OFFGRID w/ Samy Portejoie

@Samyportejoie

Since our last interview with Regan was such a success (well, we think so anyway) we thought we might as well carry on with the series.

OFFGRID: Get to know those we post on our grid, off the grid, in 20 questions or less.

Second to answer is Parisian menswear blogger and visual merchandiser, Samy Portejoie. Known for his extremely well put together, simple fits, Samy is undoubtedly one of the most re-shared guys on Instagram if not on nclgallery alone.

We hope you guys enjoy this one!

1. Tell us about yourself in 5 words:
   Loyal, confident, passionate, dedicated and resentful.
   
   

2. When did you decide to start taking Instagram “seriously”
   Around 2018.
   
   

3. Has becoming an “influencer” significantly changed the way you live?
   Not really, I’m still working as a visual merchandiser, so it didn’t change a lot.
   
   

4. When are you most inspired? Early in the mornings or late at night
   Early in the mornings, I’m an early bird.
   
   

5. Coffee or Tea? Think we already know the answer to this one…
   Water?
   
   

6. What is your favourite movie?
   Call me by your name, and all Gaspar Noe’s and Lars Von Trier’s movies.
   
   

7. When you were young, what did you want to be when you grew up?
   I wanted to become a steward and then a teacher.
   
   

8. Would you ever live anywhere besides Paris?
   London or New York, I love the vibe.
   
   

9. You’re going out for food, where do you eat and what are you eating?
   Pizzas and good burgers.
   
   

10. Current celebrity crush?
    Jilla Tequila.
    
    

11. Television show you’ve binged on recently?
    Unorthodox or Kalifat.
    
    

12. What city do you want to visit the most?
    Los Angeles and Tokyo.
    
    

13. What’s your favourite fashion piece in your wardrobe?
    A good trouser from Lownn.
    
    

14. Who’s your favourite “influencer” or content creator? You can have more than one if you want
    Jacquemus’ account.
    
    

15. Name a fashion trend you would like to see disappear forever?
    Low waisted jeans, long t-shirts or skinny clothes on guys.
    
    

16. What’s your typical routine for a weekend served in isolation? (Given the Covid-19 situ)
    Nothing special, workout, eat, some reading and Netflix.
    
    

17. What’s your favourite brand right now?
    Lownn, COS, and Jacquemus.
    
    

18. Favourite pair of shoes you own?
    Balenciaga Track 2, no doubt.
    
    

19. Jewellery on guys? Yay or Nay? If yay, what’s your signature piece?
    Not into it, but it does look good on other guys.
    
    

20. Would you rather…never be able to use your favourite material thing again (like a phone) or never eat your favourite meal again?

    Mmh I’d say… never eat my favourite meal again *cries*.