Close your eyes and come with me on a walk down memory lane. It’s 2006. I’m in my sophomore year of high school and it’s homecoming season. There’s a dance after the first football game of October and I’m out on the floor, in my very best outfit from JCPenney, waiting for the next song to load from the DJ’s (or was it math teacher’s?) iPod Nano. A synth comes over the gymnasium speakers and my 15-year-old self is introduced to the Grammy-nominated album, Konvicted, by Akon. I don’t think I’ve ever been the same since that moment, dear reader.
Brett Braley is a writer and contributor to various publications, including Worn & Wound, Cool Material, Matador Network, and Robb Report. With a focus on watches, fashion, and travel, Brett's articles provide readers with insights into the latest trends, product releases, and destinations to explore.