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20
May
JENERO DeRIO :: Etiquette Expert
All place settings are created equal. Observe, assimilate and put into play. Buenesimo!
19
May
Indeed, Do not act like a gentleman only when trying to impress somebody. It’s a lifestyle plain and simple.. Voila!
15
May
JARED REEDER :: Aesthetics Expert
Quite possibly the most exclusive, elegant and powerful four-door automobile ever built, introducing the Bugatti Galibier. Its name is a historical reference to the Bugatti Type 57 Galibier and the tradition of alpine mountain passes, Col du Galibier. Pictured below, you’ll notice the two part hood opening and multi-functional removable watch. One of the Galibier’s most striking features is undoubtedly its two-tone paint job, which is comprised of both polished aluminum for the doors and front fenders and a unique dark blue carbon fiber weave that shines through when illuminated. Only 50 Galibiers will be produced annually. Price you ask, well over a cool 1 million euros. Glory!
11
May
Summer Essentials
08
May
JARED REEDER :: Aesthetic Expert
Punk-Rock Architecture?—Studded, Spiked Buildings In Honor Of The Met Costume Institute
Studded leather jackets and spiked colors are back, thanks to the Metropolitan Museum’s highly publicized “Punk: Chaos to Couture” show, which opens tomorrow in New York City. And while we know that punk constitutes much more than just stapling some metal accouterments onto your shirt and calling it a day, well, we were so inspired by the exhibition’s spinous fashions that we decided to their architectural equivalents. So cue up some Sex Pistols and click through to see some seriously spiky, badass buildings!
GLORY!
06
May
If you take the time to monogram something you want to get it right!
A common faux pas today is that some weddings use a monogram of the engaged couple’s initials. Yet, etiquette rules dictate not to use joint initials until you are officially married, after the ceremony. So save yourself from using a marriage monogram until the honeymoon and thereafter.
Here are some simple tips to keep you in the know and looking dapper!
JENERO DeRIO :: Etiquette Expert
Going that extra mile to personalize a gift will make the recipient fill extra special. Now you have know-how. Buenisimo!
04
May
Unsure on what to wear to the Kentucky Derby this weekend? Here are a few helpful suggestions from ‘The Art of Manliness” on proper men attire for this exciting event. Voila!
01
May
29
Apr
JENERO DeRIO :: Etiquette Expert
The better we are with symbolisms, the better we’re understood. Sign language at the table is a language worth the know. Buenisimo!
28
Apr
JARED REEDER :: Aesthetics Expert
One look at Robert Redford as Jay Gatsby in the 1974 classic The Great Gatsby is enough to know this film is serious about style. Heralded at the time for its elaborate depiction of jazz-age elegance, the film’s detailed wardrobe garnered both an Academy Award and paved the way for a new interest in luxury American style. Ralph Lauren styled all the men in the original movie. His styling brought nostalgic sensibilities to the forefront, creating captivating looks that were relevant to the period, as well as the modern man. Redford appeared as Gatsby on the cover of GQ(pictured), and Lauren began his fast track to fame. This annoyed then-legendary costume designer, Theoni V. Aldredge, to the point that she had Lauren’s name removed from the credits. Aldredge received an Academy Award for her costume designs that year, however, it is Ralph Lauren’s distinct take on 1920’s menswear that is still the highlight of Gatsby. I can’t wait to see the fashion in the remake. Glory!
27
Apr
It’s been a while since there was a song on here. This sounds like something that would be playing at a demon-run massage parlour.
CARLOS YORK. :: Music Expert
There has been some controversy of the remake of Amy Winehouse’s notable song ” Back to Black” which features Andre 3000 and Beyonce. I have my opinion my about the record, but what’s yours? Tell us how you feel about this “new” version of an old classic. One!
Most of you know this already..A refresher can’t hurt! Voila!!
CARLOS YORK :: Music Expert
Just as in music, the seasons change to create a sense of balance. In some cases, Hip Hop has embraced the idea of the well suited man. For those of you gentlemen whom have embraced such a change, here are some ideas for you to play with to enhance your wardrobe for the changes in seasons. One!
When all’s said and done, all roads lead to the same end. So it’s not so much which road you take, as how you take it - Charles De Lint
26
Apr
CHRIS WATKINS :: Food Expert
In light of the change of seasons, many of you will frequent the outdoors, and in doing so, grilling will most likely take place this Spring/Summer. One of the mistakes that many of us tend to make in our quest to entertain our guest with our grilling skills, is grilling the perfect steak. This candid, yet do-it-yourself video will showcase the proper techniques in making sure that not only will the company you invite over are thoroughly impressed and fed properly, but that you know the ways in which to protect your investment when it comes to grilling steaks. Happy grilling!
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