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The Indian Eye
NORTH AMERICAN Newsline 30
JULY 10, 2026

Fashion Stylist Bhagyashri Soni Curates Luxury

Wardrobes for Global Leaders and Influential Voices

OUR BUREAU

New York, NY
ashion stylist Bhagyashri Soni continues to
expand her presence in the world of luxury
Fstyling, building a portfolio that extends be-
yond traditional celebrity fashion into the ward-
robes of influential business leaders, authors, and
media personalities.
Among her notable clients is Cheryl McKiss-
ack Daniel, CEO of McKissack & McKissack and
author of “The Black Family Who Built America:
The McKissack’s, Two Centuries of Daring Pio-
neers”. Soni has served as McKissack’s trusted
stylist across a wide range of professional and per-
sonal engagements, creating looks that reflect ele-
gance, confidence, and contemporary luxury.
For McKissack’s high-profile public appear-
ances, Soni curated sophisticated ensembles for
major events, including her book signing at the
Tennessee State Museum, a book signing and
fireside chat at Columbia University, and speak-
ing engagements with The Executive Leadership
Council and HSBC focused on wealth, leadership,
and generational impact. Each appearance was
thoughtfully styled to complement the significance
of the occasion while reinforcing McKissack’s
commanding public presence.
Soni’s styling expertise also extended to all of
McKissack’s appearances at Leading Women De-
fined (LWD) 2026, one of the most respected non-
profit organizations and leadership conferences
dedicated to advancing Black women across indus-
tries. Her carefully assembled wardrobe reflected
the prestige of the event while balancing timeless
sophistication with modern luxury.
Beyond the public stage, Soni has played an in-
tegral role in McKissack’s wardrobe management
through comprehensive closet styling, curating both
her professional and personal fashion. From exec-
utive meetings and public engagements to holiday
travel and off-duty moments, Soni has developed
a cohesive style identity that seamlessly transitions
across every aspect of McKissack’s lifestyle.
Her styling approach incorporates some of the
world’s most prestigious luxury fashion houses, se-
lected pieces from brands including Fendi, Gucci,
Akris, Valentino, Giorgio Armani, Dior, Brunello
Cucinelli to name a few. The result is a wardrobe Throughout her work, Soni has established a
that blends impeccable craftsmanship with refined distinctive style language defined by elegance, lux-
versatility, allowing her client to project confidence ury, and sophistication. As luxury styling increas-
and authenticity in every setting. ingly moves beyond red carpets into boardrooms,
Soni’s client roster also includes Rania Anif- literary events, leadership summits, and global
tos, a music journalist at Billboard magazine. She travel, Soni represents a new generation of image
styled Aniftos for her role as emcee at the National consultants whose work is defined not only by fash-
Association of Minority Contractors (NAMC), de- ion, but by storytelling through personal style. By
livering a polished, contemporary look suited to a crafting wardrobes that align with her clients’ pro-
high-profile stage appearance. The styling reflected fessional achievements and individual identities,
Soni’s ability to create fashion narratives that align she continues to establish herself as a stylist trusted
with her clients’ professional roles while maintain- by accomplished women who lead with influence,
ing a strong sense of individuality and presence. purpose, and distinction.

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