Hey y’all!
Happy August! I hope this finds y’all well. It’s been a relaxing last couple weeks, personally speaking and because it’s been a little quieter in the fashion world. I hope you all are getting some good sunshine and decompression time in, too.
Don’t forget we’ve got a raffle for the chance to win Honor the Gift items still going on. Enter for your chance to win! #WhyNot
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Quick Take
What Inspired My Love of Fashion
A big part of the reason I wanted to start this newsletter in the first place is to have a place to share my deep love of fashion, which I consider one of the most amazing ways we have to express ourselves creatively in the world.
I’m honored that I’ve been referred to by some as the “king of NBA style,” because my outfits are something I take serious pride in!
Here are some of the things that inspire me fashion-wise:
Basketball. I love the game and love that it allows me the space to explore another passion, which is fashion. Both are valid ways of expressing yourself.
Business. Fashion is about style, but it’s also about dollars and cents. I love learning about different brands and how they market themselves and stay trendy with consumers.
My mom. She’s my day one style icon. She always kept every member in our family looking fresh when I was growing up, and I really appreciate that about her. She’s still the flyest.
When it comes to clothes, I love switching it up, wearing things people don’t expect, and challenging myself to think outside of the box. How about you?
Tunnel Fits
This Week’s Top 4 Tunnel Fits
Skylar Diggins
Love a matching set, can never go wrong in one. This one has a little flare. Skylar has been killing it all year long. Love this set. The shorts and trench coat vibe is great.
DeAndre Yedlin
I love this look. Very where is Waldo-esque. Very high fashion. The hat tops it all off. Great look overall and it’s probably my favorite look of the week.
Croix Bethune
Very cute and classy. The sweater is amazing. Brings out every other part of the look, every color. Great look. And I love the ponytail.
Cameron Brink
I love this for Cameron. Everything about it I love. Particularly the boots and the bag. Just looks great and solid overall. Good luck to her and happy to see her back out there.
Trend Watch
The Polo Shirt Renaissance
Even though school’s out for summer, it’s always in style to sport a clean, preppy look fit for campus. Lately, polo shirts have been experiencing a renaissance and I’m all for it – especially ones that are striped. Whether you’re spending your day by a body of water, at work, or a weekend get together, a relaxed, collared polo is always a good look.
Elevate Your Game
Vintage Shopping In Japan
Shoutout to a reader for inspiring my styling tip this week — glad to hear that the best part of your summer has been studying abroad in Japan! Keep up the good work.
Japan is known for having some of the best vintage shopping opportunities in the world. If you happen to live in Japan or are visiting there, here are some spots I recommend you check out:
The Shimokitazawa District in general is great for stumbling upon local boutiques
Casanova Vintage in Harajuku
Amore Vintage in Harajuku (which is best known for its collection of archival Chanel)
Nats in Osaka
What’s your favorite thing to shop for in a vintage store? Tees, denim, accessories? Let me know!
Elevate Your Game
Giveaway Alert!
Alright, y’all — this one’s simple. I’m giving away one of my favorite pieces from Honor the Gift: the Denim Riding Jacket. All you have to do to enter is be subscribed to this newsletter. You already did that? Bet. Want to boost your chances? Invite a friend.
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Final Whistle
Los Angeles in London
It’s no secret that there’s news about where I’ll end up on the horizon, and I appreciate y'all's interest… but just hold tight, there’s more to come.
In the meantime, I had a great time in London at the Kendrick Lamar show — seeing a fellow Angeleno take the stage with such confidence and style reminded me why I love my city and the way we do things in the WEST! There was so much LA pride in the stadium, even internationally. At the end of the day there’s no place like home.
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Until next time,
