about

Name: Omar Parkman

Age: 22

Height: 5’10

Instagram: @thereal_chuck_bass

Where were you born: Boston, MA

Ethnicity: African-American

Zodiac sign: Taurus

Favorite things: Shoes and fashion

What music are you listening to at the moment? Drake’s album: ‘Views from the 6’

Favorite movie/TV show: ‘Extremely Goofy Movie / TV show: ‘Arrow’

Favorite designer, fragrance or grooming product? I LOVE Gucci, Alexander McQueen, and Zara

Besides dressing fly, what do you do for a living? I’m currently model, work as a Fashion Wardrobe Stylist, and Style Influencer.

What’s something uncool that you love anyway? I love kid movies.

Favorite Style Icon? Why? I have a couple. A$AP Rocky is one because his style is versatile and he’s one of only a few rappers that can enter the realm of high fashion and still be himself. Another is Rihanna because she can wear anything and kill it! And, she’s gorgeous.

What’s the best thing about your hometown/ country? Education. Everyone comes to Boston for the education.

Which brand would you rock if money wasn’t an option? GUCCI!!!!!

Place you would love to visit? I’d love to visit Dubai, Japan, and Milan. All of the heavy influences of fashion.

Currently, you’re obsessed with/about? I’m currently obsessed with fashion blogs and style from Japan. I love how different/unique the fashion is and how influences of the scenery tie into the culture.

All images photographed by Justin Robinson.

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I think that’s the beauty of social media. It provides a platform for all people to share their content, voice, and a piece of their lives with the world. With that being said, I agree, there are a ton of influencers currently saturating the market and it’s more important now than ever to be your authentic self on your social media channels.

What sets me apart from some of the other influencers, is that I treat every brand campaign, tweet, Instagram post, video, etc., as if I’m talking to my best friend. I don’t view them as “followers.” I view them as my best friends that I’m sharing my life and I hope that I’m able to add value to their lives through the stories that I tell.

Whether it’s a teenager suffering from acne and is able to get clear skin based on a skincare campaign that I did or a small business owner scared to take the leap to create their own brand but is inspired by personal stories of perseverance and never giving up, I always want to make sure that my posts are meaningful and adding value to others. Another thing that sets me apart is that although I love sharing my experiences, I never take myself too seriously. For example, I started an #ImBasic series on social media where I poke fun at my basic(ness) which includes my love for Starbucks, avocado toast, Unicorns, Organic acai berry gluten-free protein smoothies, and being #blessed.

Being able to laugh at myself is one of the biggest things that makes me different from a ton of influencers out there. I truly believe that the purpose of social media is to inspire, connect, and uplift.

How did you get started?

After graduating from Georgetown, I moved to New York City and became a PR Intern for Louis Vuitton. I quickly learned the ropes and how to navigate the fashion scene. I started my blog as a hobby but as it grew in popularity, I realized that I could turn it into a full-time job. But that meant investing it in full-time. I would work during the day and then focus on my blog at night and over the weekends.

After working on my blog, saving up a healthy nest egg, freelance writing for other sites, and building up my following on social media, I was in a position to quit my day job and move to L.A. The moment that I decided to be a full-time blogger and social media influencer, I created to plan and timeline in order to make that happen.

It’s been over two years since I made the leap and I’ve expanded into on-camera hosting as a host for Disney Style and into acting as well. I’ve also started a fashion line, 1214 by Candy Washington.

What influences your creative process?

My authentic life and my personal experiences are the two main factors that influence my creative process. When I feel off-balanced, it’s hard for me to get into my flow when it comes to writing, taking photos, designing, and creating characters.

I try to meditate every day and follow a healthy diet with tons of water because I want to be a clear and grounded as possible in my daily life so I’m in a place to find inspiration and be inspiring.

Practicing gratitude and humility also opens me up creatively. Whenever I feel discouraged or overwhelmed, I just get very still and show appreciation for the small things in life. I realize how abundance is all around me and there’s never a true reason to be unhappy. Once I unlock gratitude, creativity flows from me.

This exercise has been super important to me as I’m currently working on my most challenging project to date. More to come on that!

Coachella or SXSW?

Both! They are both such epic experiences, I could never pick just one. But I will say this, I go to Coachella for the fashion and SXSW for the music.

Dream brand collaboration?

Chanel. Since I was a little girl, it’s been a dream of my mine to be the face of Chanel. It’s one of the most iconic fashion houses in the world. Karl Lagerfeld and Chanel are legends. I know it will happen one day.

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Candy’s Top 5 Summer Picks

1214 by Candy Washington “Coffee Made Me Do It” Tee, Narasha Faux Fur Vest at Nordstrom, “Lost Boys” by Ocean Park Standoff (Add this to your playlist), Statement Belt by Topshop, White Blazer by J. Crew.

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Greenery and Kale Green: Fresh and grounded, these shades offer an adventurous spirit, breathing life and versatility into your wardrobe this season. They both make the perfect base for other more vibrant tones, but also look chic alone.

Primrose Yellow: A sunny, vibrant color can give you energy, make you happy, and make you feel more awake! This color is right on time.

Dogwood and Yarrow Pink: Pink is the new statement color for Summer 2017. Wear softer tones for quiet confidence or bold shades to grab their attention. Either way, you’re winning.

Niagra and Lapis Blue: For many, summer means beach getaways and ocean views. Enter shades of blue! These cool and confident hues have arrived to help combat the rising temperatures.

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Floral print can intimidate most men and it doesn’t have to be this way. To maximize to often times busy pattern, your body type and how you choose to incorporate it into your personal style matters. You can wear floral print-on-print or as separates. Above model, Keith Van Nelson is wearing a full floral suit by ASOS paired with metallic ASOS shoes, H&M white collar shirt, Thomas Cuvor bracelet and Elico Assoulini watch.

Check out some of our other favorite ways to rock floral from Gucci, MCQ Alexander McQueen, PAUL SMITH, and REISS.

Shirt: MCQ ALEXANDER MCQUEEN at Mr. Porter www.mrporter.com

Reiss

PAUL SMITH

GUCCI

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Deconstructed, over-sized, or muted, they can look effortlessly chic with denim or elevate your elegance in a floor-grazing gown.

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Marc Jacobs and Coach 1941 both gave nods to the ‘80s punk scene and ‘90s alternative rock with spiked creepers and printed leather jackets. The bad girl vibe may be updated every year, but there’s no doubt that this trend is here to stay.

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Event Insights

WHAT
Designers Laurence Li and Chico Wang presented their Fall / Winter 2017 Laurence & Chico Collection

WHEN
Saturday, February 11, 2017

WHERE
Pier 59 Studios, NYC

MAKEUP
Beautyblender Pro Team

HAIR
Casandra Pena for AVEDA

MUSIC
May Kwok

STYLIST
Nic Lei

Photo Credit: Madison McGaw/BFA.com

BEAUTY SHOTS

Press Release

(NEW YORK, February 11, 2017) This morning, dreams took flight as Laurence & Chico presented their Fall / Winter 2017 Collection, LC888<—>LC889, at Pier 59 Studios.

The collection is comprised of 18 looks that include a combination of oversized velvet pieces and more tailored, intricate looks. Using Laurence’s vibrant illustrations, Chico designed the collection with pillows, cushions, and comfort in mind. Pearls in various sizes were used as embellishments on jacquards and puffed up velvets, in addition to functioning as seams, connecting different together materials to create a new fabrication. Using the brand’s signature prints and fabric manipulation, the duo created a captivating feeling of being up in the air: dreamy, euphoric and ethereal.

Model’s were accessorized with oversized square wigs, custom gloves + shoes and phones cases from their collaboration with Candies. Each look was finished with a futuristic makeup look by Beautyblender, which supplied its own Pro team for the first time this season.

The presentation featured model Shaun Ross (Laurence & Chico is the only show he is walking in this season) and music by DJ May Kwok. Joining in the celebration were notables that included Miss J. Alexander, Larsen Thompson, Vienna Skye, Louisa Warwick, Mery Racauchi, Cailli + Sam Beckerman and more.

Inspired by whimsical dreams of air travel, the collection came to life in a loop of sketching and dozing during flights back and forth from Laurence Li and Chico Wang’s hometown, Vancouver, and New York City. “In the dream, we were wrapped by one giant soft pillow while marshmallow-clouds passed by the plane window one by one. The pillow was so comfy and warm. Within these clouds, there were sleepy, laid back, unusual creatures, along with plane-looking creatures that fuels by farting. This is Airline LC888<—>LC889. The collection aims to bring this dream to all of you.” – Chico Wang, Creative Director.

Photo Credit: Madison McGaw/BFA.com

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ABOUT THE COLLECTION

KIMMY.J’s FW/17 collection titled, “Dumpster Disposal Squad” is inspired by garbage collectors who pick up trash from door to door. The title uses Dumpster, to reference landfills, and Disposal Squads, to reference the collectors, personifying them as superheroes. The collection uses fun, energetic color palettes reminiscent of plastic, metal, and vinyl, juxtaposed against achromatic colors you find in refuse. Silhouettes include reinterpreted uniform shapes and feature details found in public goods.

Designer Heejin Kim majored in integrated design in Yonsei University. Originally expressing her creativity through furniture design, Kim felt her artistic imagination was stifled, and 2013 launched KIMMY.J Kim aims to develop a witty collection for urban lifestyle using her structural design aesthetic. KIMMY.J has previously shown in Seoul, New York and Paris Fashion Weeks.

http://www.kimmyj.com

Photo Credit: Dan Lecca

CONCEPT KOREA #NYFW

Concept Korea returned to New York on February 10^th, 2017 to show Fall/Winter 2017 collections at Skylight Clarkson Square, marking its fifteenth season showing at NYFW. Hosted by the Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA), this season’s showcase represented the best of women’s Seoul-based fashion and included designers: GREEDILOUS by Younhee Park, KIMMY.J by Heejin Kim and YOHANIX by Yohan Kim.

From K-Pop to K-Beauty, there is no denying the cultural influence of South Korea over the past decade. Most recently, South Korean fashion designers have taken the industry by storm, creating a K-Fashion phenomenon that has quickly placed Seoul on the international fashion map. Since 2010, the program has brought rising design stars from South Korea into the New York City spotlight, providing a global stage for the country’s tremendous talents.

Notable attendees included Fern Mallis, Simon Collins, Ty Hunter, Shaun Ross and Ian Mellencamp.

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ABOUT THE COLLECTION

The GREEDILOUS F/W17 collection references a 1930’s Salvador Dali painting “The Persistence of Memory,” through the use abstract objects and rhythmic patterns. Such surrealist nods to inference and nuanced awareness reminded the designer, Younhee Park, of the investigative works of Sherlock Holmes; Using the movies’ background history and mood, she completed her collection using classic checked prints and Greedilous’s unique style, perfecting the collection with a feminine, casual silhouette.

Since 2009, designer Younhee Park has captured the authenticity of haute couture but with an eye on sustainability. Describing the look as ‘futuristic modernity’, Park creates a feminine look with masculine undertones that manages to be both classic and directional. GREEDILOUS has grown into a global brand loved by celebrities and influencers worldwide. The brand has participated in Paris’s Who’s Next, Seoul’s Generation Next and NYC’s Capsule and Coterie tradeshows. Most notably, the designer was nominated for the 2014/2015 International Woolmark Prize.

http://greedilous.com/

Photo Credit: Dan Lecca

CONCEPT KOREA #NYFW

Concept Korea returned to New York on February 10^th, 2017 to show Fall/Winter 2017 collections at Skylight Clarkson Square, marking its fifteenth season showing at NYFW. Hosted by the Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA), this season’s showcase represented the best of women’s Seoul-based fashion and included designers: GREEDILOUS by Younhee Park, KIMMY J by Heejin Kim and YOHANIX by Yohan Kim.

From K-Pop to K-Beauty, there is no denying the cultural influence of South Korea over the past decade. Most recently, South Korean fashion designers have taken the industry by storm, creating a K-Fashion phenomenon that has quickly placed Seoul on the international fashion map. Since 2010, the program has brought rising design stars from South Korea into the New York City spotlight, providing a global stage for the country’s tremendous talents.

Notable attendees included Fern Mallis, Simon Collins, Ty Hunter, Shaun Ross and Ian Mellencamp.

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Individualism is what women will love about the collection. Pay close attention to this brand. They have a lot to say and the consumer should take notice.

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Deveaux presents a clean, minimalist approach for their Fall/Winter 2017 Collection spearheaded by designers Matt Breen, Patrick Doss and Andrea Tsao. Their collection embodies men and women on the go who need to go from work to dinner at a short moment’s notice.

Press Release

Deveaux Unveils Fall / Winter 2017 Collection

New York, NY, February 1st, 2017 – New York-based luxury menswear label, Deveaux is pleased to unveil the brand’s Fall / Winter 2017 collection, set to make its debut on the runway for CFDA’s NYFW: Men’s at Cadillac House on February 1st, 2017. Taking inspiration from the untouched, raw beauty of Iceland, designers Matt Breen, Patrick Doss and Andrea Tsao have put forth a highly curated offering of minimally luxe wardrobe staples that show a seamless evolution from seasons past.

The natural formations and elements of a landscape formed long ago lead the design vision for Deveaux this season. Material interest plays a central role in the collection as seen in supple textures used throughout the offering, like a heavy silk akin to the pebbles of the black sand beaches and dyed Italian calf suede that resembles Iceland’s dusty brown rock formations. Deveaux also used a luxe shearling with a custom matte finish to mirror the deep black of the night sky. Enamored with the peppered ash of Iceland’s volcanic history, the design team dyed tube-knitted cashmere and handknit it into a beautiful heavy cardigan, that serves one of the standout pieces in the collection.

The Fall / Winter 2017 color palette stays true to Deveaux’s tonal aesthetic with rich, earthy hues laying the foundation for this season’s styles. While Iceland’s natural tones lie at the core of the collection, artist Mark Rothko’s works serve as the inspiration for how they interact on each piece. The seemingly random interaction of diverse colors in Rothko’s works is applied to the tonal interaction of Deveaux’s newest knits and shirting, which make a bold statement against the minimal backdrop of the full offering.

Continuing the brand’s exploration of proportion play, Deveaux utilizes loose, fluid, and in some cases oversized, silhouettes to drive the direction for the season.

“This collection marks an important time in the evolution of Deveaux– one where the identity of our brand has begun to take form. As we delve deeper into sourcing new materials and textures and silhouettes, our commitment to creating a new class of luxury menswear staples remains intact,” says Designer Andrea Tsao.

Fall / Winter 2017 also introduces Deveaux’s first foray into footwear with the introduction of the brand’s first collaboration with Viberg (www.Viberg.com), an iconic footwear manufacturer known for creating some of the world’s best boots and casual footwear since 1931. The collaboration will put forth 3 shapes including a Zip Boot, a Chelsea Boot and a Slip-On (all in Black Kangaroo, Brown Chromexcel, and Brown Calf Suede, with the addition of Over-Dyed Black Calf available for the Slip On).

Runway Photo Credit: Katie Thompson www.Katie-Thompson.com

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Kinross Cashmere F/W 2017 relaunches under the creative direction of Design Director, Christian Arkins bringing a lifestyle-driven approach to their fall collection. The brand aesthetic represents the classic man who loves a great fit, comfort and superb quality that exudes their personal style.

Press Release

Kinross Cashmere Introduces Expanded Menswear Offering for Autumn / Winter 2017
Luxury Knitwear Label Re-Launches Menswear Collection with the Addition of Made in America and Made in Italy Categories

New York, NY, February 2017 – Kinross Cashmere is pleased to unveil the new look of its menswear collection for Autumn / Winter 2017, featuring fresh, modern design, and the addition of new product categories including Made in America shirting, ties and scarves as well as Made in Italy cashmere statement ties. An evolution from the brand’s classic core collection, Autumn/ Winter 2017 welcomes the largest menswear offering from Kinross Cashmere to-date; designed for the cosmopolitan man who appreciates impeccably crafted garments that are truly built to last.

Kinross Cashmere’s Autumn / Winter 2017 collection effortlessly bridges the gap between timeless and current, under the lead of Kinross Cashmere’s new Menswear Design Director, Christian Arkins, a fashion industry veteran who has spent 20+ years designing for the likes of Ralph Lauren, J.Crew, Original Penguin and McGregor. By pairing an expanded offering of lifestyle driven knitwear in new shapes and yarns with more fashion forward statement pieces like chunky knit blazers and waistcoats, the latest collection emerges as the perfect comprehensive solution for a modern man’s daily wardrobe.

Inspired by the cosmopolitan epicenters of the world like London and New York as well as the rugged, rich terrains of the countryside, the design team at Kinross Cashmere created a color palette that is minimal yet rich. Neutral tones, shades of blue and tonal greys/blacks pave the foundation for the collection, while pops of bright orange, bottle green, deep burgundy and electric blue make a bold statement throughout. Choosing to focus his attention on tonality, Arkins introduced special washes, unique prints and new dye techniques to the garment production process that captivate the eye and celebrate the perfect imperfections of color set atop supple textures.

While the collection centers on what Kinross has become best known for over the years – knitwear – this season introduces new luxury accents into the offering such as US-made button-down shirting, crafted using European fabrics including Italian Albini prints; 100% cashmere woven ties, and scarves handmade in the US using American fabric; as well as 100% cashmere knit ties, handcrafted in Italy.  These new categories round out the Kinross offering, providing a man with everything he needs from the waist up as the cool of autumn sets in.

“Our goal this season was to build a really strong base from which we can expand in the future,” says Christian Arkins. “We want to continue to celebrate our iconic heritage in all aspects of design, always focusing on creating the best quality garments possible while also adding a unique touch to the finished products that bring the collection into the modern age.”

The Kinross Cashmere Autumn / Winter 2017 collection ranges in price from $90 – $700 USD and is available at over 450 retailers nationwide including Mitchell Stores (shop.mitchellstores.com), Mark Berman & Sons (www.bermanbasics.com) and Oak Hall (www.oakhall.com).

About Kinross Cashmere:

Kinross Cashmere is a premium luxury brand, known for modern sophistication, effortless styling, and impeccable quality.  Based on craftsmanship dating back over 100 years, the collection offers a stunning mix of pure, natural, timeless, sensual, cozy and durable garments. Kinross Cashmere is produced by the parent company, Dawson Forte, a bluesign® Systems Partner, recognized for its commitment to a supply chain that uses resources responsibly, treats people with respect and does no harm to the environment.

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Once upon a time, it seemed Men’s clothing was limited to dark colors such as black, blue, brown, gray and any other boring colors. Men are breaking the rules and shifting barriers with vibrant colors and fashionable outfits. From different shades of bold and vibrant colors. Taking full control of what they wear, men becoming very selective about how they wear suits, jackets, shirts, and pants that are designed to fit their male physique.

One cannot ignore the huge impact fashion designers, Bloggers, Wardrobe Stylists, Men’s Style Influencers and Hollywood’s most fashionable male celebrities have had through social media in setting trends.

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about

Chapter’s Autumn/Winter 2017 collection is inspired by human intuition— the state of being mindful and present. These concepts prompt introspection and a reassessment of priority, allowing one to be meaningfully engaged.

CONVERSION focuses on the elements that piqued our initial interest in design: effortless virility, hand-sewn garments of our adolescence, lived-in plaids, and stripes, the simplicity of oversized outerwear and the overall comfort of relaxed silhouettes. The fabrics used are influenced by a collection of yarn-dyed and printed patterns consisting of stripes and plaids with the incorporation of seasonal colorways [oxblood and dark plum]. Subtle embellishments seen throughout the collection pay homage to minimalist art and music.

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