Fashion inspiration for

from Ulster Tatler April 2021

by Ulster Tatler

BEAUTY PICKS

STYLE RULES

Interior Designer and Co-Owner of Atelier Interior Design, Victor Branco chats to Ulster Tatler about his style rules.

MUSTHAVE FASHION ITEM

– Peacoat jacket, Ted Baker, £299.

FAVE SKINCARE Humanity Cosmetics.

SIGNATURE SCENT Bleu De Chanel.

How would you describe your style? The nature of my job is very variable on a daily basis, I could either be meeting contractors on site, meeting clients, or leading project presentations in the offi ce. So, I try to dress in comfortable clothes and footwear in a way that it can be suitable for any of the daily tasks that comes with the job. I would describe my everyday style as smart/casual and for evening wear a sharper and more tailored look.

What item of clothing could you not live without? I love coats... a lot! My wardrobe staples are defi nitely Peacoat jackets, as they are a classic and timeless garment. A good pair of well-fi tted jeans are always a ‘must have’ in my wardrobe. I love Tommy Hilfi ger slim cut jeans, which I normally pair with a nice shirt and a smart blazer or a Peacoat Jacket.

Do you have a favourite fashion brand or shop? I have a bit of a weakness for Yves Saint Laurent, the pinnacle of Parisian Chic and also the exquisite elegance of Hermès. I also love Thom Browne’s classic forms with a futuristic twist. Other favourites include designer lifestyle brands such as Tommy Hilfi ger, which are classic in essence but cool in style and the understated elegance of Massimo Dutti. Tom Ford is also one of my faves.

Do you have any style icons? Daniel Craig and David Gandy. They are elegant gents who are ageing very well and always look great and stylish in a suit! Also, Ryan Gosling and Simon Porte Jacquemus would be on my list.

Do you have a skincare regime? I didn’t have any up to now, as my skin has always been good but lately, I have started to pay a little attention to my skincare regime. I use a fantastic London brand called Humanity Cosmetics, a high-end skincare range of male grooming products containing natural ingredients combined with the latest in skincare technology. I use their face moisturiser and eye restore and my skin defi nitely feels more hydrated and smoother with a beautiful healthy glow. It also smells wonderfully too!

What is your signature scent? Blue de Chanel every time.

Are there any haircare products you recommend? I have used the Kérastase haircare range for some years now.

How do you keep fi t and healthy, are there any exercises or health foods your swear by? I do not have a specifi c fi tness routine or a trendy diet programme. I have a terribly sweet tooth, which isn’t the best when you want to follow any diet programmes. My diet would be a Mediterranean style diet followed by cake! Before lockdown I would go to the gym maybe twice a week and occasionally go swimming. Presently, because all gyms are closed and with summer just around the corner, I have substituted the gym for an evening run two to three time a week.