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Tryston “Mocha” Brown
Tryston “Mocha” Brown is a creator driven by storytelling, experience design, and the belief that identity is built through intention rather than accident. His work centers on transforming personal moments into narratives that resonate beyond the individual, using fashion, content, and conceptual frameworks as tools to explore meaning and perspective. What began as creative expression has evolved into a broader practice of examining how stories are formed, interpreted, and remembered.
Originally from Maryland, Tryston relocated to Los Angeles to place himself closer to the cultural conversations that once shaped him from afar. Now a college student at Loyola Marymount University, he continues to study the intersection of creativity, business, and culture while developing projects that reflect both ambition and introspection. His long-term focus lies in building a legacy rooted in influence with purpose — shaping the culture that influenced him, and leaving behind work that invites others to consider their own stories with greater clarity.
Projects
Vyznaire
Vyznaire is a creative brand-building studio focused on helping creators contextualize their ideas and tell their stories with intention. By examining identity through opposing perspectives and layered lenses, Vyznaire transforms raw concepts into cohesive narratives, visuals, and cultural impact. Clothing serves as the first form of this system, acting as a language through which ideas are tested, challenged, and understood.
Shades of “Mocha”
The Shades of Mocha collection captures the persona of creator Tryston “Mocha” Brown. Rooted in earth tones, the collection reflects the colors he first gravitated toward at the beginning of his fashion journey. Juxtaposition plays a central role, as Mocha consistently places opposing perspectives in conversation through color and design. The collection also signals his ambition for luxury and large-scale vision, expressed through intentional messaging and purpose-driven details.
Monetized Trolling
Known for challenging convention and leaning into what he calls “monetized trolling,” this page serves as Mocha’s less curated creative archive. His work began as a response to both positive and negative moments in his own life, using humor and self-awareness to connect with audiences and spark his interest in storytelling and personal branding. That same approach continues here, where lived experiences are reframed into ideas that fuel larger collections and narratives.
Urban Street Marketplace
Urban Street Marketplace is a fashion-tech startup in development, designed to connect niche and emerging streetwear brands with new and aspiring enthusiasts. The platform aims to spotlight underrepresented designers and help users discover unique products in the streetwear space. This concept was pitched at Loyola Marymount University’s Startup Weekend, where it placed 3rd out of 30+ ideas, and is currently being brought to life through product development and brand partnerships.
