Staple Design Camo Hoodie w/ Pigeon on it. A Fall Must-Have !

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Well, to many people 200 followers on Instagram may not seem a lot, but for a young teen with a big dream, this is called progress. I love and appreciate all my followers. I hope you guys enjoy this design I put together ( eligible to be a graphic designer???). Theres A LOT more heading your way, Stay tuned....

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Brooklyn's Finest Street-wear brands, their stories, and why we love them.

August Releases

Today, August 2nd,  Kidrobot, Rocksmith, and The Hundreds will be releasing their newest releases and collection. Be sure to pass through to cop some new gear.

Billionaire Boys Club Fall Collection Released

Billionaire Boys Club has released their fall collection August 1st. The collection holds many camouflage designs and other designs with vibrant colors on there BBC Classic Slogan and Astronaut Head. I had a hard time choosing what i wanted to buy. The collection was truly wonderful. Two thumbs up BBC.

Billionaire Boys Club New York Flagship Store (456 West Broadway)

                                       BBC/Ice Cream Store front

                                         "Arch Shiffli" Tee that I had to buy. Love it :)

Frank Kozik

Frank Kozik, a well known Graphic Artist has worked with many like Nirvana, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Butthole Surfers, etc. Frank runs a successful record label called Man’s Ruin Records and has also published books such as Man’s Ruin: Posters and Art and Desperate Measures Empty Pleasures. Franks work caught my eye through his collectible art toys at Kidrobot (Art toys, signature apparel, and pop culture accessories). Frank is mostly recognized through his famous Smorkin’ Labbit which was doodled up around the year 1996 while he was with his friends in Japan. Frank has since been one of Kidrobots most anticipated artist.

<----- A customized Munny, "Labbits Face", drawn and signed by Frank Kozik himself for me.

<----- A Labbit sticker, signed by Frank Kozik.

Its amazing how Frank Kozik has become such a well known artist with his amazing works, and he has practically taught himself all the skills he knows. Read more about Frank Kozik’s inspiring story Here in this interview he did with Kidrobots Paul Budnitz.

Frank Kozik, customizing my Munny & signing my sticker.

Why I Love Street Wear

          During my high school years every time my parents would ask me, “where’s your money?” I wouldn't have it. I would spend it on something I really had a passion for, that I would spend my school money on, street wear. While other teens would spend their money on illegal drugs, alcohol, and whatever was the new trend, I would be hitting up some of my favorite stores. Ever since I hit the age where imagination and education fuse together (teen years) I've become a street wear fanatic. I look back on my younger days and wonder why I ever let my mother buy my school clothes. Now I wear clothes that have meaning to it, it isn't just a piece of cloth, there’s a story behind every brand I wear, a story that’s worth listening to.

            Many times I would be called an idiot for paying more money than usual for an exclusive graphic tee than buying 3 shirts with that money from a store like Old Navy or Aeropostale. Rather than listening to those ignorant people I kept doing what I do best, street wear shopping. As I got more into the lifestyle I learned more about the brands I shopped at. I learned that every piece of clothing sold had hours of hard work into it. The piece of clothing was not just made to wear; it was made to share a thought/idea/topic/message/etc. The people who own street wear brands aren’t just some cool hipster guys who make nice Tee’s; they’re hardworking people who have educated themselves whether academically or through the streets. The creators want to share something more than just clothes with their customers, it can be about art, politics, music, stereotypes, themes, perspective, graffiti, anything at all. Street wear brands don't just put a cool design on a Tee for no reason, and it’s not about the money because if it was, all of these brands would be trying to go mainstream which would not be considered street wear. Every time I buy a new Tee I usually learn something new.

            Not only is street wear clothing meaningful, but it is also unique which is why the certain few thrive to cop some new gear. Street wear brands are very careful to make limited amounts of clothes to keep their brand exclusive and to ensure that their customers are wearing exquisite clothing. Those who wear street wear rise above those who just wear mainstream clothes just because Kim Kardashian wore it or whichever celebrity is hot out there nowadays. Street wear really makes a person feel like an individual in a society where “ethics” control. I’m not sure when or where street wear originated, but I do know that it has been breaking boundaries ever since. Street wear will forever and always be around, best believe that.

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By: Juan Duran