Interior designer Greg Natale on his collection of archival Versace

Do you have a favourite designer? There are a few. Gianni Versace was a genius; I love the way he mixed black and pattern with a touch of bondage to make it sexy. I love Hedi Slimane’s form-fitting clothes and rock’n’roll aesthetic. And Halston – he changed fashion and I’m obsessed with his New York City townhouse.

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What’s your fragrance of choice? I wear Tom Ford. For day, it’s “Lost Cherry” or “Jasmin Rouge”; at night, “Tuscan Leather” or “Tobacco Vanille”.

What are three essential items in your wardrobe? Black jeans, bomber jackets and Saint Laurent Chelsea boots.

Any go-to jewellery? A new gold Gucci link chain necklace I bought on the Ponte Vecchio in Florence, my mother had one in the ’70s that I was obsessed with. And I love a Rolex watch.

Can you remember a favourite outfit you wore as a child? For my Holy Communion my mother tried to dress me in navy-blue pants and a vest. Instead I picked out a cream three-piece suit, white silk shirt and chocolate-brown bow tie.

And your worst fashion mistake? I bought a pair of cool new shoes, got a blister, wore them anyway and ended up in hospital. I’ve learnt that I have to be comfortable.

What was your first fashion moment? It was 1984, my sister’s 21st and I wore blue Levi’s 501s, a Culture Club T-shirt and moccasins. I thought I was so cool and new wave.

What’s at the top of your wish list? Balenciaga white “Phantom” sneakers.

Is there something you would never wear? Wide-legged jeans.

Is there a current trend you like? Bold-patterned shirts.

What shoes do you wear most often? Right now, Givenchy “4G Monogram” trainers. I’m a sucker for a logo and I have a thing for the letter “G”.

What do you sleep in? A pair of Versace pyjamas.

Who’s your favourite fashion icon? Elvis Presley – the black leather, the Cuban-collared shirts, the bomber jackets. I love it; I’ve even got a pair of YSL blue suede shoes.

What do you wear on a typical working day? Black jeans, tee, blazer and trainers.

What’s your favourite casual Sunday look? Black jeans and tee with white trainers. I just bought a pair of Gucci trainers only available in LA, subtle with the right amount of chunk. They have “Gs” all over them, of course.

The Layered Interior (Rizzoli) by Greg Natale is out October 12.

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