The Empire Journal

How to survive Amsterdam when you're building something

How to survive Amsterdam when you're building something

By Johnagy Akkrum Jun 17, 2026

Amsterdam doesn't wait. Competition everywhere, ambitious people on every corner, and nobody's holding back. So how do you make it here when you're starting from nothing?

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The L'EMPIRE community: stronger together

The L'EMPIRE community: stronger together

By Johnagy Akkrum Jun 17, 2026

The L'EMPIRE community is built around shared values. Discipline, ambition, and the commitment to build something that lasts. Here's what that means in practice.

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Amsterdam streetwear: the brands defining the city's style right now

Amsterdam streetwear: the brands defining the city's style right now

By Johnagy Akkrum Jun 15, 2026

Amsterdam has one of the most distinctive streetwear scenes in Europe — not because it's the loudest, but because it knows exactly what it's doing. Here's what's defining the city's...

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