“‘One should either be a work of Art, or wear a work of Art.’ This quote from Oscar Wilde describes my life's pursuit--to express my artistic obsession through every aspect of who I am, from head to shoes.”
Ariel Maile Adkins’ mission is to be a living work of art each day. Author of Artfully Awear, a personal style blog geared at dovetailing art and fashion, Ariel produces outfits inspired by artwork from all different genres, mediums, and eras, from Ancient Egypt to Impressionism, Abstract Expressionism to graffiti. On any given day, you could find Ariel channeling Japanese prints by wearing a Hokusai wave-printed vintage dress, a paint-splattered frock reminiscent of Jackson Pollock, or a sequin-encrusted minidress inspired by the contemporary work of El Anatsui.
She is currently working on a project with Pantone, wherein she will create signature looks showcasing Pantone’s forecasted fashion palette and an example of each color represented in art.
With a background in Studio Art and Art History, as well as a graduate degree in Art Market, Ariel is able to discuss academically and with fervor the artwork and artists that inspire her. She is involved in the art scene in New York City, attending as many openings, gallery exhibitions, and museum shows as her schedule allows. Working for the Art Directors Club, a non-profit organization whose mission is to Connect, Provoke, and Elevate creative professionals, adds to her network of inspiration.
Ariel enjoys vintage shopping and going to sample sales, scouting the perfect piece to represent artwork that is currently on her mind. She lives in Brooklyn with her collection of shoes and overweight rabbit, Edward.
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