WALTER HEGO

Walter Hego, a tatoo artist from Cali, has left an artistic stamp in mind after viewing some of his pieces. I love the simple graphic quality about his work and then it holds a sense of humor; that makes it good $$H!!++

MY CHARIOTS ON FIRE

TO INFINITY AND BEYOND

If you've been looking around any accessories in the malls lately, the new trend for watches are the clear bands. Everybody has them, G-Shock, Fossil, Guess, Addidas, Dior; it goes on, but Shayan Afshar has collaborated with Levi Mastro to produce the ultimate wrist piece. The yellow 18k gold plated cuffs are an eye catcher and really pops from the transparent band. Although, to me, it would be very difficult to distinguish the time off quick glance, its still a great look. But lets be real, who wears watches for the time anymore, we have phones for that. Don't let your time run out. The "Infinity Piece" are very limited. Only 12 people will have this on their wrist.

LAST DAY OF FASHION WEEK

GOOD FRIDAY

Kanye West Feat. Common, Pusha T, Kid Cudi,
Big Sean & Charlie Wilson

Model: Omar Kennedy
@ Boss Models / Next Miami
Photographer: Tarrice Love
Assisted by: Shyloh Wilkerson
www.ice-itsocool.com

JUST WHIP IT...WHIP IT REAL GOOD

WHIP MY HAIR - WILLOW SMITH

RAD HOURANI x MYKITA 2011 SPRING/SUMMER SUNGLASSES

Rad by Rad Hourani Spring 2011 | New York Fashion Week

Original Fake x New Era 8P “XX” Cap

Original Fake released the 8p "XX" cap, which is their newest collaboration with New Era. It comes in two grey wool colorways.

★ VERBAL & YOON: Where It All Happens on HYPEBEAST TV ★

I USE MY GUT WHEN MY VISION GETS MURKY

#KANYE SHOULDER SHRUGS

iPHONE 4 vs BLACKBERRY TORCH

I've been on Crackberry for years now....its addictive!! BBM me, i'll tell you about it. Lately I've been having crazy thoughts, I dont wanna cheat on Mz. Berry, but due to upgrade, iP4 is looking real nice right about now. #1.Q: Where should I go? Do I stay in the Black zone or chuck up the dueces and roll out with the iPhone 4?

VOTE >>> write Blackberry or iPhone in the comment area

B$B x MOXIEJOE PRESENTS:

ATL GETS BASED!!!
LIL B X GRIP PLYAZ X FKi X RETRO SUSHI
FRIDAY AUGUST 20TH @ THE LOFT ATL.
Doors open @9 ADV$20 ALL AGES!!!

ROGER THAT!!!!!

Billionaire Boys will be coming out with their latest cap to add to your collection soon

SEE ME NOW

Kanye West dropped his new record featuring Beyonce and Charlie wilson "See Me Now" What do you think?

DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER

PORTRAIT OF POWER

ROCKIN SOMETHIN HIGH-END LIKE A F'N O.D.

TEACH ME HOW TO DOUGIE

YOU AINT NOTHING BUT A VULTURE

VISIONS OF VISIONARIES

BACK TO SCHOOL KIDS

I don't know about you but this is what I'll be packing.

YUKETEN MELTON WOOL BACKPACK

TI$A x $hoe Commercial x Preview

R.A.D.ICULOUS

WHATCHU DOIN??? BULL$H!%*....

Mario Epanya is a Cameroon-born fashion photographer who is currently living in Paris. Alongside his work as a photographer he has been campaigning for an African edition of international fashion bible, Vogue. Epanya has created a series of fictional covers for the magazine using exclusively African models. However the magazine’s publisher, Condé Nast, have rejected the proposal, sparking outrage from across the world. Don’t Panic spoke to Epanya about the impact of the decision on African fashion, African women and ideals of beauty.

What was your initial reaction when you heard Condé Nast’s decision to reject your proposition for a Vogue Africa?
Well in a very conservative world, I knew the answer would be negative, but I wanted to have a confirmation of that, at the same time there's no reason to continue the innovation.

What made you decide to do the campaign?
I was tired of seeing titles like, "she was the first black model to ‘grace’ the cover of Vogue.” Tired of seeing this ten times about the same model... ALLO! We're around! We read and we are buyers too... come on! And as I said, one word – DIVERSITY darling, DI-VER-SI-TY!

There are some very successful African models such as Alex Wek and Iman, don’t you think they represent African women in the fashion industry?
Of course, Iman, Alec, Liya… my fierce Naomi (love her) are my girls and they represent black beauty proudly, but that doesn't mean we should stand and clap ours hands because we’ve got ten supermodels – give me a break! And fashion is not only about modelling, there's an industry behind it: designers, shows, advertising, magazines, agencies, photography, beauty, cosmetics, and jewellery.

What’s more, all this creativity has got to be seen and taken to a higher level and I’m sorry, right now only Vogue can do that – no matter what people and haters say – because Vogue is not only a magazine, it's an institution that reveals talent to the world! Look at me – I've been around for almost 15 years now working in fashion. Do you think I'll be here today answering to your questions if I did not mention Vogue!? Vogue makes miracles ok?

You are a beauty photographer – from your experience why do you think the fashion industry is so preoccupied with ideals of white beauty, when it is an industry based on innovation and new ideas?
Well, well, well, tough question, but I’ll try to answer it in a very simple way. I think it's political. The market was made for the Western countries, and people were always taught things will never change, but the fact is that the world is changing. China, Brazil, India, South Africa are the new market, with trillions of people, with different cultures. The big question is: do they want Western culture or their own? I think culture is about sharing for a better culture don't you?

Do you think Vogue Africa would be relevant to the native population?
Vogue Africa is just a symbol dedicated to all people of African descent no matter where they are: Africa, America, Australia, Europe, West Indies, Brazil, Jamaica...We all have the same Motherland.

If you could put anyone on the cover of Vogue who would it be?
A group of black women readers from every part of the world.

Checkout the Full Interview taken from http://dontpaniconline.com/magazine/style/racism-in-fashion-surely-not

ARE U READY TO GLOW IN THE DARK??

Lately, I've been looking into furniture to for my place and I noticed this illuminescent furniture. Designers Kiwi & Pom really lit up the spot with these chairs.

JUMP ON AN ELEVATOR BABY.......

Janelle is ON A NEXT LEVEL....Just Tip On It

A COOL CAT

The Cool Cats and Starter released the newest edition of their Sophomore cap collection, the "S.M.U.T." cap. Designer Ed Banger took inspiration from ol skool Hip-Hop lyrics. This headwear is one of a kind...120 pieces to be exact..but they are now available through the Cool Cats store.