Dash Speaks is a complicated man. I don’t mean that as an insult in the slightest. In fact, it makes for an amazing interview and music that clearly took some thought.
Yet when it comes to clothing, though Dash has a history of pushing the boundaries a bit, he prefers comfort. When he uses “comfort,” though he’s referring to one’s confidence in the clothing choice that was made. Though he simply wore jeans and a t-shirt for our photoshoot, he notes that his relationship with fashion is a little more complicated than it may appear on the surface. With that, take a look at what we captured. It’s time to Get Ready With Dash Speaks:
Ink
I know you like Cam’ron, and whenever I think of him, I think of the pink shirt phase he went through.
I definitely went through that phase too, BECAUSE of Cam! [laughs] All of New York went through that!
Shirt: Uniqlo
Are there any other artists that have influenced your style?
There was a period when Sebastian Tellier had an overwhelming effect on me. I just loved his stage appearance, although it’s silly and crazy. He had an influence on me, though I have kind of stepped back from that a bit. I am not really wearing white jeans on stage anymore! [laughs] Although . . . I actually may in the summer. I don’t know. I like white jeans.
Man in the Mirror
But in terms of style, I don’t really know who influences my style, to be honest. I see people and think, “Oh, you look cool” or “I like that outfit.” Some of my friends also dress really well, so I talk to them a lot about it.
Jeans: Levi 511s
What is the process of getting dressed like for you?
It’s kind of like my production process. It really has to do with where I’m at that given day. I may just be like, “OK, I’m ready to go out,” put on a white t-shirt and jeans, and a nice pair of shoes. OR I may want to wear things that match well and match where I am going very well.
Belt: Urban Outfitters
But it’s important to me not to overdress or not to stand out too much. Especially when I am performing or DJing, I like to let my product speak for itself.
Lacing Up
What about when you’re not performing?
Well then you’re not at the center of attention, and you have a little more freedom. You don’t have to be as tactful. Tact is something that’s important to me. I don’t want to be too flashy. It’s not something that I hate in people by any means, and I’ve definitely done it at points. But at this point in my life, it’s not something that I’m interested in.
Shoes: Adidas, Nom de Guerre
But it all depends on the season and what I have clean! [laughs]
Accessories
So is comfort the most important element for you wardrobe wise?
Not comfort in terms of sweatpants, but comfort in terms of feeling good in what you’re wearing. It’s not solely a physical thing.
Scarf: Vintage
It’s about being able to say that this is something I can wear anywhere. It’s timeless. It’s appropriate in Williamsburg or the Meatpacking District or wherever.
