Ma$e Models the Kith Spring 2 2022 Collection

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The second offering from Kith Spring 2022, the Spring 2 collection, is modeled by Ma$e. The 78-style collection features the brand’s inline collection as well as the 101 Program, which has been reintroduced.

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Earthy tones of pastel anchor blues, plaster and canvas tans, and more are featured in the collection’s palette. Two items make a comeback in this collection: the Carmine Coaches Jacket in cotton poplin and the Duane Track Jacket in wrinkle nylon, which will be available in Spring 2020. The Sky design on tapestry jacquard fabric is featured on the Tapestry Coaches Jacket, while the Kith serif embroidery is featured on the front of the Wythe Denim Jacket. Kith also debuts the Weirfield Cardigan, a color-blocked sweater made of super chunk cotton yarn.

The fourth chapter of Ronnie Fieg & Clarks Originals 8th St collection, of which Fieg serves as Creative Director, will be released alongside Spring 2. The Rossendale and the Maycliffe are two new shapes produced by Fieg in this episode. For Spring 2022, the Breacon silhouette will be available in two color variants: multi-gray and multi-blue, both of which feature colors from Kith’s distinctive palette.

Kith also has the newly released Long Bill Yankees cap and the Two-Tone Mountains cap, both of which have an excellent Mountains logo patch.

Kith also brings back its 101 Program, which features a range of Kith’s classic bodies in quality fabrications with no logos. It includes a variety of shorts as well as traditional Kith styles like the Madison Jacket, Paneled LS Tee, Williams Hoodie, and Williams Pant.

Kith Spring 2 releases this Friday, March 25th at all Kith shops as well as 11AM EST on Kith.com and 11AM CET on EU.Kith.com. You can see the pieces below.

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Dapper Dan Collaborates With Gap For “Dap” Sweater

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The clothing brand Gap has been making major moves in the fashion industry. Already, they teamed up with Kanye West and Balenciaga, now they’re partnering up with Harlem’s fashion icon Dapper Dan.

Dapper Dan, who made his name creating his own luxury-label items using authentic pieces from Fendi, Louis Vuitton, and Gucci at his Harlem atelier in the ‘80s and ‘90s.

His goal is to apply that same creativity to Gap. His first piece of clothing will be the salmon-colored hoodie that reads, charmingly, “DAP” in the same Gap font.

“This is the first time Gap has ever modified our iconic heritage logo by personalizing it for this collaboration,” said Mary Alderete, global head of Gap marketing.

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Although Dapper Dan has collaborated with designer brands such as Gucci, Gap has taken his career to new heights literally. Gap debuted the collaboration on 30-foot billboard, on 42nd Street in Times Square.

“Gap allows me to do something I’ve been wanting to do for a long time,” Dap said. “I have so many people who tell me stories, ‘Man, I used to walk by your store when you were in Harlem and I could never afford to buy anything from you. Then, fast-forward 25, 30 years later you’re with Gucci and I still can’t afford you.’ What Gap does for me is it gives me an opportunity to reach down to humanity and let them know that you know you can have a part of me.”

Dapper Dan and Gap’s new Dap hoodie was available for purchase at the price of $99, only slightly more than the average Gap arch-logo hoodie, but like all hyped fashion, the sweater immediately sold out shortly after its 4pm release.

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Jim Jones, Serena Williams & More Walk Runway in Off-White Paris Fashion Week Show

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Jim Jones adds high-fashion runway model to his multi-hyphenate profile as he hits the runway with an all-star cast as part of this year’s Off-White show on Monday (February 28) at Paris Fashion Week. 

The Harlem native surprised fans of his involvement in the Fall-Winter 2022/2023 by Virgil Abloh (In memoriam) show with a series of Instagram posts that ranged from the entertainer eating in Paris to sitting in the make-up chair, preparing to walk to walking the runway in an all-egg plant Off-White outfit with a lavender undershirt. Jones walked with icons in both fashion and sports like Serena Williams, Cindy Crawford, and Kendell Jenner.

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“Talkin bout my walk told u I’m a #RunwaySteppa I’m back on my DiddyBop had to put that shit a n real quick,” Jim Jones wrote in an Instagram caption with video of him posing in front a chandelier, in the center of the Off White showroom. “yal mad cause I’m a runway model a rapper and a trainer lol Came to the @off____white fashion in my @off____white turn it to a splashin show.”

It was a proud moment for Jones and Hip Hop as well. The Harlem native was showered with praise by peers and fans alike in the hip hop community on social media throughout the entire fashion show. Commentary ranging from celebratory to comic relief.

“I’m just gonna say this you get it from your mama! Do the damn thing! You got to love him! Because I love him all the way up to God,” Mama Jones, Jim Jones’ mother, comments.

“Legendary sh*t,” Yella Beezy comments. “1 time for Harlem @jimjonescapo,” Kanye West captioned soon after in an Instagram story showing Jim Jones walking the runway. “Walking like you had it on you and the boys was getting close,” followed media correspondent Wayno, who wrote on Jim Jones’ Instagram post.

“Gooooooooo jimmy,” Fat Joe commented with fire emoji.

“cat walk capo!” commented Angie Martinez with three fire emojis.

“I never saw you walk like that before? Lol,” Maino comments with wide-eyed face emoji.

“The Artist Formerly Known As Capo,” Dave East comments with six hilarious laughing-faced emojis.

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In other news, several days before the show, Jones shared that he was in the studio with the Migos working on new music. The two acts recently collaborated on Jim Jones’s latest project Gangsta Grillz: We Set The Trends, hosted by DJ Drama. “@djkhaled voice another one wit @Migos 😂 in the studio layin down #WeSetTheTrends youtu.be/BPxO1JkTXXs,” he tweets.

Want to see all the pieces in the OffWhite Paris Fashion Week show? Watch the whole show below.

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Bow Wow Strives For Mogul Status in Hair Care Industry

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At times an affronted detail, hairdos among men in hip-hop have a track record of accentuating their presence. Within hip-hop’s history, acts like Kurtis Blow, Big Daddy Kane, Snoop Dogg, and more have established signature looks, with their hairdos serving as the main attraction. Multi-talent Bow Wow also fits this mold as one faculty about his way of rocking a wide range of hairstyles from cornrows to blowouts and braid-outs, ever since the infancy of his career. Now, the rapper, actor, and entrepreneur is taking on the duty of becoming a mogul in the hair care industry with his recent collaboration with Kiss Colors and Care.

At the top of Black history month, Bow Wow launched his new hair maintenance products with hair beauty brand Kiss Colors and Care, including a velvet-styled durag, wave brushes, and a twist styling tool. In an Instagram post about the collaboration, Bow Wow explains how the durag served as a fashion symbol in the early 2000s and was also a better alternative to bandanas for protecting his classic braids.

“My love for durags came at a very early age,” said Bow Wow. “Early 2000s, we just started to incorporate them with the fashion. Even in the summertime, we would rock our durags. I wanted something that was comfortable and something that can keep my hair tied down better than a bandana.”

The aspiring mogul credits Allen Iverson’s fishbone braids as the inspiration for his decision as an adolescent to attain braiding his hair. He shared that his decision to cut his hair and sport waves ultimately was due to his desire to present himself maturely, showcasing his freedom.

“The first hairstyle I really remember doing, which I believe made me who I was, I got to give props to Allen Iverson with the fishbone braids,” he said.

Like Allen Iverson inspired many young Black men to sport fishbone braids, the early 2000s was met with a boom of young Black male adolescents who grew out their tresses and rocked braids. At the time, Bow Wow at the time known as Lil Bow Wow, was a primetime hip-hop act alongside the rise of refined waves and fade cuts. The durag resurfaced as a popular accessory to secure and maintain such styles. This burgeoning came right in time for hip-hop’s bling-bling era; baggy pants and jerseys were deemed official fashion statements and ultimately created a standard for hip-hop fashion.

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[WATCH] Woman Stabbed At Foot Locker During Nike Dunk Drop In L.A.

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According to several confirmed reports, a woman was stabbed several times near a Los Angeles Foot Locker during the long wait for a Nike SB Dunk release. 

TMZ reports that the woman was stabbed by a man following an argument while standing in line. Video surveillance shows the man with a knife and not long after the video was released to authorities, the man was taken into custody.

The woman was taken to a nearby hospital, but her condition is currently unknown.

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Streetwear Titan Sprayground Celebrates Black Excellence With Futuristic Collection

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Sprayground, the world’s most influential streetwear brand known for its eccentric and loud designs – has unveiled their newest drop “Path To The Future” collection, a multidimensional capsule-collection inspired by Black artistry around the world. Featuring an electrifying showcase of colors and graphics that push fashion boundaries. This collection explores the future through the artistic vision of Sprayground VP and independent artist Sandflower, whose Black heritage remains a focal point of her design ethos. For this collaboration, Sprayground will donate a portion of its proceeds to Black Girls Code, SOS Africa and Boys and Girls Club.

The “Path To The Future ” collection puts an eye-catching display of rich colors and bold shapes that took inspiration in the importance of celebrating artistry and fortitude of black artists, taking a deeper look at the influence of black culture and the future of self-expression. The modernistic vision of this collection is reflected in the aesthetic of hoodies, joggers, backpacks, fanny packs, handbags and duffle bags; featuring the iconic “shark mouth” that authenticates Sprayground’s world-famous style.

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Sustainable, practical, and fashion-forward are just some of the most distinctive qualities of Sprayground’s legacy. Known for its generally loud designs – along with high-quality materials – the “Path To The Future” collection is no different. These bold apparel assortments are perfect
for your next trip, whether it’s strolling through city streets or walking down the runway. The limited-edition collection is available online at the Sprayground website and exclusive boutiques nationwide this month. As with all Sprayground collections, once it’s gone, it’s gone, so bag it whilst you can! For additional information, please visit www.sprayground.com.

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Streetwear Titan Sprayground Celebrates Black Excellence With Futuristic Collection

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Sprayground, the world’s most influential streetwear brand known for its eccentric and loud designs – has unveiled their newest drop “Path To The Future” collection, a multidimensional capsule-collection inspired by Black artistry around the world. Featuring an electrifying showcase of colors and graphics that push fashion boundaries. This collection explores the future through the artistic vision of Sprayground VP and independent artist Sandflower, whose Black heritage remains a focal point of her design ethos. For this collaboration, Sprayground will donate a portion of its proceeds to Black Girls Code, SOS Africa and Boys and Girls Club.

The “Path To The Future ” collection puts an eye-catching display of rich colors and bold shapes that took inspiration in the importance of celebrating artistry and fortitude of black artists, taking a deeper look at the influence of black culture and the future of self-expression. The modernistic vision of this collection is reflected in the aesthetic of hoodies, joggers, backpacks, fanny packs, handbags and duffle bags; featuring the iconic “shark mouth” that authenticates Sprayground’s world-famous style.

Screen Shot 2022 02 16 at 4.45.26 AM

Sustainable, practical, and fashion-forward are just some of the most distinctive qualities of Sprayground’s legacy. Known for its generally loud designs – along with high-quality materials – the “Path To The Future” collection is no different. These bold apparel assortments are perfect
for your next trip, whether it’s strolling through city streets or walking down the runway. The limited-edition collection is available online at the Sprayground website and exclusive boutiques nationwide this month. As with all Sprayground collections, once it’s gone, it’s gone, so bag it whilst you can! For additional information, please visit www.sprayground.com.

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