Skinny Ties

Gone are the days of bulky and huge ties that once proliferated the office place and streets. The du jour thing is skinny ties. I've got great ties that cost me a lot of money during my university days but as things began to change and the fashion cycle continued rotating back to 70's era skinny/slim ties,they became obsolete. I've given most of them away but i still have one or two that have an additional sentimental value. I see a lot of young dudes especially African American who after putting a whole lot of effort and flair into their outfit still get it wrong with the tie. Come on guys take those big chunky things out of your wardrobes to your basement and invest in two to three good skinny/slim ties.

Turn up the heat

Vollers Corset $222-$234

Alright guys come on.. we know its that time of the year when it gets cold, but that aint no reason for you to still be cold at night when you got a beautiful wife ,fiance or girlfriend beside you. If there's no action(u know what i mean) you best see a doctor and if the test results are positive you are probably not giving your spouse the right motivation.So i figured it'll be good to lend out some help to guys in this category. There's nothing as sexy as a man picking up his woman's lingerie. Come on guys ,its for your eyes only :o) first thing to buy would be corsets. They perform magic on a woman's body reducing her waist and bringing out her curves . This way she'll feel sexy and will want to play and guys being who we are and motivated by sight would get enough chutzpah to last the night.

Asos ruffle bra and pant (combined value) $50Second item is a set of red underwear. Red is an alluring color that sometimes depicts danger. The thrill about intimacy is only heightened when there's an element of danger innit?

Asos push up bra and suspender (combined value) $50Finally, you got to cop the cream of the crop the push up bra and suspender. Save costs during this finacial times by bringing the strip club home and an even added bonus is getting to know your spouse in a new sassy way. You could use your body as the pole and have her work her magic around you :o) how's that for some heat when its freezing outside.

Common Projects Hi-tops

These shoes are eye candy for me. Simple yet amazing, common projects have delivered some great footwear over the years but i never found anyone i fancied until i saw this. If you take a closer look at them you'd notice the difference in the vamps(upper part), the white one has lines running around the toes like wingtips while the black ones toe is clear. So they are not just a replica of each other. Available at www.revolveclothing.com

Year of The Gentleman Cont. : Benjamin Bixby 2009

Earlier this year, Andre 3000 launched the convincing clothing line, Benjamin Bixby. When I was first introduced to some of his pieces online, I immediately was blown away. The line stays true to the artists’ own style, which I think is very important. The vision is definitely apparent! Look for Benjamin Bixby in high end malls and boutiques…you won’t be sorry! And FYI, the fits are crazy!

And let's not talk about how I SO want to be the face of Benjamin Bixby.....CAN I LIVE?!

Model Watch: Up & Coming Jourdan Dunn

I also stumbled upon Jourdan Dunn while browsing V Magazine. Dunn is 18 years old and hails from London, England. She is captivating and has an elegant, subtle sexiness that is timeless…yet strikingly fresh and modern! Look out for Jourdan Dunn. I’m almost certain there’s more to come from this rising star!

The Future is NOW! Hair + Make-Up 2Day

As the futuristic, robotic look is ever-present, hair and make-up have taken a turn as well. With these looks and the right canvas, I definitely get what I need…but…they’re not for everyone. WATCH OUT NOW!

For make-up: great news for that Lady on the go! A smokey eye (no such thing as too much!) can go a long way. Add a little gloss to your lips or opt for a nude shade liner and/or stain...Darling, no one can deny your natural beauty with this look...get into THAT!

With hair do not be afraid of the bold statement a hump (whether profound or subtle) can make. You can pair this look with a curly mane or bone straight. Straight hair is really haute right now....that's your best option :-)

Fashion Watch: D&G Nod 2 Early 2000s + Other Hauteness

While inhaling the pages of the December 2008 issue of V Magazine—Beyonce Knowles covers—Dolce & Gabbana’s Spring 2009 ad caught my attention. It was quite nostalgic w its black and pink combinations.

Not sure how I feel about the possible rise of this trend again. Personally, I think its not flattering and should remain long forgotten…no shade to all who love this combination.

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On a positive note…I love the infusion of the androgynous look (w/a feminine twist) that has swamped the runways this fall/winter! And I’m loving the fact that this look is no longer limited to the select few that opt for fierce cropped hair cuts even more. Everyone is getting in…and two designers to look to for inspiration are Alexander McQueen and Jean- Paul Gaultier ---Gaultier is a savage—one of my all time favorites!

Jean-Paul Gaultier 2008

Alexander McQueen 2008

Bargain fall Jackets under $100

Sherpa Lined Jacket $40

Peacoat $60

Four Pocket Military Jacket $89.50

I've always maintained that style is not necessarily about the price of what you wear but how you wear it. In getting your sartorial look top notch its possible to spend a fraction of what you'll spend buying top end designer clothes. There are always available alternatives out there if you can only take the patience to look. These amazing jackets are all from old navy and in my opinion old navy has better clothes than both Banana republic and Gap its sister companies and for some reason they are the cheapest of the group :o) . Available online at oldnavy.com

Designer Watch: Loeffler Randall Simply Ruffles My Feathers

Ladies, I am excited that I've finally come across an inspirational designer who incorporates the edgy simplicity that I've been harping on! Randall does this brilliantly and is unapologetic with her playful feminine silhouettes. They ooze a sexiness that is so played down that you have no choice but to pay attention.

The most renowned sex symbols mastered the whole "looking-sexy-while-seemingly-not-trying-to" look! And Randall definitely has a lead in understanding that most welcome want to feel sexy while still looking comfortable and approachable! GET IN NOW!

Fashion Watch: Naomi EATS Vogue Russia Alive!

While Sasha Fierce is ever-present on the music scene promoting her newest project "I Am...Sasha Fierce" Naomi Campbell is still banging out the most illustrious prints in the game. And she is not exactly 20 years old. But she is body beautiful! Check out some (my favs) of her prints from the December 2008 of Vogue Russia below:

Black cat, kitty kat kat kat!...Halle who?

Forget "smiling with your eyes" I'm FIERCE with hair in my face!

Med Check: Woman Is Given New Windpipe

Doctors have given a woman in Barcelona a new windpipe with tissue engineered from her own stem cells in what experts have hailed as a "milestone in medicine."

Claudia Castillo, 30, suffered from tuberculosis for years.

The breakthrough allowed Claudia Castillo, 30, to receive a new section of trachea -- an airway essential for breathing -- without the risk that her body would reject the transplant.
Castillo was given the stem cell surgery, the controversial branch of medicine that some say could lead to human cloning, after suffering a severe lung collapse.
The condition, caused by long-term tuberculosis left Castillo, a Colombian now living in Barcelona, unable to carry out simple domestic duties or care for her two children.
The only conventional option was a major operation to remove her left lung, a risky procedure with a high mortality rate.

Read Entire Article at CNN

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This is a major move in science! I'll keep my comments to myself for all those people who were and still are opposed to stem cell research. This miraculous procedure would not have been possible without stem cell research. Think about it people...it may prove to be any of our last resort one day.

New Music: Seal Covers Cooke's Prophetic Change

I must admit I was jamming to Sam Cooke's "Change is Gonna Come" for a while during the whole election hype! It inspired a hope greater than anything else that was out there musically. Even though "My President is Black" had great intentions....and I can't lie it help in the hype after all was said and done and my man had secured the Presidency!

So, it was definitely great to know that someone was paying homage to such a celebrated classic. Of course, no male artist comes close (in my opinion) to the stylistic melodies of Sam Cooke...but Seal holds his own on this reckoning cover.

Take a listen here!