PAQ is a new online streetwear-based tv show looking at the style and culture that surround the scene and the people involved with it. For the hosts of PAQ, IRL friends Danny Lomas, Dexter Black, Shaquille Keith and Elias Riadi, streetwear has always been viewed by outsiders as being shallow and superficial, rather than reflecting what they see as the true culture of the scene. That's why they decided to make a show that celebrates the people involved and looks at streetwear's diverse influences from skateboarding to high fashion. In the first episode, the four presenters see who can get the best fit for under £50, before ceremonially burning a Supreme box logo, while in the second episode they take on countryside pursuits in some of their finest streetwear pieces.
Speaking about the culture they want to represent, presenter Shaq said "this is more than just a bunch of kids that care about clothes, its something bigger; a way for people to bond and connect over something we all care about." That's the message at the heart of why they made PAQ, and something that another of the presenters, Elias, also believes: "For some, fashion and streetwear is still seen as narcisstic or eqotistical, but that really isn't the case. The streetwear scene is evolving and there's a real sense of community and passion which you won't find anywhere else."
The first full episodes of PAQ will be available to stream today, and future episodes will be dropping online every 7-10 days. If that wait is too long, you can also watch this the lookbook shot by Mollie Mills.
