Chai- N- Chaat 2011 held its day-long community-based cultural event and fundraiser to raise funds and awareness of Austin’s diverse ethnic populations as well as four local Austin nonprofits, Saheli, Interfaith Action of Central Texas (iACT), LifeWorks, and Eastside Community Connections (ECC) at the Community Renaissance Market, a locally owned micro-business location with tenants ranging from antiques, organic dog treats, and fair trade jewelry. The experience was led by the day’s vocal … [Read more...]
The Art of the Man Bag
Manly men, listen up! A bag has become an essential item for getting around Austin. Why do men need a bag? Bags are for women, right? Hear me out—bags can serve a purpose for men. The average Austinite either works North and lives South, or vice-versa; therefore, he usually needs to schlep around items to use at work and to workout or go out to happy hour after. How do you manage to keep all of your stuff together without looking out of place? The man bag is the answer. It can be … [Read more...]
Austin Celebrates World Refugee Day
Austin residents are invited to join in the celebration of the United Nations World Refugee Day at the Bob Bullock State History Museum, 1800 N Congress Ave, this Saturday to learn more about the international refugee community in Austin. This year’s celebration coincides with the 30th Anniversary of the Refugee Act of 1980, landmark legislation signed by President Carter. Included in the festivities will be a special naturalization ceremony in the Spirit Theatre, where 15-20 refugees from the … [Read more...]
A sharp-dressed man: Cool summer kicks
Although the sharp-dressed man has been silent for sometime, do not get discouraged readers. I have been on the horizon looking for items to make your summer even hotter! I tend to become engaged by one of my favorite things: shoes. In the summer months, regardless if you are attending a backyard BBQ or a pool party, you want to arrive in cool shoes so that people take notice of your presence. The shoes I have become attracted to as of late are men's high tops. These are amazing, like … [Read more...]
A sharp-dressed man: Fashion Advice
By Josh Garza Everyday, men across the Austin metro area are asking themselves, “Can I wear this outside without fear of looking lame?” A Sharp Dressed Man has heard the call from his brothers across Travis County and is here to provide an answer to all men’s fashion questions! Dear Sharp Dressed Man: For businessmen, how do you match colored blazers to pants? - Chris R. Greetings Chris! Great question! As I mentioned in a previous column, colors tend to go by season … [Read more...]
A Sharp-dressed man goes to Europe
As a stylish man, I tend to enjoy vacation because it grants me the opportunity to venture to other lands to scope out fashion abroad. Fashion abroad can lead to exciting new looks to bring back home. What looks can a man bring home that will merge nicely into his current residence? I usually go for the essentials, such as shoes, watches, and dress shirts. Each of these items are easily found in any department store or boutique. When I find a nice dress shirt, I test out the fit and … [Read more...]
A Sharp-dressed man: How to suit yourself
Science tells us that we produce sex pheromones that can drive a man or woman wild. As a man, what else can you do to visually attract someone of interest? Everyone knows that any man looks sharp in a nice suit. As long as the suit fits well, and the subject wearing the suit is comfortable, this can be accomplished without much effort. Now, I know that some men dread putting on the "monkey suit" and find ways out of doing it, so, as a stylish man, I want to offer some assistance to you as you … [Read more...]
Fashion Freakout 2010
This week's adventure in fashionland took me to the front lines the third annual “Fashion Freakout" put on by the ever-so-clever with an eye for detail Audrie San Miguel, co-owner of Prototype Vintage Design. This year’s event took place on a crisp Friday night at the Mohawk. Fashion Freakout took me "Back to the Future" courtesy of Buffalo Exchange. From the first runway walk, I saw styles such as clean-fitted seventies pants for guys and classic mod sixties outfits for women. A snapshot … [Read more...]
A Sharp Dressed Man: 5 Basic Elements
How do you define a sharp or well-dressed man? By the attention he draws from others? By the amount of money he spends on his "gear", as some men like to refer to their attire. The simple fact of the matter is that a well-dressed man is not made or created by others. A well-dressed man is in all of us, and the key to bringing him forward is to help him realize that he can be comfortable in clothes that fit him well. When a man feels good, his confidence level is higher, regardless of the … [Read more...]
