Stylish Bostonians: Christoph Krey

Name: Christoph Krey

Age: 28

Occupation: Accountant, Musician, Member of McAlister Drive (facebook.com/mcalisterdrive)

From: Andover, MA

Lives in: Arlington, MA

His inspirations: Tom Petty, Chris Robinson, Jack White, Dave Grohl, Ryan Adams

“They all wear everyday clothes but make them look special by adding in interesting accessories and patterns. They care about style, but make it seem like they don’t care at all.”

Favorite stores: Bobby from Boston, Garment District, Marc Jacobs, Keezer’s

His favorite accessories: Fedoras, his crown and cross necklace, a Gangs of New York-inspired mustache

Favorite designers: Marc Jacobs, Cole Haan, Micah Cohen, Ferragamo

How he describes Boston style: “Very diverse and very transient. For the most part, people are practical about what they wear. Sometimes people seem a little scared to go out of their comfort zones. It’s good to feel a little uncomfortable with what you’re wearing.”

How his style has evolved through the years: “My style evolved a lot when I was living in New Orleans. You can find so much for so little money. I felt a lot more comfortable because I could actually afford things. I went from a preppy Cape Cod look, with lots of pastels and Polo shirts, and branched out to work leather boots, fedoras, patterned shirts and western styles into my look. I think my style evolved and transformed when I become more comfortable with who I am."