beyond chic

What I would do to purchase this superbly chic cream colored military trench coat with round gold hardware button details. Thanks to Mr. Massimiliano Giornetti that has proven himself to the fashion house, Salvatore Ferragamo for Fall Winter 2011. He truly understands the Salvatore Ferragamo man and what he needs in his wardrobe for his daily needs. I just love the color, the simplicity of details, the cut and fit that makes it look beyond than a ordinary military trench coat. I would totally rock this entire look during men's fashion week in Milan with my best friend beside me. It's very rare to find a gorgeous looking cream colored trench since they are usually in a dark color but this one is definitely a winner for me.

all in one

I am so thrilled to see this gorgeous ecru alligator skin man clutch featured at the Gucci Menswear Fall Winter 2011 collection. I'm a huge huge fan when it comes to simple and architectural clutch bags especially in a exotic skin in a neutral tone. Very classic yet sophisticated without looking to feminine. I think every fashionable man out there needs at least one masculine clutch bag. It's easier to have your personal  essentials in your clutch bag than being bulky in your pant or jacket pockets. Hopefully more fashionable men like myself are willing to wear this out even to dinner. Thank you Frida Giannini!

vecchio al nuovo

I remember the Prada Spring Summer 2006 collection was about youth, playful, and charm. I love the idea of taking something simple and making it look even more modern than it is. This one number worn by Jessica Stam is a light pastel pink collar long sleeve wrap dress in a silky chiffon fabric with a yellow pleated chiffon detail on the side. I think it's one of those dresses that are vintage style but yet Miuccia taken it to a level that makes it look new and sexy without being to vulgar. Paired with black stockings up to knees and platform Mary Jane shoes for an innocent touch. Such a classic look to wear to the office or to host a tea party with close friends. Hopefully I can find a dress very similar to this that I can use for my Iconic photo shoot.

appel artistique

Sex and Candy is what this photograph comes to mind. AJ Abualrub has come such a long way in the modeling world. He has such a perfect physique. From his gorgeous piercing blue eyes, defined muscular body, and super even milky skin. I just adore this photograph of him licking the rainbow lollipop in this denim print boxer brief shorts. I believe the shorts is by John Galliano. The theme of this editorial shot is called: "Fiasco Sex Issue" by Lope Navo. I notice his style of photography is artful with a strong sex appeal. I think it's amazing to see sex appeal in a more modern way than the obvious. AJ is definitely a great candidate choice for a male prop cover for Vogue Italia.

Shorter the better

I just can't get enough of the high thigh men's shorts. They are the new way to wear shorts. And lets face it, men's shorts are suppose to be short as the word means short. There is nothing feminine or wrong showing off a man's legs. I find it fabulous to wear shorts like this at the Ermanno Scervino Spring Summer 2011 show worn by Evandro Soldati. The great thing about these shorts is that they are folded even more for a more detail and modern way to wear them. I love the fact they are paired up with a white half button loose cotton shirt and leopard print slip on loafers. Such an ease look to wear at a boat party or a stroll walk during a hot summer weather in Soho NY.

Pre-Summer Look!

It's hard to come up with a theme for my Iconic photo shoots that I've been doing for over a year already. But as I look back in the past of fashion, there are so many ideas that I just get a fashion orgasm out of. This one number in particular of Liya Kebede wearing a high waisted swim suit bottom with a halter bikini top in a cream color accessorized with a white fringe belt, fringe bow tie, and most important a collarless black tweed jacket  with mini pearl drapery detailing around the pockets and outline. This definitely gives a original style and feel that Karl Lagerfeld never disappoints us. A subtle sexy way to look inviting without giving it all. And Yes, I would wear this on a cruise ship or south of France during spring time.

cirage noir et blanc

Liquid Vinyl is what comes to mind when I see shiny leather material shown at the Prada Fall Winter 2010 collection. Miuccia is definitely bringing back the 60's style with her own modern twist. I am so feeling the 60's making a huge comeback of this new year 2011. I love how she took the basic elements of double breasted coats, strong shoulder, big collars, and sharp hem lines that make a great skirt and coat dress. The only thing is that why men and women now a days dress more put together like it was during the 1960's. I truly think the 60's is becoming one of my style and new aesthetic.

paper style

I believe for a fashionable guy like myself needs a variety of coats especially Trench Coats in particular. There is a huge selections of Trench Coats but I like one that is structured, comfortable, and chic. This stunning light slate grayish tone by Z Zegna at the Spring Summer 2009 show worn by Kevin Flamme is a to die for. I adore the texture of the fabric, it reminds me of a paper touch when it folds. A perfect trench coat to wear in the big city of New York whether your working or shopping. I personally this trench with the same trouser pants and white oxford shoes. A classic true look to menswear.

Pop Colour

I honestly did not know who Sophie Dahl was until I did a little research about her and as soon as I saw her on the cover of Vogue Italia Feb. 2000, she went straight on top of my list. I adore her bug round eyes and curvaceous body. She is a true women that speak to all other woman all around. She is absolutely stunning in this cover shot by Steven Meisel. She is wearing an Anna Mollinari yellow  halter dress with sequin detailing. The makeup is a pop of colour with shades of aqua, yellow, and a big red lip. Such a classic but yet modernize of what fashion has taken it's toll of today.

Swinging Sixities

Sweet and Charming is what the 60's are all about. I think they are making a come back of this new decade with a little 90's twist. I'm memorized by the beauty and signature styles. Penelope Tree Black line penciled eyes, lifted volume crowns, & wool over coats with high collars. I love the fact that sexy wasn't obvious at all. It was all hidden but yet still appealing to men. Heather Marks shown here at the Alberta Ferretti Fall Winter 2005. I find it so appealing and seductive compared to now a days. I love the lifted crown volume in the hair w/ the half slick back and black headband that definitely gives you a feel of the 60's. Another idea look that I might want to portray for my upcoming Iconic photo shoots.

Evolving Era

My opening of this New Year 2011 is one of my favorite male models, Tom Warren. He is just an undeniable man that embodies what every gay man wants of a half. I came upon this photograph from his Comp Card from his Milan agency Why Not Models. I just find it so crazy one minute he's a young lad and now he has become this gorgeous grown man . He come across as a very shy guy but as he talks more he's a very warmhearted and genuine person. What I like about him is that he stated, "I don't have any idols, I just live my life and be myself than someone else." And I really admire him for being a very true person. I definitely would love to see him featured with Isabeli Fontana or Jacquelyn Jablonski for Italian Vogue.