Words With Fashion Stylist Ian Bradley

Ian Bradley is a NYC based fashion editor and stylist. His work is influenced by the culture of downtown New York and clean, classic American sportswear inspired by icons like Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, Aaliyah, and the early work of Isaac Mizrahi. Bradley moved to New York City to study fashion at the Fashion Institute of Technology. He works with celebrities such as Sky Ferriera and also has styled editorials for i-D, Tidal Magazine among others. 

Q: When it comes to following ones own creative intuition what do you think isimportant? What do you listen to?
A: Do what feels natural, but also challenge and push your ideas. It can be a challenge before reaching too forced. I often listen to my friends.

Q: What does a typical day look like for you? Is there such a thing?
A: No such thing for me, changes week to week. I wouldn’t have it any other way.

Q: What single person have you come across in your life, who without them or their influence, things would simply not be as they are?
A: My grandmother, she taught me the art of dressing.

Q: Inspiration or perspiration?
A: Inspiration.

Q: What can you not live without?
A: Friends.

Q: What would you want to be remembered for?
A: Making cute outfits and making people feel good.

Q: How do you take your coffee?
A: Black.

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Photos by Joonie Jang