Ameerah Omar first caught our attention in a Brooklyn street-style feature last year, when her head-to-toe denim look stood out. The self-development and meditation coach, who also enjoys long-distance running, now shares a closer look at the outfits and personal details that shape her everyday style.
Shirt: Banana Republic. Sweatshirt: Adidas. Jeans: Zara. Sneakers: Adidas. Sunglasses: Oakley. Earrings: Bloomingdale’s. Watch: Breda.
Huntly—named for my mother’s maiden name—is the most joyful dog and brings real happiness and energy into my life. Everyone in the neighborhood knows him, and the first question people usually ask is, “Where’s Huntly?” I began taking him on runs last winter, once he was old enough, and he can now handle a 5K.
Crop top: Adidas. Shorts: Adidas. Sneakers: Adidas. Bandana: Levi’s. Watch: Garmin.
Running gives me a sense of freedom I don’t always find elsewhere. I don’t listen to music or wear headphones, and even when I have my watch on, I mostly wear it for the look—not to monitor my pace or collect data. I let my body decide when to slow down and when to push.
Every necklace I wear is a gift, and I never take them off. My sister gave me the Hamsa as a symbol of protection. The Taurus pendant reflects my identity—loyal and, at times, stubborn. The “A” stands for Ameerah, while the circle represents the love that connects us all.
Top: ROSCHiC. Pants: Zara. Sandals: Teva. Purse strap: Clare V. Sunglasses: Feisedy.
Denim is one of my favorite fabrics because it can be mixed, layered, worn on top, or dressed up in a full “Canadian tuxedo.” New York days can take unexpected turns, so I like having pieces that work equally well for a casual coffee with a friend and a more polished outing.
I grew up in a home where “I love you” came naturally, but I’m aware that isn’t true for everyone. I try to say it often and hope to help make those three words feel more ordinary and easy to express. My tattoos are a gentle reminder that love doesn’t have to be heavy or dramatic. It can be simple: I’m here for you, unconditionally.
Top: H&M. Skirt: Adidas.
I’ve been 6’1″ since I was 13. As a teenager, I wasn’t always thrilled to tower over people, but that feeling faded. Now I accept it as part of who I am. I see my height as a source of strength, and I wouldn’t trade it. I have no intention of avoiding heels or shrinking myself. I choose myself, exactly as I am.
I often receive compliments on my hair, along with plenty of questions. It’s natural, and I’ve never dyed it. I usually wear it pulled back because that suits my lifestyle as a runner. One day, I’d love to wake up with white hair.
Tank: Zara. Jeans: Zara.
I’m a co-captain of Girls Run NYC, an all-women running collective. Running is at the center, but the group offers something even more meaningful: lasting friendships and, for some members, businesses started together. We meet at the track every week, and anyone is welcome. The workout is built around choice—you set your own pace, and no one is left behind.
I’ve lived in New York for 24 years, but I grew up in California and still feel like a California girl at heart. I carry that spirit with me, because whenever I mention my roots, people often say, “Oh, yeah, I picked that up.”
Photographs by Yumi Matsuo for Cup of Jo.
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