FEATURED GQ INSIDER

Q&A with Kyle H. Ishmael-Marquis

Kyle H. Ishmael-Marquis is a Featured GQ Insider. He has been reading GQ for the past two and a half years, and recently became a subscriber. A native New Yorker, Kyle currently attends law school in San Diego, CA. Kyle notes that "when his head isn’t buried in a casebook, he enjoys writing, cooking, politics, and playing with his pit bull, D’Rokki."

How would you describe your style?
'Urban-Prep'. I like buying clothes that just plain look good, and are unique and reflective of who I am.

Who is your favorite fashion designer?
Gucci

Favorite jeans?
True Religion

Favorite suit maker?
Armani

Favorite athletic/casual shoe?
Nike

What's the next clothing item that you are thinking about purchasing?
I’m on a quest for the perfect travel bag.

Top 5 albums?
The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, Lauryn Hill
Back To Black, Amy Winehouse
Get Lifted, John Legend
Thriller, Michael Jackson
Love Behind The Melody, Raheem DeVaughn

What was the last good movie that you saw?
The Dark Knight.
I’m a big Batman fan, but I’m also very cynical when it comes to hype. I can honestly say that this movie was not hyped up enough!

What's your favorite gadget that you currently own?
iPhone! With the new updates and available applications, this little thing has become an extension of my very being

What vehicle do you think you'll purchase next?
Motorcycle

Drink or drinks of choice?
Long Island Iced Tea
Heineken Light
Bud Light Lime

Place you'd most like to visit outside U.S.?
I’m hoping 2009 is the year I finally make it to Paris.

Favorite U.S. city?
New York City

What blogs are you reading regularly?
Anything on CNN.com

Have you taken any advice or suggestions from GQ? If so, what?
I’ve taken a great deal of advice from GQ over the years from advice and tips on food and drinks to skinny ties, summer suits, loafers, and bags.

What was your favorite recent GQ article and why did you like it?
The “Don’t Call Me ‘Bro’ Bro” article from this year’s May edition was hilarious and shockingly true.