12 Rapid Fire Questions With Fashion Photographer IJfke Ridgley
By Ela SathernBy Ela Sathern|August 23, 2024|People, Style & Beauty,
IJfke Ridgley (ijfke.com, @ijfkephoto) seamlessly blends her passion for photography with style as our Modern Luxury Hawai‘i Editor-at-Large. The Kaneohe-born adventure-follower has transformed her love for visual storytelling into a thriving career as a fashion, travel, and lifestyle photographer and writer. Here, she answers our Modern Luxury fashion-themed rapid-fire questions.
How would you describe your aesthetic? Colorful and tropical with a vintage 80s vibe
What trends or looks are you loving for fall? I’m loving the return of capri pants and pointy-toed flats
What is your go-to look? When I’m working as a photographer, I want to be in some sort of triathlon-inspired catsuit. In real life, I love a vintage sparkly number and big jewelry
Heels or flats? In my dreams, I’d love to say heels, but living in Hawai‘i definitely flats
Diamonds or pearls? Neither! I’m all about gold and oversized gemstones
What is a surprising fashion pairing that works? I love any sort of fancy top with distressed denim and think that biker shorts can make any look sporty
Who is your style icon or muse? Kelly Wearstler, Diane Kruger, Tamu McPherson
What is the ultimate fashion faux pas? Not knowing the difference between what is trendy and what actually suits you
A trend that needs to die? Any trend can look right on the right person, but in general, I can't stand tiny bags and tiny sunglasses
What can elevate any outfit? Big jewels!
What are your top 3 style tips? 1. Really listen to the things that make your heart sing, trends be damned. 2. It never hurts to be a little sexy. 3. Vintage pieces will really make your closet interesting
What are your top beach-style essentials? A bikini is a complete outfit in my world! But I love to add a mix of bright colors, tropical prints, and sea-inspired jewelry
