Spotlighting menswear's better half...

A stroll through Central Park on a crisp fall day is practically a rite of passage: a chunky scarf, a warm beverage, an Australian bombshell... yeah, that's how we roll. We spent a recent afternoon with the lovely Emma Ishta, danced a bit, got her to twirl, and yes, we also took a few photos.

Name: Emma Ishta

Hometown: Brisbane, Australia

Elements of the guys' wardrobe you wear regularly?

"To be honest, the piece of clothing from a man's wardrobe I wear most often, to bed and around the house, is my boyfriend's underwear. I think it's infinitely unfair that women are compelled to wear underwear with a comfort factor of zero whilst men stroll around in essentially the most comfortable item of clothing ever made."

What catches your eye, clothing-wise, on guys?

"I like men who style themselves so that I can tell they give a damn about how they present themselves, but not too much as to say that's probably what they care about most. Spare me the carefully thought out accessorising that is supposed to look casually thrown on, while in actuality hours have been spent on the picking and choosing of said jewellery, scarves etc. Unless you are Keith Richards, and can absolutely pull it off, less is more. Nice jeans, a nice fitting T-shirt, some good shoes (I love suede desert boots) and a little flair/personality are what catches my eye."

You looked particularly nice in the hat for the shoot - feelings on those type of hats for yourself?

"I used to have a hat obsession, but unfortunately for me I have a tiny head, which means most hats don't fit very well. I do love them though."

Favorite thing about New York? Do you have a favorite New York memory?

"My favorite thing is having found my home here. My favorite memory is one particular snowy day on the Hudson last winter..."

What's something we couldn't guess by looking at you?

"I'm a voracious reader."

Shirt, cardigan, trousers, and overcoat by GANT Rugger. Hat by Paul Stuart. Her jacket, and tie are Phineas Cole by Paul Stuart.

Photos by Justin Chung (www.justinchungphotography.com), styling by Isaac Hindin Miller (www.isaaclikes.com)