My Style: Jana Ririnui
Photo: Courtesy of Jana Ririnui
The three essential things a man should know about style are...
Wear what suits your body type. Choose colour combinations carefully, and go for quality tailoring.
Please describe your style in three words.
Classic, clean, and sophisticated.
What is the biggest mistake one can make when getting dressed?
Not to iron their shirt.
Do you believe in role models?
No. You should be your own mentor.
What are your favourite fabrics?
Anything that is breathable.
Are there any style combinations that you object to?
Anything with fur.
Which city has the best-dressed men?
Paris.
Would you say that you are conservative or bold?
Both. I am bold when I feel like being bold.
What are the rules, if any, in the way you dress?
My shirt should always be ironed.
Celebrities and style...
Is only a credit to their stylist.
One garment/accessory that you can never have enough of?
Cologne is something I collect and can never have enough of.
A man should always look...
Polished.
Who taught you what you know about style?
I taught myself and have adapted my style over time as to what looks good on me.
How do you select your clothing every morning?
In a rush.
What is your biggest regret?
I don’t live with regrets.
Do you have any shopping rituals?
I’m a compulsive shopper.
We will never see you wearing...
Fur.
The most stylish person you have ever seen...
Ozwald Boateng.
What is the first thing you notice on a man?
His shoes.
Which new designers do you follow and why?
Matthew Miller. He plays with silhouette and proportions. His lines are clean and his prints are very interesting.
The only article of clothing that a man needs to pay close attention to is...
The fit of his trousers.
What are the most treasured items in your wardrobe?
My Rolex watch.
Is comfort an enemy of style?
Style should be comfort.
Which designer never fails to impress you?
Prada and Gucci.
Who would you like to see next in My Style?
Christopher Raeburn.
The best words of advice you have ever heard?
Define your style by always standing out.
