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story and Styling by Abdiel Gonzalez
photography by Dan Austin
hair and makeup by Amy Meyer from Moxie Salon
lighting by Paul Bostrom
All wardrobe provided ...
DENIM: THE NEW SUMMER WARDROBE STAPLE
Styling and men’s grooming by Abdiel Gonzalez
Photography by Philip Pietri
Women’s hair and makeup by Yolanda Floyd at ...
From a young age, Abdiel Gonzalez was inspired by design and art, and influenced by the colorful culture of his native Hawaii. After moving to Florida in his teens, Abdiel formed an award-winning dance company, No Confusion, for which he received national recognition. His love of fashion developed while earning a bachelor’s in business administration at Florida Southern College. He has managed multimillion-dollar retail establishments, designed stage costumes, and styled high-profile photo shoots. Currently, Abdiel and his wife Kristy own and operate 5th and Hall, a modern clothing store for men and women. 5th and Hall is located in Lakeland's Dixieland neighborhood.
