Dapper Lou is the alias of Lougè Delcy, a lifestyle photographer and menswear blogger based in New York City. An influencer who has been featured on GQ.com and by The Sartorialist a number of times, he decided to branch out on his own after working as a stylist and in fashion retail for a few years.
Since picking up a camera, Dapper Lou has taken off as a must-visit blog that is chock full of inspiration. Although he hones in on style and fashion, it is clear that his eye is much more artistic. Dapper Lou manages to capture the world with a candid touch that is beautiful to behold. Although he lists Jean-Michel Basquiat as a fashion inspiration, his time Museum-hopping, watching movies and more play a huge role as well.
What's Driving This Trend
- Lifestyle Photography
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