I don't cover a lot of streetwear here on Style IT, which is kind of a shame considering my Brooklyn neighborhood has a very large streetwear loving population. Daily I am surrounded by men and women embracing color, taking risks with prints and expressing themselves through a more vibrant form of self expression. I've really begun to appreciate my neighborhood's distinct sense of color, especially from men.  They are unafraid to mix teal with pink or orange, and they love to coordinate.

With that being said, I am please to share with you the AKDMKS Summer 2009 collection.  AKDMKS is known for their premium denim, which is reflected in the adventurous leopard print and acid washes you'll find below. The deisgns were influenced by Santigold and M.I.A. mixed with an appreciation for Japanese pop culture.  AKDMKS founder Donwan Harrell says:  “Music has always been a dominating influence for us. There are so many influences in street music - It doesn’t have to be hip-hop. It could be a great trombone player, or a rising underground DJ. If it has a progressive and authentic sound, then it’s hot; and we are into supporting it.”

AKDMKS Summer 2009 Collection can be purchased from 80sPurple.com.  View the collection lookbook below.