Prêt-à-Porter: Not Made to Measure

Thursday, April 21, 2011

H&M Swedish Hasbeens

Wedge, $69.95

Sandals, $59.95

Wedge, $69.95

H&M is clogging clogs to the world! These eco-friendly shoes are hitting the shelves for Summer 2011. Unfortunately, it is available only in certain stores. I just want to know where I can get the wedge???

The Economist

The Economist: "First published in September 1843 to take part in a severe contest between intelligence, which presses forward, and an unworthy, timid ignorance obstructing our progress."

Do you want to stay on top of international affairs? Understand current affects of the globally economy? Know why the retirement age must go up to 70? Or what will influence does Qaddafis' tyranny has over Libya's current political turmoil? The Economist is your calling.

Comprehending and debating the current global economic distress, the affects of oil and Libya, or the United States congressional stalemate isn't left to just just policy makers or highly influential executives anymore. You too are able to grasp the full affects of both sides of the argument.

The weekly newspaper: The Economist was founded by James Wilson, a Scottish businessman and banker, in 1843. Its edited office is located at the City of Westminster, London, England. It takes an editorial stance on current international affairs, business, politics and occasionally art & literature as well.

I read this weekly to stay well informed of what is happening all around. And why not? Listening to what's on T.V. or the radio is just not enough anymore. Sometimes you hear things but is it all of the information you need to make a good judgement? Having another source doesn't hurt.

Trust me, when people know you read The Economist, you'll be an intellectual delight to those around you!

Wednesday, April 20, 2011

How to Pull Off a Bow Tie

Who knew "The Thirty Years War" that manifested most of Europe between 1618 - 1648 would produce a now popular fashion accessory: The Bow Tie.

The necktie's early ancestor has been traced back to the early 1600s, worn by Croatia's military as a picturesque scarf tied around their neck. During the war, Croatian soldiers and mercenaries were drawn into the war all over Europe. Some of their soldiers were stationed in Paris, at the time of Louis XIV. When the French men saw this "tie" around Croatian soldiers, they adopted it into their wardrobe. At this time, Paris was the center of fashionable influence. They gave this new accessory the name of "cravat" which is a French word for "Croat." The rest is now fashion history.

It's 2011 and guys you've seen the bow-tie every where. But how should you pull this ancient piece of history off? So, easy. Take a look from Mr. Swizz Beatz himself. The pictures seen here are some of the sickest way you should wear the bow-tie. Of course, your outfit wouldn't be complete without a pair of Argyle socks!

There are just no bounds for the "cravat" so be sure to head out and find you one, or two. It also doesn't hurt if you learn how to tie one on (See tutorial video at the bottom). There's nothing wrong wearing the clip-ons or the pre-tied bows but there's nothing more sexy to woman than seeing her man tie his own bow-tie.