Today we’d like to introduce you to Joshua Alan Clark.
Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
Absolutely! Growing up on the island of Puerto Rico, I was always fascinated by the entertainment industry. I knew I wanted to be a part of it, but I wasn’t quite sure how. In my late teens, I explored singing and songwriting, but quickly realized it wasn’t where my passion truly lived. That curiosity eventually led me to acting appearing in commercials for brands like Coca-Cola, Honda, and Tostitos, and working as a background actor in films such as “The Rum Diary” starring Johnny Depp, “Runner Runner” starring Justin Timberlake, and Disney Channel’s “Teen Beach Movie” starring Ross Lynch.
Through those experiences and the relationships I built, I ended up being referred for the position of Assistant to the Producer and Executive Producer of DisneyChannel’s “Teen Beach 2”. It was during my time working on the film where I developed a curiosity for the Wardrobe Department – I was fascinated by how clothing helped shape each character’s development within the film’s story and how greatly it influenced the magic on screen.
This newfound passion led me to launch a blog, Solstizio di Moda, where I shared my personal style and shared anecdotes of working in the film industry. This quickly led to collaborating styling shoots with local photographers. One of my first projects was styling the images for the “There’s No Other Girl” EP by singer, Calma Carmona.
Soon after the film wrapped production, I decided to make the leap into fashion by moving to New York through my university’s exchange program and landed an internship at Marie Claire Magazine. Here I was able to shadow industry giants like Nina Garcia, Patti Wilson, and Kyle Anderson. That eventually opened doors to freelance assisting other editors and stylists for publications like VOGUE, teenVOGUE, W Magazine, Interview Magazine. I also had the incredible opportunity to assist during New York Fashion Week working with legendary stylists Marie-Amélie Sauvé for Diesel Black Gold and Katy England for Givenchy.
After two formative years in New York, I relocated to Los Angeles and quickly learned that the focus here was on celebrity styling. My first gig once in Los Angeles was assisting Law Roach for Ariana Grande’s Dangerous Woman World Tour. Since then, I’ve continued to learn from top stylists like Nico Amarca, Storm Pablo, and Karolyn Pho, while building my own portfolio and voice as a stylist.
Today, I’m proud to be building a body of work that reflects the range and depth of my experiences. I’ve had the opportunity to style a diverse array of talent including Sebastian Stan, Kehlani, Austin Mahone, Thúy, Zane Phillips, Allie X, Tanerélle, La Cruz, Drumaq, Wayne Coyne, Jimmy Tatro, Y’lan Noel, and many others. My work has been featured in publications such as Los Angeles Magazine, Notion, F*ck*ng Young!, Schön!, Numéro Netherlands, The Perfect Man, A Book Of, Gay Times, RAIN, MMScene, and more. Beyond editorial and celebrity styling, my versatility has allowed me to expand into commercial work — most notably serving as lead stylist for all e-commerce and campaigns for maxbone from 2020 to 2024, including special collaborations with Disney, Netflix/Shondaland’s Bridgerton, Christian Cowan, Fred Segal, Kule, and Prince Tennis. Whether I’m creating a look for a magazine cover, a music video, or a fashion campaign, I approach each project with the same goal: to tell a story through style that feels both personal and powerful.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
It definitely wasn’t a smooth road. Breaking into fashion — especially coming from Puerto Rico, without financial support from family or industry connections — meant I had to hustle hard and carve out my own path. When I first moved to New York, I was juggling unpaid internships, full-time college classes, and a minimum wage retail job on the weekends. There were times I genuinely questioned whether it would all be worth it. On top of that, the fast-paced, competitive energy of the city was a major culture shock — but it also taught me resilience and sharpened my work ethic in ways nothing else could.
Then came the move to LA, where I had to essentially start over and learn an entirely different side of the industry. Celebrity styling is its own beast — high pressure, fast turnarounds, and a constant demand to evolve and stay ahead. One of the biggest challenges has been staying true to my creative voice while still meeting each client’s unique needs and expectations. But every obstacle has shaped me — I’ve learned how to pivot, how to trust my instincts, and most importantly, how to keep showing up, even when the road isn’t clear.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
Absolutely. At my core, I’m a stylist who’s passionate about using clothing as a form of storytelling. Whether it’s styling an artist for a performance, styling a talent for a red carpet, styling an editorial shoot, or styling a commercial campaign, I approach each project with the intention of capturing emotion, identity, and narrative through wardrobe. I don’t believe in dressing people just to look good or on trend — I want them to feel powerful, seen, and authentic in what they’re wearing.
Some of my most memorable projects have been styling Sebastian Stan for the cover of Los Angeles Magazine, where I had the chance to merge classic Hollywood with a modern edge, and working with Kehlani for their “While We Wait 2” album and the U.S. leg of their Crash Tour — creating looks that felt both elevated and true to their evolving identity as an artist.
I think what sets my work apart is my range and ability to adapt — I pull from my background in entertainment, fashion, and storytelling to create visuals that are editorially sharp, emotionally resonant, and always tailored to the individual. At the end of the day, it’s not just about the clothes. It’s about using fashion to make people feel like the most powerful version of themselves while telling their story.
We’d love to hear about any fond memories you have from when you were growing up?
One of my favorite childhood memories is watching my mom and grandma put together outfits. My mom always had this elevated sense of style — professional, put-together, but still fashionable and expressive. Whether she was getting ready for work or an event, she carried herself with such elegance and intention, and I was always fascinated by how her outfits reflected her mood or purpose.
My grandma, on the other hand, was deeply elegant in a more classic way — especially for church. There was something so powerful in the way they both used clothing to present themselves to the world. Even as a kid, I could sense that what they wore wasn’t just about looking nice — it was about dignity, pride, and identity. Those memories really shaped my understanding of style as a form of communication, long before I ever knew I wanted to be a stylist.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.joshualanclark.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshualanclark
Image Credits
Portraits by Trevor Paul
