Gentleman Start Your Engines: The Annual Car Issue by Fenuxe Magazine Management

FENUXE

Tyler Calkins

PUBLISHER/EDITOR-IN-CHIEF tyler@fenuxe.com Anne Clarke • Associate Publisher Anne@fenuxe.com D. David Kinney • Digital editor Mikkel Hyldebrandt • Fashion & Grooming Director Dino Thompson-Sarmiento • Senior Writer

ART

Josh Murtha • ART DIRECTOR Mark Cook • FASHION PRODUCTION

ATLANTA MARKETING Jeff Anderson | 404.835.2016 EXT 1 • Sales Manager Richard Brown • ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

National Advertising Rivendell Media 212-242-6863 sales@rivendellmedia.com

Operations Candace Hunziker • Assistant

Special Thanks to: Nalley BMW, ROC Republic of Couture, Ty Autry, Ansley Eyecare and Josh Hobgood.

To advertise, please call 404.835.2016 email info@fenuxe.com or visit www.fenuxe.com Published by MEDIA POP, inc © 2014 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 1599-A Memorial Drive, Atlanta GA, 30317 Phone: 404.835.2016 | Fax: 404.835.2356 Opinions and claims made by advertisers are those of the advertisers only. Fenuxe accepts no liability for any claims made by advertisers. The views and opinions expressed in this issue are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency of MEDIA POP, Inc.

FENUXE is proud to support:

Ah, the smell of burning rubber.

If you’re ready for a really ‘tricked up’ Mercedes-Benz, we’ve got it up for you—right on our showroom floor. Check out the selection of models all pumped up with horsepower, muscle and let’s not forget the Mercedes-Benz handsome style. Call me, let’s take a test drive and burn some rubber together.

People Drive Us. Richard Kelly, Sales Consultant

mercedesofbuckhead.com

2799 Piedmont Road

Atlanta, GA 30305

404-846-3500

FENUXE 1.16.2014

FEATURES 10 Cashing In 12 Style Driven 14 South Beach Savvy Singing Stars Belt It Out At Jungle

20 Traffic Jams You'll Love 23 Hot Wheels For 2014 32 Fashion Shoot: Creature of Comfort 50 5 Places To Get your Fill

ESSENTIALS 37 38 40 42 44 48

Fenuxe After Dark Calendar & Parties Horoscopes Hey Girl Hey OUT Photos Gay Atlanta Map Cover Model: Ty Autry Starring as ‘Nikola’ in the upcoming world premiere of “Radical Love” at DramaTech Theater February 14-15 & 19-22 at 8pm. Scan the QR Code with your smart phone to like us on

22,569 likes

VISIT US ONLINE Access US ON

FENUXE.COM INFO@FENUXE.COM FOLLOW US ON

TWITTER.COM/FENUXEMAGAZINE

Reservations can be made at DramaTech.org

Photography by: Josh Hobgood Styling by: Mikkel Hyldebrandt Clothing Credits: Jacket, G-Star Raw Knit, adidas SLVR Pants, J.C.Rags Shoes, Swims

theGAGE Law Firm

Atlantaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s LGBT Lawyer

DUI Drug Possession Felonies Misdemeanors

678 954 5730

160 Clairemont Ave., Suite 200 Decatur, Georgia 30030 S. Derek Gage Attorney at Law

www.thegagefirm.com

Fashion

CASHING IN Mikkel Hyldebrandt, Fashion Director Along with your phone and keys, your wallet is part of the ‘holy trinity’ of personal belongings – no matter where you go it is always with you. And whether you are into a traditional pocketbook, a designer bi-fold or a simple leather bill-fold, it always gives a great ﬁrst impression if you whip out a wallet, which is not over-stuﬀed and is in overall good shape. After all, some of your most important documents and cards are contained in your wallet so why shouldn’t they be both protected and presented in the best possible way?

HOW TO LOSE THE BULGE

A stuffed wallet is a good thing if it’s stuffed with cash and not coins, oodles of loyalty cards and receipts dating back to that drunken fast food frenzy in 2005. An over-stuffed wallet will not only damage your important IDs and credit cards, but it will also ruin your clothes and your silhouette. Wear it in your back pocket and your ass will be magniﬁed. In the front it will more than likely transcend your actual bulge - and you wouldn’t want that, would you? 10 : January 16, 2014

Bellroy Small Wallet, $60

Bottega Veneta Bronze Leather Wallet, $450

Burberry Leather Hard Case, $150

Coach Colorblock Leather Wallet, $168

Fossil Durant Gusset Traveler Wallet, $50

Corter Leather Travel Wallet, $89

Intraligi Paper Wallet, $17

Large Leather Wallet by The Leather Shop, $140

Magnetic Money Clip, $20

NO COINS ALLOWED

SEPARATE CARDS

NO RECEIPT STORAGE

Don’t use your wallet for coin storage where they will bend and scratch cards. Instead keep (a little) change in your pocket, in your bag or in your car where you actually might need it. Maybe even make a change jar at home, which in no time becomes a good little stash of cash. Or tip more generously.

Split up your cards so those that you use daily get a separate slot and those you use infrequently are stacked in one slot. And lose all those loyalty cards that you almost never use.

You don’t need to store all of your receipts in your wallet. You can either take them out and store them, or you can snap a photo of them with your phone which is perfectly ﬁne for refunds or warranties.

FENUXE.COM : 11

Trending Look: Acne Studios Oliver Brown Leather Jacket, $1,450

STYLE DRIVEN Mikkel Hyldebrandt, Fashion Director

A car is a means of transportation that takes you from point A to point B. Sounds pretty simple but as you know almost nothing in life is simple. Your car is in reality so much more and it says so much about who you are. Which is why it's so important to inhabit your car in style. Because as a wise man once said; sometimes it's not about the destination, but the journey itself.

Aspinal of London Leather Driving Gloves, $169

La Roche-Posay Sunscreen SPF 60, $30

Bottega Veneta Key Chain, $210

Swims Rubber & Mesh Shoes, $160

Beats Pill, $200 H&M Hat, $15

Selected Nylon Holdall, $100

Ted Baker Scarf, $80

Persol Sunglasses, $310

CliďŹ&#x20AC; Bar, $3

PHOTO CREDIT: Tesla Model S

12 : January 16, 2014

FENUXE.COM : 13

Xplore

S O U T H B E AC H

SAVVY FOCUS : THE BETSY HOTEL Dino Thompson-Sarmiento and Christopher Daniel

THOUGH THERE ARE NUMEROUS FOUR STAR, FOUR DIAMOND HOTELS THAT SPAN THE GLOBE, SPENDING A FEW, DAYS AND NIGHTS AT MIAMI’S EXQUISITE, COLONIAL-STYLED BETSY HOTEL IS THE MOST EXQUISITE RETREAT ANYONE CAN WISH FOR. The Betsy is conveniently located on Ocean Drive amidst South Beach’s tropical landscape. The staff rolls out the red carpet for everyone that walks through the doors and across the fabulous terrazzo tiles. It’s the type of place where every ice bucket comes delivered to the rooms ﬁlled to the rim and the fruit trays are always fresh and extravagant. The Betsy’s staff waits on guests hand and foot, so expect to live like a king or queen. The plush king-size poster beds are draped with bright white soft pillows and the 14 : January 16, 2014

finest linens available. The staff even places a poetry bookmark made with wildflower seeds on the pillows every night and waiters constantly refill water glasses after only a few sips. Don’t even think about lifting a finger or blinking an eye because The Betsy has its guests covered. Let’s say a couple decides to take a walk along the white sandy beach and enjoy a cool breeze by the palm trees. The Betsy’s concierges will supply two padded beach chairs, a hut, fresh towels and a complimentary tote bag for carrying books. The Betsy knows how to provide everything without question, whether it’s an umbrella, snuggly robe or a Sherpa. The luxury retreat boasts 61 rooms and is known for its lively, captivating details and feature areas that will pamper you in paradise. There’s a state-of-the-art 24 hour fitness center, a courtyard pool and

a Wellness Garden and Spa equipped with private cabanas for deep massages. And don’t miss a chance to visit The Betsy’s rooftop wooden deck overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, where a cool ocean mist lightly showers over the bar area. The Betsy – restored as a boutique hotel in 2006 – is the Southeast’s singular literary hotel noted for its awardwinning, studio-savvy Writer’s Room. The tranquil second ﬂoor hideaway and best kept secret has hosted some of the most creative minds and thinkers of our time: Poet Laureate Billy Collins, President Obama’s 2013 Inaugural poet Richard Blanco, NPR’s Scott Blakenship, Project Runway’s Emilio Sosa and NYU professor Thomas Healy. The Writer’s Room was unveiled in April 2012 during National Poetry Month to ensure the arts are preserved and regarded as cultural necessities. On any

during their stay and a journal as a token of appreciation.

given night throughout The Betsy, there is live music, art exhibits, poetry readings or book signings going on simultaneously.

Historic yet contemporary, The Writer’s Room is a breathtaking attraction at The Betsy. The space is replete with authentic black walnut hardwood floors, white wooden shuttered windows and white cabinets. Pulitzer Prize finalist poet Hyam Plutzik’s desk, the main feature, has a mini-library above. The marble bathroom is another dose of dramatic: high definition LCD-TVs with a Bose sound system in the mirrors, as well as a spacious walk-in rain shower. Literature and those that create it are highly revered here: writers are given a daily per diem

If patrons work up an appetite, The Betsy’s BLT Steak features some of the most delectable cuisine, courtesy of Chef Laurent Tourondel. Consider trying a succulent sushi ﬁsh taco or the magniﬁcent peekytoe crab with mango. One of the best steak restaurants in South Beach, it’s just wrong not to sink your teeth into a mouth-watering Porterhouse for two or a juicy New York Strip with a side of creamed spinach or grilled asparagus. The Betsy is also one of the few hotels in the world that reaches out to diverse communities. Since reopening in 2009, The Betsy has actively partnered with over 200 service organizations onsite. The American Black Film Festival (ABFF), the Jewish American and Holocaust Literature Association National Conference and the John

Lennon Educational Tour Bus are some of the programs and festivals that selected The Betsy as their host hotel. Among the many other fine touches: all of The Betsy’s rooms each carry MALIN+GOETZ bath products, Sferra linens and Illy coffee (each of the brands support strong community and the environment). Proceeds from purchased tote bags at The Betsy are donated to Zara’s Center, which assists children in Zimbabwe affected by AIDS. The Betsy Hotel’s environment breathes an unprecedented regal attitude and flare to all guests. It’s genuine service that goes beyond exceptional and redefines Southern hospitality. Even after just one night there, it’s quite obvious that The Betsy Hotel’s presentation and experience are everything its motto insists: “Expect no more. This is happiness.” Visit www.betsyhotel.com and book your getaway today.

FENUXE.COM : 15

16 : January 16, 2014

Feature

LIVE TV SHOW, SINg FOR yOUR LIFE IN ATLANTA

Singing Stars Belt it out at

Jungle

“Sing for Your Life” is an Atlanta singing competition that features local talent and is formatted after national television singing competitions. Hosted at Jungle nightclub, the audience gets to vote for their favorite singers and the two singers with the fewest votes has to sing for their lives! Judges then decide who moves forward to the week of live shows and who is going home. Backed by live musicians and mentored by industry professionals, contestants receive performance coaching and style consultations, in addition to media exposure. Singers have the opportunity to garner votes by showcasing their talents weekly as well as strengthening their online presence by engaging fans via a social media vote on the “Sing For Your Life” website. The winner, a new singing star, will receive complete press package, an original threesong EP, a magazine cover and editorial, multiple bookings, and a cash prize. For more details visit SingForyourLifeATL.com or JungleATL.com

Anne Clarke, Associate Publisher

MENTORING PANEL BARRY BRANDON: Producer/Promoter JL RODRIGUEZ: Singer/Songwriter MICHAEL ROBINSON: Dancer/Choreographer

HOST JEAN KELLEY

Amanda Hale INSTRUMENT: Singer/songwriter BASE: Atlanta, GA RELEASES: “Amanda Hale” (EP) 2010; “Phatasmagoria” (single) 2013 MUSIC GENRE: Pop/Rock/Christian Amanda Hale is a singer and songwriter based out of Atlanta. She released her ﬁrst self-titled EP in 2010 and released her new single “Phantasmagoria” last year. While Amanda is known for her upbeat pop/rock material, she has stretched the musical and lyrical conceptuality of her artistry over the past few years. Through this artistic journey she says she has found a new perception of authentic creativity.

Anna Ward INSTRUMENT: Singer/Viola BASE: Atlanta, GA MUSIC GENRE: Pop/Rock/Soul Anna began to sing at age 16 when she joined a Christian music band. Traveling to diﬀerent states and performing at conventions, she found a real passion for people. She eventually connected with other artists online and began working with Ricky Raw, who taught her the basics of stage performance, PR, recording and mixing. While she’s had little formal vocal training, she has a natural tone and ear for music. Her major musical influences include Stevie Nicks, Christina Aguilera, Amy Winehouse, Alanis Morissette and Sarah McLachlan.

Ansley Gwinn

Autumn Hamilton

Singer/Actress BASE: Marietta, GA MUSIC GENRE: Musical Theater

Singer/Actress BASE: Atlanta, GA MUSIC GENRE: Musical Theater/Pop

Ansley Gwinn is from Marietta and ﬁrst took to the stage on her family's ﬁreplace mantel as a child, singing made up songs. She moved to Alaska after high school and worked as a nanny and vocal/performance coach for children. She eventually moved back to Atlanta in 2009 and immediately fell in love with the community theater scene. She recently won a 2013 MAT award for Best Leading Actress in a Musical.

Autumn Hamilton attended Catawba College in North Carolina and earned her Bachelor's in Musical Theatre. While pursuing her degree, she was recognized by her school with a vocal scholarship. Her resume spans across educational and regional theatres as well as popular music credits. Highlights include: “RENT,” “Thoroughly Modern Millie,” “Legally Blonde,” The Beatles’ “Abbey Road,” Pink Floyd's “Dark Side of the Moon” and “Queen's Greatest Hits.”

Briana Richel Singer / Songwriter BASE: New York MUSIC GENRE: Classical/Musical Theater Briana Richel is a versatile cross over singer/songwriter. She was classically trained beginning at the age of nine. She credits much of her success to renowned Judith Fredricks of the Metropolitan Opera. In addition to classical and Broadway, she loves rock and R&B belt. When she’s not busy performing, she also works as a vocal instructor.

18 : January 16, 2014

Christy Clark Singer BASE: Atlanta, GA MUSIC GENRE: Musical Theater/Pop Christy Clark, 26, is an Atlanta native with dreams of Broadway superstardom. She graduated with a Bachelors of Fine Arts from Savannah College of Art and Design and is now in the process of establishing herself in the entertainment industry. Some of her greatest musical influences include: Aretha Franklin, Minnie Ripperton, Audra McDonald, Chaka Khan, Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Barbra Streisand, and Lisa Fisher.

Tim Olivar Singer / Songwriter BASE: Valdosta, GA MUSIC GENRE: Musical Theater Tim is pumped to be a part of “Sing for Your Life” Season 2. Living and working in music business is his dream. A graduate from Valdosta State University’s musical theatre program, his theatrical credits range from college performances to professional premieres in Colorado and Florida. He loves writing and singing and has even written his own music. Tim is currently substitute teaching, writing music to accompany CDC public service announcements and pursuing a career as a solo artist.

James Eldridge Singer BASE: Atlanta, GA MUSIC GENRE: All James Eldridge has been singing since he was 15 years old. He enjoys open mics, karaoke and basically anything involving music. His musical influences are Darren Hayes, One Republic, The Fray, The Script, Gavin DeGraw and Boyce Avenue. Originally from Columbus, James moved to the Atlanta area approximately three years ago. His other interests include horror movies, tattoos and animal rescue.

Erick Uphoff Singer / Actor BASE: Atlanta, GA MUSIC GENRE: Musical Theater Erick is originally from Chapel Hill, N.C. He currently lives in Atlanta, but has just moved back east from Los Angeles where he has worked in many facets of the ďŹ eld of entertainment, including dancing , acting and singing. Erick has performed on stage and screen with the likes of Joss Stone, Heather Headly, Stevie Wonder, Mario, Irene Cara, Babyface, El Debarge, Jamie Foxx, Colby O'donis and Skyline.

Dominic Greco Singer BASE: Atlanta, GA MUSIC GENRE: Acapella Group/ Theater Music Dominic graduated in December 2012 from NC State University with a degree in Environmental Engineering and a minor in Environmental Sciences. Throughout his college years spent studying his chosen topics, he consistently maintained an interest in singing and performance. In his sophomore year, he auditioned for a co-ed a cappella group that changed his view of college and his path thereafter. Dominic now resides in Atlanta pursuing his passion.

Edwin Young Singer BASE: Atlanta, GA MUSIC GENRE: All Much of Edwin Youngâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s early musical experience comes from church, where he began singing as a child. He loves writing music, arranging music and singing. In high school he was the founder, creator and the arranger of his high school choir ensemble. He has no vocal training or college experience in music, but possesses a natural gift he looks forward to sharing with Atlanta audiences.

For Lack of a Better Name Singer/Group BASE: Fayetteville, GA MUSIC GENRE: Pop Music This dynamic singing trio is made up of three close friends from the small town of Fayetteville, Ga. Members include Estibaliz (Steabz) Martinez , Alexis Fabian, and Terryne (Tank) Harris. Alexis and Steabz have been friends for 14 years and they have both been friends with Tank for the past 7 years.

Music

TRAFFIC JAMS YOU’LL LOVE Mikkel Hyldebrandt, Fashion Director One of the best places to listen to music is in your car. In fact, the majority of drivers agree that the car is the place where they listen to the majority of their music. And today with all the smartphone hook-ups and online streaming options it is easier than ever to listen to great music while on the road. So, we’ve compiled a few favorites to enhance and musically customize your driving experience.

20 : January December 16, 19, 2014 2013

THE GRAND ARRIVAL When you pull up to the club or arrive at that fabulous valeted house party you want the perfect audio backdrop for your grand entrance. If timed right these tracks will roll out an audible red carpet for you.

THE CARPOOL SING-A-LONG You probably know the scenario well: a fun night out fueled by plenty of drinks (except for the DD of course!) and cranked up tunes during the ride from one club to the next with accompanying loud, drunken car karaoke.

BRITNEY SPEARS Work B**ch CALVIN HARRIS FEAT. ELLIE GOULDING I Need Your Love RICHARD VISSION I Like That MISSY ELLIOTT Shake Your Pom Pom

LORDE Royals P!NK Get The Party Started THE SCISSOR SISTERS Let’s Have a Kiki LADY GAGA Born This Way

THE MELANCHOLIC CRUISE Isn’t it funny how an hour-long drive can lead you to thinking about life, love and all the other great questions? Turn up these tracks and let them be your guiding light through your vehicular selfdiscovery. OTIS REDDING (Sittin’ On) The Dock Of The Bay LANA DEL RAY Summertime Sadness JAMES BLAKE Limit To Your Love KYLIE MINOGUE All The Lovers

THE MOTIVATIONAL JAM It is scientifically proven that music can elevate your mood and boost motivation. So why not pump up that jam on the way to the gym, before that job interview or before an important date? SWEDISH HOUSE MAFIA Miami 2 Ibiza METRO STATION Shake It LCD SOUNDSYSTEM Sound of Silver ELEKTRONIQUE Move That Thing

Currently

Hiring fenuxe magazine iscurrently seeking

Sales Representatives • Base Salary • Competitive Commission PLuS Benefits

Please submit resumes to jeﬀ@fenuxe.com

Lenox Overlook Townhomes From the

Mid $200’s

Move-In Ready and Basement Homes Available! Community Features: • • • • •

Gated Community Amenities Include a Pool, Cabana and Bark Park 2-Car Garages 3 Bedroom/2.5 Bath or 4 Bedroom/3.5 Bath Floor Plans from 1,900 Sq. Ft. to 2,600 Sq. Ft. Exterior Building Maintenance

For more information, please call 404-633-0604 or visit ryland.com.

RA1369

In the Atlanta division, prices, plans and specifications are subject to change without notice. Photographs and or renderings are for illustrative purposes only. Information believed to be accurate but not warranted. BUILDER magazine named Ryland Homes the 2012 “Fastest-Growing Public Homebuilder” in the May 2013 issue of Builder 100. See Sales Counselor for details and a complete list of HouseWorks® features. © 2013 The Ryland Group, Inc.

® ®

FENUXE.COM : 21

22 : December 19, 2013

Anne Clarke, Associate Publisher

A lot of gay men and lesbians tend to be fashion forward – even trendsetting – with product selection. Many are willing to pay a high premium for style. When it comes to cars – like most – we want value, as much as comfort and appealing design. It’s true, we may skimp on comfort upon occasion (remember platform shoes and skinny jeans?), but the value and style; including the fun factor and ease of use, are key when choosing our personal ride. And for those hardcore gear heads who rotate their own tires and change their own oil, these wheels will delight you. FENUXE has selected several 2014 cars that we think will ﬁt your taste and lifestyle – to a tee. There’s something here for everyone!

Marco Marco/Marco Morante Fashion by Marco Marco | Photography by Magnus Hastings

FENUXE.COM : 23

Feature

AUDI A7 We like the hatchback – there I said it! The Audi A7 is swoopy, with a ducktail tush and angular metallic front. It comes complete with sexy LED headlamps that are a shining star in car fashion (we do like our shiny things). The sloped cabin roof does create tighter headroom, although the generous cargo hatch area is a big plus. Add the wood interior treatments and luxurious seats and the Audi feels like a $100k car. We would recommend the V-6 engine, which will give you more than enough power and performance but save at the pump. Put the savings into the sound system! Tunes are a must.

Starting Price: $64,500 Gas Mileage: 24/38

IT MAY BE COLD OUTSIDE

BUT THE MARKET IS HOT

Your House Here

Your house is in demand

SOLD

Buyers are competing for a small number of homes, and you’ve been waiting for just the right opportunity to sell. Allow us to list your home and we’ll do the hard work for you. We do everything we can to ensure your home sells quickly and for fair market value.

J. Brian Crawford

REALTOR

direct 404.913.4522 mobile 404.643.4577 brian@atlantahomespecialists.com

www.atlantahomespecialists.com

Keller Williams Realty Metro Atlanta 24 : January 16, 2014

Looking for a Career in Real Estate? We’re seeking talented individuals to join our growing team. Contact us at: careers@atlantahomespecialists.com

MERCEDES-BENZ CLA-CLASS The new CLA-Class from Mercedes is reinventing the U.S. luxury car market with its 4-door coupe design, long sexy lines and a realistic price point. After introducing the new class in late 2013 the company saw a seventeen percent increase in sales with seventy-ďŹ ve percent of buyers new to the brand. And why not? With a starting price of $29,900 the CLA-Class is a great way to wade into the luxury car market without breaking the bank. Check out the all-new 208 horsepower turbo inline-4 engine and the carâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s incredibly low drag, when combined will give you performance to spare without being a gas guzzler. Then slide inside the cabin and admire the view from the optional panorama glass roof. This is one sexy machine.

Starting Price: $29,900 Gas Mileage: 26/38

FENUXE.COM : 25

Feature

JEEP CHEROKEE Guys, this is not just for your lesbian friends. The 2014 Jeep Cherokee is the all-new smaller brother of the Grand Cherokee. Yes, there is the trademark seven-slot grille, but the front bumper is sleeker, the rump is revised and the headlamps squint. This SUV has the staple Jeep thick body sides and the high arch wheels for ground clearance (perfect for navigating Atlantaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s often bumpy roads).The all-wheel drive system is a much-needed bonus for your in-town, oďŹ&#x20AC;-road adventures. Honestly, the cabin quality is surprisingly desirable, from the basic to the luxurious addons. Want to tow your boat to the mountain house or the lake? The Jeep Cherokee has the muscle to get you there for all of the fun.

Starting Price: $22,995 Gas Mileage: 22/31

28 : January 16, 2014

FIAT 500C ABARTH This is the ultimate Italian driving experience with top down motoring. The Mini Cooper with power and style, you could say. The Fiat 500c Arbarth features a 1.4 liter multiair 160 horsepower, four-cylinder weighted engine and a ﬁve-speed transmission. It may be small, but it drives big. The amenities are unparalleled: leather-covered seats (nothing beats Italian leather), automatic climate control, heated front seats and a TomTom navigation unit. A simple knob controls Fiat’s cloth top roof, allowing for partial adjustments based on sun and passenger comfort. This unique top is quite heavy and is surrounded by rooftop framework completely separated from the side doors and rear window, providing substantial wind buﬀeting. In other words, it allows you freedom similar to a convertible, without the undesirable impact on a suave hair style!

Starting Price: $22,095 Gas Mileage: 31/40

FENUXE.COM : 29

Feature

BMW 3 SERIES SEDAN BMW score points for fuel efficiency and the optional BMW ActiveHybrid system that helps avoid unnecessary fuel consumption. The BMW 3 series sedan standard auto Start Stop function switches oﬀ the engine when the vehicle is idling, making it perfect for the Atlanta driver navigating traffic jams, road work and long red lights. The integrated camera system is also a great navigation tool that comes standard. The Park Assistant feature can measure the size of the parking space as you drive by, allowing you to determine if it’s a proper ﬁt! Not to be outdone by various SUVs, the BMW 3 series sedan Comfort Access option allows you to open the tailgate with your foot. Of course, BMW has quality interior design, exquisite exterior lines, performance functionality and handling, but you do not have to go big to have the best. Yes, the 3 series truly feels like the 5 series. Sometimes smaller is better.

Starting Price: $32,750 Gas Mileage: 32/45

30 : January 16, 2014

CORVETTE STINGRAY 2014 Throw back car of the year! We love the newly designed stingray with its quad rectangular LED taillights and removable carbon fiber roof. It feels like a hot rod. The lines are uniquely Corvette and aggressively sleek while the interior features multi-adjustable seat designs (heated and cooled) and impressive material stitching. The Stingray is a V8 engine but with variable-displacement it runs on four cylinders at cruise to conserve fuel. The Corvette is synonymous with power: zero to 60 in four seconds exemplifies just that. For the techies, the touch screen LCD panel allows you to swipe through configurations. Chevorlet’s MyLink InfoTainment provides Bluetooth calling, automatic climate control and 3d navigation. The 2014 Stingray has put Corvette back in style. With design influences reminiscent of the early ‘60s and a touch of ‘80s bad-ass boss, it’s like a ride in a rocket ship.

Starting Price: $51,000 Gas Mileage: 17/29

Joffe Custom LASIK

$495 CUSTOM LASIK Some restrictions apply

Act by Feb 28th Joffe MediCenter: Atlanta’s Home for Custom LASIK Dr. Manuel Chaknis Over 20,000 successful procedures performed

Treating nearsightedness, farsightedness & astigmatism

Advanced Stateof-the-Art Technology

Experienced & caring team of healthcare professionals

Glasses and contacts could be a thing of the past!

Schedule your Free Custom LASIK exam today!

CALL 877·78·JOFFE OR VISIT WWW.JOFFE.COM FENUXE.COM : 31

Com

Creature Of

32 : January 16, 2014

fort Photographer: Zach Alston Photography Styling: Joe'l Mr Baang Long

Hair and Makeup: Makeup Artistry by Deme J Contemporary men's fashion is all about style that is also comfortable to wear. Whether you are lounging at home or getting ready to go out on the town it's all about soft materials and great fits that underline your physique and confidence without feeling confining or limiting. After all, style is not about pretending to be something you're not but rather being comfortable in your skin.

FENUXE.COM : 33

34 : January 16, 2014

FENUXE.COM : 35

FENUXE after dark

yOUR gUIDE TO gAy ATLANTA

OUTPHOTOS

SING FOR YOUR LIFE 2 1.9.2013 • Jungle

The top 12 contestants performed an array of amazing songs for an appreciative audience.

Sponsored by:

BEARRACUDA

THE BOOK OF MORMON

LOST-N-FOUND YOUTH HOUSE

furrY friENDS rOAr iN 2014

BrOADwAY hit At thE fOX thEAtrE

VOLuNtEEr AND hELP fiX uP NEw hEADquArtErS FENUXE.COM : 37

FENUXE

after dark

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

1.16.14 TO

1.30.14

EMAIL US EVENTS AT

CULTURALPICKS

Calendar@fenuxe.com

1.17.14-1.26.14 THE BOOK CLUB PLAY – HORIZON THEATRE

Last summer the production of The Book Club Play sold out so now it’s back for a second round. The comedy about a book club, which unravels under the scrutinizing lens of a documentary maker is nothing short of hilarious but also raises relevant questions to our media-focused society. Tickets on horizontheatre.com

1.25.14 BEARRACUDA THE HERETIC

Kick off 2014 with a roar and furry friends at the year’s first edition of the popular Bearracuda party. DJ Paul Goodyear is being flown in from Sydney in order to make this a night to remember …

1.28.14 – 2.9.14 THE BOOK OF MORMON – FOX THEATRE

The award-winning and highly acclaimed musical The Book of Mormon by South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone is coming to the beautiful Fox Theatre. The musical has won an impressive nine Tony Awards including Best Musical so expect to be wowed with some real Broadway magic right on Peachtree! Tickets on foxtheatre.org 1.26.14 MIDTOWN MEN – COBB ENERGY

Tony Award winner Christian Hoff, Michael Longoria, Daniel Reichard and Tony Award nominee J. Robert Spencer – the original cast of the Broadway hit Jersey Boys – are reunited for a one-of-a-kind concert experience: The four stars will perform and celebrate the music that defined the sixties. Tickets on themidtownmen-atlanta.ticketsw.com

COMMUNITYPICKS THROUGH 1.18.14 SERVING FACE – BARBARA ARCHER GALLERY

The exhibition has been extended an additional two weeks, which means it will close on January 18th. The artist Aubrey Longley-Cook investigates and documents Atlanta’s drag queens by combining traditional embroidery techniques and animation – a highly interesting and riveting art show that will indeed serve some fierce face! Gallery hours at barbaraarcher.com 1.18.14 LOST-N-FOUND YOUTH 5TH & JUNIPER HOUSE CLEAN-UP

1.25.14

THE ATLANTA DEBUT OF DJ BILLY LACE JUNGLE ATLANTA

Jungle is kicking up the DJ game in Atlanta by getting the rising star DJ Billy Lace to headline for a night at the Jungle. Known for his marathon sets he will surely keep the dance floor packed all night long.

38 : January December 16, 19, 2014 2013

You may have heard that the charity organization Lost-n-Found Youth has a new house on 5th & Juniper – and now they are calling out to all LGBT supporters to dress up warm in work-wear for a scheduled clean-up of the new digs. The new facility will enable Lost-nFound to triple and possibly quadruple the number of homeless youth they can help once the house has received some much needed TLC. So roll up your sleeves and bring lots of tools! For a full list of chores and needed tools go to Lost-n-Found Youth’s facebook page. 1.16.14 – 1.20.14 THE MOVEMENT – ATL’S OFFICIAL KING WEEKEND CELEBRATION

MLK day is coming and to celebrate, honor and remember the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Traxx Atlanta is rolling out a full weekend of events and parties featuring amazing venues, hip hop & house music, sexy gogo dancers and thousands of sexy men from around the world. Go to traxxatlanta.com for more info.

Your financial needs are unique. With an Accredited Domestic Partnership designation, I can help. Wherever you are, whenever you need it, meetings are available by phone or online at a time and place convenient for you. We’ll look at all aspects of your finances, then find solutions that are right for your unique needs. And as your goals and needs change, we’ll be there to adjust your plan and help put your dreams within reach. Our Advisors. Your Dreams. MORE WITHIN REACH®

404.888.9444 | www.ansleyeyecare.com

Call us today for more information or to schedule an initial consultation at (877) 417-8940 or (901) 312-5099 Brian Douglas, CFP®, CRPC®, ADPA® Financial Advisor

r of ne

best Eye wear Pr

465 South Main, Suite 101 Memphis, Tennessee 38103 901-312-5099 brian.k.douglas@ampf.com www.ameripriseadvisors.com/brian.k.douglas

r ide

Win

Douglas & Associates A financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.

2012

20% OFF

A Complete Pair of Eye Glasses (can not combine with insurance or other promotions)

Ansley Mall 1544 Piedmont Ave NE #320 Atlanta, GA 30324 M-Th: 10am-7pm | F: Sa 10am-5pm

Ameriprise Financial is proud to be recognized with another perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index.

The initial consultation provides an overview of financial planning concepts. You will not receive written analysis and/or recommendations. As a client of Ameriprise Financial you may work with different financial advisors over time. Ameriprise Financial cannot guarantee future financial results. Brokerage, investment and financial advisory services are made available through Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA and SIPC. © 2013 Ameriprise Financial, Inc. All rights reserved

HOROSCOPES : 1/16 - 1/29

by Naja Elieva, Your friendly, fabulously costumed, neighborhood Fortune Teller

FENUXE

Capricorn [DEC. 22 – JAN. 19]

Venus? Retrograde? How you laugh yourself to the bank and on the way pick yourself up a brand new Hotrod, er, set of wheels. Maserati anyone? You would drive one if they paid for you to drive it AND gave you the car for free. For some, you are a tightwad, for others just frugal, extremely frugal. While the rest of the world sweats this ‘retrograde’ business, you are casually stufﬁng cash into your ROTH IRAs, your REITS, and ﬁguring out ways to avoid incurring debt going forward. Keep a look out on the 16th. Someone close to you will try to sell you snake oil.

AQUARIUS [JAN. 20 – FEB. 18] You let your car [see:self] go too long without servicing and now it will take you much more time or money to get things running smoothly than if you had just taken heed of those strange noises and smells and jolts, and shudders. You, of ALL the Astrological Signs, should be tuned into this! It takes a lot of avoidance to ignore what is good for you, and to ignore tune ups in favor of racing. Remember: Even the most fabulous paint job will not hide dents. On the 22nd, you will receive a kind word, an offer, maybe help in crossing the street. Accept.

PISCES [FEB. 19 – MAR. 20] Dear one, you have begun to shake yourself free of your ingrained doom and gloom nature. And oh, it is about time! A new you is taking shape, getting ready to emerge from your chrysalis, shimmering, iridescent. Waves of joy, waves of greeting, waves of smiling people. You may believe that savings are not for you, but they are. It is never too late (or too early begin). Because you are unsure of what steps you should take and who you can ask for guidance, look for a fee-only certiﬁed ﬁnancial planner. Watch out for those sudden best friends who will seek you out. January 24th proves that you were right all along. Don’t rub it in, be gracious.

40 : January 16, 2014

after dark

ARIES [MAR. 21 – APR. 19]

The last few months have just been, how should I put it, Oh rambunctious one? You overspent. Everywhere. On everything. All the way. Rein yourself in, stoppppp. That is your ﬁrst priority. You have it already. You have TWO of them, as well. Plug the leak in the dike. Turn yourself inside out if you must, but stop. Sit tight with that concept, wait for this Retrograde/Renegade nonsense to subside, and then re-enter the fray with a different outlook, composure, rebuild your sentience, enjoy your new-found satiety. You will be approached by one you have always looked up to on the 30th and asked for help. Help this person, but do it with discretion.

Taurus [APR. 20 – MAy 20] Nobody knows how many cars you have in your garage. Even more importantly, no one would ever guess how many garages you have. Those around you, even those who have known you for a very long time would be shocked by the passion with which you save not only for a rainy day—more like a monsoon. Splurge on the 21st-23rd (yes, for 3 whole days and nights!) Let down your garrulous guard, look around you, take out a car that you normally only admire, ogle a new trail, go someplace unknown—but enjoy it!

GemIni [MAy 21 – JUN. 22] Most of the time you seem to be pretty cocky and sure of yourself. Not now. You need to be prudent. It matters not a whit if you choose to have a small, gas-sipping beater for the time-being while you perform some financial first aid on yourself, using a tourniquet and your teeth, if necessary. Look at it this way, you have flair, you have style, and you have impressed that upon everyone. If you drive a clunker, than surely that is the next trend, the Shabby Chic of the transportation world, and they will emulate you, you can count on it. Go to that party which you think will be boring. It won’t be, I assure you. A treasure will find you on the 29th.

CANCER [JUN. 21 – JUL. 22] Lo and behold you ran out of gas. And car. And Fuel. “Starting all over again, it’s gonna be rough, ooooh, baby!” No, it’s easy, as easy as you care to make it. I see you swingin’ a leg over a Tangerine-colored Vespa, with someone clinging to you for dear life, following the trail adjacent to the beach, tarry pine scent wafting. Happy New Year, Baby, you gonna go FAST! Check out that almost-roadkill you left in the dust on the 23rd. Deﬁnitely worth saving.

LEO [JUL. 23 – AUg. 22] You are an avid student. Those who cast you as carefree are mistaken. However, you do like to take a relaxed posture and survey your well-deserved domain. Thus, you watch and learn, always keeping a keen eye on the leader of the pack, whomever that is for you in that moment. You save, you share, you savor, and you love nothing more than to whisper sweet nothings, crouched in your den. Watch out for an opportunity on the 27th.

virgo [AUg. 23 – SEPT. 22]

You are game, you are nimble, purged, clean, pure, ready to romp, to sully yourself, to act the innocent, then break character and belch. You have thrown all caution to the wind, have stopped planning, stopped saving—how very un-Virgo-esque of you! You will rapidly molt and change back into your usual ﬁnely plumed mantel, regal, austere, and cautious. Do run the gamut before then, though. The 18th is your lucky day.

libra [SEPT. 23 – OCT. 22]

You have decided to stop. All of it. Whatever you did, all that you wanted, everything you ignored—you defy your own conventions and wait to see if the Earth will swallow you whole for stopping in mid-stride. You believe that this is freedom that you are tasting, but it is actually nothing but a prolonged sigh. Saving, grappling, and trying are not dirty words. Nor is Chevrolet, come to think of it. Glance long and hard on the 16th, sideways. Take in what you see. Truly take it in. Clamber into a pick-up truck, and be gone to try and discover your true New Year’s Resolution.

scorpio [OCT. 23 – NOV. 22]

Gentle, gentle, now! Don’t bite the hand that tosses you morsels. Take the time for proper introductions and leave-takings, moreover, take the time. It has been more difﬁcult than usual of late to get going and set appointments, whether for fun or pleasure. Not to mention work. Work. Settle in, put in some time, invest the time, reap the dividends, invest the dividends, reap the time—just try to discern when to work and when to play—you know no limits, my dear. That is a most attractive trait—at times. Go easy on the 22nd or your payback will sting.

SAGITTARIUS [NOV. 23 – DEC. 21]

Time to let loose a yodel, a cheer, and a brouhaha, whatever your taste might be at the moment. Cheer and relax, nest, review the kinds of investments that you will actually use—it is all too easy to set a New year’s Resolution only to sigh, brushing your lush locks from your brow, gazing heavenward, and sighing groggily, “Money? What money? I don’t know what you’re talking about!” and then batting those lashes furiously. If you don’t decide what you wish to drive, IF you wish to drive, HOW you want to live, WHAT you need to do to make it happen, well, then someone else may very well decide for you. Again. Agape. That which comes to your attention on the 28th should be held in high esteem and at arm’s length.

Have a second? Like us on Facebook: Naja Elieva or A Handy Little Company, LLC.“Let us entertain your guests so you don’t have to.” 404.424.9196 or contact us at NajaElieva.com or AHandyLittleCompany.com © All Rights Reserved

FENUXE.COM : 41

FENUXE

after dark

Holler Poodles!! I hope your New Year is off to a great start! I know some of you have been in the market to buy a new car and as your intrepid reporter willing to go the extra mile to find those hard to find items, I present to you the most interesting new finds. We’ve talked before how big business is realizing the cash cow (not me) that gay people represent. Now it seems they are marketing cars specifically to its gay clientele. In fact, I was approached to test drive a new car made for the big-hipped drag queen type. FORD and AMC have collaborated on a new model combining the wide bodied (read “big hips”) roominess of the AMC Pacer and rear end safety (read “you touch my back end and I’m gonna let you have it!) of a Ford Pinto . The Ford model PU is designed with safety in mind, automatically detecting when volatile organic compounds are present. Through a sophisticated network of micro tubing, these compounds are filtered away from the passenger compartment and combusted in the tail pipes in a beautiful light show big fart. Sure to be the envy of every drag queen. After test driving this new car, my breath was taken away when I farted when they offered to let me be the spokesperson for the Ford PU. I was still breathless with acceptance. A new collaboration between Bose and luxury car makers provides the discerning music lover an experience like no other. As the youth of today are always clamoring for the ultimate immersive sound experience while driving, Bose has introduced “Body Beats” an anally inserted speaker which extends from the drivers seat into the driver. No bluetooth connectivity needed here. This connection is truly immersive in that the driver feels every bass note, every drum beat and every vocal, pounding you to new heights. Bounce with Beyonce, Gag with GaGa and feel Royal with Lorde. Known for going one step further, they have also collaborated with specifically gay musicians so the internal pounding of music you receive is an authentic immersive experience. Rumors have it Adam Lambert is fully satisfying but leaves a little makeup residue on your seat. The Elton John model is a bit fussy but still provides comfort like a queen. And quite puzzling was the George Michael model which comes with an optional urinal cake. Finally, Clay Aiken was contacted by the manufacturers to see if he could insert anything into the equation but declined. Love and lashes,

MEP If you have any questions, comments or feedback, please contact me at maryedith99@gmail. or on twitter @maryedithpitts. 42 : January 16, 2014

FENUXE OUTPHOTOS

after dark

KARAOKE NIGHT 1.8.14 • G’s

Whether you were into showtunes or pop classics diners were urged to break out their inner superstar and take the stage at the cozy eatery.