A final year medical student at Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, and also the founder of ‘Reforming Anatomy’, a project that allows him to interlink art with surgery, here the style-star shares his versatile, trendy and always original style
Understanding your body is the key to looking good and a trait found amongst all impeccably dressed fashionistas. While people shy away from talking about their bodies, these brave souls explain how they work their anatomies to their advantage
How would you describe your body type?
I would say I am slim.
Has your body type changed over the last five years?
To be honest, it hasn’t at all!
How has your style changed over the years?
As I’ve gotten older, travelled and experimented, I’ve discovered my own sense of style and stepped away from labels. Someone would have to pay me a lot of money to sport an oversized horse on my chest. Instead of uncontrolled purchases, I seek individual pieces that will integrate well into a minimalist, capsule wardrobe.
How do you dress your body according to your body type?
I prefer tailored fits. It’s especially difficult to find trousers that fit, so most of my formalwear is bespoke. For casual wear, I’ll ‘oversize’, but there’s definitely a right and wrong way to do it. Top tip: if you normally wear a size small, go up two sizes and oversize with a large, not a medium. Obviously, this is only for the upper half — wearing jeans two sizes bigger will make you look ridiculous.
In your opinion what is the biggest mistake a person can make while dressing?
I guess, following the masses and wearing pieces that you are not comfortable in — it always shows!
What is your favourite trend this season?
Increasingly, we are seeing prints in menswear — even on suits. Not everyone will be immediately comfortable with this, but it’s a (very progressive) breath of fresh air. Also, pyjama style shirts — who wouldn’t want an excuse to wear pyjamas to work?
Which items do you consider wardrobe essentials?
A camel-coloured coat, versatile trainers that you can dress-up or dress-down, and well-fitted, good quality, plain, crew neck t-shirts in the essential colours (white, grey, black, navy and burgundy).
Which styles and cuts do you consider a big fashion faux pas?
I would say, deep, v-neck t-shirts, and ostentatious buckles often seen on belts and shoes.
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