration for Lucas Ossendrijver’s debut #TheoryProject capsule. cc: @giaxseo Shop Theory Project on Theory.com and in stores globally. Videography by @tyrellhampton