D_ STYLIST
San Francisco-BASED Fashion stylist
BY Darria MATTHIAS
Darria Matthias is a fashion stylist coming from a small Caribbean island, St. Vincent and the Grenadines and is now based in San Francisco California. She graduated with a BFA in Fashion Styling from the Academy of Art University and is currently doing her MA in Fashion Art Direction. Darria has developed a creative and understanding mind when comes to styling individuals and their necessities through her styling work. Her strengths are in editorial styling, personal styling and hair styling.→ About Darria
PERSONALITY CONTRAST
Personality contrast refers to the juxtaposition of distinct characteristics, traits or qualities between two individuals. In the case of this photoshoot with twin or models that look alike, the concept of personality contrast would involve deliberately emphasizing the individuality of each twin highlighting their different personalities, interest, or expressions.
The Cutting Edge of Style: Theater Glamour, Barbershop Chic
This fashion photoshoot seamlessly blends the sophistication of theater glamour with the distinctive, refined charm of a barbershop setting. It evokes a sense of drama, opulence, and red-carpet elegance. It introduces an intriguing contrast, implying a fusion of high fashion with the down-to-earth, authentic atmosphere of a barbershop. This project celebrates a marriage of glamour, drama, and everyday elegance in a setting that seamlessly blends the worlds of theater and barbershop culture.
ROYALTY IN THE CITYSCAPE
Inspired by the cinematic charm of "Coming to America," this project unfolds a narrative where a young woman embraces her first encounter with America, showcasing the opulence of her cultural attire. Engaging in the mundane yet quintessential experiences of everyday American life—riding buses, trains, savoring fast food, and exploring the bustling city—she becomes a living canvas of her heritage.
In this visual tale, the significance of hairstyle transcends mere aesthetics, serving as a dynamic expression of her culture's identity through a diverse array of hair fashion. This project boldly fuses couture with the vibrancy of newfound city life, capturing the essence of a cultural journey as it unfolds amidst the bustling rhythm of urban existence.
pRODUCT STYLING
Fall inspired product styling
