Here at Fulton & Roark we not only admire guys who have upped their grooming game but also those who work to create a sense of style that is unique to them. This is why we created the series “We Like Your Look,” which celebrates the guys who express themselves with fashion, grooming, and an overall great sense of style. Known for a fun and adventurous yet also sustainable style, Joseph Knowles has gained a following of nearly 10 thousand followers showcasing his unique sense of style. Based out of Vancouver, Canada you can see this awesome style that features some modern looks with great patterns but also some amazing classics.
For people that may not know you or have just found your Instagram page, how would you describe your style?
I would describe my style as being adventurous and eclectic. Simply put, I view style as a creative outlet, and as with any of my creative outlets, I like to have fun with it. There is certainly a time and a place for specific aesthetics, but in my day-to-day, I enjoy bouncing around between any number of different looks. Because of that, it’s easier to define my approach to style rather than my style itself.
You have “Sustainable Fashion” in your Instagram bio. What is this to you and how do you display it in the outfits you wear?
It’s no secret that we are facing a global climate crisis and one of the questions I see time and again is, “what can I do on a personal level to have an impact?” People assume that becoming conscious of your consumption choices means that you have to give up things that you enjoy when in reality you just have to get creative. I was introduced to the world of thrifting due to financial restraints but soon realized that it was an opportunity to reduce, reuse, and recycle, all while challenging myself creatively to produce fits with what I could find. My goal is to show that you can still have style without breaking the bank to get there. I also feel that I’m doing my (small) part to change the somewhat negative perceptions of thrifting from previous years and hopefully introduce more people to sustainable fashion.