29 September 2008

Queen Anne House: Blip Design

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27 September 2008

Japan Society

New York’s Japan Society will be holding an exhibition of sculptural bamboo art that will run between October 4th and January 11th.

From the Japan Society:

Over the past few years, Japanese bamboo artists have reached beyond the established boundaries of their craft. New Bamboo is the world’s first exhibition devoted exclusively to Japanese bamboo as a sculptural medium, featuring 23 innovators, old and young, who explore to the full the tension between traditional skill and new expressive opportunities. Ranging from ethereal, computer-designed filigrees, through dramatic wall pieces to angry-looking, dirt-encrusted tangles and anthropomorphic, sexually charged sculptures, the more than 90 works on display demonstrate awesome technique, meticulous attention to detail and extraordinary creativity.

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Eva Lounge Chair

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26 September 2008

Ferrari Motorcycle

Vintage and modern Ferrari projects Influence my design…
it’s a mix of what I find to be the best Ferrari lines with the
latest technology I could think of in terms of engine, gear
and driving management,

Preserving Ferrari lines and history, to create a normal
dimensions bike and to use Ferrari existing technology,
to take the ease of serve as a factor while thinking about
low profile and CG. but in any case to produce a practical
machine and not in any way a "star wars" future ride

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This is a V4 engine based on the Ferrari Enzo Block shape
the oil sump was moved forward as separated oil tank while
the engine lower case reshaped to a mono block gearbox
that support the swing arm radial movements, hydraulic
engine unit supply pressure for smart shock damping
system and clutch, the engine is both air - water cooled
the lower fins was taken from traditional Ferrari engines
and seamlessly blends with the bottom of fairing to form
a major heat exchange surface at the bottom of the bike

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Head Porter Crocodile Wallet

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Creative Recreation F/W 2008

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Phella: Sweatpants in the Club

This kid is going places. With a tenative release date of October 2008, Phella aka Famous Firm talent scout for the DMV area is dropping a mixtape, highlighting his lyrical genius. This isn't for the music consumer who wants to hear about bitches, hoes, rims, and drugs, Phella actually has something to say.

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Scarf Game Needs to be in Order

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25 September 2008

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Just came across this after finally watching Norbit and I had to post this.

Ladies: Trench Coats are Sexy

I always have this dream about someone coming to my place with this on and nothing else. Ladies, this is a MUST have in your arsenal. A trench coat goes great with your business suit, then you can also rock it out on the town and be classy.

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Bathroom Inspiration from Garduño Architects

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Notorious Trailer

Cribs Edition: Englehart Home in Melbourne, Australia

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24 September 2008

Rolex: Pro Hunter Edition

Check out the vivid appeal of it.... Customized Rolex courtesy of Pro Hunter.

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23 September 2008

Louis Vuitton Spring 2009 Menswear

Very classy. Not over the top, but it's Louis Vuitton. Overpriced and all about the image.

Alphabet Modular Sofa: Designed by Piero Lissoni

Denmark based furniture manufacturer Fritz Hansen has introduced the Alphabet modular sofa into their 2008 Autumn/Winter Collection.

The sofa, designed by Piero Lissoni, is inspired by toy Lego bricks, and consists of a series of ’soft building blocks’ enabling you to build and create your own sofa design. Piero Lissoni, an Italian architect and designer, describes the concept as something similar to that of the alphabet. “All the elements of the sofa are like letters and you are free to create your own words.” There are 4 modular elements to the sofa; the seat, backrest, armrest and cushions. The elements can be put together in an endless variety of combinations and angles and is available in leather or fabric upholstery.

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22 September 2008

Eye Candy: Christina Milian

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Myspace records? Just think she should give up singing.....

Dope Art: Graphic Designer Edition -WRAPGIANTS.COM-

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New Lamborghini . . . Details Coming Soon

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On October 1st, Lamborghini will be unveiling a new model at the Paris Motor Show. To build hype behind the launch, Lamborghini has released two teaser images of the its exotic, which the company claims is “not just a new Lamborghini. It’s a new world.” The most recently released image, pictured above, shows off a nationalistic fender vent and carbon fiber front splitter. Hint: look closely.

After the jump, you’ll see an aggressive central exhaust system matched with carbon fiber accents and subtle grillework. Industry speculation indicates that the new Lambo will be a front-engined four door, marking two new additions to the car maker’s traditionally two-door/middle-of-the-car-engined lineup.

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21 September 2008

Alexander McQueen

1. Cashmere Flannel Dress: $1,595
2. Elvie Python Tote: $5,380
3. Python Peep Toe Pumps: $1,335

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I would say "You can have whaaaaatteeeever you like," but I would be lying.....LOL. It is trickin if you got it, but this is a nice outfit.

Victory Edition: Minnesota Vikings

1. We won today, with a score of 20-10.
2. I repeat; We won today.
3. We need more victories.
4. Adrian Peterson.
5. I still have dreams of us winning the Superbowl.
6. Nasir and the Vikings against the World.

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Greedy Genius Cool Breeze: Purpo

Limited to 500 the newest version of the Greedy Genius Cool Breeze is the "Purpo." Highlighted by a purple patent accent, the upper is full nappa leather. Heel tab has a faux croc skin embossing. Purple accent also builds out the tongue and ankle padding.

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Soft Tracks Lounge Collection

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The Danish design duo of Sarah Müllertz and Stine Holscher from Superspace, created the Soft Tracks lounge collection for furniture manufacturer Sorø Møbler.

The lounge pieces challenge the user to manually create their own combinations, and appeal to people’s desire for play and creativity. The collection lends well to informal spaces such as office break rooms, meeting rooms, or reception areas. The pieces are produced in Denmark and are available in 4 different colors.

14 Series Lighting from Bocci

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20 September 2008

Thompson Hotel: Beverly Hills

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Tokyoflash: Weekend Dope Watch Edition

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Tokyoflash have just released the latest distinctive wrist watch in its ongoing quest to bring us some of the most novel digital watches out there – namely the Tokyoflash LCD/LED Negative watch. The Negative watch comes with a negative LCD display paired with multi colour LED based backlighting offering the end user a choice of seven selectable colors.

The Negative wrist watch can display the time either horizontally or vertically, depending on your tastes, and, should you really wish to draw attention to yourself, even comes with a multi color mode ‘sending all LED colors into a frenzy when the backlight is activated’.

Eric Elms x Aaron Rose x Beautiful Losers

10 days of sewing, painting and building can certainly garner the attention of many, especially when it’s a giant zipper stretching across the room. With some help from friends, Eric Elms produced this installation for Aaron Rose and Beautiful Losers at the Nike 255 Elizabeth space in Manhattan. With a flurry of color, over-sized props and brilliant ideas, the space certainly came to life.

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Nonnative Fall & Winter 08

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Providing daily essentials for the everyday man, nonnative gives us a look into some of their new releases for this fall/winter season. Working with Argentine brand El Resero, known for their superb custom work, nonnative adds a pair of finely crafted alpine boots to their arsenal. Within the drop, the Japanese label releases a multi layer border long sleeve and very well crafted herringbone wool duffel coat as well.

19 September 2008

DNA & Fingerprint Art

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Salvatore Ferragamo Weekender

Saks 5th Avenue: $1,300

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Foolish Parent Alert Vol #2

Contemporary Home: Brisbane, Australia

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Cole Hann Chicago Store

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Controversy or Truth? Diary of a Tired Black Man

This one is going to cause a TON of controversy, arguments, and a few brothas will be sleeping on the couch for commenting wrong on this topic, but I had to go into it. Questions: Is the black woman too demanding? Does she not bring enough to the table, but want the world? Is her baggage too damn much? Does the influence of her no-man having, horrible weaved homegirls cause drama in your house? Are you tired of her finger-snapping, neck rolling attitude? If so, there is a movie coming out for you.

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Don't get the game messed up, I have 2 sides on this topic and I will go into both of them. First and foremost, I LOVE BLACK WOMEN. Everything about the intrigues me and attracts me at the same time. I feel that black women have been abused, disrespected, and objectified over the years, so sistas, I feel your pain. On the other hand, too many sistas blame good brothas for their PAST baggage. Too many times "Kisha" you know her, the homegirl you have that can never keep a man, but always has something negative to say about yours is corrupting your mind with all of her man bashing. Sistas, sometimes its you. It isn't always us. There are a TON of eligible, good brothas who are searching for their Bonita Applebaum. Give us a chance. Don't let "Jody's" messed up actions blow it for the next man, because sistas, you are missing out.

About the black man/white woman situation. I believe that as blacks, people of African descent, or whatever you want to be classified as, we should have a grasp on who we are before intermingling. Period.

Check out this clip of "Diary of a Tired Black Man." Check in on this and give your thoughts.

18 September 2008

Eye Candy: Esther Baxter

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Prada Footwear

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Upgrade: X Series Dellegno

You’ve undoubtedly seen televisions that pop out of furniture. But have you ever seen a pop-up projection theater screen? The X-Series Dellegno from Beamax is exactly that, an 80-inch projection screen concealed by a modest cabinet, that can turn any room in your house into a home theater in a matter of minutes. The surface area on the X-Series Dellegno is nearly twice that of a 50″ flat screen, and the low-slung cabinet can be finished in a variety of custom colors at no extra cost. The innovative pop-up projection screen will set you back €2,599 (about $3,800)

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Collete x Gap x Converse

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Propellor Lighting

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Mercedes Benz SL63: Kicherer Tuner Package

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Diddy Blog #20: Swagger Like Us Part 1 & 2

While Puff is a fashion and music mogul, I think he is the least talented rapper from NY. This was very amusing though. Love when people talk that cocky money stuff, I do it from time to time....LOL.



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Sprint just officially announced that the HTC Touch Diamond and HTC Touch Pro will be joining Sprint’s product portfolio in time for the holiday season. HTC is excited to continue the long tradition of working together with Sprint to bring cutting edge products like the Touch Diamond and Touch Pro to market.

Stylishly sleek, these devices set a new benchmark for mobile sophistication by introducing TouchFLO™ 3D, an unparalleled touch experience that puts live television, weather, email, photos, contacts, music and more at your fingertips.

The HTC Touch Diamond and The HTC Touch Pro leverage the broad functionality of Windows Mobile 6.1 and use a new customized Web browser that enables easy viewing and effortless navigation of Web sites in the way they were designed. As part of this browsing experience, users can zoom and pan Web sites with one-hand and automatically view mobile-optimized content that has been specially created to fit the display. Using gravity-sensor technology, turning the device sideways automatically rotates the Web page view from a portrait to landscape view.

With 2.8 inch high-resolution VGA displays, the HTC Touch Diamond and the HTC Touch Pro deliver a full package of features and functionality, including the above-mentioned Opera-powered browser with Wi-Fi capability; a customized, HTC-developed YouTube application for watching user-generated video content; and quick access to Sprint TVSM with an extensive selection of live and on demand video. It boasts a 3.2 MP camera/camcorder with auto focus and access to Sprint Picture MailSM to easily share images. The HTC Touch Pro’s built-in camera also features a flash.

The HTC Touch Pro brings a similarly sophisticated style and feature set to that found on the HTC Touch Diamond and also adds a variety of business-focused enhancements that make getting work done on the go quick and easy – including a five-row, slide-out QWERTY keyboard for easy data entry, expandable storage capabilities with a microSD card slot (1 GB card included) and a business card scanner application.

The HTC Touch Diamond will be available in September and will cost $249.99 with a two-year contract and after a $100 mail-in rebate. The HTC Touch Pro will be available in all Sprint retail channels beginning Oct. 19 for $299.99 with a two-year contract and after a $100 mail-in rebate.

15 September 2008

random thoughts from the abnormal galaxy aka my brain

1. I'm addicted to sneakers.
2. Entourage is a great show and sometimes I wish I was Ari.
3. Hip hop isn't dead, it's oversaturated with studio gangstas and fakes who can be marketed to sell records.
4. Adrian Peterson is a great runningback. *insert shoutout to Minnesota Vikings*
5. Swagger Like Us is the new soundtrack to my life, even though the word swagger is now OVERused to the point of corniness.
6. I still love Apollonia, Vanity, and Pam Grier in her prime.
7. Blogging is great, what the hell took me so long to get on?
8. The pursuit of happiness isn't attached to money.
9. I'm going to be a best selling author and nobody can stop me.
10. Bonita Applebaum; you gotta put me on. Bonita, Bonita, Bonita.

Shoe Game Vicious: Courtesy of My Homie the Fashion Citizen

Source:www.fashionwithasideoflife.blogspot.com

What's crackin ladies and gents...
It's another Monday morning that we're blessed to wake up, so let's make it a good one. I'm hittin' you with another episode of Shoe Game Vicious and I promise it's a good one. Also, be on the look out soon for some highlights from fashion week, as soon as I've had time to review what came down the runways in NY.
Today's shoe game vicious is for my ladies and I've got a double header for you.
First, Stella McCartney has a wooden wedge pump for the fall and it's looking like insanity on your feet. The construction of the shoe alone is enough to break necks, but check the specifics. It's a taupe patent pump with a wooden wedge heel that is approximately 5 inches and a 0.5 inch platform. It also has a pointed toe, a silver trim and a sculpted silver insert on back of heel. In case you didn't know, Stella never uses leather or fur in her shows as a part of her animal rights lifestyle, but judging by her collections in the past you'd never even miss the fur or leather with the chic designs she puts out.

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Who's bold enough to step out in those bad boys????
Up next ladies, it's time to start getting those knee boots for the fall. Don't wait too late or you'll be wearing something 50 other girls have already bought and who wants to look like a marching band group? I hope you didn't raise your hand ! The boot I'm bringing your way is from Steve Madden and it's called "Foxey". It's a take on a Chanel boot that was on the runways, it mimics the cap toe in black patent leather but instead of a plain colored body of the boot, Steve Madden is doing a crisp caramel color with a black zipper up the back. The heel is a mere 2 1/2 inches but this boot is definitely a work staple and can be worn on the weekends for going out to lunch or hanging with your people. They are currently on sale at heels.com for $149.99, marked down from there original price of $198.99. Head on over and get these before they're all gone.

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Str8 vicious !
Well that's all from me today Fashion Citizens, stay tuned for fall fashion updates !
...Peace and Love...

14 September 2008

Breitling

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Cufflink Edition: David Yurman

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Fellas: Your cufflink game needs to be on point. While you don't have to spend David Yurman money, you should have some nice cufflinks for your dressy occasions. They add a certain flair to your look.

Eye Candy: Rosario Dawson

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Pregame Jitters

This week, my squad is up against the Colts and I'm definitely nervous. Don't want to start off 0-2 this year. I have been a Minnesota fan for a loooooonnnnnngggggggg time and I am patiently waiting for the payoff. After being the brunt of too many jokes, endless letdowns, and ass backwards trades, I am chasing a ring with my squad.

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I am sure Phella of the Famous Firm will be on my phone sooner than later, ready to re-enact our war of previous sports and I will be waiting with a slew of wit, photoshopped picturers, and another one way ticket to another 3rd world country lacking Polo clothing. Click on Famous Firm Beef to revisit our NBA Playoff war.

Advance your Watch Game: Nooka

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13 September 2008

Dope T-Shirt Edition

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Nigo's Bathing Ape Rolls Royce Phantom

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Hermes Paris Sneaker & Accessories

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Louis Vuitton Travel Guides

"Legendary French luxury goods house Louis Vuitton is re-launching its stylish City Guides for the travel book series' tenth anniversary, with a vintage-inspired look. The Guides, originally launched in 1999, contain the essential addresses of the most stylish locales in world cities. The current saffron yellow color scheme and minimal design is being changed to the brown of its signature monogram canvas, with colorful accents and patterns inspired by vintage Vuitton luggage labels.

The new 2009 Guides, which will feature editions for New York, Paris, Tokyo, Miami, Mumbai, and a boxed set of 32 European Cities, will go on sale starting October 15, Vogue UK reports. In addition, the revamped Guides will feature personal tips from the likes of Italian actress Monica Belluci on Rome and Barneys creative director Simon Doonan on New York."

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Imagine me getting lost, with a diva in the passenger seat of the coupe and I get lost in Paris.

"Excuse me, would you go in my billfold and past me the travel guide?" She obliges. I hear a loud gasp from her and I glance over, seeing her in a state of disbelief as she stares at a Louis Vuitton travel guide for Paris. Excess . . . I LOVE IT!!!!!!

Official Nasir Aleem Review of "The Family that Preys" by Tyler Perry



I went to see Tyler Perry's newest offering last night and I thought it was a decent movie. Usually, I don't support Madea, aka the new millenium minstrel act, but this movie had a decent plot line and some wild twists. I appreciate when Tyler Perry makes movies that place people who look like me in powerful and successful positions, but I also love the way his storylines show people chasing their dreams and not settling for less. People should enjoy this one.

Thrasher Residence in LA

This home sits on its perch among the bird themed streets of the Hollywood Hills overlooking Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles. From its unassuming entrance at 9191 Thrasher Avenue, it welcomes visitors into a 5 bedroom/5 bathroom home of contemporary luxury with features that include polished concrete floors, 13 foot ceilings, and a large terrace with stunning city views.

Back in June, the home was listed for sale at $12.85 million, but according to MLS, it has recently been reduced to $10.5 million.

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12 September 2008

Adidas: Jeremy Scott Specials

Adidas Originals by Originals is the latest concept emanating from the giant German sportswear as their lifestyle directed adidas Originals creates a series of collections featuring a mixture of international influencers. Among the participants for the debut collection are eclectic American designer Jeremy Scott who’s wild style is translated onto the Artillery Hi. The upper of the sneaker itself is a multi-colored mix with snakeskin accents, available in both orange and green colorways. Rumored to be joined by the likes of Alyasha Owerka-Moore of Fiberops and Kazuki of fragment design among others, the Jeremy Scott portion will release in February of 2009. Look for Limiteditions to be among the few stockists worldwide.

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Source: Hypebeast

11 September 2008

Amazing Blazer

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Advance your Tie Game

Argyle Tie Look

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Louis Vuitton Sunglasses

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Louis Vuitton Conspiration Pilote
Aviator-style metal frames are discretely engraved with LV logos
Exclusive monogram photo chromic lenses; sunlight activates the photo chromic technology and lenses become darker to keep the maximum amount of visual comfort
Comfortable nose pieces
Fully integrated hinge at each temple; inspired by the plated metal corners of iconic Louis Vuitton luggage pieces
Acetate arms with polished metal tips
100% UV protection
Comes with a brown hard-sided case and drawer box
Handmade in Italy
$530 US eLuxury.com

Great Shirt.....

The truth....You can't handle the truth!!!!

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MCM Fitted: Tisa Edition

I never wear a hat, but I'm guaranteed to have these for G.P.

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10 September 2008

Supra Skytop: Tiffany x Snakeskin Combo

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Note to Women: Bring Something to the Table

Disclaimer: This post is NOT, I repeat NOT for the women who hold their own and don't look for handouts from a man. The lady who is willing to go to work for hers and not make a living on her back or on her knees. This post is for the following: Golddiggers, professional groupies, celebrity stalkers, chicks with no ambition of their own, and the ones who think what's between their legs is the key to success.

One of my fellow bloggers posted a great blog about men chasing women they can't afford. I don't believe in the theory and that is from personal experience. I consider myself to be a fashionable man, women tell me I'm attractive, and I have never had an issue meeting women, etc, etc, and I even have some of those great episodes in my resume. Needless to say, I wanted to address the flipside of the male/female situation.

Ladies, at times, seem to want a man who has the best credit, biggest house, and endless money, but I pose one question: What are you bringing to the table?

Is your credit in order, or is it maxed out on department store credit cards that you ran up to be in style?

Are you in a place of your own, or are you still at home with parents/friends/another man/too many roomates because you aren't responsible enough to be on your own?

How are your own finances? Do you have a bank account with more than a dream in it? Are you overdrawing the account every 3 days, robbing Peter to pay Paul and then robbing Peter the next day.

I ask these questions only because I get tired of the phenomenon of "A man better have this and that!!" What do you have?

True story: One night I was in my sportsbar in Northeast Philly and a group of females walked in. Each female was dressed to kill, Gucci this, Louie that and all of the guys were on their heels. *INSERT MEANINGLESS STUFF: bottle popping, dancing, people making it rain in the sportsbar, yadda yadda yadda, blah blah blah* At the end of the night, the same girls who were the Belles of the Ball were hopping into a taxi cab, arguing over who was going to pay the tab. And I quote: "Ya'll bitches make me sick! We ain't meet nobody who was gonna take us home tonight and I came out of the house with $5." Wait!! This is the same girl just in the sportsbar with Gucci from head to toe, talking only to the guys she assumed had money. More than likely, she has nothing to bring to the table. What's wrong with this picture? For some people nothing. For the people with a drop of logic, please continue reading.

My complaint is this: Stop wanting the world when you have nothing to offer.

It's not about chasing what you can't afford, women stop thinking the world should be handed over in a Marc Jacobs bag. If you bring nothing to the table, what makes you REALISTICALLY think that you deserve anything from it?

Flying Circles Shelving: Ceccotti Collezioni

The Flying Circles shelving has been designed by Massimo Castagna for Italian furniture manufacturer Ceccotti Collezioni.

From the manufacturer:

The modular bookcase with shelves made in solid American walnut or ebonized wood, structural and book stop rings and connection plaques in black nickel finished steel.

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Neighborhood Jeans

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09 September 2008

New iPod Nano

Once again, Steve Jobs has done it again. Apple has released a new iPod Nano, full of new features and 9 colors. Features include: The Genius feature, which finds songs in your playlist that go together and makes them into a playlist for you. Cover flow allows you to view your album art and you can see more artists at once. iPod Nano now has games that are tailored for the Nano and they respond to your movements. For fun, give the new iPod a shake and you can get a random song played from your playlist.

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Y3

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04 September 2008

Reebok Pumps: Snakeskin Edition

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03 September 2008

ALIFE TWEEDS

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Jetsetter. I defy Time Zones.