Daily Fashion 265

'I was the only young boy in kindergarten with polo styled shirts and corduroy pants...'

Submitted by Arrington Crawford
instagram @thebillionbrand

'Style has no limits! It is your personal expression of your inner convictions! Style is an art form that, just like any painter, it takes time to understand your personal flare and interpretation.

Ever since I was a little boy I have always been drawn to clothes and attempting to make sure I was well put together. Part of the reason is that both my mother, who is a seamstress and my father, who was known for being revolutionary in his dress, wouldn't allow me to dress any other way!

I was the only young boy in kindergarten with polo styled shirts and corduroy pants accompanied by pat and leather Stacy Adams and at other times loafers with shorts, while every other child had your basic two piece leisure set with the animals printed on them or cartoon characters!

Since then as I grew older and had self understanding of clothes and could start to make my own decisions as to what I wore, that stuck with me because I was always concerned about being different and standing out in my presentation compared to the next student! I would love to get the attention of teachers and faculty that would praise me from day to day going outside their way saying how nice I looked. It further showed me that the way you present yourself will cause people to react unintentionally in certain ways to you that are socially benefiting,

Building upon that base from a little boy, as I stand today as a man, I consider my style to be eccentric and exotic, but simple, classic and timeless because it is not driven by nor bound to a current trend. Often times it is set out of the normal and it is fashion forward so that it has no limits to a fashion period!

I consider my style to be fearless. Often times people don't try new things for fear of what people have to say, but how else are trends started? and furthermore as I always say, its the person's confidence that makes the clothes not the clothes that make up for the persons confidence, because that's the only way for you to bring a look to life and sub-consciously your confidence persuades people to believe in whatever that is. The world is coming to understand who I am and my style I have to offer and I am grateful that people can believe in what I do even if they themselves wouldn't do it, they respect my style. I give honor to God for the small acclaim he has allowed me to have thus far in life and I hope that my personal brand would expand even the more across the globe!

Stay blessed!'

Daily Fashion 264

'I have no choice but to know and understand the details of fashion...'

Submitted by Roshard Small
instagram @shadsmall
twitter @shadsmall

'I come from a city in which style is limited, class is lacking, and what you see on tv is what you do in real life. My inspiration comes from the European tailored suits that fits you perfectly and nobody else. Being a model, a writer, and a stylist I have no choice but to know and understand the details of fashion. It's embedded in me.

My first real introduction to fashion came around age 5, when I could actually understand things. My mother signed me up for a fashion show in which I modeled, things took off from there.

I can also say that my parents in general are a big inspiration with my love for fashion, both have a style that's unparalleled to others of their generation and they seem to update me on things more than I update them. It's kind of weird driving 200 miles to see them and the first thing they pull out is an article of clothing but that's just the connection we have as a family.'

Daily Fashion 263

'I stay true to the history of Tonsorial Arts...'

Submitted by Pedro Rosario
instagram @tonsorialartist1
twitter @tonsorial1000

'I am a Tonsorial Artist (Master Barber) by profession. In an era when men are more style conscious no matter the budget, my passion for my craft fits right in to the times. Modern day Barbering is a mash-up of classic meets modern, old meets new, & that's how I would define my personal style.

I stay true to the history of Tonsorial Arts in the sense that the Barber was a respected part of the community with an impeccable appearance day in day out. I'm more of an understated Dandy because my style is subtle yet eye catching. I aspire to be the best dressed, the most charismatic, & well rounded conversationalist, all while giving the best haircut/shave of my clients life.

Style has been part of my life ever since I could remember. I grew up during the Golden Age of Hip Hop when originality, authenticity, & flair were the daily operation. As an adult I went through different phases of style but always represented these traits, while rocking classic & modern styles interchangeably. Clothes do not make the man, but image & substance go hand in hand. If you look the part you will be taken more seriously. When I walk into any room I want to stand out of the pack with a hat, vest, vintage tie clip, bow tie, shoes, bag or all of the above. If you look good, you exude confidence!

Handle your business, live with passion, be better than you where yesterday, & look damn good while you're doing it.'