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Archive for August, 2009

  • Aug312009

    The Perfect Fabric for Frequent Fliers

    Day 5: Polyester.  Polyester is making a comeback with interesting textures like crushed silk and knits which are now imitating…

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  • Aug302009

    What is Viscose? Do I Have Any Clothes with It?

    Day 4: Viscose.  Viscose is easily blended with other fibers such as satin but, it is very difficult to get…

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  • Aug292009

    ‘Cotton is King’ or So They Said in the South!

    Day 3: Cotton.  Cotton is king if you live in a warm climate--it breathes as opposed to generating extra heat…

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  • Aug282009

    Loving Linen…Gently

    Day 2: Linen.  Linen has a life of its own and can drape wonderfully if it is of high quality.  It…

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  • Aug282009

    Cole, Rood & Haan’s Archival Collection Debuts

    Since the buzz started about six months ago, fashion folks have been waiting to get their 'fix' with the new…

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  • Aug282009

    Dear Blueprint…Need Help! Need Dressy Casual Heels that Work Now & into Fall

    Mystery: I have 3 weddings to do across two days so, I need a nice, classy pump or heel that I can…

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  • Aug272009

    Caring for the Sexy, Sophisticated Clothes You Have!

    Day 1: Cashmere, Lamb's Wool & Mohair.  Woolens are natural, soft fibers which can quickly felt with careless washing so, when…

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  • Aug272009

    How to Throw Fall Colors into Your Wardrobe & Maintain Your Manhood

    The colors of the season are purple, grey and forest green and although Blueprint will be sharing several ideas about…

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  • Aug272009

    Work-Dinner-Date Dress that a Stylishly Chic Woman Should Own

    In reality, it's a houndstooth waistcoat and dress -- and it's divine!  You can wear this into the office, head…

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  • Aug262009

    Oh La La Lustful Item

    Does this ooze with class and sophistication...or what?!  If anyone is interested in purchasing, please contact Smith & Company in Houston,…

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  • Aug262009

    Winner of Contest #5

    Question: Name at least 6 of 8 items a 'stylish man on the go' needs Answer: leather duffel, a pair…

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  • Aug252009

    Spa Review: Cape Grace

    During our time in Cape Town, Johnica and I were given the opportunity to luxuriate at The Spa at Cape…

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  • Aug252009

    The “Bomb” Leather Bomber from Members Only on Sale

    Is it just me or does anyone remember when we used to get the nylon/PVC Members Only jackets for like....$30?! …

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  • Aug252009

    Cape Town Store Review: The Safari Club…Purveyor of Exotic Skins

    The owner, Nicole Temple, rattles off her history and background about how she got where she is today and somewhere…

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  • Aug242009

    ARISE Cape Town Fashion Week: Day 4 Recap

    The final day featured only one designer, Kluk CGDT  likely because Malcolm Kluk and Christiaan Gabriel Du Toit, who are…

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  • Aug242009

    ARISE Cape Town Fashion Week: Day 3 Recap

      The shows Saturday evening started around 6pm and the house was packed- everyone came out to see Gavin Rajah…

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  • Aug242009

    ARISE Cape Town Fashion Week: Day 2 Recap

    It was Friday so, needless to say, the crowds were out and the designers did…

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  • Aug232009

    ARISE Cape Town Fashion Week: Day 1 Recap

    I loved it!  The Cape Town Fashion Week is unlike many others in that it’s…

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  • Aug212009

    I Reminisce about Hello Kitty

    I'm not sure about you but, I have fond memories of Hello Kitty pens, pencils, wallets, notepads, necklaces, charms, etc. …

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  • Aug212009

    Dear Blueprint…Need Help!

    Today kicks off a new feature on the Blueprint for Style blog titled, "Dear Blueprint...Need Help!".  The goal is to…

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  • Aug212009

    Nabeela Abrahams at Cape Town Fashion Week

    Nabeela aka Lady Noble hit the runways at the Cape Town Fashion Week as part of The Graduate Show!  There…

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  • Aug212009

    Camelot Day Spa at The Table Bay Hotel

    Today while in Cape Town, Johnica and I had the pleasure of partaking in a bit of 'exhale' at the Camelot…

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  • Aug202009

    Cape Town Fashion Week – Day 1

    The Cape Town Fashion Week was scheduled to start at 1 pm local time with The Graduate Show however, due…

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  • Aug202009

    I Want…Must Have Samsonite Black Label by Viktor & Rolf

    The Samsonite Black Label by Viktor & Rolf...for a mere $925 at Browns Fashion! So perhaps I won't have it…

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  • Aug192009

    Cape Town…Hometown

    Every time I am in Cape Town, I am reminded of how much I love this city...I fall in love…

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