Mia Velez Fortuna

BIO

An early obsession with fashion left little doubt in Mia's mind what she wanted to do......play dress up with her friends. Taking her cues from a childhood passion, Mia decided to pursue a career in styling, now spanning 15 years. An early job as the premier stylist for Chicago Social at their inception helped to skyrocket her career, and she helped usher in a new era of high fashion in Chicago. With an original eye, and drawing from inspirations such as art, film, music and pop culture, Mia brings creativity and originality to each and every project she's involved with. With credits in numerous magazines, a very successful fashion photography exhibit at the Water Tower Gallery, and a roster of loyal clients in Chicago as well as Miami. Mia is one of the most sought after fashion stylists in the city. Once a client works with her, they see her skills, and request her time and time again. she still loves playing dress up though, especially with her son Luca.

Advertising: BonTon, Charles Worthington, Cingular Wireless, Cintas, Claire's, Dillard's, Jo-Ann Fabric, Jockey, Kellogg's, Kraft, Kohl's, Lands End, Levi's Strauss & Co, McDonald's, Nike, Noritake, Pampers, Playboy, Target, Ulta, USPS, Woodfield Mall, Wrangler

Photographers: Martin Schoeller, Michael Volttattorni, Jeff Stella, Jack Perno, Verser Englehart, Lauren Krysti, Eric Klein, Carter Smith, Greg Lotus, Todd Marshard, Spicer, Walter Iooss, Toshi, Greg Sorensen, Kevin White

Editorials: Chicago Magazine, ID, Chicago Tribune Magazine, CS, Marie Claire (International Editions), Razor, Angeleno, Trace

Fashion Shows: Exhibits: City Gallery, Connecting: Chicago Fashion Photography