Janelle Gives you FASHION!

We all know that music and fashion go pretty much hand in hand.....it's something that cannot be denied. Well meet someone who pioneers in both her musicality and her sense of style: Janelle Monae.

Not only am I a big fan of Janelle Monae's music, I simply adore her fashion! The way she rocks a tuxedo is like no other! And that exclusive bouffant is unmatched! Her music takes you to another level just as her fashion does. She explains in INStyle magazine (June 2010) that "I don't really believe in menswear or womenswear, I just like what i like". Truly an inspiring quote! Thanks Ms. Monae, those are words I live by. Fashion has no boundaries, it belongs to whomever takes ownership.

If you don't know about Janelle Monae, check out her official webpage: www.jmonae.com, her twitter @JanelleMonae, and her facebook page!!

Dishevelled...yet, so chic

Sometimes, looking stylish seems so hard! Not at all. With new modern trends becoming so daring and almost pushing the limit, any guy can dress stylish w/ little effort. Follow these simple steps to creating a trendy, yet cool look:

1. Cut a pair of your old distressed denim at the knee-be sure they are a little snug and are cut slightly above the knee

2. Throw an old (or old-looking) t-shirt on w/ a low hanging neck-piece and belt.

3.Step into a pair of high-top Chuck's or old school oxford (or

even more daring, try a boot)

Simple as that! And if you wanna take it even further, put on a layer: a vest, lightweight jacket, summer cardigan. This "bum

chic" look is definitely for the guy w/ little to no style...it's like instant grits: quick and easy!

Let your Rainbows take a break.......

Guys, this summer do something different! Let your feet breathe with style....meet the Gladiator! For the inner-gladiator in all of us men!!!

Paired with the perfect shorts and the right t-shirt to compliment and you've re-created the modern day gladiator for the everyday-man. Some may think it's a little feminine, but, quick history lesson: picture it.....2000 years ago, Ancient Greece....Mount Olympia.....athletes.....gladiators! Don't let society dictate your sense of fashion, it's bad enough they control your income!