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Introducing Another Bevel Homecoming: The #BevelBand featuring the Marching Crimson Pipers of Tuskegee University

Throughout the Fall months and across HBCU campuses, the tradition of Homecoming is celebrated. Amidst the swarm of activities that make their way through the bleachers and descend upon each season, the ultimate draw, unrivaled with insignia laden uniforms, and soul-stepping formation, are undoubtedly the HBCU marching bands.

See our 5 stories celebrating their tradition of excellence on and off the field bevelcode.com/bevelband

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Introducing Another Bevel Homecoming: The #BevelBand featuring the Marching Crimson Pipers of Tuskegee University. 

Last year we featured the men of the #Divine9 in our #BevelBrotherhood series. This year our Bevel Homecoming campaign celebrates the heartbeat of an HBCU: the marching band.

See our 5 stories celebrating their tradition of excellence on and off the field over at bevelcode.com/bevelband

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“I MAKE MUSIC TO KIND OF MAKE SENSE OF THE WORLD, SO WHATEVER’S HAPPENING TO ME, I’M WRITING ABOUT IT.” - Bilal // http://bevelcode.com/bilal-accidental-style-icon/

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“I’m personally excited for men’s fashion. At the end of the day, we’ll still have the heritage brands that are gonna do the suit/ties, there’s still gonna be the Americano brands, and that (for me) is never going to change. I’m completely fine with that because there are so many other brands  doing awesome and different things. For so long it was only women’s fashion that was allowed to progress and men’s fashion wouldn’t change — it was maybe five to ten years before a new trend would even happen. Whereas now, you have designers — European and American — who are like changing the game constantly and saying, “we’re gonna add this element or that to it” or “we’re gonna add a European or an Asian influence.” From there, now what? Your favorite basketball player’s gonna be in the street looking like this. Your favorite rapper’s gonna be looking like that. And then it trickles down, and so guys everywhere become more open and start looking things up.” // Bevelcode.com

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”New York City is a huge inspiration because it’s very rare to be in a place where one minute, everyone is dressed [one way], and another minute, everyone is dressed [another]. Whether you’re going to a bar or a party, there are so many different people from so many different walks of life and it just lends well. Like, you can have someone who’s a complete hip-hop head at the same party as someone in a three-piece suit. They listen to the same music and vibe out; that’s pretty cool.” // BevelCode.com

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Team Cold Brew // The Art // The Culture

http://bevelcode.com/team-cold-brew-coffee-culture-with-chermelle-edwards/

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At Your Service. Always. 

Feel Good About Shaving Everyday with 15% off the Bevel Shave System. 

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Miles Chamley Watson : From Olympic Fencing To A$AP Ferg http://bevelcode.com/miles-chamley-watson-from-olympic-fencing-to-aap-ferg/

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“The BKc has played a pivotal role in ways that other brands haven’t. That is, always redefining the classic heritage look. It’s always important for us to use old style queues, yet incorporate a modern look without compromising the “old.” What ultimately differentiates the BKc is how we promote longevity in our clothing. A perfect example is our varsity trade-in program. If a jacket isn’t passed down to a family or friend, we are more than happy to take the old jacket and put a credit towards a new one. This is a great way for us to archive and show the aging process of our clothing and continue to use the “recent” as inspiration.”

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Get to Know Brooklyn Circus // Bevel Code 

http://bevelcode.com/style-meets-character-featuring-the-brooklyn-circus/

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Bevel Razor 

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Kenneth Whalum, Hip-Hop’s Go to Saxophonist chats with Bevel Code + Gets the Bevel Trimmer Line-Up

http://bevelcode.com/kenneth-whalum-hip-hops-go-saxophonist/

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Jay Smooth sits down with Bevel Code to talk grooming + records and hip hop’s lasting legacy 

http://bevelcode.com/jay-smooth-talks-road-radio-video-beyond/

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BC: How does professionalism work with your style and cut?

MTG: Everything that I wear is interconnected. The navy suit with pinstripes speaks to a classic look, but the double breast adds in a hint of trend. That same idea is present with the tie as it is a simple print but it's a knit tie. Typically, someone might wear brogues or monk straps, but I've opted for a smoking slipper instead. While my haircut is rather "conservative," the fade is somewhat the idea of trend. As mentioned earlier, my overall style relates to this notion of being on trend but also denotes authority. Professionalism is defined based on your industry and that's what speaks to mine.

BC: What are your wardrobe must haves?

MTG: Currently, I'm obsessed with two things: double breasted suits and smoking slippers (as you can see). Double breasted suits create an instant regality to suits, which highlights an elevation that's exciting. Furthermore, I always say "two breasts are always better than one." Secondly, smoking slippers are extremely versatile. They're perfect for suits, jeans, shorts, business professional, refined casual, and even formal events.

BC: How do professionalism and fashion compliment each other?

MTG: They're connected because they speak to the industry's culture. For example, many think of bankers for muted pinstripes, spread collar white shirts, and conservatively printed ties. Pinstripes speak to confidence, spread collars channel a level of seriousness, and the tie is a sign of conservatism. These are all elements one expects in a banker: confidence, seriousness, and conservatism.

BC: Is there such a thing as over dressing?

MTG: Impossible.

BC: What are your go-to looks when you aren't rocking a suit?

MTG: A tailored trouser and jacket with an oxford shirt and loafers are always appropriate. I also have this recent interest in clean trainers from brands like Axel Arigato, THEY, and Common Projects. When I feel a bit more relaxed, I still enjoy joggers. They've had their moment, but I still find them quite interesting.

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Marquelle Turner-Gilchrist of The New Stereotype//

Bevel Code: What or who inspires your style?

Marquelle: My style is inspired by the things I've been exposed to in life. I was fortunate enough to live in Europe for a brief period of time, and my time there exposed me to a new way of dress, creating this lens of possibility. I would also say growing as a man has increased my confidence and encouraged me to try things.

BC: What are your fashion rules?

MTG: I don't have any rules. And that's mostly because I focus more on style rather than fashion. Fashion is the business of selling clothing and communicating it to customers. Style is how you interpret it. Fashion is what you inhale and style is what you exhale.

BC: How has working in fashion impacted your style rules?

MTG: Fortunately, I work in fashion so it's a fine balance between being on trend and this "American" approach to prep and clean lines. Because certain parts of the industry are liberal, I'm privy to some styles before they're mainstream, and I get to "test" them.

BC: Why this haircut?

MTG: Much like my style, this haircut allows me to express my creativity, while still maintaining a clean and polished look. I'm a fashion buyer, so to be on trend is important. But I also must appear as an authority in my area of buying (menswear including suiting).

BC: What does NY mean to you? How do you feel when you're there?

MTG: NYC means liberation. It means going with your gut and taking risks. Prior to moving from North Carolina, most folks would say I was very safe because I come from a conservative state but I've learned to live differently and to be open. When I'm here, I feel this sense of consistent inspiration. Inspiration is in the air!

BC: Why is self-expression important?

MTG: Self-expression allows you to vent without saying anything. It can highlight your mood and ties into body language, which is the only true universal language. It took me 29 years to accept my entire being, and now I wanna share it in an unapologetic way.

BC: What gives you a sense of pride?

MTG: Believing in my vision and seeing it come to life gives me a sense of pride. Over a year ago I started a project called The New Stereotype, which celebrates and highlights the many diverse layers of black life in America through fashion, photography, and film. To see a simple vision come to fruition makes me feel proud. I remember reading once where Tristan Walker said, "Take a simple idea and take it seriously." To stick to something you believe in and consistently see the support of others gives me a sense of pride.