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Brunello Cucinelli Leather-Canvas Messenger Bag – A Message from the Messenger

Brunello Cucinelli is one hell of a man. Brunello has managed to redefine the modern male wardrobe when it comes to luxury, and he has always used the finest of everything; his bags are no exception. Recently, I was asked by a friend to name a designer who makes a fantastic messenger bag, and after … Continue reading “Brunello Cucinelli Leather-Canvas Messenger Bag – A Message from the Messenger”

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Top 5 Gifts for Men on Valentine’s Day: Soothe His Heart Away

So Valentine’s Day is on the horizon like a shark in the water, and you don’t know what to get an important guy in your life. Well, I’ve got news for you: he wants to be pampered! While we may not admit it, guys like to feel and look good too! So here’s a go-to … Continue reading “Top 5 Gifts for Men on Valentine’s Day: Soothe His Heart Away”

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Paris Mens Fashion Week: Days 3 & 4 (Au Revoir, Mon Petit Ami)

So for my final piece on the third and fourth full days of Paris Fashion Week for men, I figured I’d take a stab at stronger collections. Overall, it was a great season, with a lot of hits, a few poorly-aimed misses, and a need for even more outerwear (not at these shows, but in … Continue reading “Paris Mens Fashion Week: Days 3 & 4 (Au Revoir, Mon Petit Ami)”

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Paris Mens Fashion Week: Day 2 (From Beautiful Balmain to Grizzly Givenchy)

Today, Paris played hostess with the mostess to several shows. Some were amazing and incredibly sexy.  Others were eccentric or rather unremarkable. So if you read this blog, or any of its siblings, you’ll know one thing: we love our Balmain. It’s true. We love it, and lets face it, it is snobby. It’s pricy, … Continue reading “Paris Mens Fashion Week: Day 2 (From Beautiful Balmain to Grizzly Givenchy)”

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Paris Mens Fashion Week: Day 1 (A Little Beauty and a Lot of Beast)

So Paris started with a bang, causing my credit card to self-destruct. After seeing what it has to offer, I’m falling hopelessly and deeply in love with several brands, and calling my divorce attorney for others. Let’s commence avec Lacroix. The collection was all-in-all nice, and had a luxe feel to it, not to mention, … Continue reading “Paris Mens Fashion Week: Day 1 (A Little Beauty and a Lot of Beast)”

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Bottega Quattro Flash Mob: Catwalk on the Crosswalk

BOTTEGA QUATTRO _ FIRENZE _ PITTI IMMAGINE UOMO 2012 from the video design company on Vimeo. With highlights of Italian fashion including Pitti Uomo (a personal favorite, with all those gorgeous Gosling-esque men dressed to the nines!), Florence is clearly undergoing a fabulous and fashionable (second) Renaissance. A cool example was the surprise fashion show … Continue reading “Bottega Quattro Flash Mob: Catwalk on the Crosswalk”

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