IMG TRAFFIC: S&F

Stephanie Nnamani

Steffanie Nnamani better known as Teff, simple name but she's far from simple. When you see her, you SEE her. Her attire, presence, and appeal will stop you in the street. Her style is bold, not loud in your face trying to get attention bold, it's more of the confidence halo she has on every outfit, she literally makes people want to stop and take a picture. Her site Dank && Dapper is amazing, you can spend hours on it, and even though she's just building her portfolio, her photography is on point.

"I'm basically a walking contradiction, but WHO isn't? Student of Psychology. Aspiring fashion designer,stylist and photographer. Fan of the arts. I'm not perfect. I have made mistakes but I have no regrets. I'm flawed. 'My flaws are perfection ... I am flawed to perfection' -Me. Complex simplicity sums up my life." - Teff

What do you do?

Blogger. I wanna say photographer but I'm yet to earn that title. Just a chick with a camera and passion.

What's your hobbies?

Photography, blogging, a stylist to myself. I hope to be one to others some day. I wanna do it all.

Describe your fashion style.
Some have called me a hipster. I'm yet to define my style. I usually dress according to my mood.

Any favorite colors and patterns?

Lol, a serious myriad of colors and patterns in this world. How dare I limit myself to just a few.

Who are your role models/icons?

My dad. Yeah that's it, my dad.

Can you compare your style to anyone?

I've been compared to Janelle Monae, Rihanna and Teyana Taylor. People say I'm a mix of all 3.

What's the favorite thing in your closet?

Aw man. Umm my big fluffy mustard hat and about 10 more items.

34D Personal Question: Tell us three things about you people wouldn't guess off the back.

1.I'm African.

2.That I was born IN Africa,

3. That I'm down to earth. (they ASSume I'm stuck up).

TEFFOGRAPHY

OH! She caught the founder of 34D, Dea Pierre

"Dea Pierre X Union Square"

The Notorious Jaz

What caught our attention first about about Jazmin is her site "Short Girl Tall Heels". Upon reviewing it her cut and sew skills and taste for exotic patterns had us. Luckily we were able to get a quick interview with her, but trust us, you will be seeing her featured on 34Dbrand.com alot more in the near future.

"My name is Jazmin but everyone calls me Jaz. I'm 20 years old Northern born, Southern raised. I'm a single a mother who has alot going for herself. While in school full time and working on a clothing line in the process (Haute Thrillz)-- which I have realized is way more work and time than a couple of months lol."

What do you do?
I'm the founder of my own clothing line called Haute Thrillz. I'm also thinking about another side fashion project with vintage clothing; I have yet to decide on the name of that project, but I will be sure to let you all know.

What's your hobbies?
I design clothing as well as style on the side of being a college student.


What do you design and style?
I design clothes and I have designed a couple of bags and other accessories. I've been asked to style a couple of photoshoots but I'm hoping to really get into runway!!

What inspired you to design and decide on creating a line?
What inspired me to design is family- designing everything from clothes and accessories; the women in my family have done. Haute thrillz was something that just came to me one day. I always knew my line would have the name Haute or Couture in it I don't know why but it was always an idea of mine lol. And Thrillz because I want my line known for being fun and exciting--nothing ordinary. A thrill something daring and out of the box!!

What do you go to school for?
I'm majoring in English because I love to write and have plans on becoming a fashion editor one day for a major magazine.

Can you describe your fashion style.
I dont really have one, I'm a true hippe when it comes to style, you ever seen "Confessions of a Drama Queen"? Thats me! My style depends on my mood and the day. I could be Bohemian one day, goth chic (like on some Rihianna shit), or all dolled up like Kim Kardashian =]; she's FAB by the way.

Do you have a favorite color or pattern?
My favorite colors are purple and pink, anything girly I love! I'm obsessed over animal print and floral like everyone else smh, I know cliche.

How did you learn to cut and sew?
I learned how to cut and sew mainly from my nana but I also took classes to enhance my skills

Who are your role models/icons?
My role models are Tyra Banks, Kesh and Solange knowles. I love Tyra for her fashion sense and her ability to be a business woman and very REAL at the same time. I admire Kesh's artistic abilities, she such an amazing person; from her style to her photography and clothing line. Solange Knowles is my favorite! She lets it known that its a life after having a child at a young age and being single and brilliantly ILL, such as myself. my icons are Marilyn Monroe and Lil Kim, I have a litttle of them running threw my veins, I identify with them so much its ridiculous. I love them ALL.

Can you compare your style to anyone?
Carrie bradshaw from sex in the city-- chic, classy but still sexy at times. always up to date with the trends. and a fashion chameleon!! (always changing styles)

What's the favorite thing in your closet?
My purses! I love a cute bag! Thats the most important thing.

34D Personal Question: Tell us three things about you people wouldn't guess off the back.
1.I'm goofy. 
2.NOT stuck up. 
3.I'm a girly girl with male tendencies smh lol.

Make sure to follow her on twitter @thenotoriousjaz and on tumblr thenotoriousjaz.tumblr.com/http://thenotoriousjaz.tumblr.com/

Reckless Rebels

A while ago Idid an interview with Teenage Trendsettaz, well Teenage Trendsettaz has moved on and become Reckless Rebels. Check out the interview I did with the CEO and Brand Director Wayne Fryer; and when you're done, head over to http://blog.therecklessrebels.com/

So it's Good bye Teenage Trendsettaz? Why?
I wouldn't say goodbye, I would say hello to the start of a brand originated from Teenage Trendsettaz. Going through a lot of trial and error I felt the need to create something more marketable, its all about the longevity.

Why Reckless Rebels?
I named my brand Reckless Rebels because I don't bite my tongue for anything or anybody. Another reason is because I do what I want with no thought of what the next person may think, but in a positive way.

What does Reckless Rebels stand for?
Naturally creative and artistic individuals who have that hustle mentality doing what they want, when they want with no concern of how the world may view them.

What will Reckless Rebels have that Trend Settaz didnt?
Longevity and more larger market. When I had Teenage Trendsettaz, people liked the clothes but the name would get to them. People felt it was for the younger crowd or to youthful.

Who's behind Reckless Rebels?
Nineteen year old Wayne Fryer is the CEO and Brand Director. There's also others that show a great deal of love and help out in major ways, those people you will meet in the near future.

What are your upcoming projects?
Collabs, Events, Shows, and other things under wraps that i cannot speak on as of now.

Whats your goals this year in regards to the new line?
My goals for this year with this new brand is to get into a few boutiques, and just keep promoting the brand to show people that you can do what you want, you don't have to limit yourself to what the public says.

What does Reckless Rebels consist of?
Everything from T-shirts, to custom Cut and Sewn Products.

Who is your selling audience then?
My selling audience is anyone who feels the way I feel about fashion, people who know that fashion is an aesthetic that must be preserved and handled with care.

Besides a good fashion piece, what do you want consumers to walk away with after they walk away with a Reckless Rebels piece?
I want consumers to walk away with that feeling as if i created the piece just for them, i want them to feel more like an individual and not a "consumer".

Dea's Got Wood...Good Wood

After a long day of work, I came home to my custom 34D Good Wood Chain. I love it! I think I'm going to order another one. Do you like?

     

34D: Photoshoot 1

Getting things together for the tee line, decided to throw out some designs, I originally choose 14 designs, but I decided to narrow it down to 6 designs instead. Wouldn't you like to know which ones are in for this season =]


34D: Photoshoot 1 from Dea Pierre on Vimeo.

Megan Fox For Emporio Armani

Armani’s new official underwear model, the beautiful Megan Fox. Enjoy