Rachelle's Reading List: Friday Oct. 21st, 2011

3. The Hipster Cop's Profile in GQ. [GQ] We are big fans of Rick Lee, the Hipster Cop:[Daily Style Phile: Hipster Cop] Which is why I was so excited to see that GQ did an official profile on the guy. Some snips: GQ: How would you describe your style? Rick Lee: I describe it as "traditional English country." I love traditional English country clothes. GQ: It's funny because you've been anointed "Hipster Cop" now, but looking at all your pictures—I'm not sure that's the right descriptor. Rick Lee: I agree! I don't have a beard. I don't live in Williamsburg. Though off-duty I may look a little bit more hipster. I'm thin, so when I'm off-duty I like skinny jeans. And, well, I have about five pairs of Converse sneakers, but I've been wearing Converse sneakers since I was in junior high school. I've always worn Converse sneakers, they're not just a fashion trend with me. I've always liked them. So off duty, I throw on skinny jeans, a T-shirt, and a cardigan. I guess you could say I look more hipster on the weekend. Or in the summer, I'll wear my jeans cuffed, with wingtip shoes and a t-shirt and a vest. Unfortunately, I can't wear jeans to work. GQ: So there's a detective dress code? That is not what cop shows would have me believe. Rick Lee: Yes, unfortunately. The police commissioner might get mad if I wear jeans. GQ: If "Hipster Cop" is inaccurate, what new fun cop moniker should we use? Rick Lee: Uh..."Country Gentleman." Or the "Gentleman Police Officer." GQ: Who are your favorite designers? Rick Lee: I like Burberry. I like Ralph Lauren and Brooks Brothers. A lot of Theory's stuff. What else do I usually wear? I wear Levi's jeans. I wear a lot of J.Crew stuff as far as casual dress goes. A lot of English designers. GQ: So it sounds like you're into nice clothes that even the 99% can afford... Rick Lee: Yeah, yeah. Well I think it's all how you wear it, too. You can take some very conservative traditional clothing and kind of put a little of your own edge on it.