introduce yourself
My name is Amon-Re Crosby and I co-own Five Locs clothing with my twin brother Jeramon Crosby. Five Locs is clothing for the urban trendsetters. Our Logo is a symbol of five dread locs, which represent originality. We are currently based in Atlanta, GA and Harlem, NY.
fav lyric from a song
“You got to have style and learn to be original”.
My Philosophy, KRS-ONE
This lyric sums up what Five Locs is all about.
who and what inspires you?
I’m inspired by the hip-hop culture; I also get inspire by different graphic artist worldwide. I like going to Barnes & Nobles and other bookstores. NYC inspires me also.
icons past & present
My icons are past: Marcus Garvey, Harriet Tubman, Richard Pryor and Malcolm X. Present : Russell Simmons, Barack Obama and Berry Gordy.
the nublack philosophy/mantra according to FiveLocs
“We do things today that most people aren’t willing to do, so we can afford to do things tomorrow that most people can’t afford to do.”
Check me out
Founder of Iamthenublack; Motion Graphic Designer and T-Shirt enthusiast, with an appreciation of good typography, well dressed men and nectarines.
