tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29169065387005283982024-03-13T21:57:52.411-04:00In Ernest"Saying something louder doesn't mean you're always right..."Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.comBlogger130125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-39298475182829532062012-02-29T02:41:00.000-05:002012-02-29T02:41:25.672-05:00Bold Beginnings...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Extra-Fine Merino Wool Sweater, Uniqlo; DIY Bleached Jeans, Loomstate </div>
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Black & White Striped Socks, H&M; Shoes, Cole Haan </div>
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Bold patterned socks, bleached denim, and brogues make for a stylish start to the week. With so many fashion week photos clogging my BlogLovin feed, I've been inspired by my male counterparts, mostly in Milan, to want to apply a more tailored approach to my look. The shoes were a recent score from the Saks outlet (Off 5th) - the only good thing about living in Fort Misery (Fort Myers), FL is the close proximity to so many outlet shopping centers. The shoes were originally priced at $225 and I was able to purchase them for $110! I have to say these were probably my first adult shoe purchase that basically motivated me to want to up my shoe game going forward - let's just say I'm taking a quality over quantity approach going forward with my wardrobe. </div>
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Ernest B. </div>Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-31013150206590399812012-01-06T01:29:00.001-05:002012-01-06T01:38:46.540-05:00Time & Time Again...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Let's start this post off right - Happy New Year! It's hard to believe that another year has come and gone, but I'm really looking forward to what 2012 has in store for me, the blog, and my career in fashion pr. Every year around this time, I always try and find something to add to my wardrobe that will be timeless (pun intended) and an investment in my overall GROWN MAN STYLE. </div>
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This <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/mens_category/accessories/watchesandwatchstraps/PRDOVR%7E48137/48137.jsp" target="_blank">J.Crew Timex Andros</a> watch meets all my sartorial requirements, and with a price tag of $145, it's perfect on my budget savvy pockets as well. With J.Crew's current promotion of 25% off sale merchandise (ending today), the final price would be around $109 before taxes; throw in my $25 e-gift card from my boss and mentor, the final price would be around $85. </div>
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However, with my birthday around the corner (March 18th), I'm thinking it will take the guess work out of what my family can get me - I always ask for things I need, and this watch is a definite necessity. Another great feature is the fact that the strap is interchangeable with all of the offered straps by the prep with a twist retailer (<a href="http://www.jcrew.com/mens_category/accessories/watchesandwatchstraps/PRDOVR%7E13837/13837.jsp" target="_blank">found here</a>), making this the gift that keeps giving!<br />
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If it's true you can tell a lot about a man from his watch, then this one will tell the world that I believe in timeless, investment pieces; tending to score them from the most unexpected places. <br />
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<b style="color: red;">CONFESSION</b>: I'm completely obsessed, HEAD OVER HEELS, madly in LOVE with <span style="color: red;">Diet Coke</span>! I especially love it at midnight while flipping through the latest issues of GQ & Vogue in my kitchen. I don't even flinch at the idea of a pimple forming from all of the sugar I'm consuming - oh me and acne, we go back like diapers and sandboxes. That sweet refreshing sound the can makes when you pop it fresh out of the fridge...CLASSIC AND ORGASMIC! I JUST LOVES ME SOME <span style="color: red;">DC</span>!<br />
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<br />Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-23175396964152644562011-09-22T00:28:00.001-04:002011-09-22T00:28:20.985-04:00Gas or iPhone case...<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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To spend or not to spend...that is the question! That's kinda always the question for me seeing as I know jack squat about saving money (SORRY MA! I'M TRYING FOR GOODNESS SAKE!) Anyway, let me start by again, apologizing for the lack of posts - I'm sure some of you wrote me off seeing as it's been a good 5 months since my last post, but I'M BACK FOLKS AND BETTER THAN EVER!<br />
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Now that we got that little PSA out of the way, back to my little dilemma of whether or not to spend my hard earned (very little saved) money on a new iPhone case. Of course, nothing I pick is ever cost effective and the simple all black, rubber iPhone cases just won't do...while I may be working on my fitness and upping my manly points, I still work in fashion and must express myself at every given moment. And, why does iPhone cases always seem to cost so much money - Yes, I think $40 is a bit much for an iPhone case: #JUSTSAYIN. I get it, we spend $300+ on our sacred tech babies, but should protection for them cost just as much - HELLO!! CONDOMS PROTECT OUR LIVES AND THEY'RE ONLY $10 A PACK! I mean, we could implement a little CPU (Cost Per Use) for justification, but good grief, my top fav is running at $100 and I don't think I'm strong enough to pull the trigger just yet...thanks MAN REPELLER, your case shall haunt my dreams, and nightmares of my Wells Fargo financial advisor for many nights to come. <br />
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These cases are just a few I keep searching back to...now to decide if I'm sacrificing gas or groceries this week for my new obsession...what do you think?<br />
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Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-52066785721983163622011-05-15T15:56:00.003-04:002011-05-15T16:11:08.433-04:00Judas...<div style="text-align: center;"><iframe src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/wagn8Wrmzuc" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="349" width="560"></iframe><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">I know it's been like forever and 3 months, but I'm back ladies and gentleman! So I'm not going to get too deep into how I found myself in my absence from the blog, I want to continue to apply a little more of myself in everything I do, and how I think there's no reason I shouldn't be as successful as the next genius with a great idea, blog, design, photo, etc...you get the picture.<br /><br />Anyway, so we all know I have this crazy obsession with Lady Gaga (wait, do you know? Damn, not sure if I revealed that part of myself to you, the dear reader, but yes, I'm COMPLETELY OBSESSED WITH LADY G!) and her new single Judas is beyond amazing! What's even more amazing is the video that she put together to depict a very popular story in the bible. I'm not going to bore you with how she is completely genius by making Jesus' disciples members of a biker gang and how in the end she is stoned for her betrayl of Jesus (leader of the biker gang), meeting the same fate that the Judas in the New Testament met when he betrayed Jesus and gave him to the priests.<br /><br />I'll simply let you view this amazing work of art and make your own interpretation!<br /><br />Ciao!<br /></div></div>Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-92023163883981979592011-04-04T23:16:00.004-04:002011-04-04T23:29:57.376-04:00So Hip...<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_0288.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_0288.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_0283.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_0283.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_0289.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_0289.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_0291.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_0291.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_0292.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_0292.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_0298.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_0298.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_0286.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_0286.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_0281.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_0281.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Whoa! It's been like a gazillion years since I last posted. Been terribly busy with my career and it's been consuming my life to the point that I'm not even sure of the last time I read an actual fashion magazine! FOR SHAME! Anyway, as you know I don't like to dwell in the past so let's move right along.<br /><br />I went kayaking this past Saturday to celebrate a friend's bday, and it was the most amount of fun I've had in a very, very, very, long time! What was also cool was my friend showing me this cool camera app for my iPhone4 (will have to do a separate post on how this phone absolutely changed my life...YES, IT'S THAT DAMN SERIOUS) called Hipstomatic! Have you heard of it?! It's a really cool hipster app that allows you take photos with all of these cool lenses and flashes, in turn producing these vintage inspired photos.<br /><br />I took these photos while at lunch on Sanibel Island and they look like something straight out of the 60's. I'm somewhat obsessed with the app that I'm pretty sure you'll be seeing more photos from my iPhone on here and not my Canon. Hope you missed me because I terribly missed you!<br /><br />Chow!<br /></div></div>Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-56202180733237185472011-01-16T11:18:00.003-05:002011-01-16T11:25:21.966-05:00Where's CPS When You Need Them...<div style="text-align: center;"><object width="623" height="352" id="AOLVP_us_746388724001" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000"><param name="movie" value="http://o.aolcdn.com/videoplayer/AOL_PlayerLoader.swf"></param><param name="bgcolor" value="#000000"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><param name="flashvars" value="videoid=746388724001&codever=1&stillurl=http%3A%2F%2Fpdl%2Estream%2Eaol%2Ecom%2Fpdlext%2Faol%2Fbrightcove%2Fus%2Fhomepage%2Fyouvegot%2F2011%5F01%2Fyg%5Fsnooki%5F2%5Fvideo%5Fstill%5F480%2Ejpg&publisherid=1612833736&playerid=598891853001"></param><embed src="http://o.aolcdn.com/videoplayer/AOL_PlayerLoader.swf" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" wmode="transparent" allowfullscreen="true" bgcolor="#000000" width="623" height="352" name="AOLVP_us_746388724001" flashvars="videoid=746388724001&codever=1&stillurl=http%3A%2F%2Fpdl%2Estream%2Eaol%2Ecom%2Fpdlext%2Faol%2Fbrightcove%2Fus%2Fhomepage%2Fyouvegot%2F2011%5F01%2Fyg%5Fsnooki%5F2%5Fvideo%5Fstill%5F480%2Ejpg&publisherid=1612833736&playerid=598891853001"></embed></object><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">So, I happened to stumble upon this video while reading one of my favorite sites, <a href="http://www.refinery29.com/who-let-this-happen-snooki-gives-an-11-year-old-girl-a-makeover.php">Refinery29</a>, and I'm a bit disturbed at the fact AOL agreed to allow Snooki to makeover an 11yr old girl! WTF! I mean come on. Last time I checked, Jersey Shore wasn't running syndicated reruns on PBS. I mean, where is this girl's parents. Someone should call the CPS (Child Protection Services)...this is borderline kiddy porn. SMH!<br /></div></div>Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-43724548712808686552011-01-13T00:49:00.007-05:002011-01-13T01:12:19.491-05:00How Much Is That Baggie In The Window...<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=Screenshot2011-01-13at124512AM.png" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/Screenshot2011-01-13at124512AM.png" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.reedkrakoff.com/online/handbags/Home-16001-16500-en?langId=-1&storeId=16001&catalogId=16500&cid=00504RSG&bannerCode=00504RSG&viewTaskName=COABannerCodeDirectorCmd#/detail-view">Reed Krakoff Utility Messenger II (Duffle and Python) - $796 </a><br /><br /></div>So I know you all saw my post yesterday regarding the iPhone4 and my excitement to purchase it for my upcoming 25th birthday. Now I'm thinking I wanna go one step further and get myself a really nice bag as well! Over the years I've discovered the functionality of bags makes sense for both women as well as men! Let's face it, nowadays men are caring a little a more than their wallets and cellphones like before. Most men also have some form of lip balm (if he ever wants to kiss a girl he has something to keep those things moisturized), keys, ipod, reading material (for the train...talking to the city dwellers folks. Where my folks that take that public transportation???). And, I don't know about you, but I'm not about to ruin the pockets of my favorite jeans because I don't have a bag to carry my items - keys, BB (soon to be iPhone4!), wallet, lip balm.<br /><br />Yes, though I may not carry much to warrant my blood thirsty crave for a bag, I'm now realizing that I want to have a signature accessory that will always add that unexpected punch to every outfit. Chanel had her pearls, Karl and Anna have their sunnies, why can't I have my bag! Besides, I live in FL and when this cold front leaves (here's hoping it lasts for a few more weeks), I'm back to keeping the outfits simple and basic to battle the heat. Would love a bag, slung across my body that will give me the fashion credit I so desperately deserve. The two bags I'm eying are from a very unlikely source, Reed Krakoff. Though I'm not the biggest fan of the logo emblazoned Coach bags he designs, I have to take my hat off to Reed. The man can design some accessories.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=Screenshot2011-01-13at124415AM.png" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/Screenshot2011-01-13at124415AM.png" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.reedkrakoff.com/online/handbags/Home-16001-16500-en?langId=-1&storeId=16001&catalogId=16500&cid=00504RSG&bannerCode=00504RSG&viewTaskName=COABannerCodeDirectorCmd#/detail-view">Reed Krakoff Utility Messenger II (Flannel and Python) - $796</a><br /><br /></div>My boss in NY recently purchased his Utility Messenger II bag (above) and it's pretty much the sickest bag I've seen in a long time. It definitely has the "IT" bag appeal, which I'm surprised I haven't seen more starlet/editors carrying it...I wonder who's handling his PR. Anywho, the above bag is one that I'm so seriously thinking about draining my savings account for...Mom Dukes is taking care of the iPhone so we're all set there...in case you were wondering :). I just need to decide on which color - grey (though I don't wanna be a copycat) or the brown...Decisions, decisions.<br /><br />What do you think?Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-16986498350485283952011-01-11T12:28:00.012-05:002011-01-11T18:30:49.318-05:00Happy Happy Joy Joy...<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=Screenshot2011-01-11at123931PM.png" target="_blank"><img style="width: 685px; height: 366px;" src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/Screenshot2011-01-11at123931PM.png" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a></span><br /><br /></div>This is the best news yet of 2011. <a href="http://www.fastcompany.com/1716217/verizon-iphone-special-announcement-live">FINALLY</a>, Verizon and Apple have come together to bring the million, billion, trillion Verizon customers on the MOST RELIABLE NETWORK the iPhone 4!!!! My 25th birthday is March 18th (shout out to the Pisces) but it comes early when Verizon customers are allowed to pre-order the iPhone4 beginning February 3rd. Happy, Happy, Joy, Joy!!!! I think this post deserves a little song and dance. What do you say? Shall we...<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><object height="385" width="480"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/AiY5lF7EME4?fs=1&hl=en_US"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/AiY5lF7EME4?fs=1&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" height="385" width="480"></embed></object><br /></div>Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-35171144125327845262011-01-10T23:47:00.011-05:002011-01-11T00:37:48.578-05:00Life, Decoded...One of my many New Year's Resolutions was to read more. Yes, I said it. I don't read enough and this year I plan to do just that. Read one book a month. When I was in college, I could devour books like no one's business. It was out of control, I would read between study hall, long nights and numerous runs to Starbucks. The most exciting thing (yes, reading can be very exciting, just ask Oprah) each semester I read for leisure I found that I did so much better than the semesters when I didn't read. Maybe it was my brain constantly problem solving, thinking, doing what it does best! Could this be what Albert stumbled upon when he said we only use 5% of our brain's potential? Either way, I'm on it this year.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBy_yZNAx2bAGKuDmVQAaQv38Nu0z_nq3H2-R-2GGt1v33FDuRa0sMHuBqJqLqmEuzjh1MJRW3N5Sxaf93aNSENlgtBDMQ83M4YeiWEh4dUCQEQv5trLZ27Nw3bcD48goCAJSzNCcnPtM/s1600/51B9zjtld6L._SS500_.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 440px; height: 440px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBy_yZNAx2bAGKuDmVQAaQv38Nu0z_nq3H2-R-2GGt1v33FDuRa0sMHuBqJqLqmEuzjh1MJRW3N5Sxaf93aNSENlgtBDMQ83M4YeiWEh4dUCQEQv5trLZ27Nw3bcD48goCAJSzNCcnPtM/s400/51B9zjtld6L._SS500_.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5560795191814418146" border="0" /></a><br />First up, Jay-Z's recently released book, Decoded. The book is sort of like an autobiography/road map to life's greatest lessons from one of life's greatest artists. Jay begins with his humble begins in the throws of Marcy Projects (Bed Stuy Brooklyn, NY) and all of the temptations that faced him growing up without his dad and wanting cash and a better way of life fast. The book is divided into sections that speak to the development of Jay as an artist, but also as a man. At the end of each section, Jay includes a few of his songs that relate to the section's topics. With the inclusion of foot notes throughout, you get a glimpse into why certain words/phrases are used and what they mean/meant when the song was produced.<br /><br />I heard about the book watching, Oprah's Favorite Things, where she talked about how his book gave her another image of the hip-hop genre and made her rethink some of the images she had about the artists who dwell in it's often flashy world. I also watched Jay-Z's feature on Oprah's (yes, I'm obviously obsessed with Ms. Winfrey) Masters Class on OWN, The New Oprah Winfrey Network. To hear Jay discuss so eloquently his life and how he continued to believe in himself and what he had to offer the world made me overly excited to read his book. What a way to start the year. Thanks to Decoded, I have a new outlook on life and what I want to offer the world. Money well spent. I'd like to think I'm off to a great, literary fueled start :).Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-34657113705084197002011-01-06T18:32:00.004-05:002011-01-06T18:47:28.032-05:00New Year, New Me...<div style="text-align: center;"><object height="390" width="640"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/e5NgG5koPZU&hl=en_US&feature=player_embedded&version=3"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/e5NgG5koPZU&hl=en_US&feature=player_embedded&version=3" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" height="390" width="640"></embed></object><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">The above video features The Sartorialist's very own, Scott Schulman, talking about the things that inspire his ever inspiring images found on his <a href="http://www.thesartorialist.blogspot.com/">blog</a>. I love seeing what makes amazing people tick and finding out where they get the inspiration to do the things they do. Scott's blog is definitely a "digital park bench" into the world of fashion and art. It's amazing how nostalgic his images around NY feel when I see them and think back to when I was a wide-eyed, bushy tail freshmen at FIT. Everything about NY excited me and made me thirst for a life that was very different from my humble Maryland upbringing.<br /><br />My desire when I started this blog a year ago was to showcase my many sartorial choices, but also share my many views, ideas, and thoughts on the things happening in my world...our world. I'll have to admit, I lost my way a little since that first post. I tried to see what other blogs did and what made them successful and tried to, in some ways, incorporate those very elements into this blog. The one thing I never kept in mind was the fact that each and every blog, for the most part, is unique and special. An individualistic look at one's life through fashion, art, food, sports, etc. What makes any blog successful is the ability to remain an individual in a world of mockery.<br /><br />So, here we are. My first post of the year and my declaration to remain true to me and what In Ernest will offer to the world. Because, like for Scott and so many other successful bloggers, its not always what other people will find fashionable or interesting that makes something "worthy". It's what feels right to you and what you want to say that makes it valid and worth being shared. Here's to a New Year and New Beginnings.<br /><br />EB<br /></div></div>Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-5430121606743181202010-12-28T22:53:00.013-05:002010-12-28T23:28:34.202-05:00In Style...<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfcunSuvUvQsXnpwqteCwMvheC7dEUV4qdpslpyTW7Kbda1cj0dCNTQnYGqq4_par55LRjxyibCs-Khxl_i_PDzB4-DSRjT2RT_WLan1erB1XaUwstqNork7LWS7UFTH0JSae9rM5zQao/s1600/20061115bonebag.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 573px; height: 431px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfcunSuvUvQsXnpwqteCwMvheC7dEUV4qdpslpyTW7Kbda1cj0dCNTQnYGqq4_par55LRjxyibCs-Khxl_i_PDzB4-DSRjT2RT_WLan1erB1XaUwstqNork7LWS7UFTH0JSae9rM5zQao/s400/20061115bonebag.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5555954817233262786" border="0" /></a>Alexander McQueen Samsonite Black Label Set<br /><br /></div>The holidays always remind me of one thing. No, it's not hot chocolate with marshmallows, or garland strung by the chimney with care, or the hopes that St. Nick would soon be there (and for the record, my house doesn't have a chimney, so good luck with that one homes). Anyway, when I think of the holidays, I think of holiday travel and nothing to me means travel than a nice piece of luggage. The above set is from the late Alexander McQueen and was designed in 2006 as part of the Samsonite Black Label collection.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmvChgYIdE-fxw4P9qeR_Adh1VY0vF1XQMRF3itS9Q7pSuoc8plyUDEhOD_whmCYBPwlS6a8il2q0f2NrNeC_yvVXBg32gTMR-g7jUUOHRH1KRTfeFWYyFjTkwI9aYHzm7NTKz5_cWJGc/s1600/picture-26.png"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 267px; height: 424px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmvChgYIdE-fxw4P9qeR_Adh1VY0vF1XQMRF3itS9Q7pSuoc8plyUDEhOD_whmCYBPwlS6a8il2q0f2NrNeC_yvVXBg32gTMR-g7jUUOHRH1KRTfeFWYyFjTkwI9aYHzm7NTKz5_cWJGc/s400/picture-26.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5555956162967904114" border="0" /></a><br />The design resembles a very, very skinny model's spine and ribs and is what I would consider a sickening set to travel through BWI with<img src="file:///Users/ErnestBee/Desktop/20061115bonebag.jpg" alt="" />. Talk about a head turner. It's pieces like this that you know without a shadow of a doubt wont be thrown up under any plane. Talk about traveling in style! Though "Santa" came and delivered one of the best Christmas' ever, here's to getting an early start for next year.Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-52849502922999491552010-12-21T19:24:00.008-05:002010-12-22T01:14:42.058-05:00Something Wild...<div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3772.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3772.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3771.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3771.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />Shirt: GAP; Jeans: Uniqlo; Shoes: Aldo; Scarf: Chico's; Watch: Michael Kors<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3773.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3773.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /></div>Yesterday was quite amazing and interesting at the same time. Let's start off with the fact that for about an hour or so, this here blog was nicely deleted off the face of the internet :-(. I pretty much damn near died, came back to life and died again. Yes, I know, I don't update as much as I should and if I want this blog to go anywhere fast, I have to put in the time and effort that my million other counterparts put in to have my blog standout amongst the masses of style, fashion, food, art...you get the picture. So heres a little early New Years Resolution...I will update this blog at least 3 times a week! Not just for you, my lovely adored readers (and yes, I adore you, all 27 of you), but for myself. When I thought for a second that my blog was gone forever, it really put things into perspective for me. I LOVE THIS BLOG! It's my child in the attic, it's my escape, it's the only place I ramble on and on (much like I'm doing now) and no one can tell me to shut the fuck up or change the subject. This blog is ME! I LOVE IN ERNEST! I LOVE YOU!<br /><br />Well, now that's out of the way...let's get to the 2nd part of the day, the interesting part. So at about 3am this morning I watched the Lunar Eclipse for the first time in my life and I have to say that it was by far the coolest thing I've seen in a long time. Something about it took me back to being a kid and thinking that aliens lived on the moon and that all my dreams would come true if I only believed in myself, and didn't let anyone tell me otherwise. Wow! It's amazing how as children we possess the drive to run a little faster, color a little longer, and stay up past bedtime just to say we could and did, but when we're adults, that drive slowly comes to a screeching halt and we're left wondering what happened to the inner child that knew no limits to the possibilities of life.<br /><br />This is the reason I broke out the cheetah scarf from Chico's today. It helped remind me that there's a little Wild Child inside of me that wants to rule the world and doesn't care how long it's going to take to do it. Isn't that the greatest thing about fashion? How one article of clothing can make you realize who you are or want to be! Man, this is probably the deepest I've ever gotten on this blog, and you know what...IT FEELS DAMN GOOD!Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-12633273901085768352010-12-09T20:29:00.011-05:002010-12-11T13:07:06.668-05:00Brrr...<div style="text-align: center;"><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3718.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 333px; height: 499px;" src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3718.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3721.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 333px; height: 499px;" src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3721.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a></div><br /></div>The weather in Fort Myers is seriously stressing me out. One day it's 80 degrees, the next it's 50! Surely you can tell which day it was today. Always excited when I can bust out this military jacket and pair it with my favorite pieces in my wardrobe - chambray shirt and staple black pants. Sometimes its so much easier to get dress when you have those staple items in your closet that always work. The combo today is a true testament of that...what do you think?<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3717.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3717.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div>Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-60388749526848698662010-12-04T10:00:00.000-05:002010-12-04T10:17:16.167-05:00Chambray Please...<div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3666.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 333px; height: 499px;" src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3666.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3662.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="width: 333px; height: 499px;" src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3662.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3659.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3659.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />Velvet Vest: Forever21; Chambray Shirt: GAP; Jeans: Uniqlo; Shoes: Aldo; Belt: Uniqlo; Watch: Michael Kors<br /><br /><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3658.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3658.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br /></div>I've always been a fan of the chambray shirt ever since the summer started, but I could never bring myself to pay over $30 for it. Even though there were several times I was really close to breaking down and getting this <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/mens_category/shirts/utilityshirts/PRDOVR%7E84018/84018.jsp">one</a> from J.Crew, I remained a good little boy and waited till I found one that was in my price range. Enter the GAP Friends & Family.<br /><br />What's that you say? 30% off your total purchase? What's the code?!?! So I got this nice striped chambray shirt for $21; including shipping :). I wasn't ready to bring on the full trend of denim on denim so I decided to break the look up a little with the addition of this velvet vest I've had forever. That's kinda funny seeing as this is a piece from Forever21. Now see, even though I didn't spend too much money on the vest, had to have cost less than $20 if I remember correctly, I still get so much use out it during the year. It's a good thing I take care of my garments and treat them all the same...like found piece of treasure that will enhance my collection. Something tells me this chambray shirt will make a nice edition.<br /><br />Happy Friday.<br /></div>Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-6280313652256979122010-11-15T23:12:00.005-05:002010-11-15T23:26:46.333-05:00Firework...<div style="text-align: center;"><object height="505" width="853"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/QGJuMBdaqIw?fs=1&hl=en_US"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/QGJuMBdaqIw?fs=1&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" height="505" width="853"></embed></object><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Do you ever feel like a plastic bag,<br />drifting through the wind<br />wanting to start again?<br />Do you ever feel, feel so paper thin<br />like a house of cards,<br />one blow from caving in?<br /><br />Do you ever feel already buried deep?<br />6 feet under screams but no one seems to hear a thing<br />Do you know that there's still a chance for you<br />'Cause there's a spark in you<br /><br />You just gotta ignite, the light, and let it shine<br />Just own the night like the 4th of July<br /><br />'Cause baby you're a firework<br />Come on, show 'em what you're worth<br />Make 'em go "Oh, oh, oh"<br />As you shoot across the sky-y-y<br /><br />Baby, you're a firework<br />Come on, let your colors burst<br />Make 'em go "Oh, oh, oh"<br />You're gonna leave 'em falling awe-awe-awe<br /><br />You don't have to feel like a waste of space<br />You're original, cannot be replaced<br />If you only knew what the future holds<br />After a hurricane comes a rainbow<br /><br />Maybe your reason why all the doors are closed<br />So you could open one that leads you to the perfect road<br />Like a lightning bolt, your heart will glow<br />And when it's time, you'll know<br /><br />You just gotta ignite, the light, and let it shine<br />Just own the night like the 4th of July<br /><br />'Cause baby you're a firework<br />Come on, show 'em what you're worth<br />Make 'em go "Oh, oh, oh"<br />As you shoot across the sky-y-y<br /><br />Baby, you're a firework<br />Come on, let your colors burst<br />Make 'em go "Oh, Oh, Oh"<br />You're gonna leave 'em falling awe-awe-awe<br /><br />Boom, boom, boom<br />Even brighter than the moon, moon, moon<br />It's always been inside of you, you, you<br />And now it's time to let it through-ough-ough<br /><br />'Cause baby you're a firework<br />Come on, show 'em what you're worth<br />Make 'em go "Oh, Oh, Oh"<br />As you shoot across the sky-y-y<br /><br />Baby, you're a firework<br />Come on, let your colors burst<br />Make 'em go "Oh, Oh, Oh"<br />You're gonna leave 'em falling awe-awe-awe<br /><br />Boom, boom, boom<br />Even brighter than the moon, moon, moon<br />Boom, boom, boom<br />Even brighter than the moon, moon, moon<br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Katy Perry's "Firework" moves me in so many ways. All I can say is I will forever own the night like the 4th of July! With so many people not able to be who they are for whatever reason, it's always nice to know that some celebs do GIVE A DAMN about the little people struggling to let their light shine. I think this song touches me, because growing up as a gay black man was always the hardest thing I ever had to do. Being ridiculed because I preferred fashion over basketball, because I cared that my jeans sat on my waist and not below my ass. I was teased and taunted because I loved being around my "girlfriends" and never wanted to kick it with the fellas.<br /><br />I can honestly say that if it wasn't for my supportive mother, I would have probably tried to commit suicide because growing up and always feeling different is never easy. You're alone, you feel worthless and all you want is for someone to love and respect you for who you are. Thanks, Mom! Is so refreshing that the fashion industry accepts all extremes, especially homosexuals...hell, we thrive in the fashion world, and if I had to pick any universe to dwell in, this is it!<br /><br />For anyone out there who still feels alone and trapped (I still do sometimes) just listen to the words of this song...it's poetry that touches you and let's you know that you are special and should demand to be heard, seen, loved!<br /><br />I'm playing this song every morning when I wake up and right before I go to bed to remind myself that yes, I AM A FIREWORK; SHINING BRIGHTER THAN THE MOON!<br /></div>Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-75991979279097165102010-11-07T21:07:00.005-05:002010-11-09T22:15:57.818-05:00A Little More Grown Up...<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3652.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3652.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3655.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3655.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3653.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3653.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br />Sweater: H&M; Pants: H&M; Shoes: Zara; Watch: Michael Kors<br /><br /></div>Sometimes I find myself fearful of the fact that I am thinking and becoming more and more like a grown-up! Yes, I said the G word. For my generation, we're all about the next party, the next premiere, the next EVERYTHING! I really find myself staying up all night just to make sure I know which celebrity wore what to the premiere of her movie. Honestly, it's quite exhausting at times.<br /><br />Yes, I know! I work in fashion pr and should be all about these things. But come on! Every time you turn around there's some late breaking news about someone being arrested, pregnant, married, divorced, smacked, and the list goes on and on. I guess I really shouldn't complain giving that I'm what you would consider a nosy rosy and want to know everyone's bizness at ALL times! I'm just saying, like my mom and G-ma would say...it'd be nice if the world was a little more calm and we had a little more time to just smell the magnolias.<br /><br />Words of wisdom for a beautiful Sunday!Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-69918649379851876362010-11-03T10:38:00.003-04:002010-11-03T23:12:00.434-04:00When Life Serves You Lemons...<div style="text-align: center;"><br /><object height="390" width="640"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/5DJ75cQ3o3A&hl=en_US&feature=player_embedded&version=3"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/5DJ75cQ3o3A&hl=en_US&feature=player_embedded&version=3" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" height="390" width="640"></embed></object></div><br /><br />We've all heard it and said it..."When life serves you lemons, make lemonade..." Well, I've been served a shit ton of lemons in my day and honestly, lemonade aint cutting it anymore. How about, when life serves you lemons...add vodka for a fun, citrusy, summer cocktail! Now that's more like it. <br /><br />My current helping of lemons comes from the inevitable fact that I won't be in NY to see, shop, and covet the Lavin <3 HM collection. Today, US editors were given a sneak peak of the collection and I have to say that I am so hating on everyone that lives in the Big Apple right now! It's not fair I tell you, it's just not fucking fair (sorry for the strong language, I just sometimes feel really strongly about certain things in life and need a little help from our good friend in the profanity department...but I digress). <br /><br />The above video is a look at all of the fabulousness that will be available beginning November 23rd, although something tells me that by noon it'll all be a distant memory. This match made in fast fashion couture heaven is going to haunt my dreams with lace and chiffon, sequins and ruffles. But hey, at least I'll have this video...it'll be my porn...MY FASHION PORN! Enjoy!Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-56286701295362835172010-10-20T05:52:00.007-04:002010-10-20T06:38:00.648-04:00All The Pretty Pictures...<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXr-w4iVtnvSXX_78F_adhX1J-qzCLohvHr4EGrpF2NtFEtOK6lEpEZ1DrPamaPmJqHIATshPmkaz69Cri4dJGej25KYSshxyiRyEkQwWuHQ0M7kIiCsDW0mSoPSKQxEtkL36G058_l8k/s1600/Screen+shot+2010-10-20+at+5.51.40+AM.png"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 217px; height: 288px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXr-w4iVtnvSXX_78F_adhX1J-qzCLohvHr4EGrpF2NtFEtOK6lEpEZ1DrPamaPmJqHIATshPmkaz69Cri4dJGej25KYSshxyiRyEkQwWuHQ0M7kIiCsDW0mSoPSKQxEtkL36G058_l8k/s400/Screen+shot+2010-10-20+at+5.51.40+AM.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530064926025137810" border="0" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyCfYWtYIJaZJXnQUu1womXbrjaBuwS_wjGVn3dbvFbx3Wr-2MBtv9VHzLN0bFrN7FH1EcWucydSBYTc15YjOBMRpEyseBI9QH-xCBBcGvTEAEDZ0FCK63Zx3DeZpLWiA8jrONlQe6vpk/s1600/Screen+shot+2010-10-20+at+5.50.31+AM.png"><img style="cursor: pointer; 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width: 219px; height: 294px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3D1OQqxnNmP8GnAFeAcjHrw7_9K8tfouEU7_Ln9FZ23mpSzybB8vYx0k7hrjRlsGi3z602bIF7y0k65cvPVIg0Rr7COR2VWMDIlg1aP71-ARHqHALTe-46D2pBbpEvCa4bjk2MxenqTk/s400/Screen+shot+2010-10-20+at+5.43.08+AM.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530064183242698354" border="0" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9zUS21ZGxnNQYu888f5MJtqSS3Xw8Alr-goRc-HOMfOSMYl2JzzqI6fzwsbLfC4_AdYnEbrZhUIFCnq5457GQoZSs02I6CyUi_jw7ONVekvxpBYkTOS8J9mAtp7spx7To5F2DWGM7XJo/s1600/Screen+shot+2010-10-20+at+5.51.10+AM.png"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 219px; height: 290px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9zUS21ZGxnNQYu888f5MJtqSS3Xw8Alr-goRc-HOMfOSMYl2JzzqI6fzwsbLfC4_AdYnEbrZhUIFCnq5457GQoZSs02I6CyUi_jw7ONVekvxpBYkTOS8J9mAtp7spx7To5F2DWGM7XJo/s400/Screen+shot+2010-10-20+at+5.51.10+AM.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530064920878949634" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />I'm really hoping that this Christmas (yes, I know it's a little early to be discussing the season of giving but hey, gotta let momma know early what I want so she can plan accordingly :-) ), to receive some great fashion books for my coffee table. And you thought people in fashion didn't read! Yes, these books are generally larger in size compared to the standard size books on the shelf, and there tends to be a lot of pictures as opposed to words...I'm still trying to see where the issue is coming in.<br /><br />To me, books are sorta like the ever evolving world of blogging. Some blogs are a little too wordy (for me) with little to no pictures, some blogs have great photos to accompany the blogger's thoughts, ideas, opinions, etc., and then there are those blogs that are full of pretty pictures. Get my drift? These books are full of pretty pictures, ideas, and thoughts on some of the most influential people in the industry - just like most of the blogs on the world wide web today. Hope my mom is taking notes :).Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-88114001314657216082010-10-19T00:53:00.005-04:002010-10-20T05:38:55.750-04:00Whip It! Whip It Real Good...<div style="text-align: center;"><object height="385" width="640"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/ymKLymvwD2U?fs=1&hl=en_US"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/ymKLymvwD2U?fs=1&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" height="385" width="640"></embed></object><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;">WOW! Now we've all seen the surge of young tenders hitting the pop music scene looking to make a name for themselves, and I have to say I'm really rooting for Ms. Willow. The child of celeb couple Will and Jada Pinkett Smith, Willow's eclectic and somewhat outlandish style has helped her make a name for herself in the fashion and music world.<br /><br />Her first single, Whip My Hair back and forth is climbing the chart and her highly anticipated video debuted today. Let me know what you think...definitely giving some artists much older than her (she's only 10) a run for their money. Go head lil Willow, whip that hair back and forth. Just don't hurt em.<i><br /></i></div>Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-27048751567635107132010-10-10T23:21:00.008-04:002010-10-10T23:39:14.110-04:00Taking a Walk...<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3532.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3532.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br />Vest: Zara; Shirt: Banana Republic; Pants: H&M; Shoes: Zara;<br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">I went to see The Social Network on Friday with a few friends and all I can say is "WHOA"! While there were a few times that I felt like Mark Z. was a complete a-hole, I have to admit, his passion and determination to be the best was very inspiring. I really think that a lot of people are too lazy to realize their full potential and I have to admit that I at times I have cut myself short because of "couch potato syndrome". NO MORE! <br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3536.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3536.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">There are so many things in life that I want to have, do, and see and I can no longer stand in my own way of getting what I deserve! Today is also 10-10-10 and at church I received an awesome word that spoke to my soul - Spiritual Jurisdiction. I must allow GOD to have jurisdiction over my life which will empower me to have jurisdiction to live my life to the fullest. Here's to a new outlook on life.<br /></div></div></div></div>Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-4724394337872759982010-09-30T19:25:00.005-04:002010-09-30T20:08:44.424-04:00Just Another Day...<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3543.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3543.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3539.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3539.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />Polo: Polo Ralph Lauren; Pants: H&M; Shoes: Zara; Belt: J.Crew; Watch: Michael Kors<br /><br /><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3544.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3544.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Headed out to the gym to work on my fitness and wanted to post this outfit. Feeling very prep master in my Ralph Lauren polo and web belt from J.Crew. With the right pieces a look can really come together with little or no effort at all.<br /><br />What do you think?<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div>Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-65364357809014644222010-09-27T19:28:00.005-04:002010-09-27T19:37:35.624-04:00When In Doubt...<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3526.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3526.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3528.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3528.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3527.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3527.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br />Shirt: Zara; Pants; H&M; Shoes: Zara; Watch: Michael Kors<br /><br /><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3530.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3530.jpg" alt="Photobucket" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">"Aint nobody dope as me, I'm just so fresh, so clean. So fresh and so clean, clean". I absolutely love this song because it describes my mood every time I leave my house. This outfit, while basic in color combination is anything but when you get into the details.<br /><br />I would have to say that this linen pullover was a summer staple and is easily making its way into my Fall lineup. Whenever I feel like keep an outfit simple and clean, yet chic all the same, I reach for a black and white ensemble which is basically fail proof.<br /><br />Anyway, hope your week is off to a great start. Happy Monday.<br /></div></div>Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-30184080982475925272010-09-21T21:58:00.006-04:002010-09-22T21:43:05.648-04:00Focused...<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3525.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3525.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br />Shirt: Polo Ralph Lauren; Trousers: H&M; Shoes: Aldo; Watch: Michael Kors<br /><br /><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3522.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3522.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3521.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3521.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=IMG_3520.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/IMG_3520.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br /><br /></div>Finally! The weather in Fort Myers is breaking and while its still 89 degrees out, there's little to no humidity, making it much more bearable. As you can see...since watching A Single Man (produced by T. Ford), I've pretty much up'd the ante when it comes to getting dressed in the morning.<br /><br />I feel the need to be a little more pulled together, especially from 8 - 7. It feels quite rewarding to walk into the office everyday and know that I feel and look my most powerful! There is nothing more rewarding or liberating than owning a wardrobe of strong pieces that are interchangeable and speak volume.<br /><br />I know I've been getting quite deep on this here blog; it just feels like everyday I have a better understanding of my role in life and who I am and want to become as a man, as a publicist, and as a blogger. Does that make sense? Did I lose you yet...<br /><br />Happy Wednesday.Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2916906538700528398.post-5990765448112602612010-09-17T00:54:00.006-04:002010-09-17T01:21:21.872-04:00A Single Man...<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=sized-images.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/sized-images.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br /></div><br />A Single Man produced/directed by Tom Ford was an absolutely brilliant movie. To state the obvious, the costumes were stunning (based in the 60's) and absolutely inspiring. I love how much attention was paid to detail when people in those days got dressed. It was about where you were going, who you were going to see throughout the day...it was all quite glamourous actually. I really wish Americans could go back to giving a damn about how they look everyday, but one can surely dream.<br /><br />I've never read the novel by Christopher Isherwood (immediately ordered it from Amazon once the credits rolled) and I can hardly wait. The main character, George, played by Colin Firth, is dealing with the lost of his lover to a tragic car accident and the movie takes you through the entire day of George's life. What's interesting about the day that the audience is allowed to share in, is this is the day that George has decided to commit suicide. Deciding that the stress and pain of losing is lover, Jim, is too much, George goes about his day making sure to see everything as clear as possible as he knows this will be the last time.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://s961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/?action=view&current=A-Single-Man.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae100/ErnestBee/A-Single-Man.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket" /></a><br /><br /></div>Tom Ford is completely amazing as the film is shot so beautifully that you are instantly transformed into the psych of George and his melancholy way of thinking. Instantly you feel his pain and want to hold him and tell him to hang in there. The film has a grayish tone to it until George stumbles upon something that instantly ignites his senses - the secretary's lipstick, the rose, a prostitute's mouth, the puppy's smell of buttery toast - all light up and instantly the screen is bright and you feel George's optimism about what life can truly be when enjoyed for the simple beauties that one encounters on a daily basis.<br /><br />All in all, I was so inspired by this movie because it taught me to really appreciate everyday as if it was my last. Make the most out of every single minute, of every single day, because that's all you get. I appreciate Tom bringing this amazing work of literature to film because sometimes, we have to see it and hear it in order to truly understand such a powerful message. Very few movies move, motivate and inspire and A Single Man is that film.Ernest B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14851061542059147819noreply@blogger.com1