Who Is: Dappa Dan

Who Is: Dappa Dan

Dappa Dan, a true Harlem streetwear historian, is renowned for his high-end fabric customization during the 80’s and 90’s for the likes of Eric B. & Rakim, Big Daddy Kane, Mike Tyson and Biz Markie. His shop, located on 125th Street, was open 24-hours a day until it got shut down due to companies taking legal action for his use of others logos.
Below, check out another example of Dan’s pieces as well as an in-depth interview with him and his son.