Nicolas is touchingly sensitive. This 45-year-old event manager expresses his desire to create and experiment through self-portraits that invite reflection. Nicolas saw posing for Hast as a challenge to himself. And in front of Julie's lens, our photographer, we find a man of great elegance.
Can you introduce yourself?
My name is Nicolas, I will soon be 46 years old and have been living in Paris for 14 years.
What do you do for a living ?
I am a project manager in corporate events. Outside of that, I try my hand at photography, it is a way for me to see the world in a different way, focused through my lens.
When do you wear shirts?
For all occasions, everyday for work, but also during family or friends parties. Shirts adapt to all styles, it is the essential piece to be well dressed every day. The shirt is both elegance and casual spirit: you can be very casual or very sophisticated depending on the pieces you associate with it. The open collar or with a silk tie, jeans or flannel pants.
How would you define your style?
Casual but I am always told to be well dressed! I like to choose different pieces from what I already own, I experiment, I play with patterns, colors, materials... And I always pay attention to what I buy, in terms of quality, cut and drape of the fabric.
How did you meet Hast?
I discovered the brand through social , Instagram or Facebook I think. I remember going to the website and quickly looking for the address in Paris because even if the internet is a very good way to discover young brands and find good deals, being able to touch the product, try it and get advice remains a pleasure and a real moment of discovery! We have a certain emotion in physics that we don't easily find online.
What do you think makes the brand interesting?
The quality of the materials and cuts and of course the price! I have Hast shirts that are over 2 years old in my wardrobe that are still impeccable and that I continue to wear! There is real work in the fabric and finishes that you won't find elsewhere at this price. And importantly, the quality hasn't changed since the beginning, it's still just as beautiful. And then, I know my sizes so I can go for it with my eyes closed, it's also one of the brand's strong points.
Why did you want to take part in the shooting?
A challenge to myself. When I saw the call, I hesitated to participate. I found the project very human and interesting and Hast is a brand that I like, but I didn't know if I would be able to do it. It was a bit of a challenge, to know if I could pose, if I could do this kind of thing, and finally I am today one of the ambassadors of a brand. Imagine if I find myself in the subway!!
A last word?
I can't wait to see the result of this beautiful project!