"Two creative minds from New York City , more specifically the Bronx thoroughly taking on any task that comes before them. Submerged in the events of college , and part time nettlesome work it simply fails to stop us from bringing forth our passion to the world. If you feel the same way , why not do the same ?
Our brothers across the pond has always sparked some interest in me when it came to style and fashion. Let’s be perfectly honest here we Americans love to borrow from the British, if it isn’t style and fashion then it’s music. There will always be some sort of connection with both nations since we both relay off the same influences. I may not have a platter of tea and crumpets on a nice Monday morning like today, but the overall British street look style inspires tremendously. When I think of British style the words Skinny, Mod , Skinhead and many others pop into my brain.
What kid doesn’t want to look flash , and like they have more money than they have ? or show off ?
A new consumer driven society was born. The fashionable age of being between thirty and forty at the start of 1950 was soon knocked off its pedestal before the end of the decade, by the arrival of the teenage cult with its own development of style and spending. Until then, 18 year old girls often dressed and made themselves up to look as old as their mothers. - Pauline Weston
To me the most admirable aspect of this was that the young people we’re at the forefront of this movement. Similar to what was going on state side even when you look back at street wear’s prominent time line you see young individuals such as myself and thousands around the country pushing the envelope.
The raw materials of Scottish tweeds and English worsted suit materials were renowned as being of exceptional quality. The wools were also used by the French and the British did everything they could to promote the fine materials with fine designs. - Jane Lasil
This is a six part documentary I found on a UK site , and I felt obligated to post it on here for everyone to see. There are so many similarities to what is going on today especially with Street Etiquette and everyone alike. We’re a flashy, show it out there , look what I got , materialistic culture. There’s a similar connection to the British street style and the urban communities around the nation here where people feel they need to have the Gucci , LV , Coach , Burberry and other luxurious brands. It’s interesting because it applies to different niches around not just the ones seeking the luxurious.
Music is always a great thing to get lost in especially on a Monday morning where the starting of the week approaches. My monday mornings usually consist of answering emails and working on Street Etiquette post. The finest thing about Mondays is I’m off of retail work which can become tedious in itself. As a musician myself I know what emotions music can evoke out of an individual. Every Monday expect some sort of tune from yours truly.
Common & Sadat X feat. Talib Kweli “1999″
I never knew a video for this song existed, but when I stumbled upon it all the old feelings of what old hip hop used to be were present. I had no choice but to spread the word to others and I think this is the perfect platform for that. Reminisce with me!
The print world suffers another blow as far as fashion/style magazines with the Internets push and influence on the general population. I think this video is great and educational depending on the audience whether you’re very knowledgeable in denim or just starting out.
I’ll let you guys form your own opinion on the video, enough talking from me.
I had the honor of getting a sneak peek of Frye boot’s upcoming spring collection and I must say I was highly impressed by the collection. They have stayed close to home with their traditional engineer boot which is one of the reasons many consumers are aware of the brand. The introduction of new styles and colors is what I think will propel them further to the top. My opinion is that majority of established footwear brands are too comfortable in their niche of what has gotten them success ignoring the fact that their needs to be new models and colors periodically releasing. It show us the consumer that the brand is always on the brink of making their product more and more efficient.
There are a solid 7 to 8 styles I know I’m going to be purchasing from this collection. I’m a fan of color on footwear and this aspect in the mens footwear department isn’t greatly common unless you want to pay a nice price tag for it. Our female counterparts receive a much smoother selection of shoes varying in many different colors and styles. I think the U.S market is now realizing that Yes, men can also be infatuated by shoes straying away from just functionality now incorporating style and quality. Frye boots has done what I have been looking for a long time , distinctive footwear with great quality accompanied by a price tag that will not dismantle your bank account.
I want to take out the time to thank Kimberly L, Sarah Cohen and Frye Boots company for giving me the opportunity to see this great collection.
With the season well into Fall I find myself still searching for pieces to buy for the upcoming winter/ It seems the search is never over with so many brands producing pieces you feel you just have to purchase. The denim scarf by the New York based brand Hill-Side has caught my eye, Discovered on my good friend Ryan Plett’s blog it seems we both have been dreaming of such a scarf to be produced.
Owned and ran by two brothers from Brooklyn they first caught my eye when their products newly appeared on Context Clothing. It was something a lot of companies weren’t doing and they fulfilled that void perfectly. The perfect mix between workwear and classic accessories - O really hope to see more great things from this company.
