Angelica Streetman: Queen of Roses

Angelica Streetman je multitalentovana kreativka čiji život i karijera balansiraju između manekenstva, muzike i modnog sveta. Sa bazom u Los Anđelesu, ona neumorno istražuje različite kreativne sfere, pronalazeći inspiraciju u umetnosti, putovanjima i svakodnevnom životu u ubrzanom gradu. Angelica je poznata po svom samopouzdanju, autentičnosti i sposobnosti da balansira više karijera, pritom zadržavajući strast i energiju u svemu što radi. U ovom intervjuu, ona otkriva kako je Los Anđeles oblikovao njen pogled na svet, šta je naučila radeći u modnoj industriji, kako je muzika promenila njen život, i kako stil i moda reflektuju njenu ličnost.

Vi živite u Los Anđelesu. Kako je Los Anđeles oblikovao vaš život i vaš pogled na svet? Šta volite u njemu, a šta možda ne volite?

Los Anđeles me je oblikovao na mnogo načina. Otvorio mi je vrata za koja nisam ni sanjala i podstakao me da postanem disciplinovanija, samosvesnija i organizovanija verzija sebe. Život u LA izložio me je bezbrojnim prilikama u različitim kreativnim poljima, a upoznala sam i neke izuzetno inspirativne ljude koji su sada bliski prijatelji i osećaju se kao porodica.

Najviše volim u LA stalnu mogućnost da se nešto stvara. Uvek se nešto dešava, bilo da je reč o modi, muzici ili umetnosti, i ta energija je zarazna. Ipak, mogla bih bez saobraćaja i povremenog haosa koji dolazi sa životom u tako brzom gradu.

Čemu vas je manekenstvo naučilo? Koji aspekti modne industrije su vas najviše oblikovali?

Manekenstvo me je naučilo, pre svega, koliko je važna ljubav prema sebi i samopouzdanje. U ovoj industriji često čujete mnogo više „ne“ nego „da“, i bez jakog osećaja sopstvene vrednosti lako možete biti obeshrabreni. Naučila sam da ne uzimam odbijanje lično, što je bio veliki deo mog profesionalnog i ličnog rasta.

Takođe sam naučila koliko je važno zauzeti se za sebe. Nisu svi u industriji ljubazni ili obzirni, i poznavanje sopstvene vrednosti i granica je neophodno. Ove lekcije su me oblikovale ne samo profesionalno, već i lično.

Pored rada kao manekenka, radite i kao DJ. Kako je počela vaša muzička karijera i kako uspevate da balansirate više karijera?

Muzika je oduvek bila deo mog života. Odrasla sam s gitarom i klavirom, tako da mi je muzika uvek delovala prirodno. Jedne večeri sam provodila vreme sa prijateljicom koja je DJ, i zamolila sam je da mi pokaže nekoliko stvari. Odmah sam se zaljubila u to i od tog trenutka se sve promenilo.

Balansiranje više karijera može biti izazovno, posebno jer radim u nekoliko oblasti pored manekenstva i DJinga. Imam ADD, pa kada se duboko fokusiram na jedan projekat, moram vrlo namerno da budem organizovana. Oslanjam se na liste, podsetnike i strukturu kako ništa ne bi propustila. Može biti zahtevno, ali vredi jer pratim sve čime sam strastveno posvećena.

Postoji li opasnost od preopterećenja kada radite u više oblasti? Da li ste ikada doživeli burnout i kako se nosite sa pritiskom?

Apsolutno postoji opasnost od preopterećenja kada radite u više oblasti. Burnout je stvaran i, kada ga dostignete, teško je oporaviti se.

Kada počnem da osećam burnout, fokusiram se na prizemljenje. To često znači provoditi vreme u prirodi, negovati telo, biti aktivna i napraviti korak unazad da reorganizujem obaveze. Razbijanje zadataka na manje delove čini sve manje preplavljujućim i omogućava mi da napravim zdravije sisteme kako bih izbegla burnout u budućnosti.

Putovanja su veliki deo vašeg života. Koje destinacije su vas najviše oblikovale?

Putovanja su oduvek bila jedna od mojih najvećih ljubavi. Samo 2025. sam obavila više od 75 letova, što i dalje zvuči neverovatno. Iako sam imala sreću da posetim mnogo neverovatnih mesta, jedno od odredišta koje me je najviše oblikovalo nalazi se zapravo u SAD-u.

Zaljubila sam se u Havaje prvi put kada sam ih posetila 2018. ili 2019. Tamo postoji nešto zaista magično. Energija je drugačija od svega što sam ranije doživela. Pejzaži su zadivljujući, ljudi izuzetno ljubazni i topli, a hrana jedna od mojih omiljenih u svetu. Havaji su mi pokazali nivo lepote i dobrote koji nosim sa sobom gde god da idem.

Koliko vam je moda važna i kako biste opisali svoj lični stil?

Moda mi je veoma važna jer je vidim kao oblik izražavanja. Volim kako odeća može potpuno promeniti osećaj, gotovo kao da svaki dan ulazim u drugačiji karakter.

Moj lični stil zavisi od raspoloženja i dosta se promenio u poslednjih nekoliko godina. Nekad je to streetwear sa baggy pantalonama, crop topom i oversized jaknom. Nekad je to athleisure, obično Alo set sa Ugg čizmama i vezanom punđom kada sam u pokretu. A ponekad se odlučim za sofisticiraniju modu koja je elegantna, ali i dalje seksi.

Verujem da kada dobro izgledate, osećate se dobro, a kada se osećate dobro, radite dobre stvari. Ipak, takođe duboko cenim dobar komplet za vežbanje i udobnost kada je trenutak za to.

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You are based in Los Angeles. How has Los Angeles shaped your life and point of view? What do you like about it and what do you maybe dislike?

Los Angeles has shaped me in so many ways. It opened doors I never imagined and pushed me to grow into a more disciplined, self-aware, and structured version of myself. Being in LA has exposed me to countless opportunities across different creative fields, and I have met some incredibly inspiring people who are now close friends and feel like family.

What I love most about LA is the constant possibility. There is always something being created, whether it’s in fashion, music, or art, and that energy is contagious. That said, I could definitely do without the traffic and the occasional chaos that comes with living in such a fast-moving city.

What has being a model taught you? Which aspects of the fashion industry have formed you?

Modeling has taught me the importance of self-love and confidence more than anything else. In this industry, you often hear far more no’s than yes’s, and without a strong sense of self, it can easily wear you down. Learning not to take rejection personally has been a huge part of my growth.

It has also taught me how important it is to stand up for yourself. Not everyone in the industry is kind or considerate, and knowing your worth and your boundaries is essential. Those lessons have shaped me not just professionally, but personally as well.

Besides working as a model, you are also working as a DJ. How did your music career start, and how have you been able to balance several career paths?

Music has always been a part of my life. I grew up playing guitar and piano, so it has always felt very natural to me. One night, I was spending time with a friend who is a DJ, and while we were hanging out, I asked her to teach me a few things. I fell in love with it instantly, and from that moment on, everything shifted.

Balancing multiple career paths can definitely be challenging, especially since I work in several areas beyond modeling and DJing. I have ADD, so when I am deeply focused on one project, I need to be very intentional about staying organized. I rely heavily on lists, reminders, and structure to make sure nothing falls through the cracks. It can be demanding, but it’s worth it to pursue everything I’m passionate about.

Is there a danger of being overwhelmed when working in multiple fields? Have you ever experienced burnout, and how do you handle pressure?

There is absolutely a danger of becoming overwhelmed when working across multiple fields. Burnout is very real, and once you hit it, it can be difficult to recover from.

When I start feeling burnt out, I focus on grounding myself. That often means spending time in nature, nourishing my body, staying active, and stepping back to reorganize my workload. Breaking things down into manageable pieces helps everything feel less overwhelming and allows me to create healthier systems so I can avoid burnout in the future.

Travel is a big part of your everyday life. Which destinations have shaped your world the most?

Travel has always been one of my greatest loves. In 2025 alone, I took over 75 flights, which still feels surreal to say. While I have been lucky enough to visit so many incredible places, one of the destinations that has impacted me the most is actually here in the United States.

I fell in love with Hawaii the first time I visited in 2018 or 2019. There is something truly magical about the islands. The energy is unlike anything I have experienced elsewhere. The landscapes are breathtaking, the people are incredibly kind and warm, and the food is some of my favorite in the world. Hawaii showed me a level of beauty and kindness that I carry with me wherever I go.

How important is fashion to you, and how would you describe your personal style?

Fashion is very important to me because I see it as a form of expression. I love how clothing can completely shift how you feel, almost like stepping into a different character depending on the day.

My personal style really depends on my mood and has evolved a lot over the past few years. Some days it’s streetwear with baggy pants, a cropped top, and an oversized jacket. Other days it’s athleisure, usually an Alo set with Uggs and a slicked-back bun when I’m on the go. And then there are moments where I lean into elevated fashion that feels classy but still sexy.

I truly believe that when you look good, you feel good, and when you feel good, you do good. That said, I also deeply appreciate a great sweat set and being comfortable when the moment calls for it.

Team:
Model: Angelica Streetman 
Photographer:  Perazna @perazna 
Photo editor: Anastasia Vakhitova @retoucher_vakhitova
Hair: Dustin Baker
Makeup: Leyla Hayauri 
Set Design: Manerk Studios
Styling: Claire Davis: @clairedavis
Creative Director: Nebo Uyanwah 
Agency: @ikonmanagement