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Talking Heads – Louis Baines

Shot by Ashton Hugh – Fashion Editor Martin Metcalf – Model Louis Baines at Kate Moss Agency – Makeup by Ciara DeRóiste – Photography Assistant Hannah Cosgrove – Fashion Assistant Annie Davis – Interview by Chelsea McPartlon

Which do you prefer: salty or sweet?
I prefer salty!
What was your favourite TV show to watch as a teenager?
The sitcom ‘Peep Show’.
Describe your idea of the perfect day off. What do you do?
Playing chess with my girlfriend.

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Shirt Dries Van Noten – Sweater and Trousers Jil Sander – Boots Maison Margiela // Jacket and Shirt Lanvin // Coat, Vest and Boots Jil Sander – Shirt Dunhill – Shorts Dries Van Noten – Hat Valentino

Is there a legacy you want to leave behind?
I want to leave knowing that I showed my children as much of the beauty in the world as possible.
Cats or dogs?
Cats!
What’s the greatest lesson you’ve learned in your life thus far?
Pressure makes diamonds.

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Coat Alexander McQueen // Coat, Vest and Boots Jil Sander – Shirt Dunhill – Shorts Dries Van Noten – Hat Valentino

Who, or what, makes you instantly smile and filled with joy?
My little sister is a ray of sunshine to me (Smiles, E.D.)!
What’s your favourite song?
At the moment, I’m loving ‘Down by the river’ by Buddy Miles.

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Suit and Cardigan Dunhill – Knit Salvatore Ferragamo – Shoes Marni // Coat and Trousers Alexander McQueen // Shirt Dries Van Noten – Sweater and Trousers Jil Sander – Boots Maison Margiela