Je Suis Luisa Peña
"the right combination of clothes could be an artistic expression and also a great business."
Occupation: Fashion Consultant and Stylist.
Instagram: luperrona
Where were you born?
I was born in Texas and I have been bi-cultural all my life, going back and forward from U.S. to Mexico. I spend my childhood in Mexico and started my career in NY.
In one sentence what is unique about your work?
Fashion Stylist is to me the perfect combination of art and business, the right combination of clothes could be an artistic expression and also a great business.
Why do you do what you do?
Because it makes me happy.
What inspires you?
Harmony and Beauty.
Describe your personal style.
I always go for comfort but I like to have fun with clothes as well. I guess I’m a bit whimsical.
Your ultimate must-have.
Favorite pair of jeans, a pair of animal prints pumps, a tuxedo jacket and a cool shoulder bag.
What superpower would you have and why?
I would definitely choose to read minds because there is nothing more powerful than information and knowledge.
What is next for you?
I'm working on a project that will involve all my favorite things; traveling, fashion, friendship and lots of creativity. But even though I make plans for the future, I like life to surprise me.
Je Suis Daria Shkolnikova
Showing the best of a person's individuality through the clothing.
Occupation: stylist (fashion & personal), fashion-consultant
Instagram: @dash2dasha
Where were you born?
Moscow, Russia
Where do you live now?
I am currently back to Moscow after Canada & USA. "Living out of a suitcase" turned into a lifestyle, so it won't be a surprise if I'll move somewhere again.
In one sentence what is unique about my work?
Showing the best of a person's individuality through the clothing. That's why fashion feature stories for any media are my favorites.
Why do you do what you do?
I always had 2 passions: the art of photography and clothes. Styling became kind of a binder thread between these two, so I enjoy every work moment: from putting the clothes on a person to seeing how it all looks on a camera. Personal styling brings as much joy: getting feedback with words "I'm a different person now!" is priceless.
What inspires you?
Traveling, art and history. Life, in general, does inspire me a lot: I just love being outside and watch things, trends and, of course, people.
Describe your personal style?
As my close friend once said, "You wear masculine-cut clothes, but in a feminine way. And always with a vintage twist." It was a 100% hit! For me, it's all about right fit, good fabrics and muted tones mostly.
Your ultimate Must-Have.
Good sleep, productive mood and fully charged phone. Also my black baker boy cap that became my signature :)
What super power would you have & why?
Time traveling because time is so precious. Just imagine how many things could be done twice faster and how many people we could see more often.
What is next for you?
A very important project I am working on…obviously related to clothes! Stay tuned.
Je Suis Sew Sketchy
Being chic is a super power. I am cursed with good taste and not that many people have that.
Occupation: Fashion Guru/Stylist/Designer/Artist/Shopaholic
Instagram: @sew_sketchy
Where were you born?
New York City
Where do you live now?
I travel every 3-4 weeks, so I'd like to say I'm currently living on an airplane. So as of right now I'm flying over Asia.
In one sentence what is unique about your work?
Sew Sketchy is an illustrated virtual icon, with a unique voice in the fashion industry, as the first ever cartoon fashionista commentator, such influence has transformed Sew Sketchy into an innovative open marketing channel for fashion brands, who want this virtual “It Girl” draped in their latest looks, showcasing it to her followers.
Why do you do what you do?
Because it makes me Happy.
What inspires you?
Fashion icons such Anna Wintour, Karl Lagerfeld, Isaac Mizrahi, Micheal Kors, and Andre Leon Talley, not because of what they do, but how they got to where they are today and how their personalities drive my fashion soul.
Describe your personal style.
Eclectic, Feminine, with a splash of "Don't mess with me I'm a New Yorker vibe."
Your ultimate must-have.
Valentino Rock Stud Shoes. I'm currently collecting every style and color.
What superpower would you have and why?
Being chic is a super power. I am cursed with good taste and not that many people have that.
What is next for you?
Sew Sketchy world domination.
Je Suis Anya Kuznetsova
Occupation: Beauty & Bridal
Accoutrement
Instagram: @a.k.bridal
Where were you born?
Ukraine, Oddessa
Where do you live now?
The Lovely N.Y.C
In one sentence what is unique
about my work?
I decided to specialize in Bridal,
there's nothing more rewarding to
me then the love of being committed
to pushing the limits of what hair
& makeup can do in the service of
making a person look & feel their
most beautiful at one of the most
important days of their life.
Why do you do what you do?
Its my passion to help make
everything & everyone around me
beautiful. Whats done with love
is done well.
What inspires you?
Everyday life.
Describe your personal style?
I learned that it takes time to
define your own style.
However it is well worth the effort
. I love to mix high & low,
vintage & rare finds I also believe
that it doesn't have to cost a
lot of money to be stylish.
Sometimes when im in doubt,
I think about one of my favorite
icons whose personal style I
respect, that would be
Miroslava Duma. Always clean,
sharp & chic.
Your ultimate Must-Have.
Flawless Hair & Makeup, clean nail
Perfume,Carnal Flower By Fredrick
Malle Giorgio Armani eyes to kill
mascara Charlotte Tilbury Blush,
First Love Faith & Balance with
everything in my life.
What super power would you have &
why?
My Super Power would be to heal
people & reverse any illness. The
hardest thing is evolving & seeing
the people you care most about
stuck with a terrible illness or
mental limitations.
What is next for you?
Its a surprise.
Je Suis Quela Renee
I love creating stories and characters by what you put on.
Occupation: Wardrobe Stylist
Instagram: @quelarenee
Where were you born?
San Francisco, Bay Area
Where do you live now?
San Francisco, Bay Area
In one sentence what is unique about
your work?
My work is classic with modern flair
keeping it relevant yet timeless.
Why do you do what you do?
I got into fashion on a whim.
It wasn't something that I thought
I was going to do growing up.
I didn't even know what a wardrobe
stylist was. The only thing I did
know is that I love the art of fashion.
Not necessarily designer brands and
labels but the story behind the clothes. I do it because I love creating stories and characters by what you put on.
What inspires you?
History and music inspires me!
I especially love vintage clothing
because of the stories and mysterious
behind the garment. I always want to
find out who wore it, what was their
life like, and imagine what they may
of been doing in that specific garment.
Describe your personal style.
My style is classic, vintage, feminine,
and flirty.
Your ultimate must-have.
Definitely a silk scarf to tie around
my neck, wrap around my hair, or tie
into a bow around the handles of my
purse.
What superpower would you have and why?
Time travel hands down!
What is next for you?
Currently I am getting ready to launch
my own vintage and lifestyle website,
The Spotted Poodle, which will cover
classic living, style guides, social
events, and sell vintage clothing I
have collected over the years.
Je Suis Ashley Hargrove
My personal style is edgy, yet classic.
Occupation: Commercial advertising wardrobe stylist and occasional fashion blogger
Instagram: @dtkaustin
Where were you born?
Fort Worth, TX
Where do you live now?
Austin, TX
In one sentence what is unique about your work?
My blogging work is very cohesive with a minimalistic color palette and style.
Why do you do what you do?
I love the aspect of creativity on a daily basis. Most people don't get to exude their creativity so I definitely take advantage through my wardrobe styling work as well as my blog and Instagram. Creative freedom drives me to be who I am and I don't think I would succeed without it.
What inspires you?
I get inspiration from everything around me; especially meeting new people that have a passion for what they do. I love networking and brainstorming new ideas for my work and also meeting women who have started from nothing and grown to the top! #girlboss
Describe your personal style.
My personal style is edgy yet classic. I love a minimal color palette and that comes through in my blogging work. I stay true to myself which, I feel, exudes confidence in my daily life as well as my job.
Your ultimate must-have.
Free time to spend with the people (and pets) I love the most.
What superpower would you have and why?
Teleportation! I spend WAY too much time traveling! Just think of how much extra time we would all have if we didn't have to sit in traffic for hours or fly across the world for an entire day.
What is next for you?
I am always brainstorming what is next for me, and it's about that time for something new. I started out as an Architect, turned commercial stylist with a side of blogging! My options are limitless.
Je Suis Aisyah Aprilia Fadhilah
I'm still on my step to realize my dream as a fashion editor
Occupation: Student | Fashion Stylist | Illustrator Instagram: @aisyahaprilia Where were you born? Indonesia In one sentence what is unique about your work? Express the elegance of vivid with touch of clasic-effortlessly Why do you do what you do? I do what I do because of my passion and my love for fashion What inspires you? I got a lot of inspiration through the past, present and something that will come up in the future Describe your personal style. a modest look with touch of classic, romantic and edgy Your ultimate must-have. Scarf, skirt or wide pants and loafers are my super ultimate that I must have. But I'll never can't go out without watch and lipstik What superpower would you have and why? I wish I can teleport to every place and everytime that I want. So I can go back to the time that I want to fix up something I leave or mess and watch the event that I want to see What is next for you? I'm still on my step to realize my dream as a fashion editor and another goals list that I want to achieve as long as I breathe
Je Suis Amy B. Mizrahie of StyleLease
I am all about mixing and matching studs for myself and my clients. If you have two or three holes in your ears, it's about wearing the same pair on the same ear.
Amy B. Mizrahie of StyleLease
Occupation:Personal Wardrobe Stylist and Closet organizer.
Instagram: @StyleLease
Where were you born?
Born and raised in Los Angeles. I’ve worked in the fashion industry for about 15 years and been on the styling side for all of it.
In one sentence what is unique about your work?
I start in my client's closets by editing out the bad, keeping the good and reorganizing to make it beautiful. I then reinvent they're wardrobe with refreshing outfits and help them fill in the missing pieces that are best for their body shape, lifestyle, and personality.
Why do you do what you do?
I've always enjoyed fashion and one’s personal style as well as giving advise on what others should be wearing by empowering and making them feel their best. Plus, the closet organizing part fulfills me mentally.
What inspires you?
Street style and fashion from earlier decades and centuries before us. I'm intrigued with how fashion has evolved though out history.
Describe your personal style.
A pinch of edge stirred with a classic twist and incorporating delicate details. I like blending balances together in my outfits, like dressy and casual; masculine and feminine; hard and soft... I can keep going... ;)
Your ultimate must-have.
A strong earring game. I am all about mixing and matching studs for myself and my clients. If you have two or three holes in your ears, it's about wearing the same pair on the same ear. It makes it fun and refreshing. Plus it tops off any causal ensemble.
What superpower would you have and why?
Time traveling, so I can go in the past and meet my ancestors, as well as see what it would be like to live in a fashion trend the first time around.
What is next for you?
I have a busy year ahead with fun projects and I can't wait to see where it leads me.
Je Suis Meg Gallagher
Walking the streets of NYC. There is absolutely nothing more electric and intoxicating.
Meg Gallagher
Occupation: Personal Stylist & TV Wardrobe Stylist- LA, NYC & SF
Instagram:@meggallagherstylist
Where were you born?
I was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, grew up in Philadelphia, moved to NYC
after college and lived there for 15 fashion filled years. Presently I live
in LA with my husband and 2 boys.
In one sentence what is unique about your work?
I specialize in working with women and men.Specifically people that
live or travel bi-coastally.There are many nuances to building a wardrobe
and personal style between two coasts.I have lived on both coasts and
understand the needs, culture and climate.
Why do you do what you do?
My whole life has been about fashion.I graduated with a fashion design
degree, had a whole career as a clothing designer and design director.
Went back to school to start my own styling business and have had one for the past 7 years.
As you can see, my whole life has been about fashion and I have loved every minute
(or at least most minutes…).
What inspires you?
Walking the streets of NYC.There is absolutely nothing more electric and intoxicating.
The people, the pace, the textures…I also LOVE museums.
Describe your personal style.
My styles rotate depending on my mood, city and season.
I love minimal edge with leather kind of thing.For LA spring and summers,
I gravitate towards colorful Boho, float-y looks- easy for the heat.Lastly,
I love a touch of European glam for evenings and meetings.
Your ultimate must-have.
Something animal patterned. I have an obsession with the print…
What superpower would you have and why?
Being able to have every single woman love their body whole heartedly.
I would be the Body Basher Eliminator.
What is next for you?
I am just signing on as a founder with a style app that will
launch in the fall of 2016.Woot!
Je Suis Adrea Cabrera
The history of fashion deeply inspires me.
Adrea Cabrera
Occupation: Wardrobe/Fashion Stylist
Instagram: @adreacabrera
Where were you born?
Born in San Jose, California. Bay Area baby!
Currently living in and loving San Francisco.
In one sentence what is unique about your work?
My approach to styling is making people confident and comfortable
in what they are wearing, so that they wear their clothes and not
their clothes wearing them.
Why do you do what you do?
I love to create worlds and experiences through wardrobe.
Every day is a new challenge and I relish in each project.
What inspires you?
The history of fashion deeply inspires me.
It is incredible to see the evolution of clothing and why we
wear the things we wear.
Describe your personal style.
Functional and fashionable. Not scared to try or wear new things,
however I am a jeans and t-shirt type of gal as well.
Your ultimate must-have.
A nice bag and some Nike’s.
What superpower would you have and why?
Ultimate superpower is to Fly so that I can get anywhere I want very quickly.
What is next for you?
Keep on growing and learning as a stylist.
Never forgetting where I am from, and really excited for where I am going.
"I am going to be fired for that"