Looks Like NYC

This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with production designer, fabricator, and stylist, Jana Bergstedt. She is the creator and owner of AMF Studios, a multifaceted brand that is currently an Indigo dye apparel brand.  Jana talks about her various projects which range from event design and solutions to her Indigo dye brand. She advises other creatives on how to diversify their projects/work to better sustain their careers. Please be sure to check out her brand AMF Studios.  Follow Jana on:  Instagram: @janadoesthings AMF Studios: @amfstudiosnyc https://www.amfstudiosnyc.com/ Follow us on:  Instagram: @lookslikenyc  Anchor.FM/lookslikenyc

This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with NYC-based hairstylist, Anike Rabiu. She describes her work as commercial with editorial appeal. Anike’s work has appeared in Vogue, Essence, and Elle magazine to name a few.  Anike talks about knowing that she wanted to do editorial hairstyling after graduating from cosmetology school and how she prepared for the editorial world. She gives advice on choosing a career and on how to know that it’s the right fit.  Follow Anike on: Instagram: @anikerabiu Follow us on: Instagram: @lookslikenyc Anchor.FM/lookslikenyc

This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with NYC-based photographer, Dasha Brook. She prides herself on working with women-owned businesses and fashion brands. Dasha's work includes commercial/fashion, product, portrait, and lifestyle photography. Dasha talks about finding her passion for photography by chance and attending the New York Film Academy. She describes what motivates her and how she has focused on working with women-owned businesses.  Follow Dasha on: Instagram: @dasha_brook Follow us on: Instagram: @lookslikenyc Anchor.FM/lookslikenyc

This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with NYC-based stylist, Yvette Jordan. Her work has appeared in Goji Magazine, Dreamingless Magazine, and Ellements Magazine.  Yvette talks about shifting to editorial and wardrobe styling after being laid off from her visual merchandising job during the pandemic. She describes how she's advanced her career through networking and developing her own style.    Follow Yvette on:  Instagram: @Yvetteisstyling   Follow us on:  Instagram: @lookslikenyc  Anchor.FM/lookslikenyc

This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with stylist and creative director, Madison Albert. Madison’s work has recently been published on the cover of MOB Journal. Madison talks about making the jump into the NYC fashion industry and relocating from Michigan. She describes how her work is heavily influenced by the development of her personal style and interest in sustainability. Follow Madison on: Instagram: @stylewithmads Follow us on: Instagram: @lookslikenyc Anchor.FM/lookslikenyc

This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with NYC based model, Dante Terrel Almonacy. He’s worked with brands and designers like Sprayground, Overlook, Essence, Complex, and GQ. Dante talks about his interest in streetwear and starting his modeling career. He gives advice on finding brands and designers to work with as well as describes what he does to further his career. Follow Dante Almonacy on: Instagram: @kingdomcovered Follow us on: Instagram: @lookslikenyc Anchor.FM/lookslikenyc

This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with NYC based stylist, Márcia Marques. Her work has appeared in 7hues magazine, L’officiel Australia, Solstice magazine, and Vulkan Magazine to name a few. She’s worked with designers and brands like Soid Studio and Mariel Marino Cosmetics.    Márcia describes making the switch to fashion styling after being a photographer and interior designer. She talks about how her artistic instincts and certification from FIT help her advance her career.    Follow Márcia on:  Instagram: @marciamarques.creative   Follow us on:  Instagram: @lookslikenyc  Anchor.FM/lookslikenyc

This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with model, Zoie Zeller. She’s appeared in Scorpio Jin Magazine, Elements Magazine, and British Vogue to name a few.    Zoie describes starting her modeling career at a young age and moving across the country to pursue her dream. She talks about working with agencies and what living like a model in NYC is really like. Follow Zoie on:  Instagram: @Zoiezeller  https://www.fentonmodels.com/women/1465180/zoie/portfolio  Follow us on:  Instagram: @lookslikenyc  Anchor.FM/lookslikenyc

This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with fashion and beauty/portrait photographer Monika Lis. She’s worked with artists and brands like Guillermo Pharis, Katelyn Zhang, East Village Vintage Collective.   Monika talks about how her love for travel photography led her to seek new challenges and try out fashion and portrait photography. She also gives advice to those looking to start their photography careers and describes her work routine.    Follow Monika on: Instagram: @monikalis_ Monika-lis.com Follow us on: Instagram: @lookslikenyc Anchor.FM/lookslikenyc

This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Victor Samuel. He is the founder and CEO of the fashion brand Vellion, an affordable high-quality, high fashion company.  Victor talks about the inspiration behind Vellion’s products and the product creation process. He gives advice to those looking to start their own brand and talks about what he would have done differently.  Follow Victor Samuel on: Instagram: @victorcsamuel & @vellionofficial VellionNYC.com Follow us on: Instagram: @lookslikenyc ThroughTheBoros.com