In THE LOOK, OC friends drop by to try on our favorite new arrivals and tell us about their wardrobe preferences past and present.
This week longtime OC friend and brilliant stylist Benjamin Sturgill stopped by our office to discuss his new magazine Everything. As far as style goes, Ben is not only a household name in the land of Opening Ceremony but for the fashion world at large. His venture is more of a beautiful book than a magazine, dedicated to a focus on editorial imagery and forgoing the typical fashion publication format of trends and advertising. The issue features a cavalcade of artists such as Mark Gonzales, Chloë Sevigny, Lizzi Bougatsos, Katherine Bernhardt, and Tony Cox as well as some of fashion's best talent like Chad Pitman, Holli Smith, Cris Moor, and OC’s longtime family member Christelle De Castro. As Everything Magazine’s mission statement declares and we concur; “Everything is open. Everything is inclusive. Everything is reaching. Everything is everything we love.”
Name: Benjamin Cole Sturgill
Hometown: BumFuck, West Virginia
What look are you into at the moment? "Moments" don't really apply at this point in my life, but somewhat Euro leisure, but a little sleazy—Dries, Prada, Comme des Garçons, and something really cheap or thrifty has been my steez for awhile. For the kids, I don't go out much these days, but it seems Drag and dressing up to go out are making a big comeback. It makes me happy to see some individuality.
What look were you into in high school? Basic prep, then The Breakfast Club and The Lost Boys had a big impact on me. By senior year I was basically dressed like John Bender: vintage overcoats, torn jeans, jean jacket, white T-shirt, and boots—everyday. I got more experimental in college, sorta Dead Head mixed with alternative. Docs and a wrap skirt were a go-to.
Most regrettable fashion moment? I have no regrets.
Your three wardrobe essentials? There seems to always be something Dries in my closet or suitcase, my Omega Seamaster, and Annick Goutal's "Eau du Fier" fragrance. It's discontinued now. I bought five bottles when I found out!
Most prized piece in your wardrobe? A Vail, Colorado T-shirt I got in the late 80's... It's made it all these years! It's basically sewn onto another T-shirt at this point.
Favorite spots to shop? I rarely go clothes shopping for myself, I mostly pick up things as I work. In NY it's mostly Barney's and OC of course! I look for vintage online, I don't have the patience to rummage these days. For furniture & design I love Matter NYC & Galerie Half in LA. Also obsessed with Johnson Trading Gallery, but it's still a bit out of my league.
Who are your style icons? Dick Cavett, Gloria Vanderbilt, Morrissey, and Siouxsie.
Any style pet peeves? I'm pretty forgiving, but women unable to walk in their heels is a terrible look. If you can't do it gracefully or drunk, then take it down an inch or two. For the guys… I can't stand this half-shaved haircut all the boys are getting and I'm afraid we're going to have to endure it as long we did the Fauxhawk
When and why did you move to NYC? I moved to NY to be an artist, but fell into fashion a few years in. I made the right choice. The fashion world is far more
This week longtime OC friend and brilliant stylist Benjamin Sturgill stopped by our office to discuss his new magazine Everything. As far as style goes, Ben is not only a household name in the land of Opening Ceremony but for the fashion world at large. His venture is more of a beautiful book than a magazine, dedicated to a focus on editorial imagery and forgoing the typical fashion publication format of trends and advertising. The issue features a cavalcade of artists such as Mark Gonzales, Chloë Sevigny, Lizzi Bougatsos, Katherine Bernhardt, and Tony Cox as well as some of fashion's best talent like Chad Pitman, Holli Smith, Cris Moor, and OC’s longtime family member Christelle De Castro. As Everything Magazine’s mission statement declares and we concur; “Everything is open. Everything is inclusive. Everything is reaching. Everything is everything we love.”
Name: Benjamin Cole Sturgill
Hometown: BumFuck, West Virginia
What look are you into at the moment? "Moments" don't really apply at this point in my life, but somewhat Euro leisure, but a little sleazy—Dries, Prada, Comme des Garçons, and something really cheap or thrifty has been my steez for awhile. For the kids, I don't go out much these days, but it seems Drag and dressing up to go out are making a big comeback. It makes me happy to see some individuality.
What look were you into in high school? Basic prep, then The Breakfast Club and The Lost Boys had a big impact on me. By senior year I was basically dressed like John Bender: vintage overcoats, torn jeans, jean jacket, white T-shirt, and boots—everyday. I got more experimental in college, sorta Dead Head mixed with alternative. Docs and a wrap skirt were a go-to.
Most regrettable fashion moment? I have no regrets.
Your three wardrobe essentials? There seems to always be something Dries in my closet or suitcase, my Omega Seamaster, and Annick Goutal's "Eau du Fier" fragrance. It's discontinued now. I bought five bottles when I found out!
Most prized piece in your wardrobe? A Vail, Colorado T-shirt I got in the late 80's... It's made it all these years! It's basically sewn onto another T-shirt at this point.
Favorite spots to shop? I rarely go clothes shopping for myself, I mostly pick up things as I work. In NY it's mostly Barney's and OC of course! I look for vintage online, I don't have the patience to rummage these days. For furniture & design I love Matter NYC & Galerie Half in LA. Also obsessed with Johnson Trading Gallery, but it's still a bit out of my league.
Who are your style icons? Dick Cavett, Gloria Vanderbilt, Morrissey, and Siouxsie.
Any style pet peeves? I'm pretty forgiving, but women unable to walk in their heels is a terrible look. If you can't do it gracefully or drunk, then take it down an inch or two. For the guys… I can't stand this half-shaved haircut all the boys are getting and I'm afraid we're going to have to endure it as long we did the Fauxhawk
When and why did you move to NYC? I moved to NY to be an artist, but fell into fashion a few years in. I made the right choice. The fashion world is far more