December 11, 2014 |
Aybar’s vision of fashion is the twisting and turning kind. It can’t be pre-empted.
Take his work for the latest Bernhard Willhelm campaign, for instance. Featuring some fabulous motley crew on a lightly deranged expedition to we’re not sure where, it’s at once anti-fashion and pro-glamour, and somehow almost totally devoid of nostalgia. In fact, it’s sort of post-apocalyptic. Selling us not only Mr Wilhelm’s new collection, but perhaps also the premise of a city slicker on a dog lead as some sort of fab new accessory. Bloody good stuff, basically. So we’re sticking with Rich for a little while, and hoping some of his talent rubs off. At least long enough for a few questions, and oh yes – portrait, too, please.
How long have you lived in LA?
“Not long enough.”
Why did you move to LA?
“For the sun and the babes.”
What’s your favourite thing to do in LA?
“Network.”
How would you define yourself?
“Present.”
Why did you decide to do what you do?
“Because there’s nothing better.”
What would you say are the essentials to becoming famous in your profession?
“Hard work and a catchphrase.”
What do you do to relax?
“I nap.”
Photographer: Maria Ziegelboeck
By Vincent Levy
