Vogue loves Los Angeles style

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New Yorkers may snub Cali-style as ‘too casual.’ But clearly, when it comes to closet staples, our classics -- like a structured leather jacket or a flattering pair of jeans -- trump East Coast perennials. Case in point: My esteemed colleague, Emili Vesilind, pointed out to me that Vogue chose ‘The New Staples’ in their November issue and five of those seven items come from Los Angeles designers. Here’s a quick rundown of our local heroes and their wares, as picked by Vogue.

1. The leather jacket by Mike & Chris. The Edward style ($805; ronherman.com) is a fitted, pleated zip-up in luscious lambskin. (I own a jersey trench that I bought at Barney’s from this husband and wife design team and it’s a compliment magnet.)

2. The bikini by Haverhill. These body-flattering two pieces shouldn’t incite terror in you. The designer, Haverhill Leach, keeps the often fulsome female form in mind when she cuts tops and bottoms, ($65 to $85). The vintage-inspired prints are equally pleasing.

3. The sportgear by FreeCity. This line from Los Angeles designer and VP of menswear at Ron Herman, Nina Garduno, is known for its dove or rainbow logo. But it’s the fit and softer-than-silk feel that keep fans flocking to buy more hoodies and tees. The company’s art collective ethos is cool too. Check it out at Freecitysupershop.com.

4. The tee by James Perse. Never underestimate the power of a basic tee. Perse doesn’t. The designer cuts longer styles, perfect for layering, and keeps the collars at their most sultry -- just the right amount of neckline plunge for brunch in Silver Lake. Check them out here.

5. The jeans by J Brand. Finding the right denim could be more difficult than splitting the atom. OK, maybe not. But any woman will tell you that losing -- or outgrowing -- a perfect pair of jeans merits an Irish wake. J Brand, a fave of everyone from Angelina Jolie to Beyonce, flatters the front and back.