Harlem World went out to see what our residents and neighbors along Lenox Avenue think about recent news surrounding fashion and politics.
Vanessa
Harlem World: Do you think Bill Thompson has a chance of becoming Mayor of New York? Why or why not?
Vanessa: I can’t answer that because I am not familiar with Bill Thompson.
HW: How do you feel about the President Obama and Governor Patterson situation?
V: Shame, shame on you (Barack). I am not fond of the comments, but everyone has their own opinions. You don’t have to agree but have respect.
DeNorval
Harlem World: What are the hottest fashion trends you have noticed for the fall?
DeNorval: I haven’t noticed too many styles that I like. I just like jeans.
HW: Do you wear urban designers? Why or why not?
D: No, I am not into designers, because I am not into making other people rich.
HW: What are your opinions about guys wearing skinny jeans?
D: I don’t think anything is wrong with them as long as they are not too sexual or too graphic.
Alexis
Harlem World: What are the hottest fashion trends you have noticed for the fall?
Alexis: Ankle boots.
HW: Do you wear urban designers? Why or why not?
A: Not really, it’s not my style.
HW: What are your opinions about guys wearing skinny jeans?
A: They are a little too tight. I don’t like them on guys.
Brendan
Harlem World: What are the hottest trends you have noticed for the fall?
Brendan: I like tailored clothing; jackets to the waist. Grays and blacks are in.
HW: Do you wear urban designers? Why or why not?
B: No, they really don’t appeal to me.
HW: What are your opinions about guys wearing skinny jeans?
B: I am not really a fan of them. It takes a specific body type to wear them, and most guys don’t have that. I recommend straight or boot-cut jeans for guys.
Jolene
Harlem World: Do you think Bill Thompson has a chance of winning Mayor of New York? Why or why not?
Jolene: Yes, he is smart as far as I’ve heard.
HW: How do you feel about the President Obama and Governor Patterson situation?
J: I haven’t heard a lot about that.
Shannon
Harlem World: Do you think Bill Thompson has a chance of winning Mayor of New York? Why or why not?
Shannon: Who’s that?
HW: How do you feel about the President Obama and Governor Patterson situation?
S: I think they are blowing it out of proportion. If Obama needs to speak on it, that is his choice. He is the President of the United States for Christ sake.
This piece was written and photographed by Aisha Brown, Bridget Smith and David Makonnen II.
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