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February - Features/ Cover stories

Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Issue 14

Dating: On the Rocks By: Tracie Khokhlov-Skakovsky

Jealousy: Mens Fashion Spread By: Deadfall Photography Rad

Denver Fashion

All the Ingredients and No Chef By: Cameron Cowan

Arts & Literature

66 Featuring works from some of Coloradoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Amazingly Talented Artists and Writers

The Hard Work of Dating By:Robert Dennison

Chantel Lee Colorado springs Photography: Pixel Art/ Junichi Arakawa Makeup: Lindsay Schneider Ambrosio/Lacey Klien asst. Hair: Adrianne & Brandi Martinez/ Henryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Salon

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Michael Imperatore - Publisher/ CEO Josh MacSleyne - Chief Operating Officer Cameron Cowan - PR Director Joseph Cusack - Senior Editor

Junichi Arakawa - Pixel Art Photography Larry Jordan - Larry Jordan Photography DeadFall Photography

Hair & Makeup Creative Team Lindsay Schneider Ambrosio - The Makeup Madame Lacey Klien - Assistant to The Makeup Madame Adrianne and Brandi Martinez - Henryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Salon Camille McCool Tyler Hoff - Intern

Writers Joseph Cusack Kristen Colangelo Ben Simons

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Tracie Khokhlov-Skakovsky Cameron Cowan Robert L Bills JR Katie Lindberg

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It was a chilly midnight mission. My two friends stayed behind, as I was to complete this on my own. I was neurotic and boy crazy. After chasing him from location to location, in which he told me we'd meet to â&#x20AC;&#x153;talk,â&#x20AC;? it was about thirteen hours of driving and heartbreak that led me to the illogical actions I'd never be able to take back. I hop out of my 1997 Z71 Chevrolet pick-up truck and continued to walk down the lonely, empty street. As I pass this tramp's car, I key it, then slash her tires, all while keeping my eyes glued to the front door. I walk up the steps to the beat of my racing heart. I patiently waited at her window like a lion waiting to feast on its prey. I watched them with sheer disgust as they snuggled on the couch. Infuriated, I gave no warning I was there. I smashed open the door and attacked! I went straight for the girl and repeatedly pounded her face in until my bruised knuckles were wet with blood. Tommy, with a very late reaction to the chaos, pulls me off of her in a panic. I run outside and continue to slap him, curse, and cry. Needless to say, we never worked things out.

Now, in my defense, I was the mere age-of-sixteen, in a volatile four-year relationship. I was young, naive, and immature. This was my first encounter with a relationship and what I'd like to call my "first love." Even with that said, it does not give any woman the right to act this way, no matter how upset. I acted like a crazy bitch and I am sure at one point in your lives you have come across one. Men, if you are in a relationship like this leave NOW. It shows a lack of maturity if a woman presents herself this way. Usually after an eventful break-up, both the man and woman begin to change their prospective on dating. Traumatizing events, such as the one described above, can leave you confused and unsure of how to successfully date. 14

Nothing in the dating scene is perfection, nor should you make it be. Dating is all about timing, so don't be so offended when you get turned down. It happens to the best of us, and there are many reasons she may be opposed to you: she is consumed with work, may not be feeling her best, or even just out enjoying her freedom. As much as humanity hates to admit it, the dating world is a game. Maybe my wild antics in dating will help and maybe not. Just remember to have fun, relax, and stay confident. The first and foremost way to greet a woman is to be approachable. Don't try and put up a front, gracefully become friends. As a woman "playing the field," I will say my biggest pet peeve is when a man tries to have game.

It's not about having game, it's about knowing how to play it. The second plausible tip to meeting women is to actually go out. Although social networking will also help you meet someone, you cannot really get to know him or her digitally because you will find difficulty deciphering tones and expressions. At some point you will have to get out and introduce yourself. According to search engines, the top clubs/ bars to immerse in Denver are as follows: Chloe, Suite200, 24k, Oak Tavern, Polished Tavern, and 1up. Of course there are plenty of other places than clubs/bars you can meet women. Your everyday life is your canvas of lucrative opportunities. Whether you are out in Denver's nightlife, simply going out for coffee, or grabbing groceries from the store, there is no better time than the present to ask that special someone out. Can you believe there are 329,000,000 hits on Google for tips on dating? It is not surprising how high the hits are. There are plenty of times I've gone on a date and totally screwed it up by trying to be too impressive, where my date usually gets intimidated or annoyed, or even becoming a mute from being nervous or rambunctiously talkative to fill the empty space in the air. So how exactly do you successfully date? Here are some guidelines I follow myself. Incipiently you need to figure out what precisely you are looking for. Something serious? A hangout buddy? If you are not ready for a serious relationship, let them know so you don't give away false hope. The principal fact is if you don't want to end up with a baby-crazy lady or the “let’s meet and fuck” type-of-girl, then simply be honest and upfront to avoid getting what you are not looking for. It'll save time on both ends and you can weed out what you don't want instantaneously. Alongside honesty you'll need to immerse yourself in activities you are genuinely interested in. There is a sense of complacency when engaging in familiar activity. This will boost your confidence and willingness to converse with the opposite sex about things you truly have knowledge and interest in. Next up is selectivity; do not just accept any date or relationship. Know what traits and attributes you want in a woman. Enjoy your time with her and not end up with someone that gets on your last nerve. With that said, you also don't want to be too picky. Every one has their faults, including yourself, so make sure you have a balance of acceptance. Quid pro quo, meaning “this for that,” take the good with the bad because is perfect. 15

Subsequent to the prior information needed before the actual date, you'll need to make a great impression. Be charming and considerate, but be you. I've had so many cases where I've been who I am not. Eventually I was exhausted with keeping up this image I molded and simply gave up on the relationship altogether. Dating can be rough, so in my column, I'd like to share my experiences of great dates and bad dates, uncensored, blatant, and authentic. If you cannot make it out to your favorite bar for a drink, address your attention to the latest New Culture Magazine, and intoxicate your mind with Dating: On the Rocks. **Comments, questions, and topic suggestions may be e-mailed to takhokhlov@gmail.com

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New Culture’s Monthly Scotch Review By: Ben Simons

Glenfiddich Special Reserve – 12 Year Single Malt

The Glenfiddich 12 year Scotch was one of the first whiskeys that I ever tasted. I originally ordered it solely based on a reference in the movie Swingers (I didn’t even want it; I just wanted to order it.) Although my late ‘90s insistence on peppering my speech with pronouncements of how “money” my friends were turned out to be a mistake. My selection of this easy drinking Scotch has worked out pretty well for me over the years. The 12 Year Single Malt is a simple, reliable, anytime-Scotch that won’t break the bank. Glenfiddich has a long and storied history, going back to its creation by William Grant in 1886. Located in the Speyside region of Scotland, the distillery is named for the Scottish valley that the River Fiddich runs through, and the name means “Valley of the deer” in Gaelic. Glenfiddich was a pioneer in marketing single malt Scotch. Produced in northeastern Scotland, it is the bestselling single malt whiskey producer in the world. A mixture of great marketing and quality single malt Scotch has brought the brand the success that it enjoys.

Glenfiddich’s whiskeys have scored well at international spirit competitions and they have become a staple in many liquor cabinets. Single malt refers to the use of a single “malted” grain in distillation, malt barley, as opposed to a blend of different grains. To be labeled “Scotch,” a whiskey must be made in Scotland, aged in oak barrels for at least three years, and any number indicating the age of the whiskey must reflect the age of the youngest whiskey used in the finished product, meaning that a 12 year Scotch could theoretically contain older whiskey, but none younger than 12 years old. In the glass, the whiskey has a lightly golden color. The nose offers up copious amounts of fruity aromas, including pear and apple, with undertones of honey and smoky vanilla. The mix of sweet and spicy notes makes for a very appealing nose. The palate carries over the sweet fruity notes that stood out on the nose. The vanilla and apple particularly stand out, as well as a variety of oak, nut and spice components that accent the palate. The body is smooth and on the medium light side. The finish is moderately long lasting, with spices and oak taking the lead.

The Solera Vat at the Glenfiddich Distillery in Scotland! Never empty, always half full! At around $25 a bottle, this single malt offers a good Scotch for regular drinking and is a great value. It makes a great entry Scotch, as its welcoming flavor will offer a nice access point for drinkers who are still new to the Scottish whiskey. Its smooth sweetness will appeal to many non-whiskey drinkers, as it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have much of the rough edges that can sometimes be hard to get past for newcomers to whiskey. Although it is not overly complex, it does bring quite a bit to the table for the price. Even more dedicated Scotch drinkers will still enjoy Glenfiddich as a daily drinker kind of Scotch. Enjoy neat, or open it up a bit with a splash of water, or on the rocks.

Nicole Styles Westminster Photography: Larry Jordan Makeup: Lindsay Schneider Ambrosio/ Lacey Klein asst. Hair: Camille McCool

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Don’t Be a Tool! By: Tracie Khokhlov-Skakovsky Often times I am approached by men who creepily stare, embarrassingly hit on me, and awkwardly ask me out. Unfortunately, these men have not picked up the latest Cosmo (for men). I hope my thoughts, feelings, and research can help out those in dire need of tips on dating women. “Honey, I'm like a wild horse, you can't tame me. You can put the oats in the pen and I'll come out for a nibble every day, but if you close that gate, I'll jump it and you'll never see me again,” quoted from Owen Wilson in the movie, Shanghai Noon. However you decide to dissect those lines, when fresh on the dating market, we all want to be a wild horse. With that said, being tamed during the youngest stage of the relationship is detrimentally a red flag. The dating scene can be a complex roller-coaster of feelings and a whirlwind of adrenaline. The first thing to remember is to relax and stay confident because surprisingly enough, us women feel the same way. There are numerous situations where I finally get the courage to ask a guy out and am shamefully turned down. It's alright to feel down but don't feel bad for yourself. Keep your head up and save some courage for the next possible candidate. Typically, women look for 'bread-winners' or in cleaner terms: support (emotionally and financially). This does not mean gold-digging so much as making sure that our future children will be provided for. Men on the other hand, look for youth (good skin, easier to have children) and health (in shape, wideness of hips) to carry on their gene. Whether you are agreeing or disagreeing, subconsciously we all do it. 30

As follows are men I've categorized as the ones I stay away from: The Seven Deadly Traits. • Mr. Tenacious- The one who calls to tell you every moment he has free. How annoying? Imagine that silly girl that called or messaged you every second of the day to tell you things as lucid as what she ate? There is no mystery if you already know everything about her. The most prominent feature of a relationship is the desolated adventure of unveiling those cute little quirks of your significant other. • Mr. Bombastic- AKA ‘the arrogant type.’ Duly noted women LOVE confidence, but men, there is a huge difference between self-confidence and being an arrogant blow-hard. I understand you may want your moment of stardom but every second of the day? I usually start to feel inadequate at this point. If you are as great as you say you are, we women will take notice simply through your actions and accomplishments. I appreciate a man who is excited and happy for what he has going on in his life but make sure you ask a few questions of her interests and accomplishments so we know you have not forgotten we are there. • Mr. Insecure- These men usually come off as controlling. Most often they have trust issues. 31

As follows are men I've categorized as the ones I stay away from: The Seven Deadly Traits.

They tend to say things like, "Why are you wearing so much make-up? Are you really going to wear that? You are really going to see your parents, right?" My impression is that he does not want attention on you in fear of someone else catching your eye. The reasoning behind these badgering tid-bits? He wants ALL of your time. As much as I like being around men that enjoy my company, I can't hold his hand around every corner. • Mr.Dishonest- The man who lies about everything from what he is up to, his interests, or even what he is looking for in a relationship. Men, just be frank. There have been so many situations where I've wondered why he wasn't just honest. Unfortunately I am guilty of this myself but you live and you learn. In the end your feelings will be on the table and you won't later regret 'wasting' time. If you can't be straight-up, I'll think you are hiding something, hence Mr. Dishonest.

“There is no mystery if you already know everything about her. The most prominent feature of a relationship is the desolated adventure of unveiling those cute little quirks of your significant other.”

“If you are as great as you say you are us women will take notice simply through your actions and accomplishments.”

• Mr. Fault-Finder- You are never enough for his standards. He criticizes everything his girl does and never sees the good in anything. What a Debbie-Downer! I like to call these men “the Nagger.” Ugh, a second mother? Please. • Mr. Serious- The serious type represents an irrational strategy for obtaining happiness. Usually known for their demeanor in personality and physical characteristic, they are solemn, stoic, and not willing to show any emotional expressions. I really just want to give them a hard shake and say, "loosen up and have fun!" Don't forget, it is alright to be goofy: no one is judging, and if they are, who f**king cares? • Mr. Man-Baby- The one who never seemed to leave his childhood behind, also known as the momma's boy. He can't feed himself, take care of his basic needs, let alone put down the video controller for one second. Although they can be very fun to be around at some point, I start to think if he is even taking me serious when I have something important to say. I've covered only the general personality traits of men whom I try and avoid. The rest can be quite obvious, such as the jail bird, or seed spreader. The key to successfully divert from being thrown into the Seven Deadly Traits is to have a healthy balance of these characteristics. Until next month, enjoy your dose of Dating: On the Rocks. 32

5 Winter Wardrobe Essentials for the Colorado Man:

By: Krissy Lusardi

The weather this winter has been rather unpredictable: warm one day, bitter the next, but that doesn't mean your wardrobe should suffer! Shop away the winter blues and get these 5 essential winter wardrobe pieces that will not only keep you up-to-date with the latest trends, but score points with the ladies (and who would pass up that opportunity?!)

Every outfit must start with a great pair of jeans, but in this case, the trendy pants to be sporting are corduroys. Take these bright J Brand cords for instance. Their new style, Johnny, are slightly tapered and come in 4 bright colors such as Aztec Teal, Phoenix Red, Santa Fe, and Union Blue. Not only are they a great conversation starter, they will keep your buns nice and warm as well.

J Brand Johnny in Aztec Teal, $181 www.jbrandjeans.com

J brand knows how to make an amazing pair of jeans for both men and women. There are numerous styles, colors, and fabrics to meet everyone's wants and needs in a dream pair of jeans. Not into cords? Try their number one selling style, Kane, which has a slim straight leg in Raw Selvage, clean and light weight dark indigo denim. I promise this is their go-to jean that will make your body look so good it will be hard to keep them on ;)

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Chunky, collared cardigans are a must and no, I’m not talking about the ugly sweater you received from Aunt Mary for Christmas, but this amazing Vince sweater. Not only will it keep you toasty warm, but it is also a great layering and transitional piece to spring. If you want a less chunky look, go for a motorcycle inspired cardigan that is still trendy, yet very masculine. Vince Rugged Rib Shawl Collar Cardigan, Originally $325, on sale for $299 www.singer22.com

Next, accessorize. It's not as girly as it sounds, I promise. It is a well known fact that shoes can make or break an outfit, that's why you need to find the perfect fall/winter boot, like Frey’s Jackson Inside Zip. They have a clean silhouette, but yet a rock-n-roll, bad boy personality to them. Boots not your style? More of a sneakers kind of guy, but over your Converse kicks? Look no further to an over looked brand that is not only functional and stylish, but also help those in need. Frey Jackson Inside Zip boot, $278 www.thefreycompany.com

Tyler Ramsey Hand Painted Ash Men's Classics, $68 www.toms.com

Toms, One for One: learn it, love it, live it. You will not want to take these bad boys off your feet once you slip them on. They offer numerous styles, colors, patterns, fabrications, and even Vegan friendly! They recently teamed up with their resident artist, Tyler Ramsey to create unique, one-of-a-kind, hand-painted Classics. Plus, with every pair you purchase, Toms will give a pair of new shoes to a child in need, so not only are you going to look good, you are doing good (if that's not winning, I don't know what is). Buy a pair of Toms and join the movement.

Luckily for the ladies, leather jackets are still all the rage. From a woman’s perspective, nothing is sexier than a man in a leather jacket. Take note gentleman, the ultimate women magnet, G-Star RAW’s Merchant Leather Jacket. Made of 100% Tuscan leather, no girl will be able to resist G-Star RAW Merchant Leather Jack- the soft, buttery feel of this ultra masculine, badass jacket. et, $560 www.g-star.com 35

Want something a little less edgy, but still trendy? Military inspired jackets have been popular this season: G- Star’s Arctic Field Jacket, which focuses on utility, detailing, and functionality.

G-Star RAW Arctic Field Jacket, $320 www.g-star.com

Now that you have taken care of your wardrobe, don’t forget about your favorite accessory no matter the season- your phone. Why should that be underdressed as well? Jack Spade, also keeping up with trends, offers a flannel plaid hard shell cover for your iPhone (AT&T or Verizon). Or my personal favorite, Headcase’s Bottle Opener Phone Case, available in numerous colors and designs and is offeredfor most Smartphone’s. Jake Spade Flannel Plaid iPhone 4 hard case, $40 www.jakespade.com

You also get a free iPhone bottle opener app that plays your favorite song/ sound and displays a picture when a bottle or can is opened. I’m going to bet that you will be the life of the part with this baby.

Headcase iPhone 4/4S Bottle Opener Phone Case Black, $24.99 www.beaheadcase.com

Now you can have a closet filled with winters must have trends that are warm, functional, and eye catching. Just think, Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, so whether you have a date or not, you (and your phone) will be dressed to kill. Now go get ’em, you stylish heartbreaker you.

Jade Phillips Fort Collins Photography: Pixel Art/ Junichi Arakawa Makeup: Lindsay Schneider Ambrosio Lacey Klein asst. Hair: Adrianne & Brandi Martinez Henryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Salon

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On her: black cashmere sweater (Alexander McQueen) $398 All pieces available at New Culture Boutique

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On him: monotone stripe shirt (Zegna) $98 , black flat front slacks (Hickey Freeman) $128 contemporary tie ( Kenneth Cole) $58 On Girls: black cashmere sweater (Marlaesk) $148 black shorts (Inked Out) $38 2 toned grey and crĂ¨me t ( Miss Me) $68 peach boy short panties (Scarlet V) $28 All pieces available at New Culture Boutique

On him: multi stripe sportscoat ( Hugo Boss Black Label) $298 , purple slick shirt (Kenneth Cole) $58 On girls: white boy short lace panties (Scarlet V) $28 , white faux fur vest (Cecico) $58 , black lace bra (Scarlet V) $58 , multi pattern accent over skirt (Kimono Dragons) $68 All pieces available at New Culture Boutique

On him: black cashmere light sweater (Alexander McQueen) $398 , black plain front slacks ( Armani) 1$198 On her: white lace panties (Scarlet V) $28

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Keeping the North Pole North During these Cold Days By: Kristen Colangelo

It's that time of year again: winter, when the snow is falling and the bars are filled with bearded men wearing snowcaps along with women wearing layers. It's also the season for shacking up, not because winter solstice is romantic, but because there is nothing else to do. Denverites seem to couple-up when it's cold and bang that one special person for an entire four months. You may or may not refer to this person as your "significant other" during this time, and you may or may not continue to have a one night-stand with the person. So it's renting movies and drinking peppermint schnapps, but once spring hits you realize how many women still own tits that they've been hiding under their Northface coats all season. And women tend to get spring fever and more attention while preparing in the gym for spring break. Now, just because you are hibernating the winter away does not mean you are not able to still fuck things up and end up alone for the entire period. She might still lose interest if you are not prepared to make the bedroom bliss. Doesn't matter who's bedroom as long as it's blissful. And how do you master this art of becoming a winter-wonder-sex-god, you ask? There are three "must haves" to create a perfect pleasure town while you are cooped up indoors. 54 54

These do not include anything that has to do with dressing up like Santa Claus, making hot toddies by the fire, or kissing under the mistletoe. This, my male friends, is not about turning the lights down and throwing on some tunes to get her in the mood. These three tricks to making it count have nothing to do with the New Year countdown and drinking so much champagne you don't remember letting her fondle your...No, these three secrets are simple and elementary. First, crack open some wine, not beer, which will make her bloated and force her to hold in farts all night. Open a bottle of wine and drink ONE glass each. That's all, just one. No one wants to have a swindling night of fun and wake up running to drug store for the "Oops, I did it again" pill. After the wine comes the foreplay, but before that is the process of getting her to actually want to touch you. So dress like you care. I'm not talking about your favorite True Religion jeans and Ed Hardy tiny tee. It really doesn't matter what you have on initially. What matters is what you have on underneath.

And if you can care or at least pretend you care about which type of underwear, or better yet brand of underwear, then this may get you laid. Don't go for the Calvin Klein, Mark Wahlberg type because most women are convinced he is the only man that can truly pull this off. But if you can take a little longer when shopping for your boxers or briefs, it will not go unnoticed. Besides, I'm sick of having men drop trou and see a pair of faded plaid boxers with a hole in the ass. Now, once you do run off and buy Armani black briefs, make sure you have two things to accompany them: A decent body, as no girl wants to see Peter Griffin in Polo drawls. Second is attitude, like you wear these ball huggers every day. Please do not mention your new underwear to us. That is missing the entire point. This is not about wearing a cheesy pair of man panties, it's about having man swag under your clothes even if you have no fashion sense at all. So, you've had your glass of wine and have stripped off your clothes while making out. Hopefully, she has at least one article of clothing removed. The next step is to stroke her ego. Of course, a woman knows whether or not she might want to have sex with you within an hour of meeting, but when you voice your thoughts out loud while continuing foreplay, you got her in the bag, for the most part. Say things like, "Damn, you have the best tits I've ever seen, let me touch them," or "You have beautiful lips, can I feel them?" A little ego stroking or a few enticing compliments could go a long way, and get the night and the rest of the cold season started right â&#x20AC;&#x201D; if you aren't cheesy about it. If you don't have anything clever to say, you better say something anyway. Silent sex is a mood killer, but, don't say something you don't mean or you will regret it in the morning. Women will remember every word you say including, agreeing to marriage, meet her girlfriends, and slipping the "L" word. Ego stroking seems simple, but it can be very messy in the morning when she reminds you of your "promises." 55

Once you master these simple arts, pulling off the panties should be as easy as nailing a sorority girl after her fifth keg stand. After that you'll be in bedroom bliss for the entire winter or at least until the snow melts and she can back out of your driveway. So remember, before you can get busy on a cold snowy night, you must follow a few simple steps, especially if you aren't beautiful. Beautiful men can probably skip step one, two, or all of them as long as they don't act too eager. A guy who is too eager to have sex is like a girl who is too eager to get engaged. It's like, "Calm down, I asked if this seat was taken not if you want to marry me." A big, strong, hot man can turn into a puppy dog with a leash in two seconds if he's too eager to get it in. So, relax â&#x20AC;&#x201D; we've got all winter. 56

So there you have it: The "secrets" for winter bedroom bliss. If the above tactics fail because she thinks you are gay by switching from dirty lumberjack boxers to purple Fruit of a Loom, or she was just not that into you, please consider my information helpful â&#x20AC;&#x201D; because at least you get to keep a great designer purchase and the remainder of wine in the bottle can be liquid courage for your next encounter. If this information is not useful for you due to your unexplainable reoccurring encounters with beautiful woman, or if you have no problem whatsoever luring women into your bed but would like information regarding the aftermath and in-between stuff, such as the act of love making or getting it on, please contact us directly, or just stay tuned.

Denver is finally growing up. After decades of sports, skiing and snowboarding, the fine citizens of the Denver metropolitan area have taken a cosmopolitan turn. Denverites have decided that they do want stores like IKEA, great food that is not from a chain, and they want real culture that is homegrown. So why is it that the city of Denver has not decided yet that it wants great fashion? There are a few factors. One is that Denver does not have a culture of dressing well; the local fashion industry is ailing. High profile fashion events are almost non-existent, and yet fashion organizations themselves are not doing enough to facilitate an industry.

by: Cameron Cowan

Colorado is known for several things: great skiing, great outdoors activities, a temperate climate, crazy weather, great sports, and great entertainment. Fashion and design does not fall under that. Those things are usually left for places like L.A. or New York, or even Dallas. This is led to Denver not being a city where you have to be pressed and dressed to go to the grocery store. In Denver, short of being naked, you can wear whatever you wish (sweat pants, wife beater, Tripps,) and go out and about. Don’t want to do makeup? No problem, in Denver that is not necessary. However, that culture is changing. Stylish events with stylish wardrobes are coming along. I was recently at a Denver Metro chamber of Commerce event where I wore a sweater, jeans, and Florsheim boots and actually felt under dressed. I was impressed. It is not just business people either. Everywhere in the city, the general style potential is increasing. Admittedly, you would not find me in layers of fashion-forward clothes in the middle of our Indian summers for certain, but the culture is changing. Our past culture has hurt fashion just because the general public has not been interested in buying fashion forward items, yet that is changing. 58 58

The local fashion industry was hit hard by the recession like many other industries, but Denver is a unique place because it is somewhat insulated from the recession. Not that we have not had our problems, but Denver has survived better than most cities. This, however, has not helped the fashion industry because the economy is finally beginning to pick-up after three long years in recession, and the business of fashion in Denver is deeply flawed. A fashion show in Denver usually means a public crowd, no opportunity to buy, poor marketing, and no chance for wholesale due to the lack of regular buyers. While showing clothes to the public is nice and may generate a little business, a buyer from a department store who puts in an order for 5000 units of a garment is more valuable to a designer than 10 people who order 1 garment a piece. It is not against the public or even selling directly to the public: it is a matter of business. The entire fashion industry needs to focus on being more involved in the actual business of fashion. That means connecting designers with retailers, large and small, and offering a new and different product every buying season. That also means getting accessory manufacturers on board as well, in order to bring the entire fashion world together in one circle. It is the matter of an industry being able to conduct the right type of business. So now we have deduced the two types of issues that Denver fashion is in need of remedy. The first is a lack of wholesale buyers, and of proper business sense. The second is that the marketing for the fashion events that we do have is fairly inadequate. There is also the factor that many people see the fashion world as saturated, that it is impossible for Denver to launch itself as a city onto the fashion scene. People give up and assume it is “too hard to compete with New York” and “far too difficult.” I cannot say that these things are not valid points, but to limit the industry in Denver and to not work night and day to change the situation in to which we find ourselves is defeatism at its finest.

The last part of the fashion puzzle is our local fashion organizations along with the lack of action. Denver has had a fashion scene of some kind since about 1986. Some designers even date before that, meaning that the community has had about 25 years and several booms and busts. It is now 2011 and we are still having this conversation. In many cases, fashion organizations failed. Nonetheless, we should all be grateful for the wonderful people who take time away from their families and their own businesses to keep these current organizations going. However, the distinct lack of results on the business side of fashion is rather telling about the overall efforts. Even basic promotion of local designers is lacking. I travel in the world of fashion, and if I do not know where to buy a suit from a local designer in Denver, chances are no one does. This is a major problem with the industry.

From these factors about Denver fashion, what can we conclude?

The best course of action is a buyer-centric fashion week where investors, buyers, designers, the public, and sourcing professionals can meet, conduct business, and raise the overall brand profile of Denver as a city of high fashion. That is why I created Denver Fashion Week, High Fashion in the Mile High City. It is time to bring the big business of fashion to Denver. Not only is fashion a jobs creator for the city and state, but the additional dollars that it will bring in will be an economic enhancement for everyone involved and also to the people it will employ. The best part about this concept is that these ideas about fashion are not just once a year for one week to be forgotten about for the other 51 weeks of the year. This concept aims to create a system of fashion that is long term, scalable, and sustainable. Building industry is very important to any city, especially in this declining economy, and this is our chance, Denverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chance, to emerge onto the world stage as a leader in fashion. This is our time, let us seize it.

Andrea Li Jewelry

Anna Caulkins Denver Photography: Larry Jordan Makeup: Lindsay Schneider Ambrosio/ Lacey Klein asst. Hair: Camille McCool

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Samuel Muro is a Colorado native with a passion to produce evocative interpretations of Emotions ,sometimes very raw and spontaneous with a determination and a relentless pursuit to share his experiences through all media . Samuel's work is a reflection of his life and a vision of things to come as well as the many precious moments we share every day,and on the contrary the viscous ,dark,tormented ,and miserable experiences we are faced with on occasion. Samuel has work on display at Artistica Art Gallery in lower downtown Denver at 1720 Wazee st.,and at The Upper Room Gallery at 1301 Santa Fe dr. In Denver.

Ashley Guerriero

Westminster Photography: Pixel Art/ Junichi Arakawa Makeup: Lindsay Schneider Ambrosio Lacey Klein asst. Hair: Adrianne & Brandi Martinez Henryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Salon

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The Hard Work of Dating By: Robert Dennison Dinner for Six

It’s a new year and a new you. You’re ready to get out and meet some new singles. You’ve done the work, ready to move on, lost a few pounds, new wardrobe, started exercising, and new attitude. You attended some single seminars and gotten some good tips, now what? You need to put yourself in the places that have the type of people you want to meet. Get out of the house. A lot of people have a delivery-service mentality – they think the perfect person is going to show up at their door. Forget about chance and take control. Dating and relationship building can be serious business, and a hard-nosed approach can give you the winning edge. Dating coaches will say, “You have to market yourself and play up your assets; you need to sharpen your recruiting skills to bring the right people into your life, and sales techniques that help you get the one you’re really interested in.” 7272

Dating is hard work and should be approached with a can-do attitude. People hate dating because they’re always in a new situation. They want to jump into the middle of a relationship before it gets started. Create choices by attending events and joining organizations where you will meet lots of singles, but make them events that you are interested in. We once had an extreme cyclist wanting to join our organization. We are a dining club not a bike club. If you want to meet cyclists, join a cycling club. Take a look at some of the many single organizations that offer a variety of activities, but be safe. We’ve all heard the horror stories about Craigslist, and on-line services (in all fairness there are lots of success stories). Being safe involves meeting in a public place, driving your own car, and meeting separately. If you are using the internet, set-up a free email account, don’t give out your physical address right away.

If it’s a completely blind date, listen to your gut, let a friend know where you are and have a check-in time. And guys don’t think you are immune to craziness either: you’ve heard about female stalkers, and my members have told me some horror stories. Denver’s dating scene changes quickly. Check the MeetUp group for ideas, ask single friends, ask friends how they met their relationships. Ask both sexes and you’ll get great ideas. In addition to MeetUp groups, other options include match-making services and established dating clubs. By all means check the BBB. Meet with the owners and get a referral. Commit to the process, not the goal, as in sales, each date brings you closer to your goal – a committed relationship. Just remember, it’s a process of elimination.” It’s advised that first dates be at neutral spots such as coffee houses and restaurants. Avoid disclosing too much personal information before you’ve had a chance to check them out: a couple of MeetUp groups, “Date Scholars;” “Denver's Best Dating, Mating, and Relating Group;” and not on MeetUp is “Inviting Mr. Right (www.InvitingMrRight.com),” each providing great workshops. Move out of your circle. Denver is a small town. It has its own little cliques, and everybody in them is already recycled. If you’re going to meet new people, you have to join new groups that create new opportunities. My organization DINNER FOR SIX has been in business since 1994; we average close to ten marriages a year. It is geared for single professionals, and we offer 2-4 dinners, in groups of six per weekend, based on a Profile that you need to complete.

Robert Denison has a Masters in Psychology with Degrees from the University of Minnesota, University of California, Irvine and post graduate work at The San Diego School of Professional Psychology. He has attended post graduate classes/ seminars in interpersonal skills and experiential workshops. He is a certified Sales Leader Trainer and Interpersonal Skills Trainer for Wilson Learning Corporation having facilitated workshops for Fortune 500 companies. He has facilitated Interpersonal Skills workshops for communities outside of the corporate environment. He may be reached at 303.777.0700 d46@dinnerforsix.com.

Death of the Wrist Watch By: Robert L. Bills JR.

I was recently faced with the unenviable task of finding that perfect yet relatively inexpensive "white elephant" gift. Of course waiting just hours before the exchange party, I found myself racing the length of the 16th Street Mall searching for something to wow my gift recipient. As I'm gazing into the jewelry counter at a larger box store, I see something that I would be more then happy to receive but suddenly realize that many young men under the age of 25 may not share in my sentiment. The classic, stylish or sporty wrist watch is something of an endangered species. With the ability to easily reach into your pocket and check the time on your phone (usually automatically set and never wrong), men and women no longer need to rely on their "old school" watch like in days past. A quick glance around you now and you'll notice more and more empty wrists, no longer adorned with that tell tale stainless steel band, the beautiful artistic faces, hands moving in their synchronized ballet of time measurement. We still see the well dressed man from time to time, suit on, folio in one hand with the other gracefully bent up checking the time on his Patek Philippe or Vacheron Constantin, but rarely do we see John Q anymore with his heirloom "fathers watch" or his everyday Casio on.

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Are we losing our sense of style as young men; has the common accessory like the wristwatch or the pocket square been lost to our fast paced, technological world? How many young men know how to tie a bowtie or a Windsor knot or a tie period for that matter? As all of these conundrums flow through my mind I'm still faced with the fact that I now have 30 minutes before the gift exchange and a 20 something co-worker I'm buying for who I've never seen wearing a watch. I pull the trigger, toss it in a gift bag and head to the party. A half hour later, gifts being opened and shared; my co-worker gets to his bag. As he removes the tissue and opens the box I am quickly rewarded with his exuberant smile and thanks. With my split second decision I've given a young man the gift of time, classic and unchanged for hundreds of years. And in that moment I'm heartened to know that maybe this is a young man that will realize the importance of this gesture and hold on to a semblance of style and tradition. The classic wrist watch, endangered but not gone...yet!

Brooke Oliver

Arvada Photography: Pixel Art/ Junichi Arakawa Makeup: Lindsay Schneider Ambrosio Lacey Klein asst Hair: Adrianne & Brandi Martinez Henryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Salon

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