An Interview With.....

Matthew Zorpas from The Gentleman Blogger!! We have caught up with new blogger on the block who is taking the fashion world by storm!

Tell us a little bit about yourself?

I was born in Cyprus and I moved to London six years ago to study Public Relations. I have been supporting young generation designers for the past six years and I was voted the 2nd Best Dressed Man in Britain by Esquire magazine UK in 2010. I am also working as a freelance digital consultant and I am now passing my knowledge by teaching the Business of Luxury course at Istituto Marangoni. I continue to explore my passions and enjoying what this city is offering the most, creativity and innovation. Last week, I launched 'The Gentleman Blogger' which is my personal journey, full of discoveries, towards becoming an elegant gentleman ...

• How/when/why did you start blogging?  

 

The Gentleman Blogger launched on the 26 of July 2012, after Diane Pernet suggested I should start my own blog. I felt the need to inspire, to confuse and challenge traditional men's style.  

 

• What are your influences when it comes to getting dressed in the morning? 

 

The people that I'm planning to meet on the day.

 

• What's your favourite item in your wardrobe and why? 

 

I am a big fan of white shirts. They just add a sparkle of perfection to any outfit. 

 

 • Where is your favourite place to shop? 

 

The Box Boutique for ultimate slippers, COS for casual outdoor clothes, Ozwald Boateng for suits and Richard James for accessories. 

 

• Give us a style no-go: 

 

Suits and trainers are a faux-pas. 

 

• What's your perfect summer outfit? 

 

It turns out to be my double-breasted navy blue suit by Reiss with a yellow dog-printed handkerchief. 

 

• What is your favourite item in our website? 

Mark Thomas Taylor Navy Riviera Shorts! 

 

• What's on your wishlist for A/W 2012? 

 

From established brands I have my eyes to Jil Sander paper bag and the Costume National rain jacket! From young designers keeping an eye to Six Lee new knitwear pieces. 

 

 • Where do you see yourself in 10 years time? 

 

I would love to work for European Committee or Cyprus Embassy in their cultural department. I like working on creative projects which directly help young people and make a difference to the world. 

 

 • Who is your style icon? 

 

Looking at the past Federico Fellini is a figure that constantly comes to mind for inspiration. His ultimate sharp look, but also his movies have turned into my main creative drive.