By far, the best menswear collection of fall/winter 2013-2014, the fella’s of DSquared2 nailed it as they produced La Nouvelle Noir. Loosely translated “the black new wave”, the collection is based off the 1940’s Jazz era with a modern twist that included luxurious fabrics, detailed tailoring and crips silhouettes. With an all black casting of … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: June 2013
Windy City Times…thirtyunderthirty event…(pics inside)
On yesterday evening, I was honored to be a guest at the Windy City Times, thirtyunderthirty event. As Chicago’s premier news outlet for the LGBT community, WCT set the bar high; honoring the best and brightest individuals in Chicago’s LGBTQQIA youth community and the honorees lived up to the standard. Held at the Center … Continue reading
Chicago Black Pride Weekend…A Comedy Or A Tragedy…
It’s that time of year again where we all begin to plan, budget and prepare for our Black Pride celebration in Chicago. Black pride is the unofficial homecoming for our community and many of us who no longer frequent the weekly nightclubs look forward to coming out, having a great time and connecting with old … Continue reading
Music In My Bones…..
I adore art. Unfortunately I’m not yet financially able to invest in pieces. It’s my goal. I envision a flyy condo spread with a few pieces of insured art in which I can converse about at cocktail parties. I will get there one day. This piece I recently viewed at a past event, struck me … Continue reading
Introducing…Conrad Bromfield.
The Flyy-Life proudly embraces recognizing and highlighting up-&-coming talent. We are thrilled to introduce to you, rising star Conrad Bromfield. Conrad is the latest in a string of young black male models that’s taking the luxury menswear market by storm. Born in Kingston, Jamaica and currently residing in New York, Conrad stands at 6’2 with … Continue reading
The Chicago Movement….Collaboration…
Dancers from world renowned dance troupes throughout the city, descended upon the Auditorium Theater to shoot this pic. Reminiscent of the collaborative spirit of the city, it illustrates the ascending movement that we manifest when we cohesively work together for a common goal. Continue reading
Chicago Urban Socialites- Beau Brummell… (pics inside)
On Sunday, the Chicago Urban Socialites hosted an intimate, invite only social mixer, themed Beau Brummell. George Bryan “Beau” Brummell was an iconic 18th century British figure who became known as the arbiter of men’s fashion among the social elite. Mr. Brummell was legendary for polishing his boots with champagne and credited as being the … Continue reading
…My Mirror…Staring Back At Me
After almost 60 million views, Justin Timberlake’s Mirrors glide across my desk and I now behold the beauty that the others have already captured. Rarely, in our age, do we witness a music video that’s 8 minutes long. What’s even more impressive is that it’s not merely a video but an ingenious work of art … Continue reading
According To Sykes Launch- John Sykes MSW, LCSW… (pics inside)
On Thursday, John Sykes, the Chicago social figure and highly sought after therapist; trained in Trauma Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Methods, specializing in Clinical Social Work, was the man of honor at an intimate gathering of about sixty of Chicago’s finest for the launching of his website, According to Sykes. Hosted by … Continue reading
The Circle Of Life
This piece is breathtakingly beautiful. A very interesting, thought provoking, conversation piece for a sitting room. The surrealism, theme and character of the work makes me think its a Salvador Dali, but I’ve followed the work of Mr. Dali for years and I’ve never stumbled across this one. Surely it would be one his most … Continue reading
Shade or Support…Plight Of The Enterprising Urban Sophisticate…
As I entered into the triple decade club, I awoke to discover that almost instinctually I and my peers began to organically utilize the talents and hobbies we possessed to leave a mark on our worlds. Individually, we utilized due-diligence, set deliverables and became fairly competent at incorporating an effective skill-set to produce an … Continue reading
Mr. DeoVonte “Deo” Means…Editor…
Chicago Socialite DeoVonte “Deo” Means is one of the most recognizable men in the Chicago’s urban LGBT social scene. Deo began his LGBT journey 12 years ago as an active figure within Chicago’s “golden era” ballroom scene. To date, Deo has successfully transitioned himself into the local mainstream LGBT community, lending his support at functions, … Continue reading
The Flyy-Life…
The Fly Life is an underground club track, released by the Basement Jaxx in 1997. The sirens, strategically placed throughout the song, penetrating the barriers of the venue, were the unmitigated call to the euphoric occupants to descend to the dance floor and embrace the bacchanalian atmosphere. Sixteen years later this song is still used … Continue reading
