WHY DO YOU WEAR DASHING?

“I’d been following Dashing Tweeds on social media and always thought I’d treat myself to something one day. Then lockdown happened! Guy had started doing live videos on instagram, and I had plenty of time so I reached out to him and to my surprise he was very responsive. 

We had a video call where we discussed our love of clothes and he made me see things in a different way, a more vibrant way. I explained my struggle to find clothing I like for the summer. After an enjoyable discussion we decided on a Curtis cloth summer suit. After that I was hooked and am delighted to say I have many suits. My business is called Dashing Blades so we lovingly refer to our collaborations as Double Dashing. “

HOW DO YOU DEFINE YOURSELF THROUGH YOUR CLOTHING?

“I wear clothes for myself. I often get people giving positive comments which is lovely. My thinking is that we’re not on the planet for very long so you may as well live the best life you can and clothing is part of that. 

As I’ve gotten older my clothes have become more vibrant and DT ticks all the boxes. I love choosing what I’m going to wear depending on how I’m feeling so the clothing reflects my mood. 

Having my own business which is barbering I want people to know they are getting quality and like a great meal the first taste is with the eye, so people can tell if someone or something is authentic just by seeing it. A fine suit in a fine fabric works perfectly.”

WHAT DOES STYLE MEAN TO YOU?

“Style creates a sense of independence. Everyone has their own vibe. I love styles from the past but with a modern twist. I love the cut of a fine 3 piece suit although I prefer a longer more Edwardian jacket than the classic modern suit, it’s just a personal preference. 

My style generally comes from my imagination, old photos and sometimes TV or film. I don’t try to be a particular era or style it just mixes together. 

To me that’s what style means. A blend of inspiration and imagination mixed together through the filter of your own personality.”