Alli Lhamon

#TeenLifeStyle: Senior Pictures – Sept. 14, 2016

In part because I’m finishing high school early, I decided to go the more nontraditional route for my senior pictures. Larry Rhinehart took my pictures and did a phenomenal job. I dragged Larry all throughout Atlanta to ensure that I would have the perfect senior pictures.

By: Alli Lhamon @allilhamonn

The first picture is on a nature trail in Sandy Springs. I chose to dress simple with the plain grey crop top and a simple black skirt for this venue. My top is from Pacsun and the skirt is from Nordstrom.

The first of many Photo creds: @larrywrhinehart

A photo posted by ALLI (@allilha) on Sep 11, 2016 at 8:58am PDT

The second picture was taken on Krog Street, a street in Atlanta where graffiti is completely I took a more urban approach to my outfit to match the urban setting of the picture. The second outfit is a crop top as well from PacSun. I have to thank Anna Grace (Smathers) for loaning me the jeans.

Anotha one

A photo posted by ALLI (@allilha) on Sep 11, 2016 at 8:07pm PDT

Alli Lhamon represents the next wave of PSBPopCulture.com. A fashion and music junkie, Lhamon has been on her game since Day One in 2000. She’s a genius in the classroom and might finish with more degrees than the rest of the team combined. You can follow her on Twitter @allilhamonn.

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#FreshStyleFits: adidas Ultra Boost Uncaged – August 12, 2016

Last month, adidas released a new version of their popular Ultra Boost shoe line called the Ultra Boost Uncaged. Here’s our take on whether adidas scored a hit or not:

By: Alli Lhamon @allilhamonn and Brandon Clay @PSBPopCulture

Brandon: Between the Yeezy’s and the Boost Uncaged, adidas has quietly put together a very nice 12-month run. I have multiple pair of the new release including the my favorite, the triple red (see below). The white and black are both great everyday shoes and can be found on retail shelves still.

Alli: I already know I will be spending my next Peach State check on a pair for myself. They shoes have a clean look with multiple colors that I like. After seeing Brandon with his on, they are really a must have for my closet.

Brandon Clay serves as the publisher of PSBPopCulture.com. A self-professed entertainment, music and sports junkie, Clay has been on his game since picking up his first Nintendo and Sony Walkman in the early 90’s. Adding in a SLAM (Basketball) Magazine subscription in the late-90’s had him setup up for lifelong success. Clay is also a founding member of the “Luxury Boys Club” designed to stay on top of whatever is next in the world of PopCulture. You can follow him on Twitter @psbpopculture.

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#PSBPopCulture: Will Apple Purchase Tidal? – July 1, 2016

By: Alli Lhamon @allilhamonn and Brandon Clay @PSBPopCulture

According to a Wall Street Journal report, Apple could possibly be buying out Tidal Music. If Apple buys Tidal, new music from artists originally signed with Tidal, including Jay-Z, Kanye West and Beyonce, will now be available on Apple Music the day they release it. Apple already boasts some of the world’s top acts including Drake.

ALLI: The switch will be beneficial to most everyone. Most people subscribe to Apple Music because it comes with their iPhone. With that being said, no one is trying to pay for two music subscriptions. So, if Tidal makes the switch, a lot of music will be more accessible to us.

BRANDON: I’m an Apple Music subscriber. I’ll be ecstatic if this deal goes through. I don’t watch a ton of music videos but had a tough time getting the latest Kanye West album, “The Life of Pablo.” This will save us all a couple of hours in the long run. Honestly, I wouldn’t be surprised at all to see Apple pass the cost of adding the Tidal client base to the service right on to the consumer.

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#TeenLifeStyle: FB’s Finest – May 25, 2016

By: Alli Lhamon @allilhamonn with commentary from Brandon Clay @PSBPopCulture

ALLI: Like most high schools, Flowery Branch has a diverse set of students. Here are a few who I walked the halls with everyday this school year who caught my eye with their style / social media presence.

Anna Grace Smathers | Sophomore

expression

A photo posted by anna-grace smathers (@annagrace62) on Apr 24, 2016 at 7:02pm PDT

ALLI: From her bubbly personality, trendy style, and adventurous attitude it’s really hard not to love her. I like this picture of Anna Grace because it’s trendy and unique. It also shows that Anna Grace is a fire individual.

BRANDON: I rock with her style. Super trendy but not excessive all at once. Her social presence is well crafted and put together. Slick stuff. Could she take Taylor Johnson’s spot as my future stylist? She just might.

Bree Locke | Senior

one more post because I got to see my love play

A photo posted by Breanna Locke (@breanna_locke) on May 6, 2016 at 8:43pm PDT

ALLI: Bree is really just a super cool individual to be around. Within the first ten seconds of talking to her or glancing at her Instagram, you will know two things:

1. She loves basketball
2. She LOVES Lebron James.

BRANDON: Bree’s love for Bron is undeniable. That said, Bree has some flavor of her own on the hardwood. Her social profile is dope cause she makes no apologies for who she is. Like it or love it. I’m with it.

John Mills | Junior

ALLI: John is always either cracking jokes or getting buckets. I like this picture of John because of his flow. John has one of the nicest flow game at Flowery Branch.

BRANDON: The hair sets him apart. Even with a cool Nike sweat outfit on, the locks give him the juice. On the hardwood, Alli says he’s got next. I see ya fella.

Amanda Rockenbach | Senior

ALLI: Amanda has the sweetest soul and one of the most beautiful voices in the Flowery Branch community. I love this picture of Amanda because she looks so effortlessly gorgeous, as always.

BRANDON: I listened to her Soundcloud last night. Her voice flows as effortlessly and smooth as her pictures on IG do. I like people who don’t have to “DTM” (do too much) to get their point across. Amanda’s vibe is a classic example of a non-DTM. Well done.

Elizabeth Darracott | Sophomore

ALLI: Elizabeth is the most driven and dedicated person at Flowery Branch. I love this picture of Elizabeth when she visited London. It shows her fashion forward style, and her drive to as dope an individual as possible.

BRANDON: I actually ran into Elizabeth the other day at LA Fitness. I applaud her discipline to stay in the gym building out the life she wants to live. That’s hard work. Rocking a fresh outfit while in London and capturing it on the Gram is hard work too. She pulled both off. Salute.

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#FreshStyleFits: Summer ’16 Style Guide by Brandon Clay – May 24, 2016

By: Brandon Clay @PSBPopCulture

Hats

For the most part, I stick with a combination of New Era fitted / snapback and Jordan Brand hats. I like the flavor that a crisp hat brings to the top of the outfit when it’s done right. From time to time, I’ll still rock a Polo Ralph Lauren baseball cap like Alli Lhamon mentioned that she rocks as well. Suzanne Eubank, one of my fashion go-to’s, says baseball hats should be worn with the bill clean and to the front. I rock with that though I must admit I stray from her theory on occasion.

Status: Original car = sold out. Hertz let me dip off the lot in a white Porsche. 🙏🏾 👕: #Polo #RalphLauren 👖: #EmbellishNYC 👟: #Nike #Foamposite 📷: (Pic Assist) @palmtreejd

A photo posted by BrandonClayPSB (@brandonclaypsb) on Feb 14, 2016 at 6:56am PST

Jackets

No matter where my travels take me, I’ll still keep a lightweight Lifted Anchors bomber jacket or hoodie with me until the end of June. I put Jordan Davis on them before spring break came and went. Temperatures vary so much when the sun goes down that the extra layer can add to the outfit while still matching the weather.

Status: #PSBPopCulture Bomber Jacket Article Flow 👕: #Topman #Polo 👖: #TrueReligion 👟: #Nike #Jordan7210 📷: @jlhemingway | #AnyGymIsHome

A photo posted by BrandonClayPSB (@brandonclaypsb) on Jan 23, 2016 at 6:39am PST

Shirts

Whether it’s from Lifted Anchors or John Elliott, the extended or asymmetric tee is still the way to go for me. I rocked them tough this winter with a jacket. I have a wide variation of colors and styles in the closet but the Lifted Anchors Penny tee or John Elliott Distressed Classic are great for any occasion. A huge shoutout to my personal stylist, Taylor Johnson, is necessary for the assist on this look. As an aside, being in the gym consistently is a major key to pulling these shirts off the right way.

I like Polo button up shirts when it’s 85 degrees and under especially if there is going to be shade at an outdoor concert. I also keep the Polo v-neck on deck as the weather heats up too.

Situation: @maddie_hetzel03 & @Breanna_Locke's Graduation Party was 🔥

A photo posted by BrandonClayPSB (@brandonclaypsb) on May 22, 2016 at 3:25pm PDT

Pants

It all depends on the day and location but Embellish Demin’s are lightweight which works even with the temperature rising. I also keep a crisp pair of Polo shorts on deck. I wear basketball clothes all the time for work so I like to step it up with my style when I get out of the house.

Sneakers

There are so many options out for a sneakerhead like myself. The Retro Jordan Brand Collection is a staple in my closet. I love the OVO X and OVO XII’s especially, got my hands on em early. This year, I’ve added a low top look with the Nike Presto this summer. They are the lightest shoes that I’ve rocked. I’ll always have room in my rotation for the timeless Polo low tops on my feet to complete the cycle.

Status: Got my hands on these early. Slated to drop in stores Summer '16. 👟: #Jordan #OVO12s by Drake | #SoleFlow

A photo posted by BrandonClayPSB (@brandonclaypsb) on Feb 28, 2016 at 5:08pm PST

Accessories

I like to keep a clean watch on my wrist. The Apple Watch is a must grab and remains my go to through the summer. With all the band options, it’s easy to switch the style up from the gym to the weight room to the beach while keeping the watch in play. Elite Basketball Academy standout, Sydney Parrish agrees with me.

#BrandonClayGiveaway: HUGE THANKS to the @atlantadream for the @mccoughtry jersey that @sydney_parrishh won onsite at an event last month! 📷: @typhotog

A photo posted by BrandonClayPSB (@brandonclaypsb) on May 21, 2016 at 7:08am PDT

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#TeenLifeStyle: Summer ’16 Style Guide by Alli Lhamon – May 23, 2016

By: Alli Lhamon @allilhamonn

Hats

I love the Classic Polo Hats for summertime because they literally go with anything. Any girl from a tomboy, all the way down to a girly-girl can pull off a polo hat with their outfit. I wear polo hats with a number of outfits, especially when I don’t feel like doing my hair!

Crop Tops

Crop tops are a necessity for every girl during the summertime. I love crop tops because they are the easiest and most comfortable way to dress while still looking cute. I love crop tops from Forever 21 and Pacsun. At both stores, I buy plain crop tops, patterned crop tops, sleeved and sleeveless crop top so I’m ready for any summertime event.

Patterned Shorts

I haven’t really paid patterned shorts much attention in the past, but this summer I began to love them. They are so comfortable and cute. Patterned shorts from Forever 21 and Pacsun can literally be worn to any and all summer occasions. I love wearing the comfy patterned shorts with a plain shirt and sandals or converse.

Rompers

Rompers are my go to this summer for fancier events. I hate wearing dresses, so rompers are the perfect alternate for me because they are still as nice and cute as a dress, but they are so much more comfortable. I love rompers from Forever 21 the most. The floral print rompers there are my absolute favorite.

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