Glad Rags: Akemi Fox on Style Inspiration

Get your glad rags on gang! Glad Rags is a column where we chat to some of our favourite musician's about their best garms. This week we're joined by Akemi Fox, one of Manchester's most soothing alternative R&B artists.

How important is clothing to you for a stage presence?

So important! You want to feel your absolute best on stage and wearing a great outfits helps me feel like that.

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Do you have a different style on stage compared to off stage?

I would say it's pretty similar but I save some pieces for onstage or for when I am going out out because them pieces feel a bit more special. However, I do try and wear what’s in my wardrobe because it represents me and you can restyle lots parts of your wardrobe - it doesn’t always have to be worn once.

Do you think image is important for musicians wanting to be successful?

I would say it's pretty similar but I save some pieces for onstage or for when I am going out out because them pieces feel a bit more special. However, I do try and wear what’s in my wardrobe because it represents me and you can restyle lots parts of your wardrobe - it doesn’t always have to be worn once.

Who are some of your style inspirations as an artist?

I find Rihanna absolutely fabulous; everything she wears just looks so good on her. I really like Bella Hadid and Devon Lee Carlson - their style is very cool girl, model off duty vibe. I also take a lot of inspiration from life and Pinterest and social media, I have thousands of saved outfits that I look at when I don’t know what to wear.

What is your favourite piece of clothing to wear on stage and why?

I do enjoy a long boot and midi dress at the moment. I usually pick an uncomfortable shoe because it's not too long on the stage and opt for comfortable shoes in everyday life.

What is your favourite piece of clothing to wear offstage and why?

Trainers. I don’t know, I never wear them on stage but they would be way more comfortable but I just have loads of pairs that I gravitate towards them most days.

Photography: Jada Giwa