SUMMER CHIC 09!

Summer 09 is all about bold colors and startling combinations, but don’t be afraid. Wear those bright colors with white jeans, a cute pair of denim cut-offs (girls only, men should never wear a denim short) or a pair of khakis which balances the bright. Think color balanced by a neutral. Accessories? Think green. And when I say green I mean eco-friendly; canvas slip-ons for boys and wood bangles or maybe a gorgeous cork clutch for girls. Yes, I said cork.

Here are my hand picked selections for cool cats and hot chicks to look sweltering this summer. First up the men:

Michael Kors/Dsquared² - A wave of Americana hit the Spring 09 runways. It’s all about bright colors, prints and cropped trousers. It’s the classicism of the Kennedys with a Miami meets Palm Beach punch. No one did it better than Michael Kors (note brights balanced by neutral accessories) and suprisingly the Italian twins at Dsquared².

John Varvatos - John is one of America’s great menswear designers. His clothes are classic with a hip music inspired edge. For spring/summer 09 he has launched limited edition sunglasses available at all John Varvatos boutiques. The glasses were designed to celebrate the opening of the John Varvatos store on the hallowed grounds of the fabled CBGB club in NY. They’ll add a lil rocker style to your summer look.

PF Flyers - Yes, I said it, PF Flyers. They have been around since the 30s and have been hip ever since. Did you know that BF Goodrich (the tire company) patented the insole used inside PF Flyers? That makes them comfy and cute. This season the colors are right on. If you are a brave boy, the tennis shoes come in pink, turquoise, red and even lime green! A splash of color is perfect with jeans! My personal fave that I’ll be wearing all summer is the ‘Bob Cousy’ in natural. It’s the perfect, easy neutral shoe to wear with everything.

And now more than a little something for the ladies:

Laundry by Shelli Segal - California based Laundry is so of the moment for Spring/Summer 09. These are the perfect lil dresses to toss on for a big night out, an afternoon shopping (on Rodeo Drive) or over your swimsuit (if you happen to be sunning on the isle of Capri). The dresses are a riot of color, have ethnic flavor and that huge WOW factor. I love the the Border Print Shift Dress in orange peel. Chic.

Paul & Joe Sister - Paul & Joe has been a label to covet since the mid 90s. They do menswear, womenswear and even kids. My fave piece of clothing right now is the ‘Kiwi’ Combishort in red silk. I call it a romper. Whatever you call it, it’s cool. Very downtown NY girl meets 70s YSL. This isn’t for the faint of heart. It’s funny, young, sexy and ironic. Who wouldn’t want to be described like that?

Cameron Hawaii - I get excited when I see something new and cute. My heart races. I immediately think ‘how do I incorporate this into my life?’ Cameron Hawaii is a surf inspired fashion line that takes casual beach chic and makes it modern, hip and so fresh. The Flower Pedal shorts are mens board short inspired. Wear them with a cute, solid bikini top and it’s the most adorable look on the beach. The ‘Wayfarer Kimono’ top and ‘Hello Sunshine’ board shorts are summer perfection. Love the sunglasses & sleeve on the tee and love the print detailing and tie on the shorts.

ViX - This is the swimwear line of the moment. Period. Sophisticated is the word that describes ViX. ViX is luxe with a touch of boho chic. Maybe it was designer Paula Hermann’s childhood growing up in Brazil that helps her cut the perfect suit? We can’t deny that the Brazilians know their swimwear. Or maybe it was spending time on the beaches of San Diego where Paula came to learn English? Whatever the influence this world traveler makes sensationally sexy swimwear. The ‘Embroidered Ruffle’ tunic is the greatest swimsuit cover-up ever but so wearable off the beach too.

Ananas Collection - Can you be eco-friendly and chic? Is it possible to be green and hip? Well if you grab one of these gorgeous timeless yet so of the moment bags by Ananas you can. After living in Tokyo, designer Jennifer Baum Lagdameo found herself in the Philippines and inspired by the local techniques and materials. Now back in NY she’s melded her global influences into a smart line of handbags and accessories. The Cork ‘Coco’ clutch is fantastic and a bag to keep forever. The ‘Market Basket’ bag makes the perfect beach tote but looks equally hot working the urban jungle. And in a truly green touch for each bag sold, ten trees are planted in deforested areas of the Philippines through “Trees for the Future”. That is green done right.

It’s all here: cute, hip and some surprisingly inexpensive goodies to look super hot this season. Happy shopping. Happy summer. M*

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OBSESSED WITH FACEBOOK.

I have become obsessed with Facebook. It peaked yesterday/this morning when I realized I did not leave the house and was not away from my laptop for more than 20 minutes (the time it took to brush, shower, open the door and retrieve the mail). The vast majority of my day was spent in bed on Facebook. And Twitter. Yes, I admit it. It’s sad. There is a whole world outside my door. I had things to do; look for a job, go to the post office, return clothes to a PR company borrowed for a shoot. Hell, I could even have done laundry. Instead I spent my day on Facebook doing PICK YOUR 5 surveys, playing Scrabble and Word Twist, denying friend requests via a form email and responding to my friends status reports on Twitter. See example below:

BEST MUSIC VIDEOS -
1. Freedom - George Michael. Cast the supermodels & then sit that one out. Good on you George. Naomi, Christy, Linda & Cindy when they were the biggest things in the world. What the hell was Tatjana Patiz doing there?
2. Bad Girl - Madonna. When I saw this mini movie I decided to start smoking, drinking and picking up strange men in bars. At the end she’s strangled by her own pantyhose. And Christopher Walken is God. Or is he the devil?
3. Jeremy - Pearl Jam. In grammar and high school I wanted to blow the heads off several people too.
4. The Scientist - Coldplay. Hauntingly beautiful. The video and Chris Martin. And shooting in reverse was genius.
5. Got ’til It’s Gone - Janet Jackson. Give me beautiful Black people any day of the week. Alek Wek looking amazing. The styling and videography. The little boy crying. Every time you watch it there is something else stunning. Mark Romanek is a genius.

Honorable Mentions: On & On - Erykah Badu, Here It Goes Again - OK Go, Thriller - Michael Jackson.

Marcellas picked Faith, Bad Girl/Erotica (Remixes), Jeremy, A Rush of Blood to the Head and Got Til It’s Gone. What are yours?

Obviously, I don’t have a man.

I mean at one point this evening I looked over and realized I hadn’t fed my pet goldfish (really a beta) Marcellas, or myself. Then I made the conscious decision not to go out and pick up dinner but to have soup because it only took 3 minutes in the microwave and I could scan my WHO I’M FOLLOWING LIST on Twitter whilst the soup warmed.

It’s a lil pathetic. I suppose it could be worse. I could be addicted to porn instead of SOCIAL MEDIA. Hell Facebook & Twitter are a lot safer than picking up men in bars or on-line. And I gotta tell you a well thought out, nicely edited TOP 5 or a status report that gets multiple friend responses can be more rewarding than sex.

FAVORTIE BLAXPLOITATION MOVIES - These are the movies that I grew up on. It was all about Pam Grier, Tamara Dobson, an afro, bell bottoms and a gun. ‘Foxy you a whole lotta woman.’ “Freeze sucka! You under arrest!’

Marcellas picked Cleopatra Jones and the Casino of Gold [Region 2], Blacula, Foxy Brown, Coffy and Shaft. What are yours?

Clearly I need to get out more. I’ve become the guy who won’t leave the house unless he’s being paid. Much like Linda, Naomi and Christy back in the day. Except let me assure you, no one is paying me $10,000 to get out of bed. I’m getting considerably less to play extra later today on Young & the Restless.

So if you truly would like to keep up with me I suggest you add me on Facebook or follow me on Twitter. But be warned , both are highly addictive.

FIVE FAVORITE CARTOONS - What would Saturday morning or after school have been without these? ‘Neat beat a groovy song you’re invited come along.’ I’ll always love Captain Caveman & Josie and The Pussycats because the Black girls were the smart ones. And you know Race was banging the good doctor…

Marcellas picked Josie and the Pussycats, Jonny Quest, Scooby-Doo, Where Are You?, Captain Caveman and the Teen Angels and Woody Woodpecker. What are yours?

M*

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TIME TO SPRING CLEAN? IT STARTS WITH THE CLOSET.

Spring has sprung. Okay maybe I’m a bit early but I’m ready for it. It’s a time for rebirth. A fresh start. Renewal. There’s a feeling on a global level of change in the air. Maybe it is the new President? Or just Michelle on the cover of Vogue. Whatever it is, it’s time to make space for the new. Time to open yourself up and clean out the old ways of thinking, doing, being. And it starts at home.

This is what I do with all my personal shopping clients: We talk about their lives. What they do for a living and what they do for fun. We talk about their needs. Then we go to their closets. I pull out every article, every stitch of clothing, shoes, and accessories. Then we clean the closet from top to bottom. You can’t work well in a dirty space. I believe in matching hangers. Your closet is a shrine. The clothes inside it create a first and sometimes lasting impression that impacts the way that you live in this world.

Once the closet is cleaned and primed we look at each and every garment. The clothing is separated into 3 main categories: work, weekend/casual and evening/dressy. This is important. You don’t want to have to search through evening gowns to find that black skirt you are wearing to work in 15 minutes! Outerwear and boots are never included with normal clothes. They take up lots of space and demand their own closet. Once we’ve separated the closet into the 3 categories, we then separate the clothes into their season with the current season front and center.

Suits go in first with blazer hanging in front of trouser, not on same hanger, with lighter color and fabric suits progressing to darker heavier fabrics. Next blazers. Next trousers/skirts. Next shirts, solids to prints to stripes. Sweaters are always folded, never hung. This helps sweaters keep their shape. Try to keep sweaters out of direct light to avoid fold lines and bleaching. Next goes casual clothes which includes anything you wouldn’t wear to work (but not gym clothes)! Jackets/blazers first. Then casual shirts and tees, again light to dark. Next casual pants and jeans (yes I hang my denim).

Everything should be hung facing you as you enter the closet. It’s all about ease. You shouldn’t have to search through your closet for what to wear.

Now here are tips to make your wardrobe Spring and user friendly:
1) Use Rit Dye Liquid in black to re-dye your blacks. Many shirts lose their color after repeated laundering or dry cleaning. Redying is a great way to prolong the life of shirts!

2) Take things that need to be tailored immediately to the tailor or get rid of them. Why take up space for new with old? If you are waiting for something to come back in style, it’s not going to. If you are gonna lose that extra 5 lbs to wear that old pair of pants, let them go! Pleats are so over any way!

3) Take all your shoes to the shoe repair and have them polished and resoled if needed. Nothing makes an outfit look frumpy or low end more than a pair of beat up shoes!  Also be sure to buy cedar shoe trees and insert them. They draw out moisture and help the shoes keep their shape.

Voila! The secrets to a well organized closet and a simple step towards an easy, breezy, beautiful Spring Clean! Good luck!

M*

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MY FUNNY VALENTINE: CHIC VALENTINES GIFTS.

It approaches. The DAY. Valentine’s Day is actually named after two early Christian martyrs named Valentine. It’s celebration dates as far back as the middle ages. The tradition of sending cards and gifts spread to the states in 1847 when a woman in Massachusetts launched the first pre-printed valentine cards. Up to that point the notes were handwritten. The Greeting Card Association estimates nearly 1 billion valentines are sent each year. That’s a lot of declarations of love.

Now you can do something normal for your lover like go to the Long’s on the corner and buy a pre-printed, mass-produced card and whatever teddy bear Gund is shoving down your throat or you be imaginative. Think out of the box. Do something extraordinary for the one you adore. I suggest you do what I’m doing for my men (yeah I said men). I’m going to pair a romantic lyric from a song with a gift. Then I burn a CD tailor made for that lover.
Here’s 5 of the most romantic songs ever with a gift tailored to each. Without further flourish, here are my suggestion for a happy Valentine’s Day:

For the faraway lover: Call Me - Aretha FranklinAretha Franklin says she was inspired to write this song upon seeing 2 lovers saying goodbye at the airport.

My dearest, my dearest of all darling
I know, I know, I know, I know we’ve got to part
It really doesn’t hurt me that bad yeah
Because you’re takin’ me with you
And I’m keepin’ you right here in my heart

Armand Diradourian Travel Pillow - It comes in a variety of colors, is 100% cashmere, comes with an eyemask and both are lined in silk. No one wants to use the blanket and pillow given on the plane. This is a super luxe, super chic alternative. And as your love’s neck and cheek nuzzles the soft cashmere and is engulfed in it’s warmth they can’t help but think of being in your arms.

To seduce:
Me & U - Cassie
It’s the night and you are gonna get it on. It’s just the 2 of you. Set the scene.

You’ve been waiting so long
I’m here to answer your call
I know that I shouldn’t have had you waiting at all
I’ve been so busy, but I’ve been thinking about what I wanna do with you

Dom Perignon Champagne & Godiva Truffles - What could possibly be sexier? Dim the lights, take out a chilled bottle of champagne and feed your love the most decadent truffles on Earth. The way the truffles compliment the champagne is culinary magic. When two greats get together magic is made. Wine.com ships a vintage bottle of Dom and an 18 piece Godiva signature truffle box to you. At $199 it’s an elegant steal.

The introduction:
Crush - Jennifer Paige
Sometimes you have to introduce yourself. Valentine’s Day is the perfect day to tell that guy you’re eying, it’s so on.

See ya blowin’ me a kiss
It doesn’t take a scientist
To understand what’s going on baby
If you see something in my eye
Let’s not over analyze
Don’t go too deep with it baby

Navy Bamboo Rings Flat Card by Boatman Geller - Everyone should have monogrammed note cards. They reek of class and sophistication. They are also practical. Use them as a Thank You card, calling card or just to send a friend a hello. In this case use it as a valentine’s card. Find a romantic quote or song lyric and ask your object of desire “Will you be mine?” 50 for $96 at Lemontreepaperie.com.

Charlie Brown Valentine Be Mine Stationary - Be a big kid. No cartoon character is more romantic (or so gay) than Charlie Brown. Yeah he “pined” away for the the Little Red Haired Girl but you know he grew up and moved to NY with Schroder. Schroder plays for the NY Philharmonic and Chuck (as he goes by now) is a DM for Abercrombie & Fitch. Tell your crush you dig ‘em with this adorable printable stationary. It’s free at i-love-cartoons.com . Don’t say I never gave you anything!

The Way I Am - Ingrid Michaelson
This is such a cute funny lil love song.

If you are chilly, here take my sweater.
Your head is aching, I’ll make it better.
Cuz I love the way you call me baby.
And you take me the way I am.
I’d buy you Rogaine when you start losing all your hair.
Sew on patches to all you tear.
Cuz I love you more than I could ever promise.

Kent Dualdrive Tandem - It seems silly but this is adorable. Yes it’s made for two but this bike looks modern and ultra-cool. It’s packed with features, including a low step-over frame for easy mounting and dismounting, a 21-speed Shimano drive train and alloy wheels. If you think the bicycle made for two is too kitschy/hokey then try matching cruisers. Schwinn makes several at a wide range of prices. You can find the Kent Tandem on-line for under $300.

At Last - Beyonce
When you found the one nothing is more romantic that a Valentine’s Day marriage proposal.

At last my love has come along
My lonely days are over
And life is like a song

Ohh yeah yeah
At last the skies above are blue
My heart was wrapped up in clover
The night I looked at you.

Garrard Half Eternity Band & 3 Stone Diamond & Platinum Ring - Established in 1735 Garrard is the oldest jewelery house in the world. It is home to the Crown Jeweler. If you want to make a statement go seriously old-school. Forget Tiffany’s. Harry Winston? Eh… That’s for Hollywood trash. I want to start a new trend; huge diamonds on men. And that Half Eternity Band? That’s 5.19 carats.
Price available upon request.

Don’t worry readers I’m not buying anyone a ring. I’m still playing the field. Still desperately searching for the one. But when I find him I’m ready! I know what boys want. And for Valentine’s Day boys (and girls) want a quirky, fun, thoughtful gift. If you wanna be my valentine, drop me a note at marcellas@marcellasreynolds.com . Happy Valentine’s Day!

M*

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STYLE ‘09: CLASSIC WITH A MOD TWIST…

It’s 2009. A new year is upon us. It’s time to blissfully say goodbye to the past and herald a glorious new future. Here are a few of the things to crave in ‘09. It’s always about now, new, next and here are the must haves!

Designers To Watch:
The Elder Statesman. Designed by super-cute Greg Chait, yeah him, the one that was dating Mary-Kate, this is a collection of hand-spun 100% cashmere hats, hoodies, and sweaters and to-die-for cashmere blankets. My personal fave is the Baja Pullover Sweater which is total California cool. This kid with no design experience to speak of is becoming a fashion darling. Mens Vogue and Details have already profiled him.

Shipley & Halmos. Sam Shipley and Jeff Halmos give you East Coast preppy with an ironic twist. The clothes are all about cloth and cut and the aesthetic is a bit prepster, a lil nerdy and very quirky. Think nerd-geek boy chic. Which leads us to the Jacket of The Moment which is the Shipley & Halmos Milton Jacket. Bomber jackets look amazingly fresh right now. For fall/winter layer them with cashmere sweaters and scarves. For spring wear the same jacket with a tank or vintage tee underneath and a pair of grey jeans.

The Pant of The Moment:
www.bonobos.com. Yeah I said it; Bonobos. It’s a cheesy on-line website that only sales pants. It pops up on my Facebook and now they are taking out ads in Details and GQ. I went, I surfed, I liked, I bought. Check out the Destros cut in “insanely opulent black herringbone cashmere.” The site is cheesy. The names of the pants are cheesy. But these pants make your ass look rockin! I’ve got 3 pairs already.

The Shoe of The Moment:
Jil Sander. Raf Simons is the current designer of the iconic brand. Normally I hate when a designer loses the rights to their own name but Raf has continued to push Jil’s singular pure & precise, minimalist vision. The star of the Spring/Summer collection though wasn’t the clothes but was the shoes. A tweak on classic themes like wing-tips and brogues. The misstep however was the heavy soled shoes. I guess on a shorter guy they could be good. On a guy with a big foot? Think Herman Munster.

The Watch of The Moment:
For Her: The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner. There is nothing sexier on a woman than a mans watch like say Sharon Stone. Forget the tiny lil jewel encrusted numbers, think big and expensive. And with Rolex it’s strangely practical as Rolex is one of the few watches that holds it’s value and even increases.

For Him: Nixon Ceramic Player Watch. It’s white and cool. It feels retro and super modern all at the same time. Okay so $1,400 is a lot for a super trendy watch but hey it’s cute as hell. If the white is too girly try the black.

The Bag of The Moment:
Banana Republic Pebbled Leather Tote. Guys have stuff and you need a place to put it and a cool way to carry it. Put away that gym bag and for Christ sakes burn that duffel bag. This bag is so chic and cool it can take you from the gym to work, work to weekend and back again. It’s cheap too… 100% leather and sporting a 100% cotton canvas lining with brass hardware at $230.00 it’s a virtual steal.

So that dear readers should take you stylishly into 2009. With the economy in free-fall but a new President taking us into a new day it seems designers are giving the customer options that are at once classic yet hip and very cool. It’s a great, great season for shopping and picking up things you’ll want to wear over and over and over… Happy 2009!

M*

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WHY DON’T YOU…?

I stumbled across this article I wrote for HotInHollywood from Jan. O8. I loved it and I’m going to re-post it here and start it as a monthly post.

It’s the 140th anniversary of one of my favorite magazines, Harper’s Bazaar. One of the most influential editors in fashion history was Diana Vreeland. Ms. Vreeland joined Bazaar in 1936 and eventually became Fashion Editor. The word legend is tossed around pretty liberally these days. To those in the know when you speak of a fashionable life, someone who lived the dream, Ms. Vreeland’s name must be uttered.

For 26 years Diana Vreeland helped shape Bazaar. She left the magazine in 1962. And where does a glamorous girl go after Bazaar? Vogue.

One of her most popular columns @ Harper’s Bazaar was “Why Don’t You…?” where she proposed outlandish, outrageous things to make everyday life just a little more glam. In honor of one of my fave fashion icons here is my own WHY DON’T YOU…?

1) Take a knitting class. Sweaters and knitwear for both men and women continue to be a major trend for  fall/winter 2008/2009. I knit one pearl two at the Knitter’s Studio in LA… Cute and calming.

2) Go to a holistic spa and have a colonic. I suggest We Care Spa or Two Bunch Palms in Desert Springs, Ca. Try the Crystal sonic Treatment @ Two bunch. If it’s good enough for Gisele and Leo…

3) Buy a 1st edition. Everyone has a favorite author. I have signed 1st editions by Naomi Campbell, Swan and Jacqueline Susann, Valley Of The Dolls. I also have a signed copy of Naomi’s CD, Baby Woman… Yep… I’m gay.

4) Have proper tea @ the Beverly Hills Hotel. So old-school glam. Think Hollywood history; Howard Hughes renting an entire floor, Elizabeth Taylor honeymooning, Clark Gable and Carole Lombard having a tryst. A real tea with finger sandwiches, tea and a glass (or 2) of champagne. The last time I was there so was Jennifer Garner…

5) See Murakami @ the Moca. Takashi Murakami, the artist who spawned a billion fakes with his collaboration with Marc Jacobs @ Louis Vuitton. Though I tired quickly of the purses, his work is whimsical and fun. You can’t see this exhibit without smiling. His work is charming. Kanye West is a huge Murakami fan… Buy a Murakami pillow from Gallery Brown and brighten any room.

It’s the little things that make life glam!

M*

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FACING THE HOLIDAYS… BEAUTIFULLY.

Winter is here (though it may not feel like it) and the holidays are upon us. It’s the most festive time of the year. But don’t forget you must look good to see the parents, meet the parents and for those big Christmas parties. Tis the season to laugh, party and look your best. Below are 6 of my favorite products to help you do just that.

Face:
Fresh Shaving Cream with Olive Extract. This is the perfect shave cream to prep even the most stubborn beard for obliteration! This creamy, non-greasy formula rinses away instantly without a trace of residue. Olive oil, sal seed butter and meadowfoam seed oil provide a nourishing barrier between skin and razor.

MenScience Daily Face Wash. This cleanser with glycolic and salicylic acids, aloe and allantoin, leaves your face super clean, soft and smooth and isn’t as drying as bar soap. It lightly exfoliates and tones. The packaging is cool, a bit clinical and very male.

Jack Black Face Buff Energizing Scrub. For smooth clear skin nothing works better than a scrub. Small scrubbing particles open clogged pores and sweep away deep-down oil, dirt and dead skin cells, while helping to prevent ingrown hairs. It smoothes your skin and invigorates with menthol and vitamin C.

Body:
Dr. Hauschka Blackthorn Body Wash. Fans of Dr. Hauschka swear he can beat back aging. His body wash invigorates with blackthorn and witch hazel which gently cleanses all skin types while essential oils of grapefruit and lemon combine for a refreshing scent, leaving you clean and energized.

Spa Binge Chocolate Whip Creme. This luxurious body lotion has Canadian willowherb extract which enhances moisture retention, echinacea leaf extract which is a natural antibacterial and burdock which is an excellent skin soother and helps balance the skin’s ph. It’s the perfect body lotion for cold weather and after a workout soothing!

And one really cool green product that naturally keeps you smelling good:
Organic Grooming by Herban Cowboy Dusk Deodorant. Finally a aluminum free, great smelling, all-natural deodorant that actually works. It’s vegan and contains no alcohol or artificial colors, and is even packaged in recycled plastic. It doesn’t get greener than this unless you go without and that’s just nasty.

You may notice that many of the products I listed contain natural ingredients. It takes a little work to find them but more and more companies are offering natural and green products! See you can look great and help save the environment. Happy holidays dear readers. Here to a joyous holiday season and a chic 2009!

M*

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MARCELLAS’ FIVE FAVORITE THINGS: F/W 2009 EDITION.

In my search for all things hip and new here are five of the things that are rocking my world right now. Five things that I can’t, repeat can not live without! They make me happy.

FOR YOUR MUG:

MenScience Daily Face Wash. This cleanser with glycolic and salicylic acids, aloe and allantoin, leaves your face super clean, soft and smooth and isn’t as drying as bar soap. It lightly exfoliates and tones. The packaging is cool, a bit clinical and very male. It doesn’t scream, “GIRL!” like something your mama (or fag hag) would use by Clinique or Lancome.

FOR YOUR ASS:

Custom made boxers by Birds. They are the best fitting, most comfortable boxers ever made. Every detail of design, cut, fit and fabric is perfect. Birds Boxers are hand sewn and made of a two-ply, 160 thread-count Sea Island cotton, which is arguably the most luxurious cotton available. They have mother of pearl buttons and a single-needle stitch sewing technique. They are classic yet uber-modern and very chic.

Habitual is a super cool denim line that the truly hip in LA are wearing.  From Ashton Kutcher to Jessica Alba to Katie Holmes to Josh Duhamel, they are the anti True Relgion (passe) and Rock & Republic (too tricky). The jeans are hand sanded, triple washed and each pocket is sewn on by hand. Everyone needs a pair of dark denim jeans with no rips, minimal distressing or whiskering. That is so 2002.

And one more thing; men should never, ever, under any circumstance wear a skinny jean! Men in skinny jeans look like fat girls in denim leggings. Yep, you look like a bitch. And a fashion victim.

FOR OVER IT ALL:

A pea coat. A fall/winter classic staple, nothing is better than a pea coat.  Originally worn by sailors in blue, the term pea really refers to the original fabric. You can of course run out to your neighborhood military surplus store but every season designers do updated versions. This season I love the long pea coat from Unis New York. And of course the Michael Kors!

FOR FUN:

Novophone Retro Mobile Phone Handset. The Novophone is a genuine, old-school handset rewired to be compatible with any mobile phone. It’s just so funny and cute. Perfect for walking around your house chatting and a great conversation starter on the street. I got it for my birthday a year ago and it was just the coolest gift ever.

So that’s my current fab five. The five things I’m loving above all else this moment! Check ‘em out, they rock!

M*

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