con·nois·seur
noun \ˌkä-nə-ˈsər also -ˈsu̇r\
1: expert; especially : one who understands the details, technique, or principles of an art and is competent to act as a critical judge
2: one who enjoys with discrimination and appreciation of subtleties
Well, to me, being fresh is more than clothes, or shoes, or shopping at the hottest stores. “Fresh” has a deeper meaning—one that has a history, stirs up a feeling, represents a person from the inside out.
Ever since I was a little boy, I always had to match from my socks to my shirt. What I didn’t realize was that something so simple can change your whole perspective. Fresh is a motivation that has taken me from a childhood growing up in the heart of Frayser to maturing in the swamps of Baton Rouge, LA. From “best dressed” in preschool to a college graduate. From long days working one, two jobs since the age of 14 to a business owner, aspiring entrepreneur and inspiration. The common thread that has held it all together is my appreciation for fashion, culture and respect.
So why am I a connoisseur? Somewhere along the line I have collected over 100 pair of shoes. Saved, shopped, and even camped out for a much wanted pair of exclusive shoes. Some may call it an addiction; I classify myself as a “sneakerhead.” I find myself looking beyond the typical department stores to venture into some of the hidden treasures of Memphis’ own off the beaten path boutiques and businesses. Being fresh is a lifestyle. The way I dress and present myself makes me feel good. It can dictate how I feel for the day. It can change my persona in different situations. It can add a swag to my walk and a charisma to my voice. It can boost confidence beyond the head turns and attention of a well put together outfit.
I am fresh not because of what color I am wearing or what name is plastered on the shirt or jeans, but by what each piece represents individually, and even more so together. What I want to do with the blog is share my fresh lifestyle with other fresh people, so that they can share in my experience and exploration of what is an often an unknown culture. Fresh is something that I feel… it is something that I love… it is something that I do. I am not here to brag, but to share my passion, my feel good lifestyle, with each of you.
This blog is a creative visual of my life and why I’m fresh! How Fresh Are you?
