D’office Threads have interviewed Darius on his
taste and opinions of fashion.
How has sport impacted Darius where style is
concerned? When I started sport I used to wear
only tracksuits and baggy clothes. Some clothes
that I brought when I was 16 still fit me now as I
used to buy it so big!As I’ve gotten older I have
changed my style, I am still mostly in tracksuits
and sportswear but when I get the chance my
style is more fitted and smart, I even wear my top
button done up!
Does Darius have a different style in and out
of media spot light? Not really, obviously I will
dress up more when attending an event but
more often than not I’ll be dressed fairly casual.
Does he spend more on clothes now he is
famous? The job I do allows me to earn the income to buy good quality clothes more often but
I w ouldn’t say I spend more.
What’s the most he has spent on an item of
clothes? £550
Is an ethical brand important? I wouldn’t necessarily go in search of an ethical brand but if
I knew people were being exploited to make
clothes for a certain shop/designer then I would
avoid shopping there.
If he was left on a desert Island, what item of
clothing would he have to keep? My boxers!
Gotta protect my modesty at all times, even on a
desert island!
What is his favourite outfit? I love wearing a
suit, it’s not often I get to dress smart and I always feel good when I do.
Does Darius have a favourite Brand? Dolce
and Gabana and Tom Ford
What would he say influences consumers in
buying an expensive item of clothes? As a
man it’s quite difficult to look different and stand
out subtly without it looking like you are trying
too hard, there’s nothing worse than going out
and seeing another guy in the same top as you!
I tend to go for simplistic items that will last me
and are of a really good quality so I can still wear
it in years to come. I always say buy cheap, buy
twice!
Whose image inspires Darius? Idris Elba or Tine
Tempa
What does he feel doesn’t look good on a
man? Skinny jeans
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