Throwback Thursday: When Burberry Came To The Hood

Urban fashion has come a long way in the past few years. About ten years ago, if your clothes were baggy, matchy-matchy, and adorned with gaudy labels, your fashion was on point. In fact, if everything was the same label, you were probably the best dressed person in your class. However, due to a number of trends & factors, that has all change:

I could blog forever about how things like Cam’ron and the color pink, the veneration of the college kid, man bags, and skinny jeans have changed the face of urban male fashion, but today I’m going to focus on just one thing: when Burberry came to the hood.

We were always a little bit late on fashion in my hometown, but I remember Burberry first touching the urban community in the summer of 2002. Eventually, everybody had on some sneakers with a random snippet of Burberry monogram, and every ghetto beauty supply store had a fake Burberry t-shirt in the window. Before I knew it, it seemed like every high-fashion label was involved in a joint-endeavor with Nike.

Fendi Anyone?

As we all know now, neither Nike nor any major label or fashion house had anything to do with this ghetto s***. In fact, most labels do not even sell monogrammed fabric. So, the closest thing to an authentic Gucci Air Force One could only be made if you bought a real Gucci piece (like a $2500 jacket), cut it apart, and sewed the fabric onto your shoes.

So yes… Even your Burberry Timbs were fake.

For many of us, this was the first time that we every heard of this legendary London label. This trend has definitely caused many fashion victims to victimize themselves even further. However, it also inspired a lot of us to look beyond the constraints of Urban fashion, and get into pieces like this:

this:

& this:

I’m going to close this post with an ode to all fashions ghetto and gaudy, Nelly – “Air Force Ones”

Nelly - Air Force Ones (music video)

Christian Louboutin’s First Ever Sneaker!

Everyone is going crazy over these new Christian Louboutin red bottom kicks! What are your take on this leopard number? Hot Or Chop?????

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"You Don't... Go To Buckingham Palace In A Sweater"

These are the sentiments expressed by one of the biggest names in fashion, Oscar De La Renta.

Since the beginning of the Barack Obama Presidential Campaign, Michelle Obama has made a conscious effort to support lesser-known American Designers. If she's not wearing something from designers like Jason Wu, Thakoon, and Isabel Toledo, she is sporting something from a big and affordable chain such as: The Gap, H&M, and J. Crew. Unsurprisingly, some people aren't too pleased with the first lady's style choices, including: Oscar De La Renta, Vera Wang, and Donna Karan. Here is what they have to say:

"American fashion right now is struggling," says Oscar de la Renta. "I think I understand what [Obama and her advisers] are doing, but I don't think that is the right message at this particular point....I don't object to the fact that Mrs. Obama is wearing J. Crew to whatever because the diversity of America is what makes this country great. But there are a lot of great designers out there. I think it's wrong to go in one direction only."

He went on to say: "You don't...go to Buckingham Palace in a sweater."

Donna Karan took a more positive tone:

"I hope and believe that this is just a moment," says Karan. "And I hope to be able to dress her, and not only dress her but address her, sit down -- I'm interested in her totality as a woman."

And Vera Wang also weighed in:

"I love seeing young designers and their vision and how they grow and all of that," she says. "On the other hand, of course, I wish she would consider some of us, because I think we also have contributions to make."

Although everyone loves a labelwhore, you can't expect every younger first lady to be a carbon copy of Jacki-O. If she feels more comfortable wearing H&M than Ralph Lauren, let the woman be.

Trade In Your Sneakers

Shoe:Nike Air Yeezy

Price: TBA



These go hard, esp. these Black & pink joints. They remind me of the only pair of Jordans (I'm not a fan) I actually went out and bought, the 4's. There is no pricing on these as of yet, but when I find out I'll definitely let you know.


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Fashion Footprints: Hi Hater

Item: king warhol hi

Coin: $140.00

To purchase: Click here


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Fashion Footprints: Meet Russell

Say hello to my little friend, Russell. He likes to take long walks in the park, is very comfortable to be around, and he's easy on the eye! Going once, going twice? Sold....sold to the young man across the street! 

Item: Clae - men's russell (merot)

Coins: $125


To buy a date with him click here



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L.A. Gear 2008 Fall/Winter Collection

Guess who is trying to make a come back!!! Childhood favorite from the 80's and late 90's!! My L.A Gears never looked like this. THIS IS FAB-U-LOUS!

Following up on their announcement earlier this year, Los Angeles-based indie retailer Sportie LA has teamed up with L.A. Gear to bring back the popular ’90’s footwear label. Utilizing a collection of original models, the kicks were revamped with a new selection of materials and color choices while still retaining a nostalgic fashion quality. Their 2008 fall/winter lineup is now available exclusively through the Sportie LA online store as well as in their flagship locations.

Purple Rain

Adidas Gazelle 2 - Purple Tartan

Spotted at KicksOnfire


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Don't Call It A Come Back

I Been Here You Years.....




Nike Dunk Destroyer Pack

• Patent leather construction

• The colorways include black, green, and red.

These sneakers can be purchased at Shelter


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Nintendo Sold Separately

Remember Duck Hunt? Donkey Kong?...Ok, how about Super Mario Bros? Well Nike has just released an exclusive style of the Nike Air Classic BW, in which the color scheme of the shoe was inspired by the Nintendo game system we all know and love.



Reminiscent to the classic gaming system, The Nike Air Classic BW ‘Nintendo Edition’ features a dark grey and neutral grey upper with red accents on the heel, tongue and side panels. To further solidify this Nintendo-inspired sneaker, the word ‘START’ appear on the side panel in red as well.

Now thats a throwback kick! You can tip to the mall in these

Spotted at Proper

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Laced Up In The ATL

Lace up your kicks & get ready to leave your fashion footprints. This small boutique will have you running back. Laced up, a sneaker boutique that sits across from one of Atlanta's dopest breakfast spots, Thumps Up, in the newly developed Edgewood village carries a varity of rare sneakers. So while your on the waiting for breakfast (and yes, Thumps Up will have you waiting), head over to Laced Up & check out some of their rare, classic, & limited-edition sneakers! They have too much to offer from Dunks to Adidas, they have it all. You will not be disappointed!
Even tho I, at times, am strapped for cash, I step in the store wanting to go for broke. It's like sneaker heaven to all sneakerheads, both men & women. Yes ladies....they got you covered too, they will lace you with a STUPID heel! So don't even worry about leavin there empty-handed.
And if you have any sneakers that are "sneaker-worthy", you can sell them without any hassle. Email them at sneakers@lacedup.biz with your sneakers, the size, and the condition and they will get back at you with a price. You can also visit them on the web @ www.lacedup.biz.
So if your ever in the Atlanta area make sure you pay them a visit, cause you never know what celebrity you might run into. Their celebrity clientele includes T.I., Baltimore Raven's Jamal Lewis, Big Boi of Outkast and Clinton Portis, just to name a few. Don’t forget to tell them KidduNot sent you!



LOCATION: 572 Edgewood Ave Suite 114Atlanta, GA 30312
EMAIL: sneakers@lacedup.biz
TELE#: 404.230.5905
OWNER: Ernel Dawkins



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I Need to see you in these Adidas's Campus 80

For back to school, adidas is going old-school, with retro favorites like this Campus 80. The three stripes will re-introduce the sneaker this fall. Wanna look dope the first day of school? Cop these joints at adidas originals stores and be the coolest cat in the cafeteria. Remember 1st impressions are the best impressions. Leave your mark for only $65!

Kickin' For Da Summer

Fellas, You Really Wanna Tip This Summer?...For About $270 You'll Be On Your Way! Say Hello To My Lil Friend, Mr. "Hayworth II".. Thess Y-3 High Top Sneakers Is Giving Me Everything I Wanted For Xmas! These Put Another 3yrs On My Life! I Live...



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