Jay-Z’s ‘Mandals’
Posted by Bossip Staff
According to NPD Group, sales of men’s sandals increased 11% from 2005 to 2006 and some industry sources are citing Joe Camel for the trend. One industry source says:
“The perception of men in sandals is changing,” says Genevieve Ascencio, a spokeswoman for Frye, maker of macho Western wear. “It’s not your typical ‘guy in black socks on the beach’ look. It’s a lot cooler now, and people who have a lot of street cred are validating the trend.” She cited Grammy-winner Jay-Z, who raised eyebrows among hip-hoppers last year when he was spotted wearing flip-flops while strolling the beach with Beyonce. “If it’s good enough for Jay-Z, it’s good enough for every man,” Miss Ascencio says.
Is there a problem with the last couple of trends from rappers: rockin pink (Camron), open toe sandals (Joe Camel), and tight jeans with motorcycle chains (Jim Jones)?
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