Paul Smith
b'He\\u2019s been one of the most distinctive and energetic designers in fashion for decades\\u2014the architect of a business empire that blends whimsy and irreverence with high style. But Paul Smith never set out to do any of that, really. In a fun and wide-ranging conversation with GQ\\u2019s Jim Nelson, Smith explains how he developed his unique habits and perspective; how he stays forever open to possibility and in constant\\xa0 search for inspiration. The two explore Smith\\u2019s earliest fascinations with fashion, the insights that helped him launch and grow his label, and the creative friendships that have sustained him.'