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Exploring Cultural Influences in Streetwear

This article delves into the discussions held by a panel of creatives who shared insights on topics such as perceptions of streetwear, sustainable practices rooted in community, and the evolving definition of entrepreneurship within their artistic endeavors. The panelists also reflected on their familial influences that sparked their early creativity.

“Dynasty and I grew up in Flatbush, Brooklyn,” shared Soull. “Our household was a vibrant mix of cultures. With our mother hailing from Dominica and our father from Nigeria, we are first-generation Americans. While we embraced our Flatbush identity, our home was deeply infused with Caribbean and African traditions. This was evident in everything—from the music and food to our parents’ clothing choices and how we were dressed. When we stepped outside, we carried with us the richness of that diverse cultural background.”

Soull Ogun

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Bravado contributed to the conversation by reminiscing about his grandmother’s church located at 1191 Bedford Avenue. “Sunday mornings were a special time when many within our Black, African-American, and Caribbean-American communities would dress in their finest. My father, a tailor from Barbados, and my mother from St. Vincent, ensured that dressing for church was an event. It was a beautiful spectacle to witness everyone’s elegance on those mornings.”

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