Effort is opportunity Every effort, no matter how small or tedious or seemingly insignificant, builds value in your life. Every effort is an opportunity. With every effort, you make a difference in the world. With every effort, you express your …
For Plus-Size Men
by Corbin Chamberlain Men who fit into the size range offered by most brands have Mr. Porter,Valetmag.com and GQ to look to for style inspiration. But where can plus-sized fashion-focused gentlemen go? Chubstr.com, a Web site founded by Bruce Sturgell in 2011. Mr. Sturgell said …
Inside The UPTOWN Fashion & Music Issue
It’s that time of year again when fashion and music collide here at UPTOWN. And if there’s one thing we know about these two art forms it’s that what’s old becomes new and what’s new gets old really fast — unless …
FELLAS: The Newest Workout Gear Trend
Don’t feel guilty for dropping extra dough on that new piece of fitness gear. Not only does it boost your speed, it also helps the environment. There’s a common theme emerging from the big brands: green gear. Nike’s doing it. …
GET THE LOOK: 3 “Sparkle” Inspired Outfits For The Retro Fashion Lover In You
Although many critics and movie-goers were not wowed with the remake of the movie “Sparkle,”there’s one thing for certain–Sparkle, her sisters and mama were dressed from head to toe! Costume designer Ruth E. Carter captures the upper middle class style of …
Daily Motivation 8.28.12
“The truth is that we can learn to condition our minds, bodies, and emotions to link pain or pleasure to whatever we choose. By changing what we link pain and pleasure to, we will instantly change our behaviors.” – Tony …
15 Easy Ways To Eat Less (& Still Feel Full)
By Whitney Greer The most basic way to lose weight is to consume fewer calories. Did you know that there are some very easy ways to drop up to a pound a week – just by trimming 500 calories each …
Daily Motivation 8.27.12
“The secret of success is learning how to use pain and pleasure instead of having pain and pleasure use you. If you do that, you’re in control of your life. If you don’t, life controls you.” – Tony Robbins
Lupe Fiasco – Bitch Bad (Video) – Let Me Know What You Think #HonestMusic
This song has a great message in both the lyrics and video. We need to understand the images and messages we are putting out to our children. Let me know what you think.
They Had It Going On! 8 Stylish Sitcom Stars Of The ’70s and ’80s
A few weeks ago we mourned the loss of television icon, Sherman Hemsley, who died at the age of 74. Whether you remember him from the ’70s sitcom The Jeffersons or have fond memories of him as Deacon Frye on Amen, we all remember that the 74 year old …
Daily Motivation 8.24.12
Positive example Don’t merely wait or wish or hope for the world to become more positive. The world becomes more positive when you become more positive. The experience of life in this world is not something that is imposed upon …
Success: You Have to Want It As Bad As You Want To Breathe
By Eric Thomas Many people have heard me preach this message over the last few years yet, not many people truly understand the essence of the quote. It is not just a catchy phrase that inspires you for a moment …
The 10 most influential gadgets ever made
1. Sony Walkman – 1979 Imagine a world without Cliff Richard’s Wired For Sound. That’s what you’d have without the Walkman, which first appeared in 1979 and transformed the way we listened to, and thought about, music. With the Walkman, everyday …
Love Origami? How About A Speaker!
The Viva Speakers are inspired by origami and are extremely portable. Good enough to slip into your pocket! The docking speakers work well with the iPhone and other Android phones. It works with Bluetooth syncing as well. To open it …
Daily Motivation 8.23.12
Give your care If you don’t really care about what you’re doing, why are you wasting your precious time doing it? If you’re going to spend your time on something, then give your care, attention, interest, curiosity and enthusiasm to …
Establishing Trust in Dating and Relationships
Trust is the most essential part in dating and relationship. A relationship without trust does not make any sense. The word ‘trust’ is spoken and mentioned so many times but not many people actually know its meaning and importance in establishing …
Dating: Mixed Signals From Women
Guys, don’t assume that a woman likes you simply because she smiles and listens to you. Women never say exactly what they’re thinking. Who knows why? Maybe their emotions get in the way. Women act odd and unpredictably, often even …
Daily Motivation 8.22.12
If you keep going in and out of the same relationship, chances are you are going to get hurt. People come together in a relationship to learn. Once you learn your lesson it is time to move on. Take your …
Where The Biggest Names Will Be on Fashion’s Night Out
By Justin Fenner Over 500 American cities will celebrate the fourth installment of Fashion’s Night Out on Sept. 6, but many of the event’s biggest appearances will happen in New York. Designers like Oscar de la Renta and Vera Wang …
The Ultimate Gear Coat
Are you ready to go? Run through the checklist: phone, MP3 player, tablet, camera, spare cards, cords, water, shades, wallet. Do you really want to fit all of that in your pockets? Whether touring the world or just running errands there …