Wednesday, November 17, 2010

"The Style Manual," GQ and Channing Tatum

Channing Tatum was all about stlye last night in L.A. as he hosted the special edition of GQ "The Style Manual" at Confederacy.

Channing Tatum and wife Jenna Dewan

For those who are unfmailiar with GQ magazine or flip through the magazine every now and then, the GQ style manual 2010 is exactly what it says it is: A guide to style.

Price: On average less than $20

Description: "GQ Style Manual. How To Be A Better Dressed Man: The Complete Head To Toe Guide. Many Articles for all Men to become better dressed, and stylish. A must have for all successful men, and men who would like to be successful!"--Amazon




Here are a few more pictures of other GQ guests and celebs that were in attendance at the celebration, all showing their version of style.


Creative Director Jim Moore, Actor John Cho and GQ Magazine Editor in Chief Jim Nelson


Actor Danny Masterson


Julian Morris

A little of the scenery at Confederacy...






Friday, November 12, 2010

Tommy Hilfiger Presents...

In New York, a Tommy Hilfiger event was held at the Drive In Studios, showcasing the Spring 2011 Tommy Collection.

Take a look at the new collection.









Thursday, October 28, 2010

"GQ Invites Gentlemen Out"

GQ magazine hosted its Gentlemen's Ball yesterday in New York at the Edison Ballroom. The event was a fundrasier for GQ's Gentlemen fund which is an initiative that "raises awareness for the issues that are essential to modern men."

The men GQ speaks of are the same actors, athletes, comedians, singers and more that we see on the television everyday.

The Members

 Jimmy Fallon, "The funny Guy"

What we know him for:
  • Saturday Night Live
  • Guest appearances in TV sitcoms
  • Late Night with Jimmy Fallon









What else he's doing:

            Supporter of The Natural Resources Defense Council- A effort "to safeguard the earth's
 people, places, animals and nautral systems which all life depends."


Nick Cannon "The Jack of All Trades"

What we know him for:
  • Actor
  • Comedian
  • DJ
  • Producer
  • Host and Executive Producer of MTV's "Wildin Out"
  • Chairman of Nickelodeon's TeenNick" network






What else he's doing:

Supporter of DoSomething.org a program that takes initiative to
take actions on issues of poverty, animal welfare, discrimination, education, environment and much more.


Ashton Kutcher

We we know him for:

TV Shows
That 70's Show
Former Producer and Host of Punk'd

Films
Guess Who
Dude Where's My Car
The Butterfly Effect
                                                                                     
What else he's doing:

Supporter of DonorsChoose.Org an online charity that allows teachers to post project requests on the site so that viewers can browse and choose which project to support with a donation. It can be somethin small like a classroom in need of pencils for a poetry unit or donations for violins for a school recital.

To learn more about The Gentlemen's Fund visit http://thegentlemensfund.com/charities/view/donors-choose

Friday, October 1, 2010

Jermaine's Guide to Fall Fashion

Fall is approaching us soon in Chicago. It's time to trade the linen suits for the tweed, the corduroy and the flannel. Pull out the patterned scarves, the camel boots and the double-breasted coats and enjoy the season with a great fall-inspired look.

Which fits you best?



 Blazer + Jeans=Business Casual
Great look during the fall for after-work attire events, 
dates or informal meetings.


 The Trendy Casual
Become comfortable in you colthes with an
combination of a knit sweater and matching blazer
and pants.


Accenting the Brown
This season higlight your dark suits with shades of brown.
Tan and chocolate will complement well this season.


Simplicity
You can never go wrong with a simple quarter length
coat this fall. It always pairs well with bussiness attire.



 Experiment with Textures
Try paring slacks with an texturized coat or sweater and even
a pair of gloves to complete this look.


 Capri or Pants?
Don't like shoving your pants into boots?
No problem. A capri like this one will save you the
trouble and hang pefectly over the top of your shoes.


 Brown: The Color of the Fall Season

 The Detailed Jacket
Try on different styles with your jackets and blazers
this season.


Equestrian Look
Pair knee-length boots with slacks and a blazer
for this sophisticated look.

The Velvet Comeback
This fall velvet blazers ans suits will
reappear in stores, but if you're not a huge fan simply
try using it as a trimming on a collar.


Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Calvin Klein's Pop-Up Shop in Chicago


Calvin Klein in partnership with Carson Pirie Scott and CS Magazine have created a Pop-Up shop celebrating the brands legacy and previewing their Fall 2010 offerings. The event will take place in newly transformed raw space in downtown Chicago and goes from Oct 1-8. This event will kick off with a private VIP event on September 30 hosted by Calvin Klein’s Global Creative Director Kevin Carrigan, here’s what Kevin had to say about the launch “Fall 2010 is all about strong, sexy, minimal, and refined looks influenced by movement and military details, I look forward to bringing the current trends to life at the pop-up shop, making them accessible and wearable for the Chicago consumer.”

A portion of proceeds from this shopping event will benefit The Lynn Sage Cancer Research Foundation to support National Breast Cancer Awareness month and Carson Pirie Scott’s on-going commitment to breast cancer research. If you spend $100 or more you’ll receive a special CK gift with purchase. The Calvin Klein shop will be located at 116 West Hubbard Street (between Clark and LaSalle) and will be open from 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. on Friday, October 1, 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 2 and 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. on Monday, October 4 through Friday, October 8.



Monday, September 27, 2010

Gant by Designer Michael Bastian

Take a look at Michael Bastian's Spring 2011 Collection, Gant from N.Y Fashion Week. It's a mixture of gentleman-like sophistication with a touch of an sporty look. It works well, what are your thoughts?






 


Monday, August 30, 2010

Highlights from Mercedes-Benz Fall 2010

New York Fashion Week begins again, showcasing what will be the next trends for men and women's fashion in 2011. Here's a look back at the scene from Fall 2010; world reknown designers, models, actors/actresses and more. Who will be at this year's Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, September 9-16?