HAITI: A ISLAND ROOTED IN RESILIENCE

On Tuesday, the entire world stood attention when a massive earthquake struck Haiti. (Personally, it felt like a where-you-were when 9/11 struck moment.)

The event sobering yet so unimaginable tugged on heartstrings across continents. A country plagued with poverty, crime and further alarming statistics made me stop and deeply think. Deeply think about the economical blows and other destruction Haiti has endured.

A silver lining grows in every dark cloud. The quake may have left homes and building structures in shambles, but their unbending, resilient spirit to rebuild is clear and truly inspiring.

The images post earthquake circulating are grim and tough to bear. MR. MSR never visited the country but wanted to join other changemakers and shine added light + hope on a beautiful storied Caribbean island.

THE HAITI YOU REMEMBER. THE SPLENDOR BOUND TO RETURN.

LUXE GROOMING: JOHN ALLAN'S SPA

The word "spa" quickly conjures thoughts of peace, tranquil, zen, and all other serene synonyms. Imagine how Mr. MSR felt after striding in John Allan's welcoming clubby interiors (located @ 46 E. 46th Street) on Thanksgiving Eve. The perfect touch-up before feasting with family. As a deluxe grooming indulge I chose John Allan's full white glove (literally) experience!

The Signature Full Service (Only $65) pampering boasts: A deep scalp shampoo massage [nearly dozed off :)]. A mild hair conditioning session. Hot towel face treatment. Haircut. Manicure. Lastly, a look-down-here shoe shine!

J.A.S. staffers I engaged--from reception hosts to shampoo expert--I notice, I built quick rapports. Case-in-point: My female barber who perfected up a fly-guy dark Caesar 'cut, bundled a basket of tips for my current barber to apply. Although The Signature... packs a surplus of services, the overall session is prompt with detail attention. Simply put, John Allan ladies hands perform swiftly. (Beauty experts undergo a fierce J.A.S training regimen no matter their previous experience.)

Other offering essentials I can appreciate: A quintessential pool table for shooting billiards with pals. A private bar stocking top shelf libations and a cozy TV room to kickback with treasured sitcoms.

John Allan's Grooming Goods:

Currently I'm interacting the brand's newest Travel Kit bundle! The "guy tested, airline approved" see-through pouch of grooming essentials (Ocean Shampoo, Mint Conditioner, Scrub Face Exfoliant, Shave Cream, and Bodywash all in 1.0z bottles) eliminates your need for boxy + big beauty items.

Mr. MSR say "condense is always the best sense!

WE ARE BACK+ HAPPY 2010 !!!

Welcome 2010 !

MaleStyle Review returned...finally! Our site underwent internal construction, and transitioned new frontiers + ideas--bolder and cooler. New year, new visions! We're off on the right foot NOW. We hate the fact our MSR loyal had to nourish style appetites in traditional men's 'zines.

Welcome home readers! Mr. MSR appreciate the praise, honesty, and feedback you have delivered to make the site flourish!

Love + Style,

Mr. MSR