The Intellectual

Shaun Lassiter
Hampton University, Virginia

When the dot-com bubble burst, the awful hipster looks of nerd chic went with it. But dressing smart is back. Shaun is a good student who likes computers, documentaries, museums and fashion. "My style is influenced by everything around me -- books, TV, my peers," he says. "This is a time of experimentation for me. I read whatever I can get my hands on, and in the same respect, I try to keep my wardrobe eclectic, too." Shaun wants to help children when he gets settled after college. "I grew up in a one-parent household, and though I didn't have a bad childhood I could see how hard it can be for kids. I know for some it feels like the cards are stacked against them, but I want to reassure them that if they stay positive, they can follow their dreams." Shaun's dream is to become an entertainer. His sweater ($84) and shirt ($78) are by Buffalo David Bitton. His khakis ($58) are by Company 81. His bow tie ($85) is from Best of Class by Robert Talbott. His shoes ($398) are by Emporio Armani. Her: The cardigan ($437) is by Barbara Bui. Her halter ($115) and pants ($215) are by BOSS Orange.

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Fashion by Joseph De Acetis.
Photography by Sergio Kurhajec.
Produced by Jennifer Ryan Jones.
Women's styling by Kathy Kalafut.