“Welcome to “Style Spotlight,” a series dedicated to our most inspiring, fashion influencers.”

Meet Linc, the creator of DOPENDAPPER.

Welcome Linc, the creator of DOPENDAPPER, a fashion and lifestyle brand.  We had a chance to sit down with Linc and discuss everything fashion related. Here’s what he had to say below:

Where are you from?

So, I’m from South Jersey (Sicklerville), and I attended Hampton University for undergrad.

How do you define your personal style? What or who are your some of your style inspirations?

I define my personal style as my own, “DOPENDAPPER.”

I’m inspired by Audrey Lunda, Trey Bryant, and Chris Kabeya. They have a very clean style like myself.

What are the essential pieces you must have in your closet?

Definitely a time piece! I recently switched over to apple watch. In the future, I plan to get some more wristbands since I like to change them up with my outfits. I’m also big on lapel pins and bracelets.

Where do you shop?

I shop at Banana Republic, J. Crew, ZARA, DOPENDAPPER, and Express.

Describe your personal style in three words?

Clean, smooth, and conservative!

Any fashion related tips?

Focus on following people on social media, looking at their style, and duplicating it. There are so many other dapper gentleman that will provide a lot of inspiration. You take from that, and make it your own.

Don’t forget to follow Linc on Instagram @king.georgelincoln! Be sure to follow his brand at @hausofdopeandapper as well!

Thanks for reading!

“Welcome to “Style Spotlight,” a series dedicated to our most inspiring, fashion influencers.”

Introducing Michael, a monochromatic enthusiast with an eccentric sense of style.

Meet Michael, a Brooklyn born creative that loves any and everything solid color or monochromatic. More specifically, he loves a good all-black fit!

For our second Style Spotlight of the week, we asked Michael a few questions about his personal style preferences. You can check out his full story below:

Where are you from?

I’m from New Jersey, by a way of Brooklyn, NY.

How do you define your personal style? What or who are your some of your style inspirations?

My personal style is based on my mood. Basically, I wear whatever I feel like wearing that day. When I’m planning an outfit, I ask myself, “Who am I going to be today? What story am I trying to tell? Where am I going?”

I take all those questions, and bring them together!

I’m very inspired by art. Definitely, shapes and colors. With that being said, I prefer a lot of monochromatic moments. I like all black or all one color with small touches of patterns worked in. I’m not one for too many colors in general (That’s too busy for me and my liking).

What are the essential pieces you must have in your closet?

I really like accessories. They add those final touches to your outfit that makes it truly unique. That’s the way I approach fashion in general (Trying to put “me” into the my style). When we step out, you shouldn’t look like an H&M mannequin or something you saw on a rack or poster. I like to approach things as an individual.

Where do you shop?

Everywhere (Online, ASOS, ZARA, and ORTTU)! I also like to repurpose thrifted items and pair them with newer pieces to create different looks.  I’m definitely a person that’s looking for something to catch my eye immediately. Whenever I find something of interest, I make the purchase and elevate it.

Describe your personal style in three words?

Fun, bold, and unique!

Any fashion related tips?

You should always be truthful to yourself. Fashion is definitely a journey. So, don’t be afraid to try out different things. I know we get to a point in believing that a certain style is who we are, but be willing to try different colors, patterns, textures. You will open up a new world of options. Take risks!

Don’t forget to follow Michael on Instagram @iroygbiv_!

Thanks for reading!