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For interior designer Nate Berkus, everything old is new again. In constant pursuit of great pieces with history-furniture and clothing alike-Berkus relishes the challenge of digging out hints of modern edginess from time-tested classics. Professionally, his technique is solid, as evidenced by recent forays into the realm of furniture design: his collection of upholstery and tables created for Niedermaier includes a hybrid English tufted chair on a 1970s-inspired frame and a Jacques Adnet reproduction desk updated from metal to wood. Berkus brings the same concept to his eclectic and carefully selected wardrobe, the result being that if you saw him on the street, you would think, 'Now there's a guy with style.' "I love the unexpected, but not if it appears jarring or costume-y," he says. "It's better to wear a pair of embroidered Gucci pants with flip-flops from the Gap outlet and a plain T-shirt. I despise head-to-toe dressing." He doesn't mind putting lots of effort into his look, likening shopping to therapy, and is not shy about admitting an openness to trends. "I'm inspired by current culture, and I can be influenced by new styles," he says. "But I want to achieve them in my own way." Nate wears an olive suede slim biker jacket and ivory corduroy boot-cut pants, both at Gucci. |
Chicago Social, April 2002
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