take 5
A Hip Spin on Clothes

For his record label Eighteenth Street Lounge Music, Eric Hilton produces music for acts like Ancient Astronauts and Nickodemus. With his hot DJ duo, Thievery Corporation, the D.C. native performs around the country (and opened for Paul McCartney at FedEx Field). So how does he get his rocking style? ANNIE LOU BAYLY BERMAN

You're known as a bit of a clotheshorse. Which designer do you buy most?
I like Duncan Quinn bespoke suits, Bonobos for men’s pants and Costume National because the fit is good. I want to be able to wear something for years, not just a season. And if I find something I really like, I’ll buy two or three.

How would you describe your personal style?
A riff on ’60s mod — which I got really into when I was 17 or 18. Sort of mod-casual, but incorporating new elements and focusing on high quality and good fit.

What’s in your dream closet?
Lots of Eddie Kerr, old British coats that have that “Avengers” look, custom-made Puma sneakers, T-shirts that fit well and Diesel jeans with an exaggerated slim fit.

Any D.C. stores where you can always find something to wear?
Redeem, Barneys Co-op and the Saks Men’s Store. D.C. has good shopping, but there could always be more. I travel a lot for work, too, and there are a lot of shopping opportunities. I like Takashimaya in Japan.

What fashion advice would you give to other guys?
Develop a personal style — not what someone else is telling you to wear.