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[dapperdanofharlem]

Salma Hayek wore the most important outfit of the night at last night’s Oscars. It wasn’t because she is absolutely stunning—because she is. It wasn’t because it was the best outfit of the night—because it wasn’t. It’s not because it was @gucci, nor is it because it was made by Dapper Dan. No. It was the most important because it sent a message to my pen pals in the favelas of Brazil, and in Soweto, South Africa, and in every ghetto in the world where people are trying to find a way to “make it from The Corner to the rest of the world.” It is important because they know that my story is their story, and that if someone of Salma’s stature would wear something of mine, then they, too, can be a designer.

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Nas in that Dapper Dan ... Alpo Flow ... Type Shmood ... Nas been fly

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[dapperdanofharlem]

Growing up in Harlem, @EbonyMag was the first publication that showed me how dignified and cultured people of color could be. I am so honored to be included in the 2017 #EbonyPower100.

Read more: http://www.ebony.com/power100-2017/

[dapperdanofharlem]

Catch me in @noiseymusic‘s new documentary on New Jack Swing.

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