It's about the reaction sparked within me when I see something or put it on.
On TDP you have curated a beautiful collection of images and apparel from around the world. What qualities do you deem valuable in fashion, style, and visual aesthetics? How does an item of clothing capture your attention? It's not one particular thing--it's about the reaction sparked within me when I see something or put it on. That being said, I appreciate luxury, balance and restraint, and things with an offbeat sense of humor. The primary impetus behind this interview is a concern on our part that accessorizing in menswear, particularly jewelry, is an area lacking in creativity and diversity on a mainstream level. Men are often relegated to a very homogenized selection of goods. What are your opinions on the selection of accessories made available to men in the broader public through popular retailers? Retailers are starting to offer a broader set of options in terms of accessories for men, which is a good sign. But I personally don't restrict myself to what is marketed to men. A lot of my accessories are women's or custom, and I repurpose certain things in different
ways (e.g. kimono belts and belly dancing belts as necklaces). Would you agree or disagree with the opinion that artfully crafted menswear accessories are out of the reach of the broader pubic due to their largely costly nature and locational exclusivity (i.e. high-end stores in cosmopolitan urban centers)? Possibly, but as I said previously, I don't let that limit me. Options can be found in unlikely places, and with a little resourcefulness, you can make your own accessories too. Do you believe that it is possible for men to compile a nice collection of accessories in a cost effective way? Yes. Be resourceful in your search, and go for quality and design integrity, not quantity. How to you go about acquiring accessories for your own wardrobe? I typically shop with something in mind that I'm looking for, sparked from an idea or an inspiration