Whether celebrating at DC’s soirees or gracing our social media feeds, these style stars and their inspiring looks reign supreme.
WHO
Joy Kingsley-Ibeh (@joykingleyibeh), founder and CEO of Kingsley Models (@kingsleymodels), styles DC’s most glam for major events and runs one of the most respected agencies in town.
BECAUSE
While Kingsley-Ibeh keeps her fashion-forward clients looking on point, she’s usually the one who turns heads at parties with a stunning aesthetic. SEEN WEARING Shop the Runway dress, Jacquemus purse, Chanel necklace and Van Cleef earrings
SEEN WEARING
Shop the Runway dress, Jacquemus purse, Chanel necklace and Van Cleef earrings
WHO
Casey Rowe (@casey.rowe) is one of the region’s leading designers of men’s fashion, including wedding attire. At 17, he became an apprentice at Baltimore’s Christopher Schafer Clothier (chistopherschafer.com), and the experience shows all these years later.
BECAUSE
Rowe’s background and education in fashion and textile design come together in his look: smart, layered and sophisticated.
SEEN WEARING
Christopher Schafer Clothier suit (Dormeuil Cloth 1842), shirt and tie. Scarpe Di Bianco handmade dress Oxfords
WHO
Madison Scanlon (@maddsmerr) co-founded Lxry Studio (@lxry.studio), the newly opened interiors showroom featuring Italian brands.
BECAUSE
The interiors and architecture pro stuns at every party with a fresh, unencumbered look as colorful as her personality.
SEEN WEARING
Rat & Boa dress, Boone & Sons jewelry and Bottega Veneta bag
WHO
Paige McCarthy (@paigeohsoriri) is a model and fashion influencer who works in DC, New York and (or so it seems) every other world capital nowadays.
BECAUSE
She is the picture of effortless chic, moving from season to season with the ease of someone who understands her aesthetic perfectly.
SEEN WEARING
Saint Laurent varsity jacket, Skims long-sleeve top, Cartier Love ring, Heres Kelly bracelet, Brunello Cucinelli x Oliver Peoples sunglasses, and Van Cleef & Arpels earrings and necklace
WHO
David McCombs (@dd_mcc) is a marketing pro who channels his creative eye into fashion, interior design and culinary pursuits.
BECAUSE
When McCombs shows up to local events, heads turn. He also inspires those shy about taking a few fashion risks (he nails a look every time).
SEEN WEARING
Oscar de la Renta jacket, YSL sunglasses, Hermes belt, Celine scarf and bag.
WHO
Shell Peterson (@sociallyshell) is a business owner and digital pro orchestrating social media management and marketing.
BECAUSE
Whether it’s a Capitol Hill soiree or a polo match on the Mall, she is DC’s ray of fashion sunshine.
SEEN WEARING
Alex Evenings dress, Nina bag
WHO
Who doesn’t swoon over the food and dinner parties created by Andrea Rinaldi (@andrea.rinaldi)? The socialite and mother of two is prolific.
BECAUSE
Her wardrobe is always flirty and on point, whether Rinaldi is partying at Balos or celebrating at Cafe Milano.
SEEN WEARING
Vintage fur, Ralph Lauren gown, Mach & Mach shoes, Hermes bag (while hanging out with makeup legend Carl Ray)
WHO
Natalie Strahorn (@nataliestrahorn) is a certified holistic health and fitness expert and founder and owner of The MVMNT Society (@themvmntsociety) studio in Alexandria.
BECAUSE
Strahorn’s unique aesthetic mirrors her life: energy, wellness and passion for living. Every fashion move she makes feels like a life affirmation.
SEEN WEARING
Prada top, GRLFRND skirt, She’s Unique earrings, Jenny Bird and Baublebar necklace and YSL clutch.
Photography by: CARL PAYNE W/HIT THE ANGLES 360 FOR EVENTS DC; COURTESY OF CASEY ROWE; COURTESY OF MADISON SCANLON; COURTESY OF PAIGE MCCARTHY; COURTESY OF DAVID MCCOMBS; COURTESY OF SHELL PETERSON; ANNETTE LEE; CHRIS BRYAN
