Men’s Style Through the Artist’s Eyes Series (Part 2): David Hockney

Niyi (Tirailleur 1) — Wed, 16 May 2012 15:19:43 +0000

Men’s Style Through the Artist’s Eyes is a 3 part series that explores works of artists that tap into the male sartorial subconscious either unintentionally, subliminally or overtly. The 2nd installment focuses on the works of David Hockney I hold Hockney’s work dear to my heart. He paints the man I aspire to dress like. …

Post-Imperial

Niyi (Tirailleur 1) — Wed, 16 May 2012 05:07:08 +0000

BIG P.S.A. I have officially launched my pocket square line this week. This is what has kept me busy the past few months. I’m really proud of how the first collection turned out and I’m already working hard on the second batch. Explore the site and stay tuned for more stuff. POST-IMPERIAL Filed under: Accessories, …

Men’s Style Through the Artist’s Eyes Series (Part 1): Lucien Freud

Niyi (Tirailleur 1) — Fri, 11 May 2012 04:45:56 +0000

Men’s Style Through the Artist’s Eyes is a 3 part series that explores works of artists that tap into the male sartorial subconscious either unintentionally, subliminally or overtly. This week, British-Born German artist Lucien Freud will be our subject of focus. Lucien Freud is a man that deals on the psychological plane. His impastos are …

Eskor- Shades of Blue

Niyi (Tirailleur 1) — Wed, 09 May 2012 05:19:27 +0000

As stated in the last post, it’s been a while since I post anything here. My Tumblr has been receiving most of my attention. In any case I will try to post here at least once a week. I’ve recently been slammed by a wall of inspiration splashed by the different shades of the color …

Now Back to Our Regular Scheduled Program

Niyi (Tirailleur 1) — Wed, 09 May 2012 04:21:15 +0000

Apologies for the lengthy hiatus, but it was necessary for the greater strategy. I’ve been quite focused on creating an active Tumblr. There is also a new project that will be revealed in a few weeks. So stick around, and stand in line; you’ll hear the trumpets when they blow. This tank is back in …

Post-Imperial

Niyi (Tirailleur 1) — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19:16:27 +0000

Sorry for the absence, I’ve been working hard on some new things. All shall be revealed soon. Filed under: Accessories, Fashion, Ramblings, Travel Tagged: Coup That!, Les Tirailleurs, Party of Ministers, Pocket Squares. Post-Imperial, We shoot things

MoMA PS1 and Pitchfork Present Nicolas Jaar in New York City February 5

Niyi (Tirailleur 1) — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:02:00 +0000

Time to make another visit to Long Island City… On Sunday, February 5 from 1-6 p.m., Pitchfork will present “From Scratch”, an event with electronic music producer Nicolas Jaar at MoMA PS1 in Long Island City, New York. The event will be presented in collaboration with MoMA PS1 and Clown & Sunset Aesthetics, Jarr’s newly formed …

Marko Manev: Comic-Con

Niyi (Tirailleur 1) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:37:53 +0000

Comics… they are to me what soap-operas are to soccer moms. You would think with all the senseless retcons, reboots and fake deaths would have been enough to keep me away once I hit my 20′s. NOPE- even though Captain America’s death had me rolling my eyes as I sat in my sad corner. Yes… …

FALCONS

Niyi (Tirailleur 1) — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:23:12 +0000

TightMike & KayleoStocko… you have officialy caught my attention. I first took notice of FALCONS on Potholes in my Blog I can’t front… I slept on their EP. I mean it was cool… Their Remixxes project however was much more interesting… Now they dropped what I believe is the song that will put them over …

Chronicles of Lagos Part 2: Welcome to the Jungle

Niyi (Tirailleur 1) — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:51:34 +0000

Crocs, Lions, Gazelles… Some of the many animals I encountered while I was in Lagos: I got the chance to witness some lions take down prey on a red croc brief case I commissioned a local artisan to make. Met a few dogs… … but the cats were much cooler… Cheetahs- Big Leopards- Bigger Lion- …