Oneil Gardner, founder of The Creative Gentleman, provides brand partnerships and media services for businesses in the DMV and beyond. He’s a monochrome master, effortlessly layering shades of a single color to create a strikingly modern and effortlessly chic look.
Whether it’s Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation, Georgetown Ministries or many other local nonprofits, Kristin Cecchi tirelessly works to improve our community and the world. When we think of classic style—where every fashion selection looks timeless—Cecchi nails it every time. Bonus: She always adds surprising elements to an ensemble.
Emily Giovinazzo, the founder of Belli Li Studio in Alexandria, is the master of many beauty services, including hair extensions. Effortlessly styled as if stepping straight from the pages of a fashion editorial, Giovinazzo infuses every outfit with a cinematic flair, weaving together color, movement and layers to create a story in motion.
Barnette Holston, the DC Fashion Fool, is far from foolish about his wardrobe; the model, lifestyle content creator and influencer knocks it out of the park daily. From oversize sunglasses to statement coats that command attention, Holston turns everyday dressing into an art form, effortlessly balancing drama and wearability.
Elizabeth Landers is the White House Correspondent for the PBS NewsHour. Her excellent reporting takes her everywhere, from Capitol Hill to a recent story at California’s Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. In a profession that dictates austere looks, Landers tows the line with flair; her after-hours ensembles are always classically memorable and glam.