OS 96--FEATURE BITZ--2014 MR COUTURE WINNER ORLONDO THOMPSON

Photos by Natasha Atkins (Mr Couture pics)Faith with Forever Faith Photography and Brandon with Elite Vision 

Last month my production company, Maatology had its annual Mista Couture Charity Style  Contest that had taken place at Laperla Private Hall in downtown St. Louis, Mo. There, six gents from various parts of the country vied for the title of Mr Couture competing in categories from casual wear to formal wear.

The winner was Chicagoan Orlondo Thompson. OUTSTAGN had an opportunity to interview the aspiring model since his win to give our readers a glimpse of the man with the beaming smile.

OS:.How long have you been modeling professionally?

OT:A couple years now, but I started modeling about 4yrs ago. Then, it was more so a hobby and I was curious about it all.

OS:Where are you originally from?

OT:I was born in Lexington, KY but I'm from Cincinnati, OH. I know reside in the Chicagoland area.

OS.How as your first experience coming to St Louis to do the Mr Couture show?

OT: It was fun. I enjoyed the competition, the city, and everyone I met while I was there.

OS:.What were your thoughts when you decided to compete in the contest?

OT: Losing is not an option.

OS:.When you won, what was going through your mind?

OT:I wonder what's next or what winning the Mr Couture could lead to.

Thompson competing at the Mista Couture event.

 OS:What is your definition of style?

 OT:(Its your) personality expressed through the clothes you wear and how you wear them.

OS:How old are you?

OT:I'm 25

OS:How would you describe your personality?

OT:Outgoing, ambitious, humble...

OS:Whats your favorite food?

OT:Pesto chicken pasta

OS:Whats your favorite color?

 OT:Maroon or a burgundy red

OS:.What was the last movie you saw?

OT:All the “Fast and Furious” movies.

OS:.What are some of your hobbies?

OT:Playing chess, going to gym, eating lol, and (driving) my car...Dodge Challenger

OS:Describe a romantic evening with you? 

OT:Pesto chicken pasta, two bottles of wine, late night. The only light is a few candles lit, all in the comfort of our home. 

OS:Whats your workout regimen when you go to the gym?

OT:I hit the weights working all lower body for 30 minutes, then non-stop ab workouts for 20 minutes, play basketball for two or three hours, then back to the weights all upper body for 30 minutes, abs workout for 15 minutes, then back to upper body for 10 minutes.

OS: Whats the one thing about you that people would be surprised to know about you?

 OT:Either that I'm social and easy to talk to.

OS:What  are your future goals in the fashion industry?

OT:To gain a lot more experience and knowledge so that I can help others on their journey in this industry, and to make a career/living solely from this.

How to contact Orlondo is

Instagram @ohhhyesss
www.facebook.com/OhhhhYessss

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