The Intro…

During the early 1990’s brands like Ralph Lauren and Nautica were a huge trend in the urban society but they weren’t urban and didn’t reflect what the culture stood for nor did they mirror the movement within the community. Shortly after, brands like Maurice Malone, Fubu, Karl Kani and later Mecca USA came to the forefront because finally, now there were brands that represented a specific culture that the inner city related to and most importantly the people felt as though it was “one of their own”. The struggle, hustles, swaggers and all in all relativeness was finally felt with the introduction of these brands that were created by African American designers. So I must say, at the right place, right era and at the right time for these individuals now to be known as moguls/trendsetters. All of these designers actually became my inspiration to what I would later took interest in venturing…. so I say, thanks for having the heart and courage to believe in you!

Originally growing up in an all black surroundings from the inner city to schools I attended mirrored the type of clothing I would relate to. But things changed once I moved into areas that were more mixed and diverse. My attitude, experiences and outlook on life began to change. I later began to be more open to the outlook on society rather than specifically focusing on an exclusive community or culture, but more to a way of life regardless of one ethnicity. From the comfort of an all black surrounding to the migration of what was initially uncomfortable later created a sense of understanding and acceptance of all people. As I began to remove the mask that many create from being around one culture, I began to grow as a person…..and my mind set and perception on life began to mature.