Important Men | Yves Saint Laurent

Some post do not require extensive text.  This in an example. A vintage tribute to a fashion giant.

Enjoy!

Classic Visuals | Robert Palmer

A quintessential act for the video age

As the MTV age kicked into high gear, Robert Palmer was a man properly groomed for the video medium. Many of the videos featured great music, wardrobe and interesting choreography. Mr. Palmers suits and color combinations were always conservative and on point. The look was never uptight, always easy. The ladies featured in these videos were fashionably cohesive, from the hair to the outfits.

Nice.

Important Men | Nicholas Brothers

Effortless style, movement and presence

Being a fan of Sammy Davis Jr., James Brown, Michael Jackson, Fred Astaire, Gregory Hines and countless others, one cannot forget this stylish duo. No matter how difficult the foot task, Fayard and Harold Nicholas completed seamless dance routines, with impeccable style and grace. I am continually amazed by the duos innovative style of dance, vocal talent, presence and sartorial excellence. To witness professionalism, talent and style merge for such a regal result, is a blessing.

Thank you gentlemen.

Classic Visuals | Beach Boys perform “God Only Knows” (1969)

Harmony

The Beach Boys like The Carpenters have great lyrics and melodies. Live performances are always gems. You see the true talent of your favorite groups and the wardrobe choices. The culminating harmony at the end of this song is priceless.

Classic Visuals | The Temptations and The Four Tops

Grooming, harmony, rhythm and swagger

Generations have come of age on this music. Visuals, style and talent are vital. The Temptations and The Four Tops serve as an unshakable pillar of the said qualities. The dance steps, the suits, the performance…Wow!

The Temptations

The Four Tops

Classic Visuals | The Zombies perform “Summertime” (1965)

Awesome

This clip is one of the most stylish ever. The song and the tenor of the band make the outfits arctic cool. Have a look.

Important Men | Marlon Brando

The Cool

I wonder, when these photos of Mr. Brando were taken, did he know he was killing it? I am sure he did. Some gentlemen were born for the silver screen. “Brando” as my Father called him, was a Saturday-Sunday television matinee favorite growing up. My father would say, “Son this is one of the coolest men on the planet!” After growing up and doing my own research, I now agree. Brando was a class act and remains one of the best to ever hold the attention of millions with sheer talent and style.

Photos courtesy of LIFE Images.

Important Men | James Brown ~ Sunny & I don’t want nobody

The God Father Of Soul!!

One of my dear clients showed this clip to me, after viewing it (over 30 times) I was so amazed. The spin Mr. Brown applies to this standard is outstanding. The focal point of this site is fashion. Please look at the fit of this suit. The cut of the jacket, the fit and break on the trouser, the man could wear a suit.  It would be extremely difficult to duplicate the movements Mr. Brown demonstrates with relative ease.

Mr. Brown, how many ways can I thank you? Thank you for making millions of Men, Women and children proud to be themselves. Thank you for such brilliant footwork and movement. Thank you for the great voice, the vast landscape of music and the artist of all races you continue to inspire (present company included).

Extra: I don’t want nobody (Open up the door) | Look at the suit and listen to the lyrics on this one.