I was playing a gig with an artist and had brought a pair of high tops and a pair of brogue boots as options to wear for the show.
It was my first show with the artist so after soundcheck I asked the manager if I should go with the shoes or boots. He said shoes.
Important to note…He answered immediately. He didn’t know what pants or shirt I’d be wearing with the shoes. He hadn’t even seen the shoes.
He answered the question based on what the choice would be saying to the audience. Based on marketing. Based on story.
On the other hand…
If I would have asked a stylist…a stylist would have asked to see the shoes and the boots and my clothes and everyone else’s attire. A stylist would have answered the question based on how good it looks. And hey, looking good is important.
All things considering, I’m sure the shoes were the right call. I just hope I looked ok.
