An Afternoon with Nibbi Adun

Nibbi Olaniran. Capitol Hill, Seattle, Washington.

Who are some of your style icons and influences?
Female musicians in the late 60's to early 70's.

What was the first clothing item you fell in love with?
A velvet vest that started a collection of vests I gathered in High School. It was kind of a problem.

What clothing item would you bring back?
Jumpsuits.

Who is your favorite clothing designer?
The late Alexander McQueen.

Where did you grow up?

I was born in Lagos, Nigeria and lived there until I was ten years old. Then I moved to Austin, Texas and moved up to Seattle after I graduated high school. 

If you could travel anywhere, where would you go?

Moscow, Russia.

What's currently on your personal soundtrack?

Donovan, Dutch psychedelic music, black angels.

What was the last book you read?
The Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.

What are some of your favorite films?
The Holy Mountain. Shivers. Anything Jean Luc-Godard.

What was the first concert you went to?
The Wrens

What do you consider to be an overrated virtue?
Being composed constantly.

What do you consider to be an underrated virtue?
Generosity.