With hopes of leaving the Houston heat behind, the Hamilton Shirt Co. escaped to the Big Apple to launch our Spring/Summer 2011 collection for men’s market in N.Y.C. We packed up our show – and we took it on the road! For the past few days we met up with press, buyers, friends, and colleagues. [...]

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Whether you are die-hard gearhead, or just in the market for one of the coolest bike ever, Houston Fixed Gear is where its at. This bike shop can create the bike of your dreams; for taking on the urban jungle, leisurely tooling around Houston, or just parking in your living room since the bikes are [...]

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Based on the novel The Talented Mr Ripley by Patricia Highsmith, the 1960 film version of the book called Purple Noon (or Plein Soleil) is one of my favorite movies of all time. Starring the unbelievably handsome Alain Delon in his very first movie role, the look and style of this movie are unsurpassed. If [...]

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Recently we posted a recipe for the Latin rice based drink called Horchata. This easy to make recipe seems to be catching on in wider circles – the drink seems to have become a popular trend. The unique and sweet flavor of Horchata seems to be very adaptable, easily translated into desserts (cupcakes, flan) and [...]

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I recently made a trip on behalf of Hamilton Shirts and while sitting in my hotel lobby and watching travelers check into flights at George Bush International, I took note of all the different kinds of luggage people use. I discovered that the situation ain’t pretty. First I have to admit, I am not a [...]

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Like peering into the worlds of other people? Like seeing how the other half live? If you answered yes, then check out this new book coming out in September from the publisher Assouline & the Council of Fashion Designers of America called American Fashion Designers at Home by Rima Suqi. This new coffee table book [...]

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A remastered version of one of the best rock albums of our lifetimes, “Exile on Main St.” by The Rolling Stones has just been given a facelift and newly re-released. I’ve been listening to this new version non-stop and let me tell you – incredibly, they’ve improved upon a masterpiece. Just like fine wines, The [...]

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Marc Newson along with the famous Italian boat maker Riva have teamed up to create a new limited edition ‘Aquariva‘. Created in a limited edition of just 22 boats to be sold through the Gagosian Art Gallery – this boat is the perfect mix of classic style and modern function. Esteemed designer, Marc Newson, is [...]

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Today marks the birthday of John F. Kennedy. He was born on this day in 1917 and would have been 93 this year. This iconic President is not only remembered for his politics – but also for his classic sense of style.

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Last week the groundbreaking film Lilies of the Field was on Turner Classic Movies and I got to thinking how Sidney Poitier, while one of the greatest actors of our time, is often overlooked for his impeccable style. Whenever you read about best dressed screen icons…its always the same list: Cary Grant, Fred Astaire, Steve [...]

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