In the Hot Seat: Interview with Sonny Hall

Sonny Hall is the face (and feet) of our SS19 Yogi Footwear collection, which features our laid back styles in classic shades and fresh colours for the new season. Being born in the 90s, Sonny is an artist who loves writing poetry and represents a new generation of Yogi wearers.

Sonny Hall wears Yogi Footwear Rufus Shoes

It is his style and substance that has boosted his Instagram following to over 100k with his off the grid, behind the scenes snapshots and handwritten pages from his notebooks.

Sonny wears Yogi Footwear Willard Shoes

Sonny brought his signature style which he describes as being ‘inspired by the Artful Dodger in Oliver Twist’ to the shoot with photography by Rhys Frampton and styled by Jake Hunte with clothes from grooming by Rebecca Barnes. Here we had a few burning questions for our new Yogi fan.

Sonny wears Yogi Footwear Caden Shoes

Yogi Footwear: Can you describe your personal style?

Sonny Hall: My style is best described as being inspired by the Artful Dodger in Oliver Twist, so a bit ‘scraggerly’ but with order to it.

Yogi Footwear: What was the first item of clothing you’ve ever bought for yourself?

Sonny Hall: It was definitely a polo by either Fred Perry or Lyle and Scott.

Sonny wears Yogi Footwear Lennon Shoes

Yogi Footwear: Have you ever had a look that you regret?

Sonny Hall: I don’t regret any looks but I have experimented. I went through an emo stage, and I had mullet too.

Yogi Footwear: What is the most expensive piece of clothing you’ve ever bought for yourself or that you own?

Sonny Hall: Probably this Vivienne Westwood pyjama suit that I have from the 90s, or a swanky Moncler jacket I got a couple of weeks ago.

Sonny wears Yogi Footwear Lawson Shoes

Yogi Footwear: Yogi was born in the 90s, when were you born?

Sonny Hall: 1998

Yogi Footwear: What do you like about the 90s fashion?

Sonny Hall: A lot happened in the 90s for fashion so it’s hard to pick just one thing. I do like all the sports stuff that happened around then which has come back around now. 90s Prada and Helmut Lang were amazing back then.

Sonny wears Yogi Footwear Lennon Shoes

Yogi Footwear: What fragrance do you wear?

Sonny Hall: I wear, Old Books by Azzi Glasser.

Yogi Footwear: What’s next for you?

Sonny Hall: I’m working on a poetry book at the moment, which is going to come out in about three months. I’m also shooting a short film next month, which is really hard to explain, but it’s my short film. 

Sonny wears Yogi Footwear Caden Shoes

Yogi Footwear: Who’s your style icon?

Sonny Hall: All the boys in Madness for sure. I have a lot of respect for Marilyn Manson for his courage to be reckless within the world. And the Artful Dodger, he’s my ultimate style icon.

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Go Feet First with Yogi Footwear  - The #GoFeetFirst campaign for 2019 celebrates the natural style and sustainability of the Yogi Footwear brand by focusing on their superior craftsmanship and supportive construction. Since the 90s, Yogi have been designing shoes to take men on an adventure, and their premium quality together with their smart-casual appeal works perfectly with the modern wardrobe. Shop Yogi Footwear here.