Thomas Vincent is the man behind the Roger & Owl brand, which he launched in 2014. This rock-chic brand was supported by the famous Parisian recording studio Omega, which is how the brand quickly entered the world of French celebrities and became known.
In this InCompany by Attire Club interview, Thomas discusses his background, his inspiration and his brand.
What can you tell us about your background? How did you grow up and how did you become a fashion designer?
Thomas Vincent: I’m 24 years old. Even though I studied in business school, since I was little I wanted to become a rock star!
After a normal adolescence, I became passionate about fashion and entrepreneurship and I immediately found this line of work to be a combination that suited me. I worked for a Parisian recording studio that allowed me to build strong relationships with people who supported me and who still support me.
Subsequently, I went to Australia and had a real revelation. I found a passion and a fighting spirit that I could not find at home in Paris at the time. Culture, art and fashion have rocked my journey and this experience remains the most beautiful of my life. When I came back, I wanted to continue feeling this magic through this new story and the Roger & Owl community.
Who or what is your main inspiration in your creative process?
TV: Daily life inspires me! I draw my imagination from music, the world of tattooing, urban culture and human encounters.
I do not study what is “in fashion”. I do what I like and work with I find beautiful. Of course, beauty is relative, but I always work on the finishes and the the small details that allow my creations to have a story to tell. Not mine, but the artists I work with and especially of the people wear our clothes.
Who is the Roger & Owl customer?
TV: The Roger & Owl’s customer is above all a passionate about life. He is also an open person and aware of all the artistic talent that can gravitate to the streets around us. It is someone who wants to belong to a strong and generous community but who does not necessarily find himself in something already existing.
How would you describe your personal style?
TV: I do not really have a “pre-established” style. I like contrasts and change. I can very well be wearing streetwear like wearing a completely rock outfit. The bottom line is to love what you wear.
What do you think will be the next big thing in men’s fashion?
TV: I think the more time passes, the more we seek to return to the basics with simple, effective and above all good, quality clothes. We are back in a very old school style and I really like that. I do not know what will happen later, but we will continue to work in our universe and focus on more and more limited edition products to bring the uniqueness of our community forward.
Thank you!
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