Guest Blogger – Blake Nieman-Davis (Samantha’s bro)

Samantha's brother - Blake Nieman-Davis at his store in Portland, Oregon - Blake

Working with Samantha and being friends with her has given me the opportunity to get to know her incredible family. The only sibling I have yet to meet is the infamous Blake. Seriously this is not an exaggerated use of the word “infamous.” I have been told that this man will charm the pants off you, or on you, as the case may be. I have heard this from not only his family, but also from total strangers when they find out that Samantha’s brother is Blake. In one instance, a fashion savvy gal we met in Los Angeles gushed about Blake and his namesake store, Blake. She even went on to say that she had thoughts of moving to Portland and was hoping that she and her boyfriend could become friends with him when they did. I have also heard that he has the eye and talent for assisting in selecting jeans that will look the best on your body. It all sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it? I am now determined to make the trek to Portland to meet Blake and garner some of his expertise in finding me the perfect jeans. I will keep you posted and perhaps even post a picture!

We are so excited to have Blake as our guest blogger this week and hope that if you haven’t visited his store, you will now be inspired to do so!

Name: Blake Nieman-Davis

Location: Portland, OR

Astrological Sign: Gemini

Alter Ego: I am a Gemini, there are a bunch of us….

Doppelganger: Justin Timberlake

Dream Destination: Japan

Most Treasured Possession: 1965 vintage Rolex

How would you describe your style in 5 words or less:

Very basic. Jeans, black t-shirt and Jack Purcells

Favorites

Magazine: Monocle Magazine

Adesso Piece: Foglio necklace

Adesso Fall 2011 - Foglio Necklace - Available next week on Adessoshop.com

Color: blue

Scent: Santa Maria Novella

Shampoo: Daily Fix

Lipstick: I prefer little or no makeup.

Jeans: Kicking Mule Workshop

Questions

If you could have one super power what would it be? I want the ability to slow down the world around me, while retaining the ability to move at full speed

Which accessory do you never leave home without? A balisong (butterfly knife)

Are you more likely to be seen with a great earring or necklace? Neither

What quality do you most admire about a person? fearlessness

What was the best advice you were ever given? When arguing with a woman, as quickly as possible blurt out the phrase “I am an idiot” Inevitably that that was going to be the final conclusion anyway.

This or That This

Silver or Gold – Silver

Morning or Night – Morning

Beer or Wine - Whiskey

LA or NY – NY Without a doubt

Heels or flats – Flats

What 5 places are a must visit in your hood + why?

1) Produce Row Café – my brothers amazing restaurant and bar on the central east side.