Built like Thor: The artist who wears Chris Hemsworth's hand-me-downs
Each week, we quiz a prominent person about their style and the inspiration behind it. Ahead, artist Otis Hope Carey.
How would you describe your style? It's somewhere between indie surf and arty. My personal style is influenced by my easy-going attitude towards life. Some days I'll dress up, and others I'm barefoot in board shorts.
What's the oldest thing in your wardrobe? A pair of black Prada dress shoes that are probably nine years old. I still wear them.
And the most recent addition? A black cashmere jacket from Acne.
What would you wear … on a first date? Cargo shorts, a cool tee, slides and a nice watch. … on a plane? I recently flew to Bali and wore a pair of light workout shorts with a tee, oversized jumper and slides. … on the red carpet? I'll wear a suit that Chris Hemsworth gave me. We're good friends and he gave me five of his old suits that had been custom-made in Italy.
What's your favourite fashion era? It's now. I'm 37, and it has taken me this long to know who I am and what I'm comfortable wearing.
Who are your favourite designers? I've always loved Acne, and I've got a lot of Carhartt in my wardrobe. I've surfed my whole life, so I've got broad shoulders and the cuts of those labels fit my body well. I live in Myocum, near Byron Bay, and I'm always painting and doing stuff around the property; I'll throw a Carhartt jacket on in the morning and I'm done.
What's your fragrance of choice? Maison Margiela's 'Replica by the Fireplace'.
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