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Since the beginning of time bachelors have struggled to create inviting spaces. Thanks to HGTV you can always find the inspiration you need to create your own dream home. #myhgtvlife || #amanaboutstyle || 📸 Aimee Burchard Pearson

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"I feel at home when_______.

Upload a photo or video with #MyHGTVLife for a chance to win a swag bag! Full details here: https://www.hgtv.com/myhgtvlife"

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The Deighton Cup

THIS POST IS SPONSORED BY The Deighton Cup.

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The Deighton Cup

Billed the most stylish event of the summer. The Deighton Cup returned for its 10th anniversary at Hastings Racecourse. Watch as 6,000 racegoers don their best outfits, but only two were found worthy to win this years style stakes. Join us as we meet entrepreneurs, racegoers and new friends.

The Deighton Cup is proudly presented by Parade Agency and The Social Concierge. Partial proceeds benefit Variety – the Children's Charity.

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Special Thanks: 

Photography By: The Glass Eye 

Indochino : Get $25 off your off your first order.

I like her style Vancouver. 

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Hot Topics || New Day North West

Kason Coulter, Richard Meharry, and Antonio Smith of the Seattle Gents stop by New Day NW to weigh in on this week's Hot Topics.

Kenya: Vol 5 || My Adoption Story

My Adoption Story.

In this final Kenya vlog we go on an adventure through Maasai Mara in search of reconnection. Along the way we will get to see the sights and sounds of Kenya one last time ending with a 29 year reunion. 

Many People wonder if they should adopt. In a continuation of my adoption story Kenya vlog. We hear from a mother who adopted outside of her own race. She shares her experiences and advice. 

Catch up on Kenya Vol. 1Vol. 2, Vol. 3, and Vol. 4.

Special thanks to Ollie QuinnSharply, and Maasai Development Project (MDP)

 

 

AMAS: Kenya Vol. 4 || Tour of Nairobi 2018

In this episode, you will get to see a city tour of Nairobi, Kenya. Along the way, you will learn fun facts about Kenya and the city itself. This tour will showcase notable landmarks and the sites and sounds of the city. May this inspire you to explore more. Catch up on Kenya Vol. 1, Vol. 2, and Social Good: Vol. 3

AMAS: Kenya Vol. 3 || Social Good Vlog

A Man About Style has partnered with Le Foodie Co & Maasi Development Project to help a young entrepreneur achieve her dream. Tomonik is a young Kenyan girl from the Maasai Development Project ( MDP ). MDP rescues young girls from female genital mutilation and forced marriage. In this Vlog, we follow MDP founder Jan Latsha as she meets up with Tomonik to inform her of the campaign. With support from business, influencers, and you. We are helping this young entrepreneur achieve her dream of opening up a bakery. Hear Tomonik tell her story first hand while enjoying more sites and sounds from Kenya.  

Remeber with every purchase of a Le Foodie Co bakers delight T-shirt this quarter, they are donating 20% of the net proceeds from the  "Bakers Delight" T-shirts and 10% of the net proceeds from the other t-shirts to help Tomonik bring her vision to life! Thanks for helping us change a life fashionably. 

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Father Time: Casio Edifice

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This post is sponsored by Bubbleboxx on behalf of Casio. 

Father Time

Father time is a fictional reminder that time is the ultimate luxury.  On the third Sunday in June, many of you will be enjoying father time. Do yourself a favor: skip the tie or the worlds best dad mug this year.  Give him a gift that symbolizes that his presence is always missed and felt. A Casio Edifice watch is an honorable way to edify your favorite man.  

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The Gift of Choice.

If time is a luxury, the vessel should match the aesthetic. This sophisticated timepiece - encased in stainless steel - will have many admiring the craftsmanship. With stylish carbon fiber dials, you will notice that functionality doesn't have to be sacrificed for luxury. When designing this watch, Casio had the adventurous man in mind; hence crafting a men's luxury watch that could withstand the everyman's lifestyle. With features like 100m water resistance coupled with a solar power battery, this watch works past your 9-5.   

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 Like the hourglass that father time carries, this luxury watch will be a reminder of a great time spent while functioning as the tool to countdown the moments before a beloved memory.

Northwest New Day: Summer Fashion Styles For Guys

As summer is on the horizon. We partnered with Curtis from The Bright Report to give you some inspiration. Curtis styled three looks from J. Crews 2018 summer collection for New Day Northwest that will have you ready for any occasion you face this season. 

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Social Good | Lefoodie Co. & Maasi Development Project

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Tomonik aspiring entrepreneur and baker. 

Tomonik aspiring entrepreneur and baker. 

A Man About Style has partnered with Le Foodie co & Maasi Development Project to help a young entrepreneur achieve her dream. Tomonik is a young Kenyan girl from the Maasai Development Project. Maasai Development Project rescues young girls from Female Genital Mutilation and forced marriage. Tomonik’s story has inspired us since she is an aspiring entrepreneur. After graduating from secondary school, she began baking bread in a coal oven that the MDP has at their center. Her passion for bread making grew with her skills and she began selling bread in her village. Tomonik’s bread has since gained popularity and she has fallen in love with the business of baking. She now wants to open a bakery!  With every purchase of a Le Foodie Co bakers delight T-shirt this quarter, they are donating 20% of the net proceeds from the  "Bakers Delight" T-shirts and 10% of the net proceeds from the other t-shirts to help Tomonik bring her vision to life! So help us change a life fashionably. 

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About Maasi Development Project. 

MDP Sponsored Children:  

  • MDP Education Center(MDPEC) was founded in November 2010.  The centre has been home to over 70 girls throughout the years. Working with the Child Services Department, MDPEC is a home that is a safe refuge for many girls that have been rescued from forced early marriage, FGM (Female Genital Mutilation), or have been “at-risk”. They are orphaned or come from a single parent household who cannot support them and are at risk of being sold into marriage by a close family member.  MDP provides a safe environment to live and provides education to each child, through college, university or technical School, resulting from their government qualifying exam scores.

 

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MDP Sponsored Trips:  

MDP provides the opportunity for people around the world to join them for free medical/dental mission trips to the interior of Maasailand.  Thus, sharing the opportunity to serve the Maasai community in remote areas with much needed medical and dental needs. These trips also provide opportunities to do building projects and work with our children. On the mission trips a safari is also provided with a stay at a 5-star safari camp.

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MDP Awareness Speaking:

 MDP welcomes the opportunity to come to your school, church, organization, or fundraiser to help bring awareness to the plight of the “at risk” girls in Maasailand. School presentations provide a hands-on opportunity for children to experience another culture.

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Special Thanks: 

MC Photography

Tie: Harrison Blake Apparel 

AMAS: Kenya Vol. 2

In this travel vlog, we get to explore the Kenyan countryside while learning fun facts from Maasai Development founder Jan Latsha. Along the way, you will also get to tour Maxwell Academy where we will meet some old friends from the past. Until next time. 

Special Thanks to Ollie Quinn.  - 10% off with Code OQrichard. 

Special Thanks to Sharply and Maasai Development Project

HGTV | The Lost Episode

Here is the lost episode of our very first vlog. In this episode, we got to tour the 2018 HGTV Dream Home. HGTV provided us an exclusive look at the home before it was given away. We were given the opportunity to meet Brian Patrick Flynn and Celery Jones. Enjoy the tour of this magnificent 1.8 million dollar home. Special thanks to everyone at HGTV. 

AMAS: Kenya Vol. 1

A Man About Style wants better showcase our adventures. Pictures may be worth a thousand words, but videos are more exciting.  In our vlogs, we will give you a behind the scenes look at AMAS. We thought there would be no better way to kick off our new series than to hi-light our recent trip to Kenya. In the coming weeks, you will get to see all that Kenya has to offer. In this episode, we will take you grocery shopping through a Kenyan market. Enjoy! 

10% off Ollie Quinn: Promo OQRichard

10% off Ollie Quinn: Promo OQRichard

Networking: The Social Club

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Networking is a structured plan to get to know people who will do business with you or introduce you to those who will. Typically, ineffective networkers attend several networking groups but talk to the same friend's each time. Obviously, this behavior defeats the entire purpose of networking. Knowing this Laidback Allure in conjunction with The Cloud Room created The Social Club. A gathering where creatives, influencers and business entrepreneurs can converse over drinks and good music.

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Remember networking is inclusive, not exclusive. After learning people's names, don't be afraid to add those wallflowers standing on the fringes to your conversation. This practice allows you to seamlessly move in and out of conversations while being a connector. AMAS also suggests you use your wardrobe to your advantage as comfort starts with appearance. A simple rule is to always dress one level better than the suggested dress code. Lastly be an active listener. Listening makes one captivating and will inspire you to ask smarter questions. Consider what we think about speech, "Talk is cheap", "That's mere rhetoric", "Silence is golden". People don't value listeners because they will respond with answers. We value the people who care to listen. 

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Standout: With Your Wardrobe

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The first thing to plan for is your first impression. Whether it's winning a job or a date, a key to success is making the other person comfortable. Comfort starts with your appearance. Yet there are subtle ways to be distinct. With the right use of color, patterns, and accessories one can command attention without saying a word. This power will now put you in a position of influence. 

 

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Color.

Colors bring about an emotional response in each of us. They stimulate emotions and feelings subconsciously. There are several factors to consider when wearing color: the color of your hair, your skin tone, and your eye colors are some of the most important ones. When incorporating color also consider what some colors symbolize. It is no surprise that the business color blue symbolizes trust, loyalty, and wisdom. 

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Patterns.

Like color, patterns must match the rest of the outfit, suit the occasion and be flattering on you. During Fall and Winter, we suggest adding some Plaid or Houndstooth to your wardrobe to make a statement. In the Spring and Summer Seersucker and Gingham are your game changers. Patterns not only set you apart aesthetically, but many times they add texture to your outfit.  

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Accessories. 

Even in the most conservative environments accessories are your gateway to individuality. When used correctly these pieces will be conversations starters. Yes, ties and socks are the standard. Beyond that consider infusing your wardrobe with pocket squares, tie bars, and the less popular collar bars. In addition, frames can also be used as a practical form of self-expression. Remember the purpose of accessories are to pull everything together unless your outfit is muted make sure they don't speak to loud.

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Life is too short to wear boring cloths.
Carly Cushnie

Special Thanks: 

Partner: Ollie Quinn save 10% with the promo code: OQRichard 

Menswear Creative: Endurance Nweke  IG: curatorfcool

Photographer: Karya Schanilec IG: karyaschanilec.photography

Location: The Cloud Room

Date With A Model

Here at amas, we know dating can be a choir. So we decided to give you some tips on how to attract that special someone. In this episode instead of telling you what to do, we decided to practice what we preach. With Kate Gawlowski of Seattle Models Guild, you will hear her answer some of our favorite date questions. While giving us some tips on these subjects:  

  • How do you slide in a DM?
  • How do you approach a woman at the gym?
  • Should we wear boxers or briefs? 

Special thanks to Third Culture Coffee for sponsoring our wonderful date: 

 

Bonus: If you still have not checked out our currated date mix with Dj Epop here is your chance. 

DJ EPop: More Than A Crush Mix

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A sonic journey through a date. From the excitement of getting ready for that special someone to those intimate moments that foster inside jokes and romance. For the ladies we admire and the women who inspire us to be better men. From galentine to valentines this is for you. The day may be manufactured but our feelings aren't. 

Featuring artists SWV, Drake, Mary J Blige, Teedra Moses, Daniel Caesar, H.E.R,Frank Sinatra, Aaliyah and more.  

Special Thanks to DJ Epop. 

Connect with him on Instagram, Soundcloud and Facebook

A Man About Style Celebrates Seattle Gents 1 year

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Paris, London, and New York the fashion capitals of the world. Seattle may have its work cut out for it, but brands are noticing the tastemakers. Like many style journeys, men are behind. Noticing a void Antonio Smith and Avi Soor created a platform for the male creatives of the city.   

The Seattle Gents is a menswear collective that looks to highlight Seattle culture through various forms of media. From podcasts to models this group has it all. In celebration of a year's worth of work. The Seattle Gents hosted an event for entrepreneurs, brands, and creatives. As you enjoy the highlights of the night, know this is only the begging for this group gentlemen. 

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Photography by Blake Gillies

IG: @blakelygillies   

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