Franck Gauthé is the founder of menswear brand The Coolest Man You Know and a proud Parisian. Five years after launching a concept store in the heart of the city in 2015, Gauthé started his own label, focusing on well-made clothes with low environmental impact. 

George Upton: What did you do last night?

Franck Gauthé: I was with a friend at our favorite Indian restaurant in Paris, Azaytoona, in the 18th arrondissement. I got home pretty early and spent the evening working.

GU: Do you like working at home?

FG: Yes; I’m a homebody. I’ve made a place for myself that has a really nice vibe, and everything I need is here. I can be creative at home. 

GU: When was the last time you stayed up all night?

FG: Two days ago. My mind is clearer at night and I didn’t have much to do the n...