Quincy Brown’s Work-From-Home Look Is Business Meets Pleasure
Quarantine hasn’t slowed Quincy Brown down one bit. The hip hop multi-hyphenate has kept himself busy while sheltering in place in Los Angeles, recording music, doing auditions, and celebrating his 29th birthday. Brown’s intense schedule has allowed him to have plenty of fun with fashion, switching things up each day with vintage pieces culled from flea markets, Karl Kani classics, and even a custom diamond grill. Much like his music legend father Al B. Sure and stepfather Sean “Diddy” Combs, Brown has been able to create a dramatic signature look filled with pieces direct from the runway.
During his time at home, Brown went from baseball jerseys to kimonos and Tupac-inspired hoodies. Each day he revealed a striking new look and a corresponding personal project. Here, he guides Vogue through a typical week of fashion, music, and hustle.
Photo: Hao Zeng1/9Monday: Interviews. No pants. No problem.
Let’s be honest here, mornings are just not my thing, but I was excited about this one. I had interviews lined up all morning, where I got to announce all my new projects to the press. At first, doing them via video conference seemed off, but now I have adjusted, and I’m not mad at it. Monday called for business on top and party on the bottom. No one sees below anyway. Zegna suit jacket, scarf, and Ethika boxers—I’m ready to go, but…also prepared to nap after.
Photo: Hao Zeng2/9Tuesday: Tech me
Besides acting, music, and fashion, I am a huge tech nerd. I especially love the beginning stages of figuring it all out before you see things come to life. My app Fresh Crop is still doing well, and I love it when I see people using it on socials. Plus, I’m always logged on and listening to something, which led me to my latest creation. One of my most expensive tech losses was my AirPods. I misplace them all the time, and I know I’m not alone. I decided to solve my problem by creating a unique “qase” where one can insert a tracking device to ensure my AirPods can be located. The new product is about to launch, and today was the photoshoot. I’m wearing Karl Kani’s Tupac hoodie called Makaveli because I find it very inspirational.
Photo: Hao Zeng3/9Wednesday: Finding my soul
After finalizing my trackable case, I decided to grab my Montblanc headphones and jump in my studio late last night to put the final touches on my new song, “No Stress.” I’m a nocturnal creature, so my experiential canvas comes to life when the rest of the world is asleep.
Photo: Hao Zeng4/9My studio is called Area 91 (a play on Area 51 and my birthday). It’s my sonic sanctuary and where I find my soul through music. It’s also wholly cathartic to be in there. I like to be as comfortable as possible when I’m writing and singing, so this Pyer Moss tracksuit with black musician graphics is the fit that makes everything feel so good.
Photo: Hao Zeng5/9Thursday: End of a decade and quarantine birthday
Today was my 29th birthday. 29! The end of my twenties and quarantined… it’s just crazy to me. Last year, I hosted a baseball game with all my friends and family around. This year was a little different, but I was still excited because birthdays are meant to be celebrated, even in quarantine. My friends Abrima and Rosario from Studio 189 sent me this red shorts suit for my birthday because they know red is my favorite color. Thank you, ladies!