“Two are better than one: Because they have a good reward for their labour.”Β Ecclesiastes 4:5 (KJVA 1611)
S H A L A W A M
Yes.Β It’s been awhile, but “Time waits for no man,” and “Spring hasΒ sprung,”Β so… I figured I’d make up for lost time and clear some head space.Β The muse of the day is aΒ young lady that answers to the name “MALAKA (Muh-Lay-Ka).”Β She just so happens to enjoy the stylistic martial arts of textiles and fabrics.Β Go check out her blog, Scales Of Style.Β And tell her a secret admirer sent you πΒ I’ll be adding her to my “JPSKILLZ Inspirations” column so in case you ever forget the address you can always find your way here πΒ Enjoy the story.
SHALAWAM
So if you follow me on The IG then you know that yesterday I vowed to share my latest INVESTMENT… with you.Β Well, HERE IT IS!Β This is a $500 ELEVENTY (WARNING: Their site is SO RUDDY!) vest which I caught slippin’ at UALΒ (Shout Out)Β for $50!!!
Sometimes thinking can be a bad thing!Β LoLΒ I didn’t hesitate.Β Remember fellas, “Versatility is KEY!”Β It’s actually made of Polyamide which isΒ surprisingly warm but also light weight and everyoneΒ knows it repelsΒ water like a duck’s back!Β Now, I know what you’re thinking, “Why are you so excited Joe!?”Β You see, men knew the importance of a good vest back in the days.Β They didn’t just roll out, they put in some thoughtΒ & dear lord, EFFORT.
You see the PINSTRIPES!!!Β LOLΒ And NO, that is NOT a random picture of the late, great Josephine Baker… okay maybe it is… but who better to illustrate how the ladies will be lookin’ atcha’ fellas?Β Yea… Jo’ approves so I’m good!Β LoLΒ *Sigh* I crack myself up.Β Get used to this Breastplate of Righteousness, because you’re going to be seeing ALOT of it!
SHALAWAM
You can’t hide culture.
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Everyone should have one piece that no one else has.
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You can dress up and still be comfortable.
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There are 18 NATIONALITIES… do you know who you are?
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“At ease.”
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