Stylized: Lawrence E. Nurse of Triple L Society

Tell me about you: Where are you from, how old are you?

I’ am 22 years of age and I’m from Port of Spain Trinidad. At the age of 4 I moved to the US and was raised in Brooklyn, New York

What do you do?

Creative director and founder of the life style brand Triple L Society.

When did you know that Fashion was something you were passionate about?

My love for fashion started in high school, always into art I slowly found my self recreating outfits and trying to stick out from the rest.

What has been your biggest accomplishment to date?

I’ve had the chance to have young money recording artist Jay Sean wear my Jap denim jacket to open up for Enrique Iglesias and My red rider jacket for his performance on the 2011 Bravo new years eve special.

What advice do you have for others aspiring to do what you do?

No matter what you do continue to be original, stay true to your craft and never settle for less.

Life quote: If there was one quote that summed up your view on life what would it be ?

“Live life Lavish”

How can we stay connected with you?

Follow my wild and crazy nights on twitter @lawrenceenurse and my company’s page @triplelsociety. We also have a face book fan page and a main with an online store website http://www.triplelsociety.com/

Wants and Needs

While browsing the Urban Outfitters website I sumbled upon these beauties

The Matiko Lee Reptile Studded Loafer

They also come in BLACK!

I want and need these in my life lol yes, yes and yes

Be Inspired

Let the layering commence

ReadysetDC Fashion District F/W 2011 Designer Meet & Greet

Last Friday I had the pleasure of attending ReadySetDC's Fashion District F/W 2011 Designer Meet and Greet with my boss Kas. The event was held at the Dunes a really nice gallery in DC. The event was filled with a great crowd, and I got a bit of networking done and introduced Kas to some of my people. All in all it was a good time, we arrived an hour before the event was over and made the best of it. It's always great running into people in the Industry that you know and chatting it up for a bit.

Check out some of the photo's I snagged

Beautiful photography graced the walls of the Gallery

Good friend Elise (right) and Photographer Katie (left)

Loved, loved, loved Elise's outfit

Elise close up, She mangages a vintage boutique here in DC cleverly titled "It's Vintage Darling"

Elise is wearing pieces from her Boutique

Candid photo snapped by one of the ladies over at Spicy Cndy DC

Great Black and White photo of AMI James

Very interesting dress by a Designer who's name escapes me at the moment. The leather detail is awesome

DIY: Suede cuff

Yet another great idea I wish to recreate myself.

Celine SS RTW 2012 Accessories

Thrifty Wednesday

One of my most successful thrifting adventures yet.

100% wool T Length double breasted coat

Vintage Leather T Length skirt

All items in EXCELLENT condition, once it gets colder these will be coming out of the closet

ReadysetDC Fashion District F/W 2011

For all my fashion lovers residning in DC this event is for you. Get ready for a wonderful meet and greet, fashion show, and great shopping all taking place this weekend.

Fashion District 2011 from Steven Greenstreet on Vimeo.

Announcing ReadysetDC’s Fashion District Fall/Winter 2011

A Fashion Week(end) including a Runway Show, Shopping and a Designer Meet & Greet

What:

ReadysetDC announces its fourth runway show spotlighting local emerging designers, expanding one fashion-filled evening into a fashion week(end).

The weekend includes…

A Designer Meet & Greet: A chance to talk fashion with the designers involved in this season’s Fashion District runway show. Sip cocktails, mingle and get a peek at the designs to come.

The Show: DC designers & models strut their stuff in our full runway show. This year’s featured designers include some old faces and new: Artaya, DeNada Design*, Derringer Friday, Durkl, Espion, Ginger Root Design, Hugh & Crye, SaintCHIC and Sika.

The Shop: You saw the designs, now shop the merchandise. The featured designers from Saturday’s runway show and a handful of beloved local shops for an afternoon a shopping. All shops will be offering deep discounts, so don’t miss this opportunity to shop your favorite shops all in one spot! Shop participants include the above designers, as well as locally owned shops Pretty People Vintage and Carbon Boutique!

When & Where:

Friday, October 14th
Designer Meet & Greet
7 pm to 11 pm
The Dunes
1402 Meridian Place NW

Saturday, October 15th
Full Length Runway Show
8:30 pm to 11 pm
Eastern Market North Hall
225 7th Street SE

Sunday, October 16th
The Shop
2 to 6pm
The Dunes Gallery
1402 Meridian Place, NW

Details:

The Friday Meet & Greet and The Shop are FREE! Just RSVP to Attend.

General Admission to The Show is $40, OPEN BAR.

The first 100 to purchase will receive a giftbag upon entry.

PLEASE NOTE: All events are 21 & older only. Valid ID is required upon entry.

Please visit the readysetDC website to RSVP and purchase tickets here

Vintage Monday: Mila&Fire Vintage

New items for Mila&Fire Vintage. Get them Here

"Every designer's dream begins somewhere"

This evening I had the pleasure of viewing "Dressed" a documentary on Nary Manivong a once homeless designer and his amazing journey. This documentary was so inspiring to me. To hear where this young man came from and where he is now, and how he NEVER gave up is just what I needed to keep me moving. I had never heard of this designer until tonight, and I was truly moved by his story. Through all his trials, and with circumstances not looking too promising for him he made it through. In the documentary he carried a small note with him that read "Nary, you can do it. Believe" Always a great reminder to carry around with you.

This industry especially is a difficult to master. There are so many great up and coming designers all over the world, but of course the more recognized designers are the ones that get the most attention. You know the Gucci's, Valentino's, and D&G's of the world.. It takes years and years to gain that kind of success. 2,000 brands launch each year, and a lot of them go bankrupt within the first year after their first collection. The most important thing to remember is to "Just do good work" No money comes from a fashion show, and some of the most amazing shows were produced with little money. Produce good work, and eventually someone will notice" I'm taking mental notes so when it comes time for me to put something out there I will have all the knowledge I need. You can learn a lot from those that came before you. No need in trying to reinvent the wheel here.

I was able to get some pretty good photos from the event.. check them out

Q&A with designer Nary and director David Swajeski

Dana, a guest, Nary, and Myself

And then at the meet and greet I run into Linda owner of T.H.E Artist Agency here in DC and of course you know she was one of the DC Housewives

Erin was super cute

Nary and I, he's cute lol

Get more info about the documentary HERE

"Just Believe in Yourself"

"Have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become. Everything else is secondary" ~Steve Jobs

These words were needed snagged from Karen over at "Where Did You Get That"

Be Inspired