Dank&&Dapper represents the idea of being or striving to be a well-rounded and multi-dimensional character/individual. Meeting your own standards of cool without sacrificing the beauty of the mind to appease the masses. Often times, you'll find that the union of beauty and substance to be a rarity. The purpose of this blog is to serve as a reminder that being yourself while pursuing a dream is much more gratifying, no matter what. You must appeal to yourself before you appeal to others. Dank&&Dapper is also the name of a lifestyle-brand I plan to launch in the very near future. In the meantime, delight in the visions of a visionary. [=♥

Thursday, May 24, 2012

CAMPUS-COOL VOL.34 x MENACING MUSTARD

[26-4-12] - Menacing in the sense that it haunts me. I recall a certain period, just some weeks ago, I subconsciously wore the colour mustard for an entire week. I didn't notice until I began reviewing the photos taken over that time and colour stood boldly and tauntingly in its consistency. Ah! I love the colour; don't get me wrong. I see it as a safe tone for folks, much like myself, who loathe and dread the colour yellow.

On a more menacing side of things, my friend who took these, failed to tell me my blazer was crookedly-placed on my shoulders. There's nothing I dislike more than a flaw in proportion; drives my slight OCD up the wall. It makes for a sour sight. It's just simply unpleasant. And, I don't like it. Ha! Peace. Image Hosted by ImageShack.us Image Hosted by ImageShack.us Image Hosted by ImageShack.us

Wednesday, May 23, 2012

PHOTO-DIARY | NEW NEWS, BREWS, + SHOES

[23-5-12] - Literally just snapped these moments ago. Which means, I am currently sipping out of my favourite cup, filled with my idea of a rich blend of mocha, accompanied by divine bites from a toasted and buttered bagel and perusing some of my mum's newest magazines. OK, I'm totally flourishing, but you get the picture. Literally, you get the picture.

My mum has bought me yet another pair of sneakers. When will the madness stop? Ha! Nah, I'm kidding. I totally skimp on buying shoes, anyways, so sweet mum's generosity certainly helps. They're a bit remniscent of the UO canvas-sneakers, but with slightly thicker soles. Which is a great thing considering the fact that after a while, the UO pairs thin out due to constant friction. Or poor quaility. Or a bit of both. Crazy enough, these are cheaper; a cool 12 bucks + change. Peace. Image Hosted by ImageShack.us Image Hosted by ImageShack.us Image Hosted by ImageShack.us Image Hosted by ImageShack.us

VIDEO: SKULLS BARCELONA | LOOKBOOK

Created by: Jackson Glasgow


As a fine-art enthusiast, I find that I am closely drawn to Art which dwells outside my usual realm of sight and understanding. Which brings me to why I chose to share this video. While its use of the skateboarding scene is typical amongst most urban or streetwear brands, the manner in which it was filmed is unlike anything I have ever seen. And I enjoy that very much, so cheers to Albuquerque-based film student, Jackson Glasgow for a job well-done.
If you wish to learn more about SKULLS, visit their site and take a gander. Peace.

Tuesday, May 22, 2012

A 1000 WORDS x UNSUNG + UNDONE

[21-5-12] - I relished in a great deal of thrill while photographing and constructing this outfit. For one, it was an infusion of colours I seldom pair together - black and brown. But see, it was alright in this case being that each garment's texture detracted from the usual distaste incited by the sight of the pair.

These images possess a certain distinguished, bestselling-author-sort-of-feel, don't they? Peace. Image Hosted by ImageShack.us Image Hosted by ImageShack.us Image Hosted by ImageShack.us