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Style Profile: Chelsea Wickersham and Ambur Lenard
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Style Profile: Chelsea Wickersham and Ambur Lenard

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Chelsea Wickersham and Ambur Lenard met in cosmetology school 16 years ago. They quickly bonded over their shared quirky sense of humor and a love of all things fashion and beauty and have been best friends ever since.

Style Profile: Steven Pham
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Style Profile: Steven Pham

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Rochester resident Steven Pham is a watch aficionado, world traveler, and professional photographer. His career takes him from weddings where he needs great suits to blend in with the guests to automotive and commercial photoshoots where comf…

Style Profile: Jonathan Browne
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Style Profile: Jonathan Browne

Jonathan Browne didn’t grow up with an eye for fashion; it was something he developed at the beginning of his financial career when he took a job at an early-stage fintech company on the East Coast. 

Style Profile: Angela Louise Kraska
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Style Profile: Angela Louise Kraska

UX Designer by day and fashion influencer by night, Angela Louise Kraska shares her style tips and fashion inspiration with SEEN PHOTOGRAPHY BY KYLA LAIRD // MAKEUP BY MOLLY LANCASTER By day, Angela Louise Kraska is a user experience designer…

Style Profile: Meteorologist Michael Estime
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Style Profile: Meteorologist Michael Estime

Michael Estime, one of the best dressed meteorologists around, shares style tips, fashion must-haves and favorite places around Metro Detroit. CONTRIBUTED BY MICHAEL ESTIME In 2020, after nearly 15 years forecasting weather all over the Unite…

Style Profile: The Harper Girls
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Style Profile: The Harper Girls

Meet Dianne Harper Boyer and Jennifer Harper Fleck, the stylish duo behind fashion blog “The Harper Girls” PHOTOGRAPHY BY LIV IN THE MOMENT PHOTOGRAPHY The relationship that Dianne Harper Boyer and her niece Jennifer Harper Fleck have with st…

Style Profile: Charles E. Poole
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Style Profile: Charles E. Poole

Renaissance man Charles E. Poole shares his sprezzatura style and spring wardrobe staples. PHOTOGRAPHY BY TYLER PLAXCO Having spent many years in public service — including positions as a Detroit firefighter, lieutenant in the Fire Marshall D…

Style Profile: Stephanie Bedell
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Style Profile: Stephanie Bedell

The Detroit native — who’s a personal stylist, marketing manager at local lifestyle brand William Palmer Homme, and self-proclaimed plus-sized beauty advocate — shares a few of her favorite looks. Contributed by Stephanie Bedell Where did you…

Style Profile: Jabs Gym Co-Founder Armond Rashad
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Style Profile: Jabs Gym Co-Founder Armond Rashad

Armond Rashad, managing partner of Jabs Gym and the founder of Run This Town shares his style and health tips. PHOTOGRAPHY BY DARREL ELLIS In 2012, Armond Rashad, then 22, started working towards a lofty goal: making the city of Detroit healt…

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Style Profile: Josh Breshgold of Joshua Gold Custom Clothier
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Style Profile: Josh Breshgold of Joshua Gold Custom Clothier

From suiting up NFL players to designing custom tuxedos for grooms and beyond, Josh Breshgold, founder of Joshua Gold Custom Clothier in Royal Oak, aims to build wardrobes that will last a lifetime By Nicole Frehsee Mazur  Photography by Darrel Ellis  As the founder of Joshua Gold Custom Clo…

Style Profile: Lauren Tolles of Maison Birmingham
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Style Profile: Lauren Tolles of Maison Birmingham

Lauren Tolles, founder of Maison Birmingham, invites us into her home (and incredible closet) to discuss all things architecture, interior design, and fashion By Rachel Schostak Photography by Allison Farrand Growing up in San Francisco, Lauren Tolles had a pastime not typical for kids her a…

Style Profile: Boubi Skin Founder Humayra Bobby and James Apfel
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Style Profile: Boubi Skin Founder Humayra Bobby and James Apfel

Northville couple Humayra Bobby and James Apfel share how they first met, their idea of a perfect pandemic date night and which shows are currently on their watchlist Photography: Boswell Hardwick Fashion Director: Rachel Schostak For James Apfel and Humayra Bobby, date nights look a lot dif…

Style Profile: Fashion Designer William Malcolm
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Style Profile: Fashion Designer William Malcolm

William Malcolm — who’s known for his sharp, bespoke suits — shares his passion for mentoring young men across Detroit, spreading positivity and the art of dressing By Rachel Schostak Photography by Shawn Lee Studios As the founder and designer behind William Malcolm Luxe Collection, William…

Style Profile: Helena Quinn Founder and Designer Andrea Racey
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Style Profile: Helena Quinn Founder and Designer Andrea Racey

Designer Andrea Racey helps women slip into something chic and comfortable with her gorgeous silk garment and sleepwear line, Helena Quinn. She shares everything from her own personal style to what it’s  like to see Oprah wearing one of her designs By Rachel Schostak Photography by Felicia L…

Style Profile: Fashion Professional Katarina Kovac
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Style Profile: Fashion Professional Katarina Kovac

Recent University of Michigan grad Katarina Kovac recently scored her dream job — working with designer Jenna Lyons. She reveals how she landed the gig and what it’s like to work in the fashion industry By Rachel Schostak Photography by Scot Orser Most people don’t score their dream job stra…

Style Profile: Candice Simons of J’adore Detroit
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Style Profile: Candice Simons of J’adore Detroit

Candice Simons — the blogger behind J’adore Detroit and owner of ad agency Brooklyn Outdoor and Eastern Market event venue The Loft — shares why Detroit is the perfect place to live, work and play By Rachel Schostak Photography by Allison FArrand According to Candice Simons, work-life balanc…

Style Profile: Style Expert and Creative Consultant Alex Sak
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Style Profile: Style Expert and Creative Consultant Alex Sak

Alex Sak has an unlimited passion for fashion and the art of creating. The style expert and creative consultant gives SEEN the lowdown on his progressive style By Rachel Schostak  Photography by Allison Farrand Alex Sak wears many hats — and most of them are probably made by Gucci. The 32-ye…

Style Profile: Entrepreneur and Sneakerhead Darryl Blanding, aka Clue
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Style Profile: Entrepreneur and Sneakerhead Darryl Blanding, aka Clue

Entrepreneur and Sneakerhead Darryl Blanding, aka Clue, is a major player on the Detroit fashion scene. Between his streetwear brand, collaborations with Nike and more, it’s safe to say he knows a thing or two about style — and sneakers By Rachel Schostak Photography by Allison Farrand As th…

Style Profile: Metro Detroit Realtor Kathy Broock
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Style Profile: Metro Detroit Realtor Kathy Broock

Metro Detroit Realtor extraordinaire Kathy Broock knows a few things about real estate — after all, she’s worked in the industry since she was in elementary school. She talks to SEEN about everything from her family’s real-estate legacy to her ‘bohemian and conservative’ style By Rachel Scho…

Style Profile: Leora Tapper of Tapper’s Jewelry
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Style Profile: Leora Tapper of Tapper’s Jewelry

Proficient in all things shiny and sparkly, Leora Tapper has a passion for curating and designing beautiful jewelry. The owner and estate buyer at West Bloomfield-based Tapper’s Jewelry talks to SEEN about the hottest engagement-ring styles, the one piece of jewelry she could wear forever an…

Style Profile: Lean Body Studio Founder Kelli Rapaski
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Style Profile: Lean Body Studio Founder Kelli Rapaski

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Lean Body Studio founder Kelli Rapaski might #trainlikeaBABE, but she packs a mighty punch. From starting her fitness studio in her basement to opening multiple retail spaces with another in the works, Rapaski shares her career journey, fitness tips and more with SEEN By Rachel Schostak Phot…

Style Profile: Gretchen and Ethan Davidson 
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Style Profile: Gretchen and Ethan Davidson 

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Birmingham couple Gretchen and Ethan Davidson, musicians and patrons of the arts in Metro Detroit, talk about their involvement in the community, the tunes they’re playing on repeat and how they’re spending the holidays this year.  By Rachel Schostak Photography by Melissa Coulier 1. Can you…

Style Profile: Detroit Pistons Player Langston Galloway
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Style Profile: Detroit Pistons Player Langston Galloway

Detroit Piston Langston Galloway has been playing basketball since he was 3 years old and always dreamed of making it to the NBA. Now 27, the athlete has achieved his dream and celebrates his success by building an impressive shoe collection.      By Rachel Schostak Photography by Allison Fa…

Style Profile: Serial Entrepreneur and TV Host Dezi Santiago
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Style Profile: Serial Entrepreneur and TV Host Dezi Santiago

West Bloomfield Township resident Dezi Santiago, 37, is the host and co-creator of the TV show “Ask Anything With Dezi” on The Word Network and founder of Sway’d Style Lounge in Birmingham and Virtuoso Home Healthcare. She tells us about her style, career and more. By Rachel Schostak Photogr…

Style Profile: The City Teacher Katie Rogers
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Style Profile: The City Teacher Katie Rogers

New York native Katie Rogers, 27, is a kindergarten through fifth grade math master teacher at a public school on Detroit’s west side. She’s gained a following as @thecityteacher on Instagram where she shares fashion finds and must-haves for the classroom. By Rachel Schostak Photos courtesy …

Style Profile: Sumptuous Spirits Owner Lauren Daniels
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Style Profile: Sumptuous Spirits Owner Lauren Daniels

Sumptuous Spirits owner Lauren Daniels shares how she came up with the idea for an upscale bartending service and the notable person in fashion that she would like to create a cocktail for. By Rachel Schostak Photography by Viviana Pernot 1. Tell us about yourself and background: I’m the own…

Style Profile: Local 4 Style Editor Jon Jordan
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Style Profile: Local 4 Style Editor Jon Jordan

Jon Jordan tells SEEN what it’s like working with celebrities and how he became WDIV’s Style Editor. He also shares favorite items in his closet, including his coveted shoe collection. By Rachel Schostak Photography by Viviana Pernot 1. Tell us about your professional background? I majored i…

Style Profile: Color Box Luxury Nail & Beauty Bar Owner Kendra Geralt
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Style Profile: Color Box Luxury Nail & Beauty Bar Owner Kendra Geralt

Beverly Hills resident Kendra Geralt, 41, has been painting nails since she was a little girl. She shares why she opened the Color Box in Birmingham to give women a luxury nail experience that’s even safe for cancer patients and diabetics. By Rachel Schostak Photography by Viviana Pernot 1. …

Style Profile: Interior Designer Michelle Mio
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Style Profile: Interior Designer Michelle Mio

Interior designer Michelle Mio takes us inside her fabulous closet to discuss exciting projects she’s currently working on, where we can find her when she’s not working and her most cherished item in her closet.  By Rachel Schostak Photography by Viviana Pernot Michelle Mio, 45, of Birmingha…

Style Profile: Kim and Paul W. Smith
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Style Profile: Kim and Paul W. Smith

SEEN caught up with Kim and Paul W. Smith at Joe Muer Seafood in Bloomfield Hills to talk all things style, marriage and charity. By Rachel Schostak Photography by Allison Farrand SEEN caught up with Kim and Paul W. Smith, 56 and 65, respectively, at one of their favorite local date-night sp…

Style Profile: Live Cycle Delight Founder Amina Daniels
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Style Profile: Live Cycle Delight Founder Amina Daniels

Amina Daniels, founder of Live Cycle Delight in Detroit, tells SEEN about her fashion background in New York, why she came home to launch a fitness studio and what active wear brands she loves. By Rachel Schostak Photography by Justin Milhouse  1. Tell us about your professional background: …

Style Profile: Philanthropist Lois Shaevsky
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Style Profile: Philanthropist Lois Shaevsky

We sat down with philanthropist Lois Shaevsky of Bloomfield Hills at her favorite Metro Detroit spot, The Rugby Grille in The Townsend Hotel. She tells SEEN about her work with local charities, her iconic style and even how she helped name The Rugby Grille. By Rachel Schostak Photography by …

Style Profile: Wealth Advisor Katie Katz
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Style Profile: Wealth Advisor Katie Katz

SEEN caught up with Detroiter Katie Katz, a former development director for City Year Detroit and current wealth advisor at JP Morgan Private Bank. She tells us about supporting nonprofits in Detroit, her go-to work outfits and favorite local shops. By Rachel Schostak Photography by Hayden S…

Style Profile: Fuse45 Founders Samantha Friedman and Karen Kelman
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Style Profile: Fuse45 Founders Samantha Friedman and Karen Kelman

SEEN caught up with Samantha Friedman and Karen Kelman, the mother-daughter duo behind Fuse45 in West Bloomfield. They share their workout tips and go-to athleisure wear brands. By Rachel Schostak Photography by Viviana Pernot 1. Tell us about your professional background: Karen Kelman and S…