Banana Republic Summer 2011 Campaign
Interview
What are your summer must-haves this season?
Andrew Cooper: My summer look is always comfy, light fabrics, good shirts and a good shoe or I am big into this Italian shoe brand car shoe. Always finish with good sunglasses…you can’t go wrong with vintage ray ban.
How would you describe your individual style?
Andrew Cooper: I wear jeans most of the time with a t-shirt and am big on good accessories–a good watch, belt and shoes.
What do you love about madras–what is your favorite way to wear?
Andrew Cooper: For me, I love a good pair of shorts with a white shirt and brogues or jeans with a madras shirt rolled up is a winner.
What was your experience like shooting the campaign?
Andrew Cooper: It was a great thing to be part of and great to shoot with Peter Lindbergh. Also was a good chance to catch up with Noah who I have not seen in a long time. The house we shot in was great and playing ping pong or being thrown in the pool is a good day’s work. I think the images will be a great feel like summer fun with great clothes.
Do you have a pre-shoot regimen?
Andrew Cooper: I just try and get some sleep and rest before as I am either traveling or at home with two kids who are full on. But in general just drink tons of water on the plane and have a run or exercise when I get off a flight.
Any inside tips on Malibu?
Andrew Cooper: Every time I go to Malibu, I never want to leave the great weather, wine and food and the lifestyle is so chill. I love shutters on the beach where we stayed and there is a great Caribbean restaurant called Cha Cha Chicken, which was cool. Also a big fan of Fred Segal in Santa Monica.
Do you have plans to be beach-side this summer?
Andrew Cooper: I plan to beach this summer in the northern part of Sardinia in a place called Costa Smeralda….I can’t wait.