I Wanna Be Frank!!!

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Frank Lloyd Wright

When someone says the name, Frank Lloyd Wright, almost everyone would say “Oh I’ve heard of him!”  I’d even bet that if you placed his work in a lineup of other notable architects, most everyone could point out his and get it Wright! 

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Frank Lloyd Wright was a rock star in the world of American architecture.  Wright designed more than 1,000 projects and completed 500 of those works.  One masterpiece of many is “La Miniatura” house.  Built in 1923, it is definitely one of a kind.

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Recognized in 1991 by the American Institute of Architecture as the "greatest American architect of all time," no wonder I Wanna Be Frank!!!

Best regards,

Reynods 

Man-terior!

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This little ranch re-do has a lot of down home detail going on.  I especially like the fireplace filled with books, finish reading then thrown it on the fire.  Genious!

Yeeee-haw ya'll!

Best regards,

Reynolds

Good Times!

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It's television trivia time on Reynolds Still.  Shoud you not be able to answer the question, you are allowed only ONE phone-a-friend.  I'm sure most of us have seen or at least heard of the 70's sitcom, Good Times.  Maybe you remember JJ's "Dynomite!!!"  What about the Sugar Shack painting shown at the end of the show? 

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Do you remember now?  Ernie Barnes is the incredible genious behind this infamous painting as well as many others.  His style is very recognizable with his use of vivd coloring, elongated forms, and unique subject matter.  I've picked out a few of my favorite and honestlly, would love to have one of his paintings hanging in my home. 

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Ernie Barnes is a man of incredible talent and artistry.  It's amazing how he represents the human form on canvas.  For those of you who are as fascinated by his talent as I am, you can purchase a coffee table book of his art HERE.

Good times Mr. Barnes, GOOD TIMES!

Best regards,

Reynolds

Shoe Shine!

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Sometimes you just gotta make those shoes shine!  Try wearing socks with the none traditional approach of black or brown.  The HOT trend for Spring 2011 is to wear something a little unexpected like a purple sock with brown and gray.  Go BOLD or go home boys!  I'm just sayin'.....

Best regards,

Reynolds

Million Dollar Baby

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Jeffrey Alan Marks is soon to be the MILLION DOLLAR BABY on Bravo’s new reality show, Million Dollar Decorators.  The former model turned interior designer has a definite taste for clean lines with a traditional spin.  A student of London’s Inchblad School of Design, the designer is renowned for his distinctively designed, luxurious rooms.  But what I like most about each room he creates is his eye for detail, detail, detail…..     

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A Reynolds Still Favorite.  WHO puts a boat on the ceiling?!?!  Very COOL!

Best regards,

Reynolds

Spring Has Sprung!

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Spring has sprung in this intimate MANscape.  Kind of refreshing don't you think?!

Best regards,

Reynolds

Best Foot Forward…

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Someone once asked me why I spent so much time crossing every “T” and dotting every “I”.  I was quick to respond that you ALWAYS have to put your best foot forward!

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…and so does Barker Black.  English to the core, Barker Black is the epitome of the modern English gentleman.  Established in 1880 by Arthur Barker, Barker Black was quick to become legendary in the craftsmanship and refinement of men’s shoes.  As it was then and still today, BB shoes are essential for any man that wants to make a good impression.

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A Reynolds Stil favorite, can you dig it?!

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Don't you know Mick Jagger has a pair of these!

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Remember fellas, if you wanna leave a good impression.....remember to always put your best foot forward.

Best regards,

Reynolds

Tailor Made Art...

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In the early part of the 20th century the stylish gentleman went to a tailor to have their suits and overcoats made to order.  They selected a suit style and the fabric they desired from large catalogs of men's fashions.  Though tailor made is not as common as it once was, these handsomely detailed plates from a Tailor’s catalog of Men’s Fashion would make for great art! 

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A man of good taste is always tailor made!!

Best regards,

Reynolds

A HOT Collectable…

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Once sold in penny gumball machines 50 some odd years ago, these vintage MINI-working lighters are now a collector’s item. Wish I would have kept mine…..

Go VINTAGE!

Best regards,

Reynolds

Man-terior!

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Guys, sometimes you've gotta show a little bit of sophistication!

Best regards,

Reynolds 

With This Ring…..

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Antique Pistol Spy Gun

Produced in 1800, this antique French pistol spy gun is a creative example of a MANccessory.  This intricate, yet impractical 5-shot working revolver was once one of the smallest killing devices ever created.

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It is believed that if the finger mounted firearm were fired, the smoke, flames, and noise would be significant.  The muzzle velocity would be so loud that the powder burn would be worse than the bullet. 

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Even though it isn’t classified as the most efficient protective firearm, its creative craftsmanship certainly presents itself as an exceptional MANccessory.

Throughout time, the well dressed man has always known when to accessorize and when not to.  One simple rule of good taste is to remember that less is always more.  Today’s designers are mixing it up with every masculine concept imaginable.  I’ve picked out a few Reynolds Still favorites that make a statement “with this ring.”

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Concrete and stainless steel ring by 22design. 

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Stainless steel ring with screws by Rochet Bijoux Siderale.

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Stainless steel and black rubber square ring by Veto.

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Titanium and carbon fiber ring by ZoeandDoyle on Etsy.

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Zebra wood and stainless steel ring by Tivi.

Best regards,

Reynolds

Football, Beer and Hoagies...

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I’ve become addicted to tailgating and the incredible eats that are created.  With the ultimate football game just days away, I thought I better give you guys something to savor with a nice cold beer and a Super Bowl game……

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Hoagie Dip

Ingredients

• 1 medium onion
• 1/2 cup pickled mild banana peppers
• 1/2 head iceberg lettuce
• 1 large tomato, halved and seeded
• 1/4 pound deli-sliced genoa salami
• 1/4 pound deli-sliced ham
• 1/4 pound deli-sliced prosciutto
• 1/4 pound deli-sliced roast turkey
• 1/4 pound deli-sliced provolone cheese
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 10-to-12-inch round loaf Italian bread or Sourdough
• 8 hoagie rolls, cut into pieces, for dipping


Directions

Chop the onion, lettuce and tomato into bite-size pieces. Dice the meats and cheese.

Combine the chopped vegetables, meats, and cheese in a large bowl. Add the mayonnaise, olive oil, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes stirring until everything is mixed thoroughly and tasty.  Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Carve out the center of the bread loaf to make a bowl (don't cut through the bottom) and cut the scraps into bite-size pieces. Serve the hoagie dip in the bread bowl, with the extra bread and hoagie rolls to scoop it up.

Yummers!

Best regards,

Reynolds