Here's the deal. I got geared up in my fave pieces from GANT Rugger, got shot, answered a few questions and then passed the whole thing on to someone I think is a based god. That dude (or dudette) in turn then does the same thing and as each relay is completed we'll post them here. Kinda pass-it-on, nameen? Coolest thing is that we don't know where this will end up, we don't control this. Who knows, you might be up next, blogger.
Cheers, Christopher Bastin, Creative Director
» The Relay Players
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Christopher "Stoffe" Bastin
06 December 2012 -
Zeph Colombatto
10 December 2012 -
Emily Rosser
21 December 2012 -
Nick Rosser
08 January 2013 -
David Kolender
25 January 2013 -
Nary Manivong
31 January 2013 -
Mitch Wilkinson
01 February 2013 -
Mark Mueller
28 February 2013 -
Robert Fritz
06 March 2013 -
Hendrik Gerrits - N.Y.C
07 March 2013 -
Lina Thofelt - Stockholm
08 March 2013 -
Edin Kjellvertz - Stockholm
14 March 2013 -
Fifi Hallstensson - Stockholm
19 March 2013 -
Jason Jules - London
28 March 2013 -
Dean Edmonds - London
15 May 2013
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Dean Edmonds - London
15 May 2013
Profession
Furniture Designer
How would you define your personal style?
I wouldn't.
What would you be doing if you weren't doing what you do now?
Driving across America.
What do you splurge on?
Food, travel, records.
Who's your free pass?
What's a free pass?
Any regrets so far?
No regrets.
Don't miss this on Spotify
Beck and Calvin Johnson's One Foot In The Grave. -
Jason Jules - London
28 March 2013
Profession
Writer, brand consultant, filmmaker (MadoogTV), accessories designer (House Of Garmsville), nightfly...among other things.
How would you define your personal style?
Jazzual.
What would you be doing if you weren't doing what you do now?
Writing poetry.
What do you splurge on?
Vintage repp ties.
Who's your free pass?
Where I come from there’s no such thing as a free lunch…or a free pass.
Any regrets so far?
Regrets? I’ve had a few, but then again, too few to mention.
Don't miss this on Spotify
"La Ritournelle", Sebastien Tellier. "La Vie En Rose", Grace Jones.
Pass it on to - and why?
Dean Edmonds, great guy, with amazing understated style – he’s also an incredible bespoke furniture designer. (see his work here) -
Fifi Hallstensson - Stockholm
19 March 2013
Profession
Head of Design GANT Rugger / Muse
How would you define your personal style?
Sprezzy but Messy, in heels.
What would you be doing if you weren't doing what you do now?
Take photos.
What do you splurge on?
Food and vtg photography/art books.
Who's your free pass?
My god how cliché.... Ryan Gosling.
Any regrets so far?
Yep. Learnt from em all. (Oh - and not pushing this Gant Rugger FW12 Silk Robe into production. It ended up too luxè ($$$). Should have made it happen. Well, at least I have the sample...)
Don't miss this on Spotify
"I Love It", Icona Pop. "The Awakening", Caviare Days (Lina, I miss you already!) Coolest and sweetest chicks in the biz. Proud to be a Swede.
Pass it on to - and why?
Jason Jules. Cause he's a true American Sportswear enthusiast. I like his down-to-earth view on menswear and style. The core in this relay is really to stay true to your style and I can't think of anyone better for the job. (visit his online journal Garmsville!) Hi Jason! Breakfast at Hoxton Grill soon? -
Edin Kjellvertz - Stockholm
14 March 2013
Profession
Live, eat, sleep Dusty Deco!
How would you define your personal style?
Contrast's! Classic with a twist, love my boots, worn out denims and leather jackets mixed with oxford shirts and cashmere.
What would you be doing if you weren't doing what you do now?
Dusty Bar!
What do you splurge on?
I splurge on american cars, vintage watches, designer chairs and mexican beer!
Who's your free pass?
Learned the hard way that there is no such thing as a free pass!
Any regrets so far?
My "free" pass...
Don't miss this on Spotify
"Highwayman" by Waylon Jennings, Johhny Cash and Willie Nelson, "Closing Time" by Tom Waits and "I'll be your lover, too" by Van Morrison.
Pass it on to - and why?
The cool and gorgeous Gant Rugger head designer Filippa Hallstensson. -
Lina Thofelt - Stockholm
08 March 2013
Profession
Co-owner Dusty Deco and working at H&M buying office buying for H&M Home.
How would you define your personal style?
Simple garments, (sometimes borrowed from my lovely fiancés closet), mixed up with my best accessories, the chunky watch, (also life time “borrowed from Edin), inherited Chanel bag or a mix of bracelets. They add personality to any outfit.
What would you be doing if you weren't doing what you do now?
Decorating celebrity’s houses in L.A? Mixing flea market treasures with designer furniture’s one can only dream of. And driving to work every morning in a big old red Jeep, sipping on a huge Starbucks.
What do you splurge on?
Eating out. A long Saturday wine lunch with friends (at Riche) is my favorite time of the week.
Who's your free pass?
Easy one, Lenny Kravitz!
Any regrets so far?
Nope, but learned what not to do again.
Don't miss this on Spotify
"Big Jet Plane" with lovely Angus & Julia Stone. Combine it with rain and coffee to go, it’s the perfect match.
Pass it on to - and why?
Pass on to the coolest and most humble man I have ever laid my eyes and hands on - Edin. -
Hendrik Gerrits - N.Y.C
07 March 2013
Profession
3D design Project Manager, LAB at Rockwell Group.
How would you define your personal style?
Design-to-build at a moment’s notice.
What would you be doing if you weren't doing what you do now?
Backpacking in the Big Horn Mountains.
What do you splurge on?
Things to make me faster.
Who's your free pass?
Daenerys Targaryen
Any regrets so far?
Wish I did.
Don't miss this on Spotify
"Manhattan" by Cat Power.
Pass it on to - and why?
Next post will be a detour to Europe and first up is Stockholm. -
Robert Fritz
06 March 2013
Profession
Wine Snob.
How would you define your personal style?
Dress for the occasion.
What would you be doing if you weren't doing what you do now?
Diving off the Galapagos, or running with North Brooklyn Runners.
What do you splurge on?
Antique English china and champagne.
Who's your free pass?
Nothing in life is free.
Any regrets so far?
Nope.
Don't miss this on Spotify
“Snowden” by The Beat Comes
Pass it on to - and why?
Hendrik Gerrits – The most gifted natural athlete I’ve met…plus he’s brilliant. -
Mark Mueller
28 February 2013
Profession
Digital Marketing.
How would you define your personal style?
Calm and comfortable.
What would you be doing if you weren't doing what you do now?
Running even more or traveling..
What do you splurge on?
Shoes, running gear and clothes for my wife.
Who's your free pass?
My wife is beautiful. I’m set.
Any regrets so far?
Not so much.
Don't miss this on Spotify
"Sense of Self" by City Calm Down"
Pass it on to - and why?
Rob Fritz - he's one of the fastest men I know -
Mitch Wilkinson
01 February 2013
Profession
Optometrist.
How would you define your personal style?
There are no words!
What would you be doing if you weren't doing what you do now?
Eating and drinking my way through Italy.
What do you splurge on?
Food, wine, travel and leather boots.
Who's your free pass?
Marisa Tomei and Audrey Hepburn (circa Funny Face).
Any regrets so far?
No regrets.
Don't miss this on Spotify
"Best Friend" by The Drums & "I Belong In Your Arms" by Chairlift
Pass it on to - and why?
Mark Mueller - a great, chill guy who is a music Encyclopedia. Who else do you know that runs 10 miles before you have morning coffee? -
Nary Manivong
31 January 2013
Profession
Fashion Designer.
How would you define your personal style?
Jock couture with a twist.
What would you be doing if you weren't doing what you do now?
Traveling.
What do you splurge on?
Shoes.
Who's your free pass?
Mila Kunis and Halle Berry.
Any regrets so far?
Never.
Don't miss this on Spotify
"After The Moment" by Craft Spells & "Swimming Pools (Drank)" by Kendrick Lamar
Pass it on to - and why?
Mitchell Wilkinson because he’s a hidden gem and a great guy! -
David Kolender
25 January 2013
Profession
Menswear Designer.
How would you define your personal style?
Rugged, classic, eclectic
What would you be doing if you weren't doing what you do now?
Cooking good food somewhere.
What do you splurge on?
Clothes and extravagant times .
Who's your free pass?
Kate Moss, Megan Fox and Norah Jones, in no particular order.
Any regrets so far?
Not yet, hope to keep it that way.
Don't miss this on Spotify
"Elephant" by Tame Impala.
Pass it on to - and why?
Nary Manivong. He is a stylish, talented guy with drive. -
Nick Rosser
08 January 2013
Profession
I have no fucking idea
How would you define your personal style?
Ecclectic and textural.
What would you be doing if you weren't doing what you do now?
Kayaking accross the Baltic Sea.
What do you splurge on?
Candles, tequila, and socks.
Who's your free pass?
Any of Esquire’s sexiest women alive.
Any regrets so far?
No regrets.
Don't miss this on Spotify
Ends of the Earth by Lord Huron.
Pass it on to - and why?
David Kolender, because he can talk intelligently about almost anything. And the kid can dance. -
Emily Rosser
21 December 2012
Profession
Photographer.
How would you define your personal style?
Stevie Nicks meets Jude Law.
What would you be doing if you weren't doing what you do now?
Trekking the Himalayas in search of snow leopards - my parents did that when they were 26.
What do you splurge on?
A good bourbon and denim.
Who's your free pass?
A young Peter Beard or Johnny Depp (pre rehab 1999).
Any regrets so far?
Losing an arm wrestling match against Lance Armstrong.
Don't miss this on Spotify
"Lady" by Chromatics, Feels Like We Only Go Backwards" by Tame Impala.
Pass it on to - and why?
My twin brother Nick. -
Zeph Colombatto
10 December 2012
Profession
Heartbreaker.
How would you define your personal style?
Ten shades above “Not too shabby”.
What would you be doing if you weren't doing what you do now?
Villa hopping.
What do you splurge on?
Travel magazines.
Who's your free pass?
Alicia Keys, Lana del Rey or Solange.
Any regrets so far?
Not being quick enough to snap an amazing photo I missed while in Instanbul.
Don't miss this on Spotify
"Gimme Shelter" by The Rolling Stones.
Pass it on to - and why?
Nick and Emily Rosser. Two super down to earth, awesome people who kill it. -
Christopher "Stoffe" Bastin
06 December 2012
Profession
Head Creative Dude at GANT
How would you define your personal style?
Tumbled elegance kind of sums it up.
What would you be doing if you weren't doing what you do now?
Cook food probably.
What do you splurge on?
Shoes, fragrances, food and wine.
Who's your free pass?
Scarlett Johansson, or Francoise Hardy if I could travel back in time.
Any regrets so far?
Tons, but so far so good.
Don't miss this on Spotify
"There's no leaving now" by Tallest Man on Earth, or "I love It" by Icona Pop if you're in party mode.
Pass it on to - and why?
Zeph "Zepharc" Colombatto. Cause he's tall and handsome and a helluva a guy who soon will own the internetz, best use him while we can still afford him.





