The Dandy Affair: A Panel Discussion

Dr. Courtney A. Hammonds presents The  Dandy Affair, an informative panel discussion on the resurrection of the gentleman. Guest lecturers have been "knighted" to speak and provide industry relevant advice to a captive audience. The Dandy Affair is the result of Hammonds' years of etiquette insight, refined through his gimlet eye and comic prose. With an array of sections on style and fashion, on dandies and dudes, grooming and on how to dress appropriately, this guide is an indispensable read for men of all ages.

Concluding the panel discussion, guests will be provided the opportunity to  purchase a copy of Dr. Hammonds newest book, The Dandy Affair: Men who are unapologetically woven into the fabric of life. Portions of the proceeds will help benefit The Dukes Foundation.  It is encouraged for all guest to arrive in their most Dandy Attire!

The Dandy Affair is Saturday, July 30, 2016 from 6:00PM to 9:00PM at Roche Bobois - 333 Buckhead Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30305 - RSVP HERE. Seating will be limited. 

I am excited to be one of the panelists. Please join us!

Guest are encouraged to park in the parking lot across the street from Roche Bobois. Additional parking is located in the parking decks located at The Shops Buckhead Atlanta. 

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AIRSTREAM: America's World Traveler

Images courtesy of Airstream, Inc.

People who travel via Airstream get to see more of the world than folks who fly or take the train. Here we see one traveler looking at beautiful Sveti Stefan, an island connected by causeway to the mainland in Montenegro about four miles southeast of Budva.

The always-popular Ford Country Squire station wagon was another ideal tow vehicle in the 1960’s and 1970’s. This 1967 model is towing anAirstream in beautiful Hawaii!

For those with less time on their hands a quick trip to Florida was always a easy choice to make. Imagine parking your trailer right on the beach,with sand and palm trees all around you. The white sports car barely visible to the right is an early 1960’s Fiat.

Always a popular tourist destination, Taos, New Mexico gives visitors a look at an ancient civilization, with local Native Americans on hand to introduce newcomers to the Pueblo Indian culture. This photo was taken during the mid-1970’s.

The most luxurious Airstream, the Limited, even came with folding chairs bearing the Limited name.  

Here’s the exterior view of the Airstream Funeral Coach, circa 1982. It was a decent idea, having one vehicle that could take the place of several.The flowers went into the rear hatch area, as shown, while the casket went into the side carrier space. Mourners rode inside the spacious passenger compartment, which was nicely trimmed and featured individual seats plus a couch at the rear.  

AIRSTREAM: America's World Traveler

by Patrick Foster

Airstream is America's best and oldest manufacturer of travel trailers, and those retro silver coaches are iconic on America's highways. Representative of the age-old desire to explore, these trailers are unmistakable in design with distinctive aerodynamic rounded lines and an aluminum outer skin.

Airstream: America's World Traveler celebrates the eight decades since the first Airstream graced America's highways.Airstream chronicles the fascinating history of Airstream trailers through a detailed history, stories, and beautiful photography. Although its roots stretch back to 1926, the first Airstream-brand trailers were introduced in 1931, just as America was emerging from the dark days of the Great Depression. Of the 400 travel-trailer manufacturers of that era, only Airstream survived. Dubbed the "Airstream Clipper"after the first trans-Atlantic seaplane, the 1931 Airstream featured a unique lightweight aluminum body that cut down on wind resistance, improved fuel efficiency, and made for easier towing. It slept four, carried its own water supply, was fitted with electric lights, and cost $1,200. The Airstream provided travelers with away to see the world at their leisure and in solid comfort. It was the perfect vehicle fora country emerging from a long struggle.In the eight decades since that first Airstream, the company has produced some of the finest trailers in the world and gained a worldwide reputation as the Rolls-Royce of travel trailers. The Airstream story is one of travel, adventure, and memories that last a lifetime.

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Gigi Hadid Uses Her "Paparazzi Protector" with Zayn Malik in NYC

Gigi Hadid wears the “Marianne” hat, by hat maker Gladys Tamez Millinery, in New York City while stepping out in public for the first time in weeks with boyfriend Zayn Malik.

Los Angeles based Gladys Tamez designed the moss green bespoke hat for Gigi Hadid as a “paparazzi protector”. Look for Kendall Jenner to be stepping out herself soon in her bespoke “Ernest” cap in the coming days.

Super models Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid led a star and stylist packed first week at Gladys Tamez Millinery’s just opened appointment only bespoke atelier in Los Angeles. Celebrity hat maker Gladys Tamez hosted two of her biggest fans for four hours of laughs and hats as Kendall and Gigi got custom bespoke hats for the summer season and beyond.  Kendall is a big supporter of the hats and can be seen frequently in Gladys Tamez Millinery creations.

Gladys Tamez Millinery recently announced the opening of its flagship bespoke atelier, located in the Arts District in downtown, Los Angeles. The 4000 square foot space combines Gladys Tamez Millinery's design and hat making production atelier, with contemporary art from art dealer Esthella Provas and Assoc and modern furniture by Minotti.

Gladys Tamez’ work is currently on the cover of GQ magazine men's style issue, worn by bespoke client Future Hendrix. Gladys Tamez Millinery has been profiled in a Vogue Latin America and named as one of the 50 most creative Mexicans in the world by Forbes Mexico.

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Chef Kevin Ouzts From The Cockentrice Hosts Artisanal Charcuterie Class

LEARN THE SECRETS OF ARTISANAL CHARCUTERIE MAKING WITH CHEF KEVIN OUZTS OF THE SPOTTED TROTTER & THE COCKENTRICE

Executive Chef, Owner and Charcutier Kevin Ouzts of The Spotted Trotter and The Cockentrice is hosting a class at Bellina Alimentari at Ponce City Market with charcuterie lovers in mind on Wednesday, July 13th at 6:30 p.m. Featuring a guided tasting of four cured meats paired with premium Italian wines, attendees will also discover the secrets behind artisanal charcuterie making from the acclaimed chef and charcutier known for his powerful voice in the world of meat preparation. Open to ages 21 and up, tickets are available for $28 per person and can be purchased at Bellina Alimentari gourmet Italian market online at http://mercatodibellina.com/products/pasta-making-class-july13 or by calling 404-330-9933.  For more information, visit www.thecockentrice.com. 

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Porsche Design Sport by adidas presents innovative technologies & design for FW 2016

This season Porsche Design Sport by adidas will hero reflectivity with an advanced technology and fabric, which glows when hit by light. This stand-out Glacier Camou pattern, in addition to strategically placed reflective details, is integral to the aspirational Running collections and also features in key Gym products, injecting superior functionality and style. 

The Gym line-up is designed for training in the gym as well as outdoors, made possible through highly adaptable signature pieces. The look presents a combination of functional pieces including the Run Tee, Sweat Pant and Winter Beanie through to more specialist and exclusive components including a soft Knit Jumper and Insulation Print Vest. The latter showcases an exclusive wind and water-resistant exterior constructed from an innovative heat-generating COREBRID™ B fabric and is designed in vivid Glacier Camou print. The Running collection features efficient, high-visibility materials so that dark, cold nights do not interfere with outdoor running. The Reflective Run Vest, available in two colourways, comprises a wool fleece lining, water-repellent quilted overlay and bright, reflective graphics for superior visibility at night. Completing this sophisticated running story and designed with runners in mind, the Trackstar Pant is accented at the lower leg with the season’s signature reflective graphic, ideal for full-body visibility.

Of this season’s stand-out collection, Gert Benz, Vice President of Style Collaborations, said, “Fall and Winter present specific opportunities so we worked tirelessly to create intelligent design solutions for more extreme conditions. Using innovative reflective materials, placed strategically across apparel, footwear and accessories we have created a robust collection of style-led, precise looks.”

 

Concluding the season’s Gym and Running looks are stylish and practical footwear and accessories. For the gym, the EC Running shoe allows for all-day comfort across multiple climates and terrains thanks to an abrasion-resistant Tubular rubber outsole and EVA midsole. Available in two colourways - stand-out black/orange, and cargo/grey - the textile upper features the rich Glacier Camou motif on the mudguard and 3-Stripes; an injection of style and utility. The BS Teambag is an impeccably designed luggage essential, boasting a water resistant outer and multiple compartments of varying sizes in the interior - the perfect companion for the style-focused gym-goer.

In Running, the Endurance shoe combines sophisticated design with energy returning BOOST™ technology. With a premium Continental™ Rubber outsole for enhanced traction and reflective Glacier Camou pattern underlays in the mesh upper, these key design details act as stylish solutions to variable weather. Still in footwear, Porsche Design Sport by adidas introduce a more futuristic and technical look to one of their most iconic footwear lines. The BOUNCE™:S4 Style 2, available in three powerful colourways, fuses high performance, style and comfort through a precise arrangement of the BOUNCE™ spring system, high tech materials, such as a carbon plate, supplied from the automotive industry, and a neoprene upper with 3D Kurim-structure.

The Fall / Winter 2016 collection is available globally from July 15th onwards.  For further information, visit www.adidas.com/porschedesignsport

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The Shops Buckhead Atlanta Announces Peachtree Road Race Viewing Party

Follow the stride of Atlanta runners to Shack Shack and Corso Coffee this Fourth of July for the ultimate Peachtree Road Race viewing experience. The Shops Buckhead Atlanta will be taking over the block from American Cut to Corso Coffee, while hosting a viewing party in celebration of the race. Entertainment and activities will be taking place for neighbors and fans to gather and support this year’s runners. Take advantage of front row access to the course while sipping on an ice cold "Shack Shandy" made with ShackMeister Ale and lemonade, raspberry limeade or Shack-made lemonade. Enjoy complimentary tastes of handspun frozen custard, as well as delicious sips and bites at Shake Shack. Patrons may also enjoy face painting, cheer sign decorating, stilt-walkers, corn hole and Shack swag giveaways while DJ Raetone of Yacht Rock spins tunes all morning. Inside, Shake Shack will also serve its signature ShackBurgers, flat-top dogs, crinkle fries and shakes beginning at 7 a.m. Further down the block, LDV Atlanta (American Cut, Corso Coffee, Dolce Italian and Regent Cocktail Club) will have additional viewing space in front of Corso Coffee. From freshly brewed iced coffee for sale and complimentary peach lemonade, Corso Coffee will be offering something for everyone. Don’t forget to also try complimentary “everything biscuits” as well, courtesy of the forthcoming American Cut.

With live entertainment, food and drink specials, there is something for the whole family to enjoy! To top it all off, The Shops Buckhead Atlanta is offering complimentary three-hour self-parking.

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Celebration Miura Tour concludes in Florence

Miura Tour, 8 Piazza Minghetti Bo

Miura Tour 10 Piazza Ognissanti FI

Miura Tour 10 June Porto Venere (1)

M. Reggiani, GP Dallara, S. Domenicali

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Miura Tour, 10 Viareggio

The Miura Tour, the biggest Miura rally organized by Automobili Lamborghini in celebration of the iconic Lamborghini model’s fiftieth anniversary, concluded in Florence with a display in Piazza Ognissanti.

Twenty brightly-colored Lamborghini Miuras from the United States, Japan and other European countries came to Italy for a 500 km journey, taking in the cities of Bologna, Parma, Portovenere, Viareggio, Lucca and Florence between 8 and 12 June. At the stopover in Sant’Agata Bolognese on 9 June, the vehicles' arrival was celebrated with a flyby of four Eurofighters from the 36th Stormo Caccia (fighter squadron) of the Gioia del Colle airbase near Bari in southern Italy. The new, completely renovated Lamborghini Museum was also inaugurated on the same occasion.

Two of the Miura ‘fathers’ made special appearances during the tour: Paolo Stanzani joined guests in Bologna on 8 June, and Gian Paolo Dallara greeted the group at his company in Varano de’ Melegari on the 9th. The Tour concluded on 12 June in Florence, where the 20 Miuras were put on display at the parc fermé in Piazza Ognissanti.

The 50th anniversary celebrations for the Miura will continue in the UK from 23 to 26 June at the prestigious setting of Goodwood Festival of Speed and in August at the Monterey Car Week in the USA.

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