Timo Baumann: “My Favorite Thing Is My Tongue.”

Photographed by Justin Campbell

Styling by Gianluca Cococcia
Grooming by Brady Lea

“Bruce Lee” cotton jersey slouch fit T-shirt; “Sexy Mercury” jeans; “Boxer” shorts; Twin sole sandals; All from Dsquared2 Spring Summer 2020

How were you discovered?

I was discovered in London, during a shopping trip to Topshop a few years ago.

What is your middle name?

Niklas

How many languages do you speak?

Three. German, English and a little bit of French.

What is your Fitness Regime?

Whatever is fun! Sometimes it's just going for a run and sometimes it’s spending half a day in a climbing gym. I don’t have a strict plan.

Printed lace short sleeve shirt; Stretch cotton “Brad” pants; Leather belt; All from Dsquared2 Spring Summer 2020

Favorite cheat day food?

Italian pizza.

French Kiss or French Fries?

French Kiss

What is your favorite physical feature (Your own)?

Right now, my favorite thing is my tongue.

What do you sleep in?

I sleep only in boxers.

What is the most comfortable bed you have ever slept in?

My own. Probably because I’m used to it.

What fictional character have you had a crush on?

Kim Possible was definitely one of the coolest.

What’s your idea of beauty?

Individuality

Have you ever had your heart broken?

Yes and I wish no one would ever have to go through such a pain.

Do you believe in love at first sight?

Not really. I think love is more than just being attracted to someone.

What is your Guilty Pleasure?

I think I'm not alone when I admit I love playing video games for hours and just eating junk food.

What did you Google last?

What's meant by " Guilty Pleasure”.

What is one thing you can’t live without?

Mountains

What is the first song on your playlist?

‘Beautiful Day’ by U2

When is the last time you cried?

I think it was during a learning period, right before some exams.

What makes you nervous?

I always feel like I’m going to have a heart attack when the email with my exam result comes in.

What is the most romantic thing you have ever done?

The week I spent in Valencia was super romantic.

When’s the last time (if ever) you skinny dipped?

Last summer after a night out, we went for a swim in the river in Zurich.

"Bruce Lee” cotton jersey slouch fit T-shirt; “Boxer” shorts; All from Dsquared2 Spring Summer 2020

What body part are you most attracted to?

I am very much a "leg-person" if there is such a thing.

Lights on or lights off?

Lights on

Swimming or Sunbathing?

Sunbathing

Shower or Bath?

Shower

Phone Call or Text?

Phone Call

Do you think aliens exist?

I think that there are living species out there apart from us. But maybe in the form of a bacteria or other single-celled organism. Not like what you see in Hollywood films.

Cotton Peacock Bowling Shirt; Twin Sole Sandals; “Sexy Mercury” jeans, “Boxer” shorts; All Dsquared2 Spring Summer 2020

Can you sum up your life’s philosophy in one sentence?

Treat people as you would like to be treated.

Who is your number one supporter?

My Mom

How do you feel the fashion industry needs to change?

The fashion industry changes all the time and that’s good. During the last few years the industry made some huge improvements regarding diversity. In my opinion, the next step is to do more to create absolute gender equality. For example, most top designers and photographers are male but female models are paid more than male models.