Meet Eddie Wailes
Based in London, Eddie Wailes is a freelance vintage curator and stylist specialising in clothing and jewellery. He presents his collection and dresses private clients in Marylebone and has recently been featured in notable publications such as Elle and Esquire. In addition to styling, Eddie continues to build a catalogue of commissioned projects for major fashion brands, including Vestiaire Collective, Paul Smith, Ray-Ban and Dr Martens.
1. Can you talk us through what got you interested in fashion and what brought you into the world of vintage clothing ?
For as long as i’ve known I’ve always been interested in clothes, both my parents were in the fashion industry. Mum designer & dad buyer. I used to go around factories in Italy when I was young. The subconscious effect of having creative parents has given me an eye for detail & exploration.
My love for Vintage was born in Tokyo, I spent a few weeks there in 2017. My inspiration comes from people, places & culture. Upon visiting Tokyo, all this fell into place for me. I met vintage collectors that inspired my vision for curation & sourcing unique pieces of clothing & jewellery.
2. What has been your ultimate find?
I source my jewellery from a 3rd generation jeweller who specialises in watches & diamonds. Jamie was my introduction to jewellery. Our relationship started as business then grew into a trusted friendship. He’s been my close mentor for the past few years.
I make occasional visits from London back to my hometown to delve through his collection. That morning he had just got in a beautiful vintage 29mm Cartier Santos from early 2000’s. Unworn with box & papers. I had always resonated with the design & history of the watch.
3. Personal style is something that evolves over time. What song would you use to represent your current phase of personal style ?
4. Your favourite coffee shop, restaurant and pub in London?
Coffee Shop: Monmouth - Covent Garden
Restaurant: Chiltern Firehouse
5. What does the future hold for Eddie?
I’m looking to explore more avenues in fashion consulting, art direction & putting my photography work out there. I want to execute showing people what I do in a way that’s true to me!
