Today I sat down with Moustafa Tonbol, co-owner of Bourjwah, to pick his brain about the season, his interests, and fashion inspirations. (After I stalked him with my camera down a few sidestreets...). It went as follows
J: How would you describe your job?
M:Co-Owner & Designer of Bourjwah clothiers. Student @ Wilfrid Laurier university majoring in Communication studies with a Business option.
J: What about your style icons? Anyone in particular?
M: Kanye West, and Scott Schuman’s everyday people and Prince Pelayo.
J: Describe your personal style…
M:I dress as if I am role playing. Where my style is dependent on my character that’s dependent on my mood at the time. Usually when I have a chance I would go home change my outfit if my mood changed (laughs)
J:What Inspires you?
M: My past failures inspire me, for example Iv always wanted to work in retail thinking it will get me closer to the fashion industry. I would always get interviewed but never achieve the actual position I initially applied for . During the interviews I would truly feel that i know more about the industry than the interviewee, and I would get very emotional and frustrated not getting what I believe I deserve. So one day I thought hey I’l do my own unique line, that represents nothing but me and my lifestyle. Quoting Mr. West “I inspire me.”
J:What are your most cherished items?
M: My sketchbook, Davidoff instant Coffee and my Davidoff Gold cigarettes.
J: What do you feel best wearing?
M: Sunglasses, especially when it’s not bright out.
J: Describe your style in 3 words
M: Sophisticated, nerdy and creative
J: Favorite designers?
M: Junya Watanabe, Hedi Slimane, Marc Jacobs
J: Favorite stores?
M: Commes Des Garcons, Dunderdon and Topman.
J: Your next "must have" purchase?
M: The limited Burberry Alligator watch.
J: Favorite item of clothing
M: My crisp denim shirt....I wish I invented denim.
J: Do you play any sports?
M: Golf, do you consider it a sport?
J: Yes I definitely do. How about your favourite neighborhood restaurant?
M: Honestly, I feel like its more about the atmosphere and decor than about the food. So I would have to say the Rain tree cafe in Waterloo city.
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