Verbal from Ambush

Mega From Black Scale

Kanye West

IBN Jasper

What constitutes a trend? The dictionary describes it as “a general direction in which something is developing or changing” On marcustroy.com I like to highlight trends that I see happening around me and the places I visit from around the globe. Usually a trend is started by trendsetters or influencers and then it trickles down to the masses. I also believe that trends can be happening amongst a certain group of people and it never really trickles down. I know a lot of this is up for debate….In the meantime I will like to highlight some of the trends I’ve been noticing around me as of late.

I did not know what to call it so I decided to call it “Rings Fit For Kings” When I was growing up, all the Shottas, Rude Bwoys or people the local Bad Man had on giant rings on their fingers, usually in gold. They appropriated it from the Kings in Africa who use to wear giant rings as status symbol. As of late I’ve been noticing some of the worlds influencers adopt some of these habits in a more modern form. I’ve seen everyone from Mega from Black Scale, IBN Jasper, Kanye West and now Verbal rocking these type of rings in different shapes, colours, materials and sizes.

I don’t think this trend is for everyone! I believe you have to have a certain confidence to wear such rings. I do however see a slew of people getting their king rings on.

Your thoughts?

**Here is a comment from B.E

I agree with him 100 %

* I really like that you posted this, but at the same time I’m a little upset. I was thinking about this yesterday, and I’m a fan. You’re right, this ‘trend’ isn’t for everyone. I think it takes a certain type of personality or person with a certain level of history behind them to support this look and what it symbolizes. And the upsetting part of this being posted is that there, (as always), will be folks who jump on this and it’s not at all suitable for the person they truly are. Maybe I’m just speaking for the “Bad Man” aspect of it and maybe not so much the “Kings of Africa” or riches side, but alike to kids who wear graphic tees with slogans like “Fuck The Police” whom really have no rationale to make such a comment or history with law enforcement to support such a statement, seeing someone all ringed up like those fists have ever done any damage or they’re even remotely revered in the eyes of society bugs me.

Regardless, I love the look and do plan to get some appropriate pieces in the near future.

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Yours truly!

Travis “Trav” Gumbs from SE

Boat shoes are by far a new trend but I feel more and more companies are showcasing them in their collections and more and more people feel comfortable wearing them as an everyday shoe. There are tons of ways to wear boat shoes, tie them and dress them up or down.

Check out how to tie boat shoe laces at Complex.

The best 10 boat shoes according to Complex.

History:

“Boat shoes, also known also as deck shoes or topsiders, are typically leather with rubber soles designed for use on a boat. A siping pattern is cut into the soles to provide grip on a wet deck; the leather construction, along with application of oil, is designed to repel water.

Modern boat shoes were invented in 1935 by Paul Sperry after noticing his dog’s ability to run easily over ice or snow. Using a knife, he cut siping into his shoes’ soles, inspiring a shoe perfect for boating. Sebago and Sperry are notable modern manufacturers of boat shoes.

Boat shoes are used by sailors, as the name suggests; however, since the ’80s and possibly before, they have become fashionable footwear in America.”

Thanks to Sebago and Ronnie for the thoughtfulness.

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I was extremely happy to see Lil Wayne wearing Timberland construction boots last night at the BET Awards. It brought back memories of nostalgia from my younger days. Do you guys remember when everyone and their mothers wore “Timbos”? What made his choice of footwear interesting is that no one really wears Construction Timbo’s like they used too. For Wayne to choose such a nostalgic item might speak volumes on his taste level. It is always surprising to see a “rapper” wear something out of “today’s ordinary” I think it makes quite the statement. This morning I also came across Kanye on the red Carpet rocking Timberland’s (which isn’t surprising), I think these 2 guys just boosted the stock prices of Timberland this morning. Could the Timberland Construction boots be making a comeback? We all know the heavy influence of work wear apparel in fashion at the moment. I wouldn’t be surprise to see a resurgence in the construction boot look, but this time I think it would be worn in much cleaner and more fashionable aesthetic.

I think I still got a fresh pair on ice somewhere.

Your thoughts?

pics

* Update Picture of Kanye rocking a black pair.

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I’ve been noticing more and more people buttoning their shirt to the top like in the image pictured above.I call it a trend because I see in trickling down from the more forward dressers to the more mainstream guy. A lot of my friends from Japan have been buttoning their shirts to the top for as long as I can remember, not sure if it was motivated by style. When I was growing up only the “nerds” buttoned their shirts all the way to the top, now it seems to be a standard especially since being a “nerd” is now considered cool. I took some pictures from the Sartorialist to further my point.

Your thoughts?

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I think the ripped jean trend is going to come back in a big way for the fall. I think some brands might have a little trouble selling ripped jeans because of price and whatnot so people will take a “do it yourself” approached. While I was researching the net to back up my thoughts on this trend I stumbled upon the sartorialist article on considering ripped jeans.

I’ve listed some do it yourself tips.

Prepare to cut them, either while wearing them or with them off. It’s easier if they are on you, because you can judge positioning easily, but be extra careful to avoid cutting yourself. To avoid making mistakes, use a pencil or fabric pencil to trace out the area you are planning on cutting.

Rub the jeans. Start with rough sandpaper and rub hard across the front of your knees and thighs. Then rub the blade of the knife against the lines. If the lines are horizontal, rub the knife vertically (and vice versa).

Make some holes. When you have created a slit, take the pointy end of the knife and rub it against the edges until you see the white strings going in the opposite direction. Keep doing this until you have the desired hole size. Repeat this until you have your desired number of holes in the pants.

To cut a knee hole, it’s best to sand down the knees the most. They will begin to fray and holes will begin to form. Spread apart the holes within the desired location as far as you want the hole to extend with the tip of a knife, then rub the edges with the knife so that they get fuzzy and messy.

Age them a bit. When the jeans are finished, throw them in the water with a little bit of bleach to age them a bit. Then dry them. The washing will also fray the cuts and make them look better. Or you could use a cheese grater, they work amazingly too.

Stand back and admire your work. Voila! You have just created your own unique ripped jeans

Wash your jeans. Washing your jeans will begin to make them fray, increasing the distressed look, and will remove the bleach you soaked them in. Be sure to use hot water. After washing them, place jeans in dryer on high for about 15 minutes with fabric softener sheets.

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