Summer is Almost Here

Slowly summer is making its way to the city. I know I'll hate myself for saying this but I want summer to get here stat! Summer means trips to the beach, roof top parties and lot of more daylight which equals more time to explore too. Recently, I went to check out a new bagel joint that opened in my hood, Bob's Bagel. If you find yourself in Harlem make sure to try these delicious bagels and take some great pics while you're at it.

Photographer: Karina Muñoz

Delicious food always brings a smile to my face.

Shirt and Pants- Descendants of Thieves

This George Frost ID Bracelet is all I needed to go along with this look.

Boat shoes are a summer staple and these from Sebago Litesides collection have been updated to be much lighter!

Because a great t-shirt is also a summer necessity. Mack Weldon has a huge array of great colors.

Well Suited With Indochino

I was invited over to the Indochino location in SoHo recently to experience first hand their custom tailoring service. The chic surroundings helped set the tone as I decided on all the details of the suit. I had someone along the way explaining and showing examples of all the different choices that are available in the showroom. My biggest suggestion is to vocalize your thoughts and doubts so they know what you are looking for and imagining and they will direct you to great options. Be aware that to make a custom suit takes time, so allow your self a few weeks to get things done as you will need to come in for a final fitting once the suit is ready. Take a look at my new favorite suit, the fit and all the details I chose.

Photographer: Ty Mecham

Shirt and tie- Nick Graham

One of my favorite details is the monograming option. Oh, and that lining, I chose that too and it's a swarm of bees!

I went for the three piece suit and love how the waist coat fits.

My Swim Trunks Be 3D Poppin'

Don't say good bye to summer just yet! These swim trunks and shirt from Original Penguin will have you holding on for a bit longer. Inspired by 3D movies, the patterns include film reels, camera, popcorn and more. I loved wearing the shirt and trunks. If you're into these you'll have to check out the rest of the 13 piece collection which include oxfords, polo, jacket and even underwear.

Photographer: Erik Carter

Oh yeah! Almost forgot, a pair of 3D glasses is included with each piece. How else will everyone really see the 3D magic?

I added this awesome blue watch from Nixon, the color just adds enough pop!

Outfit of the Day featuring T.Christopher

T.Christopher has been on my radar for some time now for their great swimwear and because their clothes is made in NYC. I'm glad I was able to have the chance to try out a couple of their pieces a few days ago while enjoying the day in Central Park in NYC. Their concept is about being able to transition from the beach to wherever the day takes you with ease. I wasn't going to the beach but I was not going to let that stop me from enjoying the cool plaid trunks and pink pique polo.

Confession- It was my first time wearing pink. I've avoided it at all costs. I'm not even sure why! That's no longer the case.

The swim trunk fits like a glove. Love the lightweight fabric. 

So, two things I hope you've learned. 1- T.Christopher has some cool pieces. 2- Don't be afraid of trying out new colors.

NYFWM Spring/Summer 17 Pt.1

New York Fashion Week: Men is probably one of the most exhilarating, physically exhausting and fun weeks of the year. The third installment of NYFW:M was a total success bringing dozens of menswear designers to show their Spring/Summer 17 collections. One of the highlights of the week is New York Men's Day which is a special gathering of amazing designers showing under one roof. Here are a few of my favorites- starting with PLAC.

PLAC as I've mentioned before no the blog is a Korean brand and their cool kid style is always prevalent in every collection.

Style notes- Notice the bold and thin stripes. Choose your favorite and add a jacket to break it up.

Love the combination of darks on neutrals.

Everyone needs an oversized navy raincoat.

Max n' Chester definitely impressed me this time around. You should have them on your radar.

Curly hair and airy fabrics, loving all the details- even her red lips.

You can't go wrong with this light blue color palette.

Neutrals and blue hues- classic.

A closer look at the relaxed cut of the suit.

Photgraphy- Phil Van Nostrand

Stay Cool With Seersucker

The summer weather is creeping in ever so slowly here in NYC. I'm ready for whatever comes our way with my new seersucker short sleeve shirt from Haspel. This brand is from The South so they know a thing or two about how to stay and look cool when the temperature rises.They've been doing it since the early 1900's! I paired the seersucker shirt with one of my favorite ripped jeans from Denim & Supply and Clarks desert boots yet another brand with a rich history.

Photography by Phillip Van Nostrand

Interview | Karen Murray, President of Nautica and Their New Store

Ladies and gentlemen- exciting news! Nautica, one of our favorite brands, has opened its first doors to a store in SOHO in New York City. Karen Murray, President of Nautica took a moment to answer a few questions about the new location and about the brand. Take a look at the cool interior design of the store and the great clothes of course.

- Who is the Nautica man and woman?

The Nautica man and woman care deeply about style and the brands that they purchase. They seek many sources for inspiration, especially those with authority such as magazines, blogs and celebrities. Style is a tool that helps them to feel respected and be appropriate. They are driven, self-confident, action-oriented people who take charge of their days, their goals and their aspirations. They have a strong affinity for the water. For them, it’s a place to connect, have fun, be social and active. In their busy lives, the water is a place to get away from the grind and be their best selves.

- Why open a store now?

Two years ago the Nautica team embarked on a brand journey worldwide in an effort to better address the needs of its target consumer and refine their brand positioning. The results enabled the brand to resonate more with the target consumer, broaden its reach, and differentiate itself from other fashion brands. The SoHo store opening embodies the brand’s refreshed marketing and design strategy that was announced in February 2016. The new positioning: Reimagine Nautica - Inspired by the Sea, Designed in the City, celebrates the Nautica brand's home in New York City and its established nautical heritage.

- What are some of the key pieces in the Spring '16 collection we should seek out?

The men's selection offers updated outerwear in new fabrications, such as high-twist poly and water repellent cotton nylon as well as new elements such as engineered pockets and inverted pleats. You will see more wovens, sweaters, sport coats and pants that have been added to the collection to help consumers build head-to-toe looks. The women’s line includes timeless pieces that are versatile. You can expect to see day-to-night staples, like chambray shift dresses, tailored trousers, and modern jumpsuits, available in a feminine mix of neutrals and sea glass shades.

- Are there plans on opening another location in the near future?

We would love to, but our focus right now is building awareness and excitement around the SoHo store.

Frenchies and the Upper East Side

On a perfect spring afternoon in NYC I met up with a couple of new friends, Louie and Oliver, for a stroll on the Upper East Side. We admired the tulips in the middle of Park Avenue then hung out on a stoop and had a grand ol' time.

Say hi, Louie!

Right this way.
Bag - Cambridge Satchel

Who's coming this way?!?
Jacket and Pants- Denim & Supply | Shirt- UniQlo | Hat- QP Collections

Oliver, you're here!

Photographer- Phillip Van Nostrand

A Cup Of Hot Chocolate

Denim jacket- Denim & Supply | T-shirt Mack Weldon | Jeans- Jacob Davis | Sun Glasses- Classic Specs

Are you still hesitating in wearing denim on denim? Don't over think it. The simple rule to break this rule of denim on denim is for the washes or colors of the denim need to be different. What you don't want is for it to look like you are wearing a denim suit with the washes being identical. And do try out new colors for your t-shirts like this one from Mack Weldon.

Photos: Nick Urteaga

Interview | International Model Ryan Taylor

I met up with Ryan Taylor ( VNY ) at the Nomad Hotel lobby in NYC to catch up and see what he's been up to. It's common place to read about models who are musicians or skaters but there are a few out there that are taking matters in to their owns hands with an entrepreneurial spirit. Find out about Ryan and all the adventures his embarking on when he's not in front of the camera in this exclusive interview for Adentro Style.

Photo by Alejandro Brito

Where are you from?
Toronto, Canada

Relationship status-
Currently single, recently currently single

Any plans for the summer?
That's a tricky one. I'm actually going to go with some friends and family from Canada out west to Vancouver Island and we're going to do a 2.5 week hiking trip in the middle of nowhere. Kind of like the west coast version of the Appalachian trail. It's supposed to be very beautiful. I've never been to British Columbia before except for the Rookies which is completely different from what you get in the coast. It will be nice to see it.

How long have you been modeling?
10 years, I started when I was 15 years old. I haven't been modeling the whole 10 years. I took off 4 years and went to college and did some other stuff here and there  Closer to 5 years doing it full time.

Louis Vuitton SS12

What is one of your most memorable photo shoots or projects that you've done as a model?
The one that always sticks out in my mind was an editorial, I want to say it was for Details Magazine. This was a long time ago, about 2007. We were shooting in Tenerife an island off the coast of Africa and we were shooting in a crater of a volcano. It looked like mars, everything was red it was one of the most striking landscapes I've ever seen. The team was amazing and we had a lot of fun. I had never been anywhere close to Africa before at that point in my life- it was a wonderful experience.

United Colors of Benetton FW 2009

What do you do when you are not modeling?

When I’m not modeling, the rest of my time is taken up working on a tech startup, (Bookt) that my partners and I  launched a few months ago. It's basically a communications tool for models and agents. The software focuses on making the casting process easy for models. It automatically puts their castings, jobs, and call-backs into an simple and easy smartphone app. Bookt also calculates casting wait times, provides models with Google powered directions, and helps models keep track of their income with a “quick” bookkeeping feature. This solves many problems agents have had for years. In addition, Bookt provides agents with notifications when models have arrived at their castings, increasing accountability. Agents commonly claim that 20% to 30% of their models don’t go to castings. That's a lot of lost potential income. I'm really excited to work on this project and we have a lot of really valuable features coming in the future. 

How long have you been working on this project?
I've been doing this now, full time for 6 months. The project has been going on for about 13 months. Right now it's available for download and it's free! We're already with a couple of big agencies and close to 1K users. we are currently exclusively in NYC but we plan on branching out.

Bottega Veneta SS13

Where else do you see this App taking you guys?
I see it branching out in so many directions because it's applicable in so many different industries.

Is there anything else that we should know about you?
I love adventure, traveling and back packing, new experiences. I'm the kind of person that would rather climb a mountain for 7 days then go to any club in NYC- that's my cup of tea. Jumping out of a plane, doing whitewater rafting, I feel alive when I'm doing that kind of stuff.

Backstage with Aveda: Loris Diran

Backstage at the Loris Diran show during NYFWM I met up with Jon Reyman from Aveda. He explained what the inspiration for this year's Fall/Winter 2016 show. Jon described their hair as Old-school-Greaser-Fifties but a little more modern. In order to achieve this look they used Men's Firm Hold Gel and then Men's Pomade to give some shine, texture and make it look a little more greasy.

Jon Reyman with Walter Derrig

and Brian Altemus

Photography- Phillip Van Nostrand