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, OC's Charles Ellis interviews Tinashe.
The Kentucky-born, LA-raised songstress is everywhere this summer. Tinashe is responsible for flooding the nation’s airwaves on both hip-hop and Top 40 radio stations with her addictive hit single “2 On,” which fuses a twerk-worthy, hip-hop baseline, smooth pop-like vocals, and subtle hints of classical strings. But, whether or not you’d call her a newcomer is debatable. As a child, Tinashe launched her career in film, nabbing a role in 2004's The Polar Express. Years later, she joined an all-girl group called The Stunners. Like many stars, Tinashe then tapped into her triple-threat abilities, landing a television role on Two and A Half Men alongside Charlie Sheen.
Venturing back into music, she ambitiously released a slew of mixtapes boasting her solo prowess, including 2012’s In Case We Die, which she wrote and recorded in her childhood bedroom. Now, in light of her runaway single and forthcoming album, we caught up with the 21-year-old to talk style, those dance moves, and why she doesn't care about getting spotted by the paparazzi.
TINASHE: I do. I left [KY] when I was three years old and I’ve never been back. I’m definitely from LA.
When it comes to fashion, what are some of your favorite brands?
I kind of just switch it up with whatever I like. I have a lot of vintage.
You were in a full Nasir Mazhar look during your performance at Rough Trade a few weeks back.
Yeah, I love Nasir Mazhar. He’s awesome. I actually met him in London while I was out there.
Describe your style in three words.
Sporty. Sexy. Chill.
If you’re traveling on a flight, what’s your go-to throw on?
Sweatpants, sweatshirt. That’s where the “chill” part comes in.
You don’t worry about getting spotted by the style blogs at the airport?
Hell no! I don’t give a fuck about getting seen at the airport. I’m like, “Hey guys, do you like my hoodie?” [Laughs]
On your iPhone or iPod, who are you currently listening to?
I have a very eclectic mix of people. Some James Blake, Little Dragon, and PARTYNEXTDOOR.
PARTYNEXTDOOR is one of my favorites, too! What song is your favorite?
“Rel
The Kentucky-born, LA-raised songstress is everywhere this summer. Tinashe is responsible for flooding the nation’s airwaves on both hip-hop and Top 40 radio stations with her addictive hit single “2 On,” which fuses a twerk-worthy, hip-hop baseline, smooth pop-like vocals, and subtle hints of classical strings. But, whether or not you’d call her a newcomer is debatable. As a child, Tinashe launched her career in film, nabbing a role in 2004's The Polar Express. Years later, she joined an all-girl group called The Stunners. Like many stars, Tinashe then tapped into her triple-threat abilities, landing a television role on Two and A Half Men alongside Charlie Sheen.
Venturing back into music, she ambitiously released a slew of mixtapes boasting her solo prowess, including 2012’s In Case We Die, which she wrote and recorded in her childhood bedroom. Now, in light of her runaway single and forthcoming album, we caught up with the 21-year-old to talk style, those dance moves, and why she doesn't care about getting spotted by the paparazzi.
Check out OC's behind the scenes video with Tinashe, above.
TINASHE: I do. I left [KY] when I was three years old and I’ve never been back. I’m definitely from LA.
When it comes to fashion, what are some of your favorite brands?
I kind of just switch it up with whatever I like. I have a lot of vintage.
You were in a full Nasir Mazhar look during your performance at Rough Trade a few weeks back.
Yeah, I love Nasir Mazhar. He’s awesome. I actually met him in London while I was out there.
Describe your style in three words.
Sporty. Sexy. Chill.
If you’re traveling on a flight, what’s your go-to throw on?
Sweatpants, sweatshirt. That’s where the “chill” part comes in.
You don’t worry about getting spotted by the style blogs at the airport?
Hell no! I don’t give a fuck about getting seen at the airport. I’m like, “Hey guys, do you like my hoodie?” [Laughs]
On your iPhone or iPod, who are you currently listening to?
I have a very eclectic mix of people. Some James Blake, Little Dragon, and PARTYNEXTDOOR.
PARTYNEXTDOOR is one of my favorites, too! What song is your favorite?
“Rel