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INSIDE THE MAG Skin Deep Model Citizen Hair It Is Just F.A.B. La Femme Runway to Realway ROYAL SPADES Cover Story Cloud 10 Phresh Change Challenge Love, Lust & Lunch What2Gear Kickz In Style The Joy’s of Sex Horoscope In the Lab Stay Alive Side B Gym Days

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EDITORSLETTER VOLUME 5. FALL 2011

The key is to make your mistakes quicker than that of your competition.

ROYAL SPADES To be the man, you have to first beat the man. On the road to success you must make mistakes. If you are not making mistakes it means you are not taking risks and that means you are dead in the water.

The key is to make your mistakes quicker than that of your competition. There is only two outcomes. Either you lose, or you win, you have the power to change the outcome.

The ROYAL SPADES issue was inspired by the playing of the competitive field, the elite will always emerge and set themselves apart.

Dare to take risks.

Nik Barnes Editor In Chief

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What makes Stylezine so special to me is that it gives young minds and entrepreneurs an avenue to be seen and sometimes this exposure is all that is needed to lead to successful careers.

Stylezine is in sync with the culture of the ‘Young Bahamas’ and is one of the reasons why it is so successful in my opinion.

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Stylezine is an amazing publication that focuses on new and upcoming talents in the country in all walks of life. The magazine covers all the industries that have saturated Bahamian culture in recent years from athletics and music to fashion and politics.

What makes Stylezine so special to me is that it gives young minds and entrepreneurs an avenue to be seen and sometimes this exposure is all that is needed to lead to successful careers. The magazine provides vivid images as well as amazing content.

Stylezine in my eyes has found its niche and give its readers exactly what they want with each issue.

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CONTRIBUTORS Editor In Chief Nikolas L. Barnes Art Director Scharad Lightbourne Writers Sherron Young Alex Missick Tamara Delaney Gail Lindsey Mecko Gibson Joy Burns James McKinney LV Adderley Kedar Klarke TK Glover Gavvin Strachan Jourdan Bowe Ray Armbrister Lerielle Cole Chef Simeon Hall D’Angelo Charlton Designers Kai Sweeting Mecko Gibson Keisha Oliver Katie Storr Sales Kendra Wilkinson Lashon Stubbs Buffboo Music Group Public Relations Colette Hanna COVER SHOT STYLEZINE MAGAZINE © 2011. All rights reserved. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached, or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of the owners. For more information, please contact us. No part of STYLEZINE may be produced in any form by any means without prior written consent.For permissions requests, please call 242.328.5443 or 242.525.9751. For reproduction on articles, please contact Nikolas Barnes at 242.525.9751 or via email at editor@stylezinemagazine.com.

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Photography by ScharadL for Stylezine Art Direction: Jace McKinney Styling: Kedar Clarke Makeup: D’Angelo Bethel Shot on location: Jacaranda House, Nassau, The Bahamas

MAKING THE COVER SCHARADL

I’d been planning this shoot for a long time and was really nervous the night before the shoot.

It was here; the November shoot for Stylezine Magazine was going to be very artistic for me.

I’d never pushed myself this hard and I called on the artistic mind of Jace McKinney to assist with the direction of the shoot.

John Cox and Anthea Bullard were the features this month and I did not want to do something “typical with them, so I slaved for weeks along side Jace to figure out, how we would shoot these two. I knew I wanted to take a more artistic approach to this editorial combining elements of art with fashion.

After countless brainstorming sessions, Jace and I decided to put our heads together and combine different elements such as light, texture, saturation and emotions to the photo-spread. Joined with Kedar Clarke, local stylist, we came up with a simple plan on how we would photograph the two.

Now, for a while, finding the right location became a challenge. I could not think of anywhere that would “fit” the theme of the spread. Only just before the date of the shoot was upon us, I remembered visiting an old historic estate in the middle of downtown Nassau, known by the title “Jacaranda House”

The estate was perfect for the theme and I was very excited to shoot there. The walls, architecture and overall look of the home had such a great feel. I was really excited to photograph this issue with this home as my background.

Jace took the lead and basically posed the subject, arranged each set and directed me on what he needed to happen before I took the shot. I was him employee and it was good to get a different perspective on the shoot. Jace even suggest he involve himself with the editing process so that the artistic vision is continued throughout the spread.

We got to the house about 10:30am and we got done just after 4pm that afternoon. John and Anthea were great and we had fun on set.

I utilized so many areas of the house and STILL had not shot in EVERY area that I’d wanted to. I’m definitely going to shoot here again.

All in all, shooting the cover image and spread for this edition of Stylezine was great. I worked with a great team once again and I hope that you enjoy the images.

BONUS VIEW Want to see more behind the scenes footage? Click the camera icon to view.

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CHEF SIMEON HALL

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have designed every inch of these red bottoms, high heel shoes, but the way she wore them made it seem as though she had stood effortlessly for him as a muse.

Perfectly chiseled legs nested on her frame as he watched her drape herself in an amazing Theodore Ellyett gown.

Even though he knew every inch of her body, he stood in awe as he reexamined her curves and lines. They had been given exclusive VIP passes to FashArt event and his only hope was that she would not be mistaken for a model and stolen away from his side in a frenzy of mistaken identity.

Even as her stylist finished her ‘look’ he could not help to solicit a devilish laugh as he made lewd gestures at her when her friends looked away. Watching her was a sensual experience that he always enjoyed.

Standing at 5 feet 11 inches, in heels, with cappuccino skin, short wavy hair and green eyes was his showstopper.

Their arrival to the event mimicked the experience on any L.A. red carpet. The lights were blinding and the evening air was drunk with designer fragrances. But even as they mingled with the crowd of Bahamian elite, with hands interlocked, he felt lucky amongst the sea of models and well-dressed women. Even though she was receiving the compliments, he was the one that seemed to benefit.

As the event opened into the hotel, the lavish pre small plates party began. The menu was a nexus of fine cuisine meets fashionable couture; all presented as one bite appetizers.

The Chef had manufactured some of his favorites with the same finesse as the artist and designers being featured. However, his girlfriend had forbidden him to “hover” down the food as if we were at a friend’s backyard grill out. Luckily he managed to snag a few helpings of his favorite small bite of the evening. Cheddar stuffed meatballs wrapped in bacon. They were amazing.

The evening was a colorful gathering of incredible art and fashion, rich with a sense of Bahamian pride and a renaissance of young talent that anyone could appreciate.

However, pressed in front of the night’s featured piece was, in his opinion, the real showstopper. Standing at 5 feet 11 inches, in heels, with cappuccino skin, short wavy hair and green eyes was his showstopper.

A priceless work of art and more appealing than any Rembrandt. And he was about to take her home and display her for his eyes only.

We hoped you enjoyed this article. Let us know what dishes you want Chef to create in the next issue. Tweet us @stylezine and let us know your opinion!

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Cheddar Stuffed Meat Balls This recipe is definitely a diet breaker, but is perfect for a “cheat” night. It is more about technique and takes patience. However, this makes those store bought meatballs seem like (censored by the editor, lol).

Five essentials when throwing an “affordable” cocktail party 1. Menus no longer make reference to appetizers or hors d’oeuvres, modern day cocktail party menus include a description of “small bites”.

2. Small bites must require no more than two bites to complete 3. When designing the menu, consider the dress code of the event. If the evening is formal make sure that the direct use of hands are not required. i.e. no chicken wings or heavily sauced items.

Guests will not want to risk getting soiled.

4. Ensure that the menu relates to the theme of the night. For example conch fritters and BBQ ribs have nothing to do with an office after work Greygoose™ party. But fresh shock oysters with chilled Bloody Mary Gelee or Vodka marinated shrimp with mojito corn relish will certainly keep the theme consistent.

5. Last, but most important, if using a relatively unknown caterer please insist on a reference from past events or a menu tasting if it is a large expensive event.

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For this on you will need to butter up to your food-stores butcher to have him ground the meat fresh for you. You will need 3 pounds equal of short ribs, bones removed, pork shoulder or pork butt and sirloin steak, yes the good stuff. (I’ve found that Robin Hood has the best selection and the butchers there are very helpful.)

STEP 1 2 tablespoons of minced garlic, 1 bunch of washed and chopped flat leaf parsley, 1 large egg, 2 pounds of sharp New Zealand cheddar cheese, aka the one we does use to make macaroni, ½ cup of soft unsalted butter, 1 tsp of fennel seeds, 1 tablespoon of Mrs. Dash salt free seasoning, (my secret weapon for meatballs), 2 cubes of Knorr™ beef base, salt and pepper to taste.

STEP 2 Have the butcher grind the meats separately but for the best result ask him to run it through twice. To assemble the perfect meatballs ensure that all the ingredients are chilled also chill the bowl and mixing tools to ensure the temperature stays down. This causes the meatballs to have a better texture. In the chilled bowl combine all the ingredients except the cheddar cheese evenly then re-chill the mix for one hour.

STEP 3 In a small pan cook a small portion of the mix and check the seasoning. It would be a great cooking faux pas if you had to reroll all the meatballs after discovering that the flavors are not right. Before dicing the cheese, decide on the size of the meatballs taking into

Cheddar Stuffed Meat Balls cont’d consideration that the meatballs will lose 50% of their mass. If you’re having a small bites party keep it refined, but if you are preparing these for Italian date night, have fun and go jumbo.

STEP 4 Dice the cheese into cubes and mold the meat mix around it and form into perfect balls.

Preheat the oven to 375°F and return the meatballs to the refrigerator for 30 minutes. In a large baking pan place the meatballs evenly in the pan and cook until done. In this recipe the cheese will melt and act as the sauce. However for the perfect tomato sauce refer back to our “the girl next door issue”.

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In the deck of life, the SPADE suite is always trump making all other cards obsolete. This class rules all others with its representation of intelligence, logic and true visionaries. We introduce to you to the royal family, the King and Queen of SPADES. Watch the throne.

story: nik barnes art direction: jace mckinney photography: scharadl makeup: d’angelo bethel styling: kedar ckarke location: jacaranda house, nassau, the bahamas

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“I don’t like being a slave to technique.”

JOHN COX

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Government name - John Edward Cox Birth City - Nassau Notable Events - Father of two beautiful children Shelter and Story Cox / Consistently creating and exhibiting works over the past 20 years in different parts of the world / Meeting new and interesting people in the visual arts field with similar points of view to mine / Witnessing the evolution of the younger generation of artist make their mark on the world / Starting Popopstudios International Center For the Visual Arts in 1999 / Being a faculty member of The College of the Bahamas since 1997 / Having been befriended by such great artists throughout my career as an artist.

Currently working on – Expanding and reinventing my work. I am in several traveling exhibitions – ‘Master Artist of The Bahamas’ in Iowa and ‘Wresting with the Image in DC’.

Turning Popopstudios into a full functioning art school. Working with local and regional artists, writers and curators to integrate Bahamian artists into a broader artistic conversation.

Celebrity Comparisons - None Where did you study and hone your craft?

The first teacher I had that noticed any ability in me was Mr. Pickersgill (now deceased) from Queens College. I mention him because I truly believe the seeds of creativity are planted at a very early stage.

As far as college goes I went to the Rhode Island School of Design, which was great…I thinks it’s the best art school in the world. I studied Illustration and art education there. They teach you to expand yourself beyond your discipline and see yourself as a member of a global collection of progressive visual thinkers and practitioners.

Most people don’t know that you are a well-versed fine artist. Why did you make the choice to focus on printmaking and mixed media?

I don’t like being a slave to ‘technique’. I believe there are problems to be solved and no one discipline seems to me to be able to resolve all of the problems we are presented with. I think ideas come to life through dialogue and by extension I see mixing disciplines as kind of creating a dialogue.

The best art and artists asks and answers questions!

I don’t think that as an artist you should be afraid of anything … even yourself. Most times we hesitate because we don’t ‘Believe’. It takes something special to be unfettered by expectations and criticism. I am driven by the doing things the wrong way and that’s why I like to contradict tradition by mixing things up.

How would you describe your visual art style?

Spicy Fusion Food.

You are among the last of a dying breed of Bahamian Renaissance artist such as Brent Malone, Chan Pratt, Jackson Burnside and Harl Taylor. How do plan to continue on the legacy that they have left behind?

This is an interesting question. I never really thought of myself as a member of a dying breed of artists.

It’s frightening to think that the cultural impact of the mentioned artists is dying. I think in a way it’s a testament to the collective cultural attention defecate disorder found in some young artists. I am not quite forty years old and feel like my best work is yet to come but most young artist want so bad to be so ‘Famous’ so young that it creates this ‘one hit wonder’ mentality. Thinking if you have not made it big by the time your 30 you might as well stop trying is ridiculous. Art is not about a season – it’s about being powerful, confident, passionate, intelligent and relevant.

We set are selves up to fail if we have to be so competitive at such a young age. Society is rough and loves to forget forgettable people. The best action is to help other people as much as you help yourself. Few artists ever realize this in their career The best I can do is to follow my own path respecting all those folks that helped lay the ground for me to walk on. Now it’s my responsibility to lay groundwork for younger folks to do their thing.

I love Brent Malone and Jackson Burnside and to think that I might carry on their work is a great honor and responsibility.

I think of them as living…not dying!

Artists are usually broke and become rich and popular once they die. With this fate would you recommend to stare clear of this path?

I would prefer to be comfortable in this life. That idea of fame after death is a bit of a cartoon. I think we die as we live.

A lot of the local known artist in the field now once studied under you in your role as Professor. Does it give you a sense of accomplishment or pride?

I am hugely proud that I had the honor of working with a lot of young artists. To this day my students are

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JOHN COX

some of the most interesting and dynamic people I have known. I feel old when I think about it but I was only 23 years old when I started teaching at COB so I have had the benefit of many good times with my students over the years. In fact I pledged that all of my new mentors would be people younger than I am. There is nothing more inspirational than a young smart talented artist making his or her mark on the scene. They are the epitome of creativity.

I even taught the great Nik Barnes and Scharad Lightbourne.

What do you note as the defining moment in the local art field?

Luckily I also get to experience this through the Popop Junior Residency Prize at my studio. Its great to empower people, to help nurture the genius in someone else is as rewarding as nurturing it in yourself.

Hopefully Popopstudios will be a school with a full program. I want to be at the center of the visual art scene in the country and in the region. I want to be making my own work and making opportunities for other artists.

A few years ago a vigilante covered the statue of Queen Victoria in red paint.

Did you view that as a radical artistic expression or just someone defacing government property?

The Opening of the Kendal Hanna retrospective ‘Happy Birthday To Me’ at the National Art Gallery of The Bahamas. It’s a world-class show curated by a world-class curator in a world-class gallery; and it’s all Bahamian.

Where do you see your career in the next 5 to 10 years?

If you could be involved in any profession right now what would it be?

ART.

I thought it was somewhere in the middle. I thought it was a provocative gesture and I thought it fitting that most mainstream people didn’t get it. It’s like when some one is standing in front of a beautiful work of art and says ’I don’t get it’ when the message is clear. The social, emotional and physical landscape is one big metaphor to be read symbolically. That statue has so many implications… some good and some questionable. Just the juxtaposition of red paint and the symbolic nature of Queen Victoria are provocative. It seemed like a lot of things but it did not seem like arbitrary vandalism. In hind site I think it was brilliant if only for the moment that we could consider a change of public opinion.

What are you listening to right now on your iPod?

What piece from your collection do you see as your Mona Lisa?

Your kidding right!

I don’t know if I even like the Mona Lisa. I prefer DaVinci’s flying machine. I think that stuff is for someone else to decide.

The Black Keys / Tricky / Ben Harper / Belel Gilberto / Jay-Z / Buddhist Monks Chanting / Rage Against The Machine Do you like your woman shaken or stirred?

Neither, but I do LOVE my wife Erica Wells just as she is!

To dig or not dig up the roads? That is the question.

Finish of this sentence. I hate when...

I don’t hate!

Do you have a hand picked protégé that you plan to pass on your knowledge and talent to?

I think it’s unfair to put it all into one person. It’s like having a garden with just one flower in it. Having said that, there are a host of young female artists like Khan Pointier getting it together which makes me happy.

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Government name - Anthea Bullard Birth City - Freeport, Grand Bahama Notable Events - Premiere Hardour Fashion Show Dec, 2010 Currently Working on - opening Hardour’s first flagship boutique in the Port Lucaya Marketplace in Freeport Celebrity Comparisons - Its kinda hard to compare myself to anyone because I’m based on doing everything, that everyone else isn’t.

Where did you study and hone your craft?

Santa Monica College in Los Angeles, California People often change majors and professions like some would change clothes. What made you know for sure that you wanted to pursue fashion from childhood?

Fashion was always a desire I had, and throughout the years that passion never left. Its what I know how to do... and do well!

Local designers would see you moving back to the island as jumping from the big pond to a fish bowl or a step back. Why did you make the choice to set up shop on your home island?

While living in Los Angeles, someone said something to me that sticks with me to this day... “Make noise in your hometown market and the right people will find you”, so that’s exactly what I’m doing. I guess I’m doing a pretty good job, because STYLEZINE found me... lol You have your own clothing called The Hardour Collection. What makes your collection different from the hundreds of other designers?

Hardour’s tagline is “Its not just fashion… Its a lifestyle”. I market my line as a lifestyle not just clothes and I think that alone sets me apart. I put my line on the same level as other successful, highend designers. I know my line is a new line but I don’t market it that way. My line is classic and is targeted towards the consumer who appreciates classic fashion such as celebrities, politicians, and society people.

You have a young daughter, would you encourage her to follow in your footsteps and pursue a career in the art field?

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I would encourage her to do whatever it is that she wants to do. If it is fashion, I would not stop her but I would encourage her to do what she loves and not just what she sees mommy doing.

Who do you competition?

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No one (laughs) With a budding career on the horizon, a plan to expand your franchise and other business ventures how do you balance that schedule with a relationship? (laughs) Um…that’s why I’m not in one.

What advice would you give aspiring designers?

If fashion is in your heart, the sky is your limit. Be different & stand out!

Do you agree with the statement that it is easier for a woman over a man to walk through doors in the fashion industry?

WHAT?! I think it’s the complete opposite actually.

Do you consider yourself a sex symbol?

NO, (laughs) …Do you?

If you were a perfume, what would you smell like?

Like heaven (winks) If we were to raid your bedroom what would we find?

Lots and lots of candles Finish of this sentence. Right now I would love a…

A glass of sauvignon Blanc

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“…someone said something to me that sticks with me to this day, “Make noise in your hometown market and the right people will find you…”

ANTHEA

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SOPIA ‘ DA LIONESS’ LIGHTBOURN

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KEDAR CLARKE

The countdown is on to the most exciting fashion & art event The Bahamas has ever seen and I’m so excited because I’m privy to give you guys some first hand info, especially when it comes to style!

For years I’ve always been baffled on the contradictory design styles of most fashion designers compared to the personal image. A perfect example would be Betsey Johnson; this chick designs really awesome frocks that are all over the red carpet and the runways, yet she looks like a strung-out hippie, well, sometimes! I was super excited when I got to meet the fashion designers slated to showcase for Fash|Art 2011. It was on a private photo-shoot for their promotional shot and every one of them brought FASHION!!!

Just to be sure they weren’t just “showing off” for that one day, I did some facebook research and found that they do really rock fashion daily. I always say that you have to at least look the part you want to play in this world and trust me…these fashion-gods are on point!

Design duo: Vincina Sweeting & Tuesday White: Both ladies are always on the local social circuit showing their style difference.

Tuesday’s a bit more of the glamour girl, while Vincina ops more for a casual, yet sexy style.

Jaspher Knowles: Typical known for dressing full figured women, he’s mastered the art of dressing well for his own body size.

Carla Modela: As a swimwear designer, her personal image is quite sexy and alluring, even with more than a bikini on.

Cardell McClam: An island boy at heart, his style is quite worldly, eclectic and IN! Alicia Seymour: I think everyone on this island knows “J-lo”; fashion’s queen! What’s even more exciting is we get to see it all on the runway…hopefully!

Deago Cunningham: Talk about “Avant Garde”, this dude is far beyond this rock when it comes to fashion. His punk-rock designs are edgy and could only be rocked by him so well.

Derricka Williamson: Knit, knit. Sew, sew. She’s the crochet-empress that has mastered turning a ball of yarn into high fashion!

Sabrina Sturrup: An African-Goddess at heart, her designs are fit for a Nubian Princess. Sabrina’s traditional head-garb, hand-woven fabrics and fashion-forward designs always makes me think of a stylishly new version of “Coming to America”.

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Here’s what we think are the next hot gadgets on the market.

This will satisfy any tech’s tastes buds and keep you “in” on what’s hip.

PLAYSTATION™ 3D GLASSES

With the recent explosion of EVERYTHING 3D coming out of Hollwood and TV land, we are now seeing a surge from the gaming companies to now start developing this technology into its games and consoles.

The PS3 system from Sony has now given us 3D glasses that can be used with 3D equipped plasma screen televisions where certain games can be run using the technology. Its pretty cool beaing able to play popular games in 3D but we over here at Stylezine still love playing the current way.

This method of gaming might take off, who know. We’ve heard that certain games like MotorStorm Apocalypse and NBA 2K12 take full avantage of using the PS3 glasses.

So this holiday season, maybe this bundle will make it on your wishlist? Check out the bonus video of what Sony has in store for the everday gamer who’s looking to venture over into 3D territoty.

PLAYSTATION™ 3D BUNDLE

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T H E E VE R D AY C AR RY Bernard Capulong’s, everyday-carry. com, is listed as one of Time Magazine’s best blogs of 2011. He created the blog out of his own interest in gadgets and technology with the help of some famous blogger friends. The philosophy behind the blog differs amongst people but the essential idea is the things you have in your pocket every day. Users submit pictures to Capulong with a description of their every day essentials. For most people this includes a cell phone and watch. For others this might include a Swiss Army Knife, a 6” blade, a Paracord (parachute rope) bracelet and maybe even a concealed weapon.

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There is a debate on concealed weapons and Capulong notes he does not have a stand due to his lack of knowledge. However, he dismisses the idea that users carry weapons to commit crime; rather for self reliance and protection when 911 is not available or not feasible. It is important to note Capulong does not accept submissions with concealed weapons unless they also can provide their concealed carry permits. Capulong also stated that mall ninjas – those who carry tactical equipment and gear for no legitimate reason are lame. Your typical EDC should be all the items you carry and utilize every-day.

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FLOWER LAPELLES Even when you’re dress down be dressed to kill.

TRACK JACKETS Unless you’re a pro athlete, travelling or lounging at home, these are not necessary.

QUOTE TEE SHIRTS We don’t believe you, y ou need more people!

WRIST GAME PROPPER!!

VARSITY JACKET When cold fronts show up, take it back to school.

If not...why not??

CLIP ON SUSPENDERS Use them and hang yourself. Simple!

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EXCESSIVE “Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves.”

Book of Matthew 10 v.16

RELEASE & PRICE : TBD

SAVILLE ROW FALL INTO FALL The scorching summer heat is just about over. Change it up a little for the windy days, autumn leaves and cool nights.

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BRAND NEW LOOKS

FALL COLLECTION 2011

Stussy was founded by graffiti artist/skate boarder Shawn Stussy in the early 1980’s. Since then it has thrived amongst skaters, surfers, B-boys and street wear enthusiasts. There is an extension of the brand, Stussy deluxe, a higher end haberdashery brand. The brand collaborates with magnates such as Head Porter, Timberland, MasterPiece and BePositive. Check their some looks from their Fall 2011 collection.

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NEW KICKS ALERT For the past three years, Jordan Brand has owned the 4th quarter, reliably dropping the phreshiest kicks of the year. This year is no different. On November 25, Jordan brand will release one of the most popular silhouettes, Black Cement III for $150. This would make the 4th time JB has re-released this color way. Last year, Jordan Brand sent consumers crazy with their Christmas Cool Greys drop. This year, expect the same pandemonium when the original color way, the Jordan XI Concords, drop for $160 on December 23rd 2011.

The Cement III’s are a must have for the phresh kid, however some are very critical of the icy blue soles on the Concords that don’t have much longevity. But for any true phresh kid, keep them dead stock for years to come.

It’s going to be a great Christmas!

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Art and Footwear For most this may mean a pair of shoes painted up by an artist. Or even a pair of sneakers customized

by Stefan Davis or others likes him. Most completely overlook the art form of handmade footwear. From the simplest of “Rasta�sandals to the most bespoke pair of lace up oxfords you can get, there is something intensely personal about handmade footwear. An art form not lost to many in the footwear industry, many labels especially many street-couture labels are choosing to have one-of editions of many of their most popular footwear made by hand in limited quantities.

It is an oft-overlooked art form but deserves all the respect of other art mediums.

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Shoe-making’s history dates as far back as biblical times. From ancient Egypt to Rome shoemaking was always present. Shoes, though a necessity even became status symbols (much like today). In ancient Rome for instance, the height of Roman soldiers sandals indicated the level of his rank in the Roman Army, in Barouche, East India in the 16th Century, footwear was a privilege of the nobles.

Even the controversial practice of foot binding of young girls to create the “Lily Foot” in China.

The boots worn by these women were pieces of intricate artwork. Some names of shoes are a direct result of where they originated even.

The “Oxford” for example, was first seen in 1665 made of heavy leather worn by Oxford University Students. Necessity birthed the creation of the Cowboy boot in the 1870’s in America after the Civil War. To this day you’re not a Real Cowboy unless you have a pair of handmade cowboy boots.

Handmade shoemaking now has become something for those wealthy, or fortunate enough to find they are something that can be just as much a conversation piece as an awesome timepiece. The art is so detailed that books on the art of bespoke shoemaking are even in print. Describing how to cut the leather, and sew and create the one-of designs that make these shoes one of kind pieces of art for your feet. And as stated before can symbolize one’s status among his peers. Step your status up and go beyond fashion and purchase some art for your feet.

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Since his first mixtape release “Upside Down” early last year via his website beimaejor.com, Bei Mejor has been steady on the grind with production credits and song writing credits for days. Now on his fourth mixtape titled “maejorMaejor”, Bei is definitely on a role, boasting one of the very few J. Cole features on his debut radio single titled “Trouble”, which is set to be lead single from his upcoming debut album still without a release date or a title. Maejor’s debut album is highly anticipated by his fans and with that being the case “maejorMaejor” the mixtape is simply the perfect gift for any fan. Released in September the mixtape is a twenty track buffet, containing a piano remix of Frank Ocean’s “Swim Good” & also a remix of Foster the People’s “Pumped Up Kicks”, both of which have had a lot of excitement behind them.

The entirety of the mixtape has a similar feel to what Maejor is known for, lots of piano in the production and cool samples in the background. But for the most maejorMaejor part its just music that makes you feel good. Each BEI MAEJOR track gives a little piece of Maejor himself, and every time he tells a story you just can’t help but want to see where he takes it. The upside down theme he stuck to for this mixtape is simply who he is; someone making his own world inside this one. A few of the top tracks on this tape would have to be “Dream Killers” Featuring E Miles, “I Can’t Believe”, “Bout That Life”, “They Call Me” Featuring Mike Posner & “Till We Get It Right” those are the tracks that give every ounce of feeling Maejor wanted them to. So check the tape out...hope you enjoy it!

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>ARTISTWATCH PRISCILLA RENEA

This chick is one of the most talented artists I’ve heard this year. Her name is Priscilla, Priscilla Renea to be exact. You may or may not have heard something she did, and I’m guessing it’s not the latter. She’s worked with a vast number of influential & popular artists in the industry today, maybe some of your favorites, from Rihanna to Kelly Rowland & even Chris Brown as a writer or as a producer. Priscilla has dropped a debut album of her own about two years ago called “Jukebox” that didn’t do too well overall, but not for lack of good music. For some reason her music gets more appreciation when she lets someone else sing her words, which is such a bummer since she’s such an awesome singer. At only twenty-three she has a crazy amount of accomplishments under her belt both as an artist and as a songwriter; but it all started when she appeared on the MTV Karaoke show “Say What?” back in 2007, then gained the attention of Capitol Records via her YouTube channel.

favorites on her debut are “Rockabye Baby”, “Lovesick” & “Bacon N’ Eggs”, you can also check out her feature spot on Donnis’ “Southern Lights” mixtape on the title track. This is one of the few features she’s done during her time in the industry, but hopefully we can see a couple more from her in the near future.

After Signing on to capitol she continued working on her album and worked on demos for other artists. Her popular YouTube channel where she releases some of these demos has garnered over 30,000 subscriptions. Priscilla’s still unnamed second album was slated to drop late last year but hopefully will be released sometime next year. If you still haven’t heard of this talented young lady check out her website and YouTube page and maybe you’ll become a fan too. Some www.stylezinemagazine.com

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>BANDTO WATCH Straight out of left field late this year comes a brand new band calling themselves “SuperHeavy”, and they’re just that. They are a music lover’s dream and the makers of dream music. SuperHeavy’s music is totally unlike anything you’ve ever heard before and yet it still has the qualities and sounds of so much of what you know. When I first heard about this new super group project a few months ago I was super pumped to hear what their first release would sound like, and not long after “Miracle Worker” the first single from their self-titled debut was released to internet, then to radio and it was everything I had hoped it would be. Wondering about the sound, right?

Well, the group consists of Mick Jagger, Dave Stewart, Joss Stone, and A.R. Rahman & Damian Marley.

Just imagine these super artists working together on one sound. One “SuperHeavy” project. It’s history in the making. This has to be one of the most insane albums I’ve ever listened to. Back when Punjabi M.C. & Jay-Z did their collaborations I thought that was a pretty big mixture of artists and it came out dope as well, but when you have new-age hero & son of Bob Marley, Damian Marley on tracks with rock legend Mick

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Jagger that’s not just big. That’s Huge. The group came to fruition when rocker Dave Stewart acted on an idea he had by simply calling up Jagger & Stone. Joss had worked with Damian previously on his most recent album with Nas “Distant Relatives” on the track “My Generation” (Super track by the way) and this new friendship may have led to Marley being called upon to participate in what can only be described as greatness.

Stewart later added A. R. Rahmen to his dream band simply based upon the fact that he was fond of his music. A. R. is most widely known for being the man behind the Bollywood theme music for the popular film “Slumdog Millionaire” among other ventures. All In all, each member of the five-person group brings something very special to the music.

>BELOW THE RADAR Every year hundreds of thousands of songs are made by various artists all over the world. With that said its quite obvious that there are going to be some songs that happen to be pretty decent that you just may not get wind of and that simply didn’t get much air-play. So, here are ten songs that may not have gotten your attention initially but are worth a listen.

These are all songs that pretty much coasted below the radar and could’ve done a whole lot better on the charts if they were given a little bit of a better push. So check them out and maybe you can put together your own playlist of some tracks you think didn’t get enough play this year.

High Big Sean Feat. Wiz Khalifa & Chiddy Bang Why I Love You The Throne (Jay-Z & Kanye West) Bout That Life Bei Maejor Stereo Hearts Gym Class Heroes Feat. Adam Levine Running (1000 Miles) T-Pain The Angel Is Mine Till I’m Gone Johntá Austin The Birds Part 2 - The Weekend Return Of Simba - J. Cole Wedding Crasher The Dream (as Terius Nash) Mind Your Manners Chiddy Bang www.stylezinemagazine.com

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Snappas sits on the shoreline of Marsh Harbour, Abaco and welcomes just about anything the tide drags in. With dimmed lights slipping through old crawfish traps and the air tinted with cigars and the emerald green ocean, tonight, the popular bar is swaying with tipsy islanders. A new band from Nassau is in town.

The young musicians bellow hits from Ronnie Butler and Geno D’s earlier days.

“Cent. Five cent. Ten cent. Dollar.”

By impulse, the staggering dancers begin winin’ and grindin,’ as the subliminally vulgar lyrics echoes through the sea air.

Scenes like this one seems extinct however, in the city of Nassau. There’s no stage for the live Bahamian entertainer, other than behind the doors of exclusive hotels and a few nightspots.

It’s not dying; it’s dead. Bahamian music—that part of culture is dead! It died long time.

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A veteran in Bahamian music, K.B. blamed a domino affect, which includes local radio stations and the government’s unwillingness to feature empower Bahamian entrepreneurs and musicians, to the dying genre.

Radio stations are feeding out children garbage, and they have no excuse for it.

Bahamian music are stories from current events and what happened back in the day—these are true stories.

K.B. With the expansion and introduction of major resorts in the capitol, one would think there would special arrangements between the country and these foreign investors, making it mandatory that they feature only Bahamian musicians. Instead, as K.B. pointed out, Avril Lavigne and the Jonas Brothers are featured headliners.

Although, there are some resorts that have invested more into Bahamian music. Like Sandals Royal Bahamian Resort, which contracted popular female performer, T’Rez Hepburn to sing her hits during its weekly mini fish fry. With Bahamian

cuisine on the menu and a Junkanoo rush-out, guests have no reason to leave the resort.

Once upon a time, Bahamian concerts would sell out with the simple thought of Ronnie Butler’s unbuttoned shirt and snug slacks. Clubs like the King and Knights Club, Family Island Lounge and the Peanut Club were packed with Bahamians, from all over, eager to sway and shake to their favorite tunes and artists. Now, the live Bahamian entertainer is a walking monument of how things used to be.

Where have all the live Bahamian musicians gone?

She Fat’ lyrics or rake ‘n scrape. Instead, visitors walk into jewelry and souvenir stores that burst out soca, reggae, reggae-ton and other musical genres that can not, and should not, be identified as Bahamian. Hepburn noted that Bahamians and visitors only seem to experience and appreciate culture at Junkanoo parades, which are also saturated with other influences.

Junkanoo is not our culture when they’re playing soca music. I can’t even turn on the radio to listen to Bahamian music, except for one or two.

Hepburn says.

If I went to Africa, I don’t expect to hear Beyoncé; I’d go to America for that.

In an effort to fight the extinction of the live Bahamian musician, Hepburn suggested that Bahamian culture is merged into the History curriculum at schools.

You would often hear young people say, ‘Chile, I ain’t into Bahamian music,’ but these are stories that were told years ago. This is where the attention should be. We need to include this in the school curriculum; stop calling us once a year to these schools to talk about culture.

On the other hand, multiple Cacique Award

Well, most of them went to the Turks and Caicos.

Back from a gig that included Butler, Geno D, KB and Ira Storr, Hepburn—one of the most popular female artists today, says Bahamians and music fans there love Bahamian culture more.

Folks in Turks and Caicos know how to appreciate Bahamian music, says Hepburn.

“When you go to Trinidad, all you hear is Trinidadian music. When you go (to) Jamaica, you hear Jamaican music. Them people believe in their music,” she says.

Strolling along the corridor of Bay Street, tourists are not greeted by ‘Burma Road’ or ‘Jus Cuz

When you go to Trinidad, all you hear is Trinidadian music. When you go (to) Jamaica, you hear Jamaican music.

Them people believe in their music!

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We we never taught the importance of our culture, but we need to realize the importance to preserve it.

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in Ya Boungey”) can continue to draw a youthful fan base and help fight to keep Bahamian music alive.

Although, artists like McKenzie and Geno D are singing one note a month. Due to the mounting costs and stifling albums profits, some Bahamian musicians are releasing only singles.

After spending hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars in recording sessions, Geno D says he has not sold a single CD from his latest album, which he credits to a “national identity crisis.”

“We were never taught the importance of our culture, but we need to realize the importance to preserve it. Maybe we need to loose it in order to fight and appreciate it,” says Geno D. He also cast blame on the recession for bands loosing gigs to disc jockeys, who, for the most part, are fans of soca, rap and reggae. However, if it were not for the clubs and other nightspots that book them, there would be more gigs for live Bahamian entertainers.

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