CONTRIBUTORS
Mikelle Street is a Manhattan-based writer focused mostly on fashion, art and culture. His work has appeared in publications such as Teen Vogue, Details, Essential Homme and i-D. He is also a contributing editor for Maxim Magazine.
Idris Gooden Idris has always been intrigued by edgy styling and the creativity behind a designer’s vision. He grew up on Long Island but was influenced by NYC street style and attitude. He started his visual merchandising career with Forever21 when he moved to Brooklyn and became an interior mannequin specialist.
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Gladys is a full-time student and photographer based in New York City. She is a senior at the Fashion Institute of Technology, pursuing a degree in Photography and Art History. She specializes in architectural and commercial photography. After graduating, she wishes to continue to work in the magazine industry with the ultimate goal of becoming a creative director. She’s inspired by the works of commercial and editorial photographers Cig Harvey and Stephen Wilkes.
@gladysmedagliaphoto
Gladys Medaglia
Aiesha Brown Aiesha is a fashion & PR intern here at BLEU. Aiesha is currently studying Fashion Merchandise Management at the Fashion Institute of Technology. She has a love for the fashion industry. She hopes one day to become a celebrity stylist as well as a fashion designer. Aiesha is also interested in becoming a certified make up artist (MUA).
Juwan Williams Born and raised in Daytona Beach, Florida, Juwan felt that it was time to break away from the mold and chase his dreams. At age 20, he moved to New York City to persure his dream to become a writer. He is currently studying to earn a Bachelor’s degree majoring in Journalism. Now at 21, he is full of ambition channeling his entrepreneur spirit in hopes to tap into different industries in the New York City area.
@xosyncity
Mikelle Street
@mikellestreet
Originally from southern Vermont, Magnifico has made his home in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, where he constantly creates and develops stunning, high-end fashion photographs. He is influenced by classic beauty and creates radiant images with dynamic compositions. Each of his carefully crafted products illustrates the care and passion he puts into his creation. Using a perfectionist eye and high-end technical ability, he gives us distinguished images.
@jamiemagnifico
Jamie Magnificao