Laquan Smith

Name:

Laquan Smith

Instagram:

@laquan_smith

Place of birth:

New York

Zodiac sign:

Virgo

Inspiration for the latest collection:

Old New York glam post breakup season. Powerful, dark, & badass.

My muse is...

Grace Jones & Lil Kim

My motto is…

“Slow and steady wins the race”

My alter ego is…

Lay

My favorite travel destination is…

Tulum, Mexico

My first piece of designer clothing was…

Gucci loafers

What was your first job?

Working retail at Banana Republic

What is your favorite work of art?

Randy Cooper

What do you do all day?

Work

Why do you live and work in New York?

It’s where I was born & raised. This city has taught almost everything I know about fashion, culture, and inspiration. I thoroughly enjoy being a native New Yorker.

What was the last thing you ate?

Popcorn