The black leather bag with cool brass buckles was tired and worn. It had survived New York City and traveled the world. It migrated to Florida and for its 18th year of devoted service, new life was breathed into the accessory by a dreadlocked Rasta on the 600 Block. Whatever you imagine can be painted on whatever you want at 1 of 1 Customs, where Rasta Geary Taylor and Jesse “OneofOne” Kiebzak transform apparel, shoes, sunglasses and things into something uniquely yours. 659 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, 727-565-6024, 1of1customs.com.
This article appears in Sep 20-26, 2012.