I put the white frames on and I turn into an avant-garde architect-in-training from Tokyo in Manila for a site inspection.While I was searching for photos of the Stussy Coltranes, I stumbled upon these Stussy x Hiroshi Fujiwara sunglasses, which echo the classic wayfarer silhouette, but with a more rounded shape:
First RVCA, now Stussy, these skater/surfer brands are starting to bleep on my radar.I got interviewed by the darling Freya of Agent Dreamer a couple of days ago. Check out the interview here. She makes me sound so insightful, I love it.
EDIT: The interview, for your reading enjoyment.
What made you start The Dandy Project?
I had been posting outfits on The Fashion Spot for quite some time then, but I needed a venue to discuss my views on fashion and style at length. I wanted to go deeper into the subject, and I wanted a space to call my own. Also, my friend Michelle who started her blog before I did inspired me to start a blog.
What is your favourite? Typical or Atypical?
I'd take atypical any given day, it's just more fun to be different. I think people should wear whatever makes them happy, even if it isn't what others believe is beautiful. That's why I'm so against makeover shows that turn people into the typical mall-styled clones. Oftentimes, the "before" looks have much more character and depth than the made-over looks.
Your favourite quote regarding fashion?
"Win or lose, we go shopping after the election!"---Imelda Marcos
Style icons (online, offline, celebrity, anyone)?
There must be a new one for me every week. It's mostly stylish people I see on the street, especially when I travel. At the top of my list now are the Londoners and the Japanese. People watching is one of my all-time hobbies.
What is your shopping mantra?
If it feels right, go for it!
You draw inspiration from...?
from the runway, to street style, to films, to magazines, to my friends, to just random thoughts inside my head.
Favourite designers, if any?
I'm currently harboring a liking for Dries Van Noten and Raf Simons. I also have a thing for cool mid-range designers such as APC, Opening Ceremony, and The Kooples, all great designs without the ridiculous prices. Eairth by Melissa Dizon, a Filipino designer, is something worth looking out for. Other designers would be Martin Margiela, Junya Watanabe for CDG, Lucas Ossendrijver for Lanvin, Nicholas Ghesquiere for Balenciaga, Stefano Pilati for YSL, Ann Demeulemeester and Miuccia Prada.
Current songs on your playlist?
I Don't Feel Like Dancing by The Scissor Sisters, Standing in the Way of Control by The Gossip, the soundtrack to Jersey Boys, Dis-lui Non by Francoise Hardy, and Kanye West.
You have been lately posting photos wearing your own designs. What is your advice for people who are trying to find their style?
I'd say experiment, experiment, experiment. It's the only way you'll find what you really love, what speaks of who you are. If you come to make some bad decisions along the way, that only means funny pictures to look back at. And take pictures of what you wear, even if just for personal reference. You can track down your progress through the months. You will also see more clearly what works for you and what doesn't, somehow the camera is much more objective than the mirror.