In Medias Res: Jeff Hilliard
- Words Grailed Team
- Date June 20, 2017
"In Medias Res" is a column in which photographer Chris Fenimore links up with some of fashion's most interesting people to see what they're wearing throughout the week.
Name: Jeff Hilliard
Age: 31
Occupation: Director of eCommerce for The Armoury.
Neighborhood: Fort Greene, BK
Favorite shop in New York City: The Armoury, NikeLab (21 Mercer), USM
Favorite restaurant in New York City: Estela for non-stuffy fine dining, Cafe China for spicy Szechuan, Arcade Bakery for sweets, Corcoron for soba, Tiny's for lunch, i Sodi for Southern Italian and Dona Bella for pizza.
How did you get into fashion: I've been interested in clothing and design for as long as I can remember. That started to take shape more and more after college. When I moved to New York, I took a few classes at FIT and knew I wanted to make it my career. A chance meeting through a friend gave me the opportunity to make the jump to The Armoury.
How would you describe your personal style: Trying to look half as cool as Miles Davis.
Current favorite piece(s) in your closet: Liverano Bespoke Ulster Overcoat, Ring Jacket Archival Fox Flannel Sport Coat and green brushed cotton suit, Stoffa 001 Asym Suede Jacket, Koji Suzuki Ilcea Calf Wingtips, Kanye x APC slide-slit hoodie.
How long have you been using Grailed: For about 6 months now.
Most memorable Grailed come up: Undefeated x Adidas Consortium EQT ADV.
Favorite fashion designers: Robert Geller, Thom Browne and Haider Ackermann.
Ultimate grail: Original Hans Wegner PP501 or Eileen Gray's Transat chair.