Charles Gregory - May Member of the Month

Charles Gregory is an innovative fashion stylist based in Philadelphia, PA. He is the creative force behind the Charles Gregory 1948 Signature Collection of custom designs and is also the motivating force behind the House of Charles Gregory where he has a dynamic dream styling team that he instructs to pay attention to detail to ensure his clients are satisfied with their image.

His pieces have been worn by business professionals and notable celebrities such as comedian David Chapelle, former Philadelphia Eagle Hugh Douglas, R&B sensation Carl Thomas, former professional football players Orlando Pace, Eddie George and more… His portfolio ranges from fashion editorials to billboard advertisements, news stands, red carpets, music videos, reality television shows, album covers, and has styled for the likes of Nik and Jade from Americas Next Top Model, Grammy Award nominee Raheem Devaughn, Grammy Award producer/composer Brian–Michael Cox, notable athlete B. London of the NY Giants, writer/actor Hill Harper, dignitaries such as Kevin Powell and Philadelphia’s soul duo “Kindred the Family Soul,” in which he manages the brand as an image coach and wardrobe specialist.

Charles Gregory has done work for television on the reality TV show entitled, “Makin It Philly Reality”.  In addition to being a Fashion Director and Fashion Writer for the “Avenue Report Magazine;” a men’s fashion and lifestyle publication targeting men of color with discriminating taste. Charles Gregory chic styles have appeared on the runways of Philadelphia Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week, Temple University Hair and Fashion Show in which he played a major role in the overall production to secure over 6500 attendees that landed him a position to host P. Diddy’s Citizen Change “Vote or Die” campaign in Philadelphia.

Charles Gregory has a unique blend of style that mixes vintage accents with versatile sophistication that keeps his clientele on the cutting edge of fashion. He contributes his success to being a “learned visionary” that is passionate about fashion, image and branding. He is a proud member of the Association of Image Consultants International (AICI) and is active in the OH/PA Chapter. Charles Gregory received his certification from Joyce Knudsen, Ph.D.; a nationally respected image professional with 30 years experience. In addition to this certification, Charles Gregory also holds Bachelors and Masters Degrees from Temple University, multiple fashion awards, and certifications in business and education. Charles Gregory asserts, “I have a voice and I want the world to hear what I have to say; not to mention that… I’m fashionable and incredibly sexy.” He shares that if he feels this way he hopes his clientele does also.

While his versatility and talent for merging edgy with vintage-chic keeps him on the cutting edge and in high demand, Charles Gregory’s dynamic personality and positive energy sets him apart from the rest. He is an active collaborator and can bring a unique perspective and insight to any needs of the production including creative direction, set design, shoot production, and casting to name a few.

Currently, he is the fashion spokesperson for the web series “3 Guys Don’t Lie,” and the independently produced television show “Fashionably 5.” He's made a cameo appearance on the reality TV Show “Makin It Philly” that aired on Bounce-TV and WMCN-TV to over 2.5 million viewers. I hosted the Philadelphia based magazine entitled “streettalkin.com,” where he not only contributes his fashion sense, but commentary to host large scale events. Some notable accomplishments are Joan Shepp’s Fashion exhibit and showcase, Philadelphia Style Magazine 10th Year Anniversary Gala, Fashion Up held at Pearl and “Street Style,” a televised segment that interviews local Philadelphians on the street to receive feedback about fashion and current trends. Mr. Gregory's most recent and major accomplishment in the production field was the creation of the docu-series, Muslimahs & Philadelphia. This has allowed me to garner credits in becoming an acknowledged producer in the UN-scripted development pipeline for the Lifetime network in which the show became a semi-finalist winner at the NYTVF. This offered me a broader understanding in not only network programming but also, industry and marketing dynamics (official announcement).

Charles Gregory not only fulfills his responsibility as a fashion stylist, fashion writer and fashion commentator and educator but, he also inspires and lifts the morale of everyone around him to achieve their greatest creative capabilities.

My experience at PhillyCAM:
I believe PhillyCAM is one of the most supportive collaboratives for talent with in the visual arts. The support and education I received, I strongly believed was the missing link needed for my ultimate success in Television Production. I thank all of the PC Members and staff who has supported my growth and allowed me the outlet to utilize my creative vision to help not only my own visions but also, help other members in developing their productions and Television dreams. I am extremely thankful for these opportunities and I made a promise to myself that I will use any spare time I have to help others with the talent acquired here at P.C. Thanx again for such a wonderful acknowledgment and, with that I have to thank my 1212 Family as, they helped make this possible for me to be recognized as Member of the Month.

Fashionably Yours,
Charles Gregory M.A.,
Associate Member AICI
Fashion Stylist & Image Specialist