As some of you know, there is a new segment to The Urban Gentleman called “Local Urban Gent” in which I will feature Urban Gentleman from around the world. If you have serious style, swagger, and ambition and want to be featured send an email to urbangentblog@gmail.com expressing your interest. Only a select few will be featured so be sure to include a top-notch picture showing your style.
very classic & clean combination
Age: 22
Occupation: Student/Exec. Assistant for a national home builder (basic I make copies)
Style Icons: Hands down Kanye West
Favorite Quote: “I am a prince because my Father is the King of kings” -Unknown
Favorite Brands: Creative Recreation, Dsquared, H&M
Favorite Store: Urban Outfitters
Bow tie or tie: Tie
Flat front or pleated: Flat front
Shades, hat, or scarf: All three
Ultimate goal: Mentoring kids, motivational speaker, and to become a well known model.
Favorite Books: “Lilies of the Field” and but of course the Bible (Psalms)
Hobbies: Volunteering, Sleeping, Reading, and working out.
1. How would you describe your style? Kanye West, mixed with John legend. I love to pair Creative Recreations with a dress shirt and a tie and blazer.
2. How did you become so stylish? The area I grew up in, Prince George’s County Maryland (Richest African American county in the U.S.), everyone dresses like they are about to be in a photo shoot, lol. I am inspired by the kids I work with, they have to have a stylish guy to look up to.
3. What advice would you give someone trying to find their personal style? Pick the most random thing in your closet and rock it! Wear stuff that is very very hard to find, limited edition type stuff.
4. What’s the best clothing advice you’ve received? Well I would say to keep a clean shape-up (once every other week). Lastly, Buy a nice pair of hard shoes.
In the past, without thinking, I would say “heck no… unless you’re a rockstar or you’re gay” because those two types are the only ones who, in the past, have been able to successfully pull it off. But I’ve really thought about this question over the past few months or so and I say that wearing skinny jeans totally depends on the type of person wearing them. (plus many types of guys have been wearing them for years)
Pharrell rocks skinny jeans(they aren’t really skinny they just fit)
1. Thin or skinny body frame
Thin guys just look better in skinny jeans, bigger guys just look downright uncomfortable in tight pants- it’s NOT a good look) I have a friend who always talks about how he loves “thick dark-brown girls in skinny jeans”; well it isn’t the same for females…. We don’t rave on and on about loving muscular dudes in skinny jeans, sorry.
2. Rock-star
Almost every rock star wears skinny jeans; it’s just apart of the rock star persona. Most of them end up wearing really tight black leather pants at some point in their careers, and it’s cool because it’s some type of rock-star tradition of sorts.
3. Artistic Personality
People with artistic personalities, be it in visual arts, fashion, music, whatever- they usually have the ability to pull off new trends with ease, and they’re usually the ones to start the trends anyway.
4. Caribbean born or descent
It’s a part of the culture- to some extent. I’m half Jamaican and I’ve seen tons of pictures of my dad and his friends rockin’ not so loose jeans throughout the 80s. Matter of fact he has one picture in a pair of red skinny jeans with a varsity type jacket, leaning against his Beamer- its kinda hot…. I’ll upload it if I can find it.
5.) Non-heterosexual
I hope this doesn’t offend anyone, but let’s be honest gay men can pull of shyt that straight men can’t. It’s just apart of life and the sooner some of you all realize it, the better 
A combination of atleast 2 of the 5 criteria is the best, but having atleast one is essential. The 1st point about being skinny is also a must, so really you should atleast match #1 plus any of the other numbers.
Notable skinny jeans wearing music artist: Travis Barker, Lil’ Wayne, Chris Brown, Pharrell, and almost every rockstar.
Chris Brown(note that sagging with a belt is oxymoronish,
please guys pull the pants up)
Marcellus Reynold and Fonzworth BentleyI love Bentley’s casual look- perfect.
The bad acting continues. . .
Britsh men have impeccable style,Ozwald Boateng has dressed Jamie Foxx and Will Smith
For this event celebrity stylist Ozwald Boateng was the guest judge. The guys were divided in a group of 4 in which one guy had to be the spokesperson while the other 3 dress up for a particular event/occasion: 1. Spokerperson at a Country Club 2.) Skybox Party 3.) Charity Event aboard a Yacht. Stan, Zenel, and E6 win simultaneously, which left group A as the winners with immunity (Stan & E6′s team).
Male stripper Stan wins the Country Club look
When it came down to elimination. D-Boy had 1 black ball, Zenel had 2, Mikey P had 2, and Kesan had 7. In the end Mr.Bentley sent Zenel and Mikey P home because he felt like they were already doing pretty good for themselves as actors and/or models. (Even though Kesan is a actor as well and a rapper, but whatever, lol. . .this show is too fake).
Zenel and Mikey P loose their Gentleman’s Club Membership
Every man should know how to a tie a tie. When tying a tie make sure you have a dimple in it; the dimple is also known as the “Wall Street Clevage”.
Fonzworth Bentley and his guest judges looked superb all episode.
Being a nerd has never been so coolGeorgia Tech Marching Band
Chris Brown rockin a really haute band jacket at the 2008 MTV Movie Awards
Kanye West, Chris Brown, and Lupe Fiasco all seem to be fans of the band jackets. And the new Converse commercial featuring Santogold in a marching-band jacket has seemed to make the trend even more popular … everybody wants a band jacket now!
Lupe Fiasco has some of the most meticulously designedmarching band-esque jackets I’ve ever seen.
I’m sure Dr. Romanelli helped to create a few.
(Dr.Romanelli has designed several of Lupe’s jackets)
Wearable marching band jacket are actually pretty hard to come by. The style is popular, but only a few brands and stores carry it, so the jacket is sold out everywhere. I found a website that carries some unique variations of the marching band:
$60.50
$69.50
Life Research Group LRG carries variations of the
marching band jacket too
This new style is also somehwhat of a tribute to Michael Jackson- who started it all. You can find many of these retro style jackets on eBay.com for a really good price.
Michael Jackson “Victory Tour” Jacket
Michael Jackson “Thriller” Jacket
Michael Jackson “Walk of Fame” JacketCheck out Santogold in her marching band jacket in the Converse commercial:
New Fall 2009 article on
Men’s Marching Band/Military Jackets,
click here.
Justin Timberlake hosts the 2008 Espy AwardsThe 2008 ESPY Awards were held at NOKIA Theatre L.A on July 16, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. The 2008 ESPYs will air on Sunday, July 20 at 9PM ET on ESPN.
Carmelo Anthony & Lala
Carmelo looks okay, it’s dapper…
David Beckham and wife Victoria Beckham are always dressed perfect
Check our David’s collarIt’s a rounded or club collar.
Not every guy can pull it off, and if you have a big head don’t try
He’s not an athlete, but actor Zac Fron was really sharp
I’m a fan of skinny tiesThis High School Musical star looks fly
Jalen RoseHe was one of the only guys to rock it out in all white.
College Basketball PlayerRussell Westbrook
The casual look is cool, but he could have worn a better jacket.
Boston Celtic, Rajon Rondo & wifeHe was definitely on my best dress list
Veron Davispretty regular…
Terrell OwensHe was pretty clean, better than last year…
Soccer star, Christiano RonaldoHe looked great for a man on crutches
Actually, I really digged his look- really smooth
Soccer Player, Freddy Adu
Good ole Samuel Jackson...This was a fashion fatality, it’s not a good look.
NFL player Shaun PhillipsGold? Are you sure about that??
Ummm, it’s okay, very nicely tailored though
Jerry RiceHe’s always dresses pretty nice…
NFL player Braylon EdwardsHe was trying to go for the edgy look, but as you can see below…
…it just didn’t work.
Are those jeans? w/ a silver cumber bun
This is why there are stylist, so you don’t end up looking like this:-)
Paul Pierce & girlHe looks country… really country
NBA player Steve NashHe looks quite gentlemanly
Derek Fisher and ESPN host, Stuart Scott
Justin Timberlake looked great!
David Beckham
Eli Manning and New York Giants
(I’ll add more pics over the next few days)
Jay-Z, Usher, Nelly, & JD hittin’ the club
There are so many different types of looks you can rock to the club. And depending on what kind of club you’re going to you may dress up or dress casual. But overall there is a great basic club look that will surely catch the right attention…
The basic club look: slight v-neck tee, quality dark denim jeans (that fit you), dope sneakers that fit your personal style, and a fitted hat (preferably an A’s fitted, lol). You should also wear a nice belt, stunner shades, and a stylish watch.
Akademics, $28Buy it here.
LRG, $54.99
Buy it here
Armani, $135
Buy it here
All Stars: keep it funky or stick to the classics
Skater Shoes are pretty hot- DC
Vans Authentic are always a good choice
Creative Recreation shoes always give an edge
- New Era
- Check out my watch guide for info on the best watches- I would suggest a gold or digital watch
- Rayban has some of the best shades at good prices- you can buy them on eBay
- You can find belts anywhere, for new styles check out journeys.com
Sidenote: If you sag a little make sure you have on some nice boxers (Old Navy has nice ones)
MOST IMPORTANTLY:
Check to make sure you have some breath-enhancers and some really good cologne (not too strong though). Also, make sure you atleast have a shape-up and please make sure your nails are cut.
Have fun at the club tonight! And use protection if you end up getting some nookie (too many STDs out there)…
