Kelly Slater’s Stylist: Meet Outerknown’s Design Force
Uncover the design philosophy behind Outerknown, the brand co-founded by surfing legend Kelly Slater. This exclusive interview with John Moore, Outerknown’s design visionary, reveals the secrets to the brand’s enduring success. Discover how Outerknown prioritizes timeless design, a minimalist approach, and seamless branding. Moore shares his diverse inspiration sources, from musicians and writers to surfers and artists, showcasing how he crafts clothing that helps wearers feel their best. Learn about the brand’s commitment to high-quality materials and the design process of finding and balancing form, function, and details. News Directory 3 is thrilled to present this informative insight into Outerknown’s creative process. Explore Moore’s unique approach to image-based inspiration. Discover what’s next in sustainable fashion.
Here are the key takeaways from the interview wiht John Moore of Outerknown, focusing on the brand’s design ideology and inspiration:
Timeless Design: Outerknown prioritizes creating clothes that don’t go out of style, aiming for pieces that become long-term favorites.
Design Process: The design process involves finding, balancing form, function, and details, and eliminating elements to achieve the purest version of a design.
Minimalist Approach: Outerknown favors a minimalist approach,focusing on great materials,simple designs,and high quality.
Branding Integration: The brand aims to integrate branding seamlessly into the design, frequently enough opting for a subtle approach.
Inspiration Sources: Moore draws inspiration from a wide range of sources, including musicians, writers, surfers, actors, activists, athletes, and artists, both past and present.
Image-Based Inspiration: He is often inspired by single images, even of unknown people, focusing on elements like color, clothing, or the location’s beauty.
* Personal connection: The goal is to create clothing that makes the wearer feel like the best version of themselves, irrespective of the destination.
