Style Scout: Sam Grinsfelder

Sam Grinsfelder

Age: 20.

Sign: Sagittarius.

Occupation: Student and retail salesperson.

Hometown: Dallas.

Time in Lawrence: Two years.

What were you doing when scouted? Getting coffee downtown.

How would you describe your style? Eccentric, retro and rock ‘n’ roll.

What are your favorite fashion trends? I love boots, dresses and high-waisted skirts.

What are your least favorite fashion trends? Crocs, leggings with lace, Columbia PFGs and Sperry’s.

What would you like to see more of in Lawrence? More individuality.

What would you like to see less of in Lawrence? Rowdy preteens with grubby paws.

Do you have any piercings or tattoos? I have a tattoo of the state of Texas.

Do you have any fashion influences? Marc Jacobs and Bonner Voss.

People say I look like: My grandmother.

Tell us a secret: I’ve met Patty LuPone and read every Harry Potter book at least 10 times, plus I dressed up like a wizard when I saw the movie at the theater.

Clothing details:

Shoes: Steve Madden, 2007, gift.

Dress: Blank, Hobbs, May 2010, $80.

Belt: Goodwill, 2009, $2.

Purse: Marc Jacobs, July 2010, $230.

Watch: Target, May 2010, $12.