5 Tips To Boss Fashion Week With Matthew Bell
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Make friends with your clients
“All the things I’ve done so far this season, I’ve worked with all of them before and I have good relationships with them. It’s been nice to work with Pringle, for example, to see it develop. Massimo [Nicosia], the designer has just come in a few seasons ago and has done so much. It has been really lovely to see it grow.”
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Enjoy your threads
“At Pringle, I had a khaki and black jumper that looked a little bit like a grandad jumper, but in a good way! And some suede trousers which were delightful. I won’t be wearing them at home but they looked sick.”
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Invent a character
“I did Belstaff this morning wearing a white coat and trousers - I named it “Matt Bell’s picnic on the moon”, because it looked like I could have conquered the moon in it - but it a good way! And I had a little rug, so I thought I could have set up a little picnic on the moon for anyone who wants to join! I’m not fussy who comes.”
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Don’t take it too seriously
“You’re in an incredibly lucky position, getting to wear good clothes for a living so make the most of it. I suppose I’m pretty relaxed about it all. A lot of people take it too seriously, so just plan a bit of time hanging out with your mates so you’re not on your own and have a laugh.”
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Plan your down time
“It’s been a good season, but I’m looking forward to going to Tokyo to cycle around Japan. It’s going to be really good. It’s exciting because I’m going with my friend who I was there with four years ago. I cycled here today - I’m ready for a change.”