NAME: Jon
AGE: 25
OCCUPATION: Documentary Photography / RRL
HOME BASE: Brooklyn
HAT: Vintage
SCARF: Vintage
THERMAL: Ralph Lauren RRL
SHIRT: Ralph Lauren RRL
JACKET: Post Overalls
PANTS: Post Overalls
BOOTS: Vintage Danner
GLOVES: Vintage
Who/what inspires your style?
The romance of the 1940's mixed with 50's - 60's motorcycle culture. I try to put my own spin to a past era.
What movie best captures your style?
The Shawshank Redemption mixed with Great Escape sprinkled with elements of One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest.
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Who has wack style?
To each their own.
What trend do you want to see die?
Conformity.
Most money you ever spent on a single item of clothing?
Christian Louboutins for Lydia, costs the most money and a piece of dignity.
What is your favorite brand?
Brands seem to come and go, as do trends. I try to find pieces that catch my eye instead. I like vintage because most of the time it has no labels inside and no one can run to the store to look like me.
What's the item currently in your closet you most regret buying?
Comme des Garçons work jacket that has been sacrificed to e-Bay.
What do you see as the next big trend?
Homemade clothing. People can finally put their heart into the work.
What is your dream job?
Combat photographer in WWII.
Who is your dream date?
Lydia. I mean you really have to meet her.
Last book read?
King Leopold's Ghost - based on the colonization of the congo.
What is your trendproof style advice for our readers?
Be original, be yourself, if you wear a certain style put a bit of yourself into it so you don't look processed.
How has the recession affected your life?
I stopped buying items that I can live without and started making plans to become Bonnie & Clyde.
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