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I love the look of books published by the firm of Rupert Hart-Davis: They strike me as handsome, elegant, and inviting. I'll pick up almost anything with that imprint, especially if it's in a jacket or priced low.

The key to my collections is sensuality.

Every stylish man should have a copy of 'The Fountainhead' by Ayn Rand on his bookshelf.

I've always loved the rustic, slightly worn style of Canvas and that element of an artisanal hand. It's so inherently chic.

You may feel that Peter Martins' 'Beauty' is too compressed and inexpressive, but it's loyal to the text.

Books are like movies of the mind and it's better to leave Kinsey where she is.

I really like the Chloe Sevigny for Opening Ceremony collection - all of those kind of laser-cut leather dresses.

Daphne Guinness, who makes couture seem wearable, is an icon who influences what I wear.

Rachel Cusk's books are like pop-up volumes for grown-ups, the prose springing out of the page to bop you neatly between the eyes with its insights.