In different circumstances, Nicky Haslam envisions himself as Elvis Presley's first wife.
In the vibrant world of eccentricity, our interviewee stands out as a beacon of unique charm. Known for their love of the unorthodox and their penchant for the quirky, they share their fascinating life with us.
The best piece of advice they've ever received was a simple yet profound statement: "Take the dare." This motto has been the guiding principle in their life, encouraging them to embrace the unexpected and live without regrets.
When it comes to giving gifts, they outdo themselves. A recent gift that left a lasting impression was a pair of 1810 porcelain shell-shaped ink wells. The recipient, no doubt, was delighted by this thoughtful and unusual present.
Podcasts are a common pastime for many, but our interviewee finds them often boring. Instead, they prefer the sound of a barking dog as their phone's ringtone, adding a touch of whimsy to their daily life.
If they were a ghost, they'd haunt Elsie de Wolfe, the decorator. Their love for interior design is evident, and they have a particular disdain for the biggest decorating cliché: bookcases either side of the fireplace.
Their wardrobe houses a treasured corduroy suit that they've kept for years. In their flat, you'll find two plastic bird scarers, a testament to their love for anything fake.
Their culinary prowess shines at dinner parties, where they serve "too much to drink" and a chocolate pudding. Their drink of choice, if they don't mind getting a bit tipsy, is a Gibson Martini with onions and onion juice.
Turkey holds a special place in their heart, a testament to their love for travel and new experiences. The artist who painted the carpet they acquired from a rural shop remains a mystery, but the piece, with its Proust's skin color, adds a touch of elegance to their home.
They reside in Primark and buy everything there, from Lipton iced tea to Bonne Maman violet fig yogurt. Their fridge is a treasure trove of unexpected delights, including Roquefort, gherkins, capers, frozen peas, strawberry and rhubarb Bonne Maman, and raspberries.
An indulgence they'd never forgo is six squares of Cadbury Bournville dark chocolate before going to sleep. Their bookshelves are filled with intriguing reads, the latest being Precipice by Robert Harris.
The most stylish person they've ever seen in their life was Cole Porter. Their apartment is adorned with souvenirs from their travels, the best of which being from the Louvre gift shop in Paris.
Their favorite hotel is Jasper Conran's Villa Mabrouka in Tangier. If they could collect the works of any artist, it would be Jean-Etienne Liotard. The best gift they've received was a Valentine's card from Jilly Cooper.
The song guaranteed to make everybody dance is "Mame" from the musical Mame. Their latest grooming discovery is Liha Beauty's Idan face and body oil. In an alternate life, they would have been the first Mrs Elvis Presley.
If they had £20 to spend, they'd choose a pack of cigarettes and a lighter. The last thing they bought and loved was a carpet from a local shop in the countryside, a fake 18th-century design.
They can't resist an old flea market and can't bear having white hair. They believe in ghosts and have seen one in the Gritti hotel in Venice. The object they would never part with is a privately printed, limited-edition collection of poems from Barry Humphries, with a personal inscription.
Intriguingly, they never intended to collect pomegranates but now have about 12. The most memorable party they've ever been to was the one the Queen gave after Charles and Diana's wedding at Claridge's. Their life is a testament to their love for the unusual, the quirky, and the unconventional.
