In Medias Res: Vell Beck
- Words Grailed Team
- Date November 21, 2016
"In Medias Res" is a column in which photographer Chris Fenimore links up with some of New York City's most interesting people to see what they're wearing throughout the week.
Name: Vell Beck
Age: 25
Occupation: Creator
Neighborhood: Harlem, New York
Favorite shop in New York City: DSMNY by far.
Favorite restaurant in New York City: Lovely Day in SoHo.
How did you get into fashion: I started in 2009. After leaving high school I went to college for producing, but I was spending most of my time and money on clothes. After changing my major a bunch of times and taking some classes at FIT and other colleges, I left to continue my progression with design through social media.
How would you describe your personal style: I just wear what I like no matter the brand, etc. The man makes the clothes.
Current favorite piece(s) in your closet: CHAPTER 5 Vans, black Helmut Lang denim jacket, Celine frames.
How long have you been using Grailed: A couple of years now. I remember when I found out about it I knew it would blow up once people caught on.
Most memorable Grailed come up: I bought some 09 runway Raf Simon sneakers from London before he started working with Adidas. They looked similar to Asics.
Favorite fashion designers: I would have to say Alessandro Michele is my current favorite. I loved Hidehiko Yamane's work with Evisu in the '90s. It always changes for me, I don't have one favorite. Besides, I wear mostly the clothes my friends make: Evbravdo, Rye Decker, Alexander Digenova and more.
Ultimate grail: The only thing I need is those Raf Simons x Vans x Colette x Comme des Garçons limited edition slip-ons.