I'm not sure when relishes for Dandies cruising on cycles arose but its visual sight every time brews my creative juices. (I believe my first GQ-styled spread I execute will be a cyclist summer feature.) A lot of my colleagues have been doing what I called " Cycling Stylin'." Dashing from home to boardroom, these cruise style crushers are habitually flushing out attractive summer assortments.
This summer season I'm note-taking scores of lightweight cotton and breathable linen suitings; crisp unbuttoned bold oxfords; well-kept summer footwear (boat shoes, canvas skippies, leather mandals (man sandals), driver loafers, premium trainers, etc.). So, be advised if I come over to you on the pavement with the digi cam it's because you're serving a well-likable inspired look.
From last week into this week nice and springy weather has sprouted a crop of well-dressed peeps. I had the opportunity to cross path with most of the subjects portrayed. I just kept giving uprising thumbs!!!
No underneath captions from Mr. MSR, so birth your own speech points because I'm still speechless !
Ok, it's 2:27 am and I'm leisurely thumbing through the 'Sunday Styles' section of today's NYT. The style features and stories are always cool! But what's even a cooler component to the section is superstar photographer, Bill Cunningham's "On the Street" style pictorials. Each week he captures NY'ers parading the pavements in a prevalent trend or fashionable item of-the-moment.
Bill's Ironclad storytoday struck a familiar chord with Mr. MSR. In short, his presentation is highlighting what men in New York City are wearing for Spring.
Due to the flash integration of the shots, I was only able to capture the audio slide show (audible speakers highly recommended). The Gent in the Paris tweed three-piece suit and the two gents discussing the tie are my favorite Cunningham capturing!
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With such a praised and fashion-famous last name it’s only right we showcase this young design debonair that’s making elder designers question their bespoke talents. Nana Boateng (cousin of Ozwald Boateng), the Ghanaian, New York-bred designer is creating a strong buzz amongst young Hollywood gents, and fashion mavericks alike.
About three (or four, looking back) summers ago, I went to my borough’s (Brooklyn!) first-ever Fashion Week. The Tents at Bryant Park couldn’t compare to the raw constructed Fort nestled under the city skyline. That night, I became familiar with raw design talent. The designer: Nana Boateng for Akua Adoma.
Nana constructed some of the most exquisite men’s tailoring; think Bespoke with plenty of color and energy. Nana draws inspiration from exotics and various cultures. Often his bright-hued double-vented suits are tailored for all varying body shapes: Athletic to Slim built. (Just take a look at the pictures inset.) Along with master cut suits, Nana’s long sharp-tailored long coats are rad! I’ve never seen nothing like it—and that’s no hyping or puffery. Nana's become known for a runway trademark: models walk sans shoes.
Last week, the crew (Jay, Kwasi, Andrea and Mr. MSR) took in his recent collection at the now annual BK Fashion Weekend. Unfortunately readers, my Exilim couldn’t capture strong shots from the runway. I did manage though to corner a backstage shot of Nana’s models (pictured below) post show.
Overlook the spots and revel in the fits and cuts!
I caught up with Nana during the press madness backstage and here were his quick remarks.
MSR: Love the collection Nana! What were your inspirations?
Nana: Thanks a lot (smiles). Energy+ Vibrancy were strong inspirations. I wanted to invoke that in this collection. The colors I chose are clear telling representations of that.
MSR: Why do you continue using the signature trademarks?
Nana: I don’t use shoes on models because bare foot adds a pop and flair to my suits I find.
Besides styling up Hollywood luminaries (Djimon Hounsou, James Franco, Derek Luke, etc.), Nana’s sartorial wonderment graced the leafs of Essence Magazine, People Magazine, Men’s Health, Bandshell, just to mention a select few. In addition, you may remember seeing Nana make history by headlining the cover of Black Enterprise Magazine. Major!
A brief sampling of Nana's designs:
For more information on purchasing suits, please visit Akua Adoma.
Recent Update: Check out the profile video Black Enterprise did on Nana Boateng.
A new compliment for MaleStyle Review. This section came into play after being introduced to our 1st MaleStyle Review Debonair: Sheg Aranmolate.
Real Name: Olusegun (Olu-sheg-un) "Sheg" Aranmolate
Age: 24
Occupation: Medical Researcher
Sheg Aranmoate hails from Lagos, Nigeria. I was introduced to Sheg through Oprah’s new show: OPRAH’s BIG GIVE (it's more surreal than reality based. show premieres tomorrow 9/8c on ABC). From exclusive excerpts I glimpsed Mr. Sheg stylin’ while equally being a big giver. His clothing choices: Suits, Sleek Blazers (the super-white I previewed is a killer); Waist Leather Jackets; and Suede cropped outerwear’s, just to name few.
On BIG GIVE, Nate Berkus (show host) refers to Sheg as “Mr. Style.”
“Mr. Style is what I call Sheg; every time I see him he looks as if he just stepped out a men fashion magazine (what a quote to offer).”
The 24-year-old has since earned a bachelor's degree in biochemistry and molecular biology and a master's degree in applied molecular biology. In addition to his educational pedigree, the debonair just finished penning a book (iACTUATE: 100 days of inspiration) on very simple reasons to be inspired and make a difference.
**Each week or whenever, I’ll feature a Gent who I truly feel embodies a MaleStyle Review Debonair. If you believe you or someone you know represents male style exceptionally well, and don’t mind answering a few random questions for our readers, submit a stylish shot (preferably head-to-toe) and contact information to: malestylereview@gmail.com for consideration.
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