Established in South Florida – The emerging Black owned fashion line Clyde Lourdez, is a brand that resonates with fashion forward enthusiasts. Just in time for the new year, Clyde Lourdez is here making headlines as the clothing line to watch.
Founded in 2019, Clyde Lourdez’s number one goal is to pack the most comfort possible in classic staple pieces made with the right blends of fabric. The Haitian owner coined the term “com*for*ture” – couture made for comfort, to best describe their unique designs.
The latest drop for the winter season is the Adinkra Varsity Jacket. With men’s starting at $179.99 and women’s starting at 169.99. Both jackets feature a chenille CL logo on the front left chest, elastic striped ribbed trims, and snap button front closure. The jackets also have a premium satin exterior and quilted satin interior.
The meanings of the symbols are broken down below:
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NYAMI DUA stands for God’s presence and protection
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THE BESE SAKA stands for Abundance and affluence
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ESONO ANANTAM stands for Leadership, security, and power
Originally, the symbols were mainly displayed on pottery, stools & even cloth – but Clyde Lourdez adopted this tradition and made it fashionable on a global scale. For a more in-depth look and link to buy click here.
About the Designer:
The owner and designer, Quez is a by-product of the 90s, who was raised in Broward county by a single Haitian mother. Being the oldest he had to help raise his younger siblings. Like a lot of teens growing up in the 90s, Hip-Hop had a huge influence on him. From the way you walked to the way you wore your hair or clothes, it was all about taking a piece and doing everything in your power to make it uniquely yours. Quez has remixed some of these earlier streetwear trends, with a modern flair. The goal was to create something that’s very comfortable without compromising style.
