In January, in the middle of men's fashion week, at the end of rue des Gravilliers, we see Baba and Mamadou. They wear the habit with majesty.
They look like two Maasai warriors, slender and proud. We stop them and, after a short discussion, we learn that they personalize their clothes and that yes, thank you, everything is fine for this duo of models because many brands - Off White, Ralph Simon, Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior or even Ermenegildo Zegna- play the game of diversity.
BABA
Model (Marilyn agency)
T-shirt – MSGM
doudoune – Zara Men
Jeans customized by himself
Shoes customized by himself
Necklace drawn by himself
Rings – a Dolce & Gabana + one designed by himself
MAMADOU
Model (Elite agency)
Turtleneck – Bershka
Waterproof – Sero Paris
doudoune custom vintage
Pants customized
Socks – H&M
Shoes – Adidas Yeezy
pannier - Louis Vuitton
Text: Katia Barillot
Photos: ©Anaïs Costet
05.03.19
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