08.06.2012

Tinie Tempah wears Cutler and Gross on MR PORTER The Look

By Sam Mohammadi
In his classic black 0772 Cutler and Gross spectacles Tinie Tempah spoke to MR PORTER about his new foray into British menswear. Words by Mr Alex Bilmes, editor of British Esquire for Mrporter.com

“He’s often pegged as the latest example of the straightforward English dandy, but that’s another stereotype he’s keen to subvert. His style is more nuanced. It has grown out of hip-hop’s sportswear label fetish, the tradition of London football casuals, his visits to hipster style capitals such as Stockholm, as well as a respect for the traditions of British tailoring.”

Photography by Mr Angelo Pennetta | Styling by Mr Dan May

“In fact so influential is his look, the thick-rimmed Harry Palmer specs, the natty bow ties, the box-fresh trainers, that he is on the committee for London Collections: Men, the three-day British menswear showcase that kicks off on 15 June, where Disturbing London will be having a party to celebrate.”

Photography by Mr Angelo Pennetta | Styling by Mr Dan May