It’s that time of the week where we interview another Team KLEKT members as part of our 5Qs and 5As series. Today, we’re sat down with Sebastien Lugand aka @lugand_s. The self-confessed sneaker addict and professional photographer has been making a name for himself with his creative sneaker shots. As an avid sneakerhead, Sebastien’s passion for footwear and photos is clear to see.
Today, we’re going to be sitting down with Sebastien to find out a little bit more about his sneaker journey. You’ll find out just how he got started in the sneaker game, his favourite pairs and just how he married his love of sneakers and photography. There will also be a special promo code running on Sebastien’s Instagram account this weekend so make sure you give him a follow. Without further delay, this is 5Qs and 5As with @lugand_s!
Hi Sebastien, great to have you here. Who’s the person behind this account?
Hi there and thanks for having me. I’m a 35-year-old sneakerhead and photographer who’s been collecting for more than 10 years, but I stopped counting a while ago! I started out with fashion and portrait photography and moved to concerts and artists. However, I then thought to myself “why not mix my passion for sneakers with photos?” and that’s where I created my Instagram. I’ve loved it since day one! Although I’m a big fan of other sneaker brands, I’m an Air Jordan and Nike addict.
How did your passion for sneakers start?
It’s definitely a story that dates back a long time. I was doing a photoshoot for a T-shirt brand and a person came in wearing a pair of the Nike Air Yeezy 1 “Zen Grey” that I was able to try on. From that day on, I was addicted.
Do you have a holy grail?
Haha, of course! Like most sneakerheads, I have several so I’ve narrowed it down to five shoes:
- Undefeated x Air Jordan 4
- Eminem x Air Jordan 4 (Premier Model)
- Nike Mag
- Air Jordan 1 High OG “Chicago”
- The set of Nike Air Yeezy 1 and 2s (I can’t pick!)
What are your three latest pick-ups?
My three latest cops are:
- Off-White™ x Air Jordan 5 “Muslin”
- Air Jordan 1 High OG “University Blue”
- Air Jordan 4 “University Blue”
So Sebastian, can you tell us the top five pairs in your collection?
Ah, again this is so difficult! Picking five pairs is hard when I love so many. I think if I had to pick five now though it would be:
- Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Retro High
- Off-White™ x Air Jordan 1 High “Chicago”
- Air Jordan 1 High “Laser”
- Air Jordan 6 “Doernbecher”
- Air Jordan 1 Retro High “Banned”
Make sure you follow Sebastien on Instagram!
