June 22, 2014

True Blood: True To The End Season 7

June 22, 2014/ E. Vincent Martinez

I don't know if I'm more excited that tonight premieres Season 7 of True Blood OR pissed that it's the series finale. What I do know from what I've read is that humans better watch out because the vamps are out for vengeance. There are 10 episodes coming this season and in the spirit of many other good shows that ended prematurely, I hope the writers accomplish two things: go really wild with the stories and give True Blood fans closure. We deserve it.

Oh and one more thing. Lets see lots more nudity from Alexander Skarsgard "Eric." It's no secret that he is returning this season, saved from burning on a snowy mountain top in Sweden. SO lets see him naked. A lot. I'm talking full frontal with no obstruction from stupid things like vases, branches or out of focus cameras... You know you're wanting it too!

True Blood #TrueToTheEnd premieres tonight on HBO at 9PM.

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June 20, 2014

Summer Selects Art Exhibition at Gray Miller West Gallery

June 20, 2014/ E. Vincent Martinez

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Gray Miller West Gallery's Summer Series opens tonight, Friday June 20th at 6PM. Infuse your weekend with art and culture. The Summer Series is a two-part group exhibit featuring Atlanta based artists working in sculpture, painting, glass and mixed-media. GMW is located at 480 John Wesley Dobbs Ave NE Suite 160 Atlanta, GA 30312

*Opening Reception is 6-9PM. Summer Selects [pt.1] June 20- July 11th.

See you there!

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June 19, 2014

the Best Dressed Badassery of Nick Wooster

June 19, 2014/ E. Vincent Martinez

As my beard gets a little more whiter I find myself asking, "What would Nick wear?" The answer- anything he wants. Throw him a sheet and he'd rock it like nobody's business. It's not only about style [and impeccable tailoring] but attitude and confidence. So who is Nick Wooster?

From Neimans to JCP to Gilt Groupe, his resume is long and impressive - But it's his sartorial style that I most admire. Just take a peek at some of his Facebook photos... and gentlemen, take notes!

What-A-Man... truth is ... if I published every sartorially inspiring photo of Nick Wooster, this post would go on and on and on. And on.

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June 18, 2014

Introducing Designer Craig Green Menswear Spring 2015

June 18, 2014/ E. Vincent Martinez

I admire Tim Blanks very much, fashion correspondent for Style.com, but his review of "breakout" designer Craig Green's London debut show has left me scratching my head, just a little. Tim called it a "fashion moment." Something so rare it's almost an "urban myth." Well, I don't see it. So either the photos don't convey the emotion the audience experienced or this was a you had to be there moment or Tim Blanks has finally drank the kool aid. Don't misunderstand me, I enjoyed the collection. I liked the fluidity of the garments. It's modernity and simplicity is similar to Japanese design. I hated the body-con jersey tops - ninety's hooker - but I loved the Samurai pants. Again, I suppose I, "we" just needed to be in the audience to "feel" the show like Tim Blanks did. Would I have loved that - you betcha!

View Collection:

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June 16, 2014

Public School Resort 2015

June 16, 2014/ E. Vincent Martinez

School may be out for summer but at Public School, session for Resort 2015 is in full swing and all the cool kids have registered. The recent CFDA winners in Menswear are rocking it in Womenswear with the similar approach in modernity, sensibilities and street-chic that put them on the map in the first place. The Public School girl loves fashion, good design and clean lines but doesn't care for fuss or frills. This collection is so fresh and while it seemingly embraces "comfort" it has not comprised style in any way. View Collection:

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June 15, 2014

A Special Father's Day

June 15, 2014/ E. Vincent Martinez

Today is a very special Father's Day for me and my sister. We called our father, in Cuba, to wish him a Happy Father's Day for the first time, ever! We're still emotional over it. Such a gift to have reunited with Dad. My sister, Maria, surprised me this morning with this gem of a photo taken in Havana in 1969. It's the only photograph we have together with our dad. I didn't even know this existed until today!!

[Last] Thursday & Friday, CBS46 Atlanta featured a two-part interview by anchor Tracye Hutchins about my journey back to Cuba. My mother and I spoke about the experience and the emotion over meeting my father after 43 years.

Click on the links below to watch.

Part One:

http://www.cbs46.com/

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Part Two:

http://www.cbs46.com/

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June 13, 2014

GUCCI: Bright Diamante Collection

June 13, 2014/ E. Vincent Martinez

I love Gucci videos.... well, actually, I love all things GUCCI, period! This super-cool, colorFUL video ad is all about the Bright Diamante Collection for pre Fall '14. Whether it's through the bags, clutches, belts or shoes, Bright Diamante will give your wardrobe the POP it needs to shine brighter. Take a look.

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