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"I've been chased [because of how I look], and I run, but I don't care. I'll do it again the next day." Akeem Bazaar
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Captain Hook-Inspired Shoes made by Akeem, Black Harem Pants made by turning a sweatshirt upside-down -
One of Akeems style inspirations is female rap superstar Missy Elliot, because her whole thing is to be different. White Harem Pants, Cream Tank, White Fur Cropped Jacket (Akeem’s “Shag Carpet”), Gold Jesus Necklace (his nod to “hood), Vintage John Lennon-Inspired Sunglasses -
Black Soda Loafers -
Indigenous Cuff from his best friend -
Orange Kaftan from Senegal (a gift from Akeem’s uncle), Turquoise Wedges made by Akeem -
The Jellies..I think they need a come back. -
Akeem grommetted this Harley Davidson Jacket -
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"I either like really extravagant, or I like really low-key," says Akeem of his penchant for the extremes in fashion. White Shirt shredded by Akeem, Black Harem Pants made by turning a sweatshirt upside-down, Silver Cuff from Akeem's best friend -
Vintage Tan Loafers -
Poncho and Yellow Shorts from a thrift store, White Tank Top -
Turquoise Wedges that Akeem altered (he found Ostrich Leather in the garbage and added it onto them) -
Black Leather Jacket with Grommets designed by Akeem and Hood by Air designer Shane Oliver, White Doc Martens, Vintage Black One-Piece -
Akeem's Rings (he tries to wear one on every finger) -
White Crop Top, Vintage Kilt, Clear Jellies -
Black Lace-Up Boots cut to make a peep-toe by Akeem -
Yellow Shorts from a thrift shop, White Tank Top -
Louboutin-Inspired Black Loafers (he calls them his "Leboutanz") -
White Harem Pants, Cream Tank, White Fur Cropped Jacket, Gold Jesus Necklace, Vintage Gold Sandals -
Black Soda Loafers -
White Harem Pants, Cream Tank, White Fur Cropped Jacket, Gold Jesus Necklace, Sunglasses from Iowa -
Gold Purse Akeem has had since he was 12. "It's the oldest piece I have that I still wear today." -
On the judgements of others', and being chased down the street, Akeem bravely proclaims, "I run, I run. I don't care. And I'll do it again the next day. You're not gonna chase me forever." Timberland Pants -
Yellow Moroccan Shoes, Vintage Kilt -
White and Red Airwalk Sneakers that Akeem cut and added a heel to
I love the moment in Akeem’s video when he describes his coat as “I am here!” Everything about him is show-stopping, and he pushes the boundaries from his Josephine Baker curls to his Shabba Ranks-inspired dancehall braids and hat. He’s from Crown Heights, where his theatrical-like presence garners him a lot of attention, both positive and negative. However, it all bounces off Akeem, his self-possessed style only reflects his great energy. Classic becomes borderline fly in his vintage floor-length kilt, made modern with a Jellie shoe or rich and tribal with a Moroccan slip-on. Predictable becomes extravagant in his striking collection of furs and in his black leather jacket that he makes over-the-top Givenchy-esque by adding grommets. Akeem is heading towards a career in costume design, where I am rooting for his many inventive ideas (like shredding a white button down) to become legend.
