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Beer of the Week: Diamond Bear’s Presidential IPA

Thursday, September 17, 2009 3:21PM - By Mike Payne

diamond bear presidential ipa Beer of the Week: Diamond Bears Presidential IPA

Diamond Bear’s Presidential IPA arrived in our recent package from the Beer of the Month Club.  While IPA is not our favorite style, we’re always eager to try new things.  This makes our monthly arrival of the beer of the month package like a mini-Christmas, filled with 12 bottles of beers we’ve likely never heard of.  This IPA pours a golden amber with thick, fluffy head and an aroma of sweet malts and citrusy hops.  To the tongue, Presidential IPA has flavors of caramel, toasted malts and citrus that finishes with a spicy, hoppy bitter aftertaste.  Presidential IPA is drinkable, not too pricey for a pack of six, and is well complimented with a lighter meat dish.  Take the lower StyleCrave rating in stride, we tend to avoid IPAs and may not be the best critic of this style.  StyleCrave Rating: C+

Wine Wednesday: 2007 Tamellini Soave Reviewed

Wednesday, September 16, 2009 2:30PM - By Mike Payne

2007 tamellini soave Wine Wednesday: 2007 Tamellini Soave Reviewed

Planning on fish or pasta this weekend?  A good Soave will do you right, but if you want a great one– try the 2007 Tamellini Soave, as sent from the Wine of the Month Club.  Personally, I had never tried a Soave before, and this cool crisp white was a pleasant surprise.  Tamellini Soave pours a pale golden yellow with light, honey/almond scents spicing up the citrus aroma.  The flavor starts crisp with the same sense of citrus, ending bright and strong.  If you need a meal suggestion for the weekend, make yourselves a shrimp pasta and pair it with a bottle of this.  You’ll thank us!

Lonneke Engel by Marcus Ohlsson

Tuesday, September 15, 2009 4:00PM - By Mike Payne

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Dutch fashion model Lonneke Engel dressed down for a stylish summer beach shoot with photographer Marcus Ohlsson.  We certainly wouldn’t mind prancing around the beach with Miss Engel, who now at 28 years old has been modeling for over 16 years.  We’ll have to forgive the fact, however, that she dated famed magician and douchebag David Blaine.  It’s okay, Lonneke.  As soon as we figure out how to pronounce your name we’ll lay the charm on something fierce.

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Blancpain 500 Fathoms Watch

Tuesday, September 15, 2009 12:00PM - By Mike Payne

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The Blancpain 500 Fathoms Watch has been a long time coming.  After a year-and-a-half of teases, press events and even a one-off charity auction, the Blancpain 500 Fathoms Watch is now officially ready for the buying public.  The release version of the 500 Fathoms is just as sexy as was originally teased– a sleek circular centerpiece for the stylish man’s arm.  It won’t come cheap, as prices are expected to run in the $12k range.  Those who can afford one will be taking home a rare, finely crafted Swiss timepiece that you’re likely to never see twice.  Go get ‘em, StyleCravers.  [via luxist]

Claudia Schiffer in Vogue Germany, October 2009

Friday, September 11, 2009 3:00PM - By Mike Payne

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In fashion magazines all over the world, there is no shortage of Claudia Schiffer lately.  At 39 years of age, Miss Schiffer has the same statuesque beauty that got her into this business over two decades ago.  Next month, Schiffer will be featured in an editorial for Vogue Germany, the magazine based not far from her home town.  Keep doing what you do, Claudia, we’re sure you’ll still be looking hot at 49 as well…

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Fashion Week 2010 Kicks Off in New York

Friday, September 11, 2009 2:30PM - By Mike Payne

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Mercedes Benz Fashion Week 2010 Kicks Off in New York – Fashion week officially launched today in New York, with a full week of new releases by the biggest names in mens style and womens wear.  Each day next week, we’ll be covering the latest news and releases in mens style that matter most to you.  Hit the jump for the full schedule from Fashion Week 2010.  In the mean time, let us know if there’s anything you’d like us to focus on during the week long event.  We’ve got our eyes on a few mens fashion trendsetters, but want to be sure we cover your favorite styles as well.

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Caroline Winberg by Fashion Photographer John Akehurst

Wednesday, September 9, 2009 4:00PM - By Mike Payne

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Here at StyleCrave, we love Caroline Winberg.  We’ve covered her every chance we’ve gotten thus far, and thanks to photographer John Akehurst, we’re doing it again.  This time, the 24-year-old Swedish stunner is dressing down in high fashion, bringing her sultry, suggestive look to cool colored clothing and second skin lingerie.  While your editor may be partial to brunettes, blondes certainly don’t get much better than Miss Winberg… [johnakehurst via fashiongonerogue]

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Eva Herzigova in Elle France

Tuesday, September 8, 2009 3:00PM - By Mike Payne

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Supermodel Eva Herzigova is proof that Czech women can age as finely as their country’s craft beer.  At 36, Miss Herzigova is still in high demand in the world of high fashion, constantly working on shoots like this one for French Elle Magazine.  While 36 may not be old to the layman, it is far beyond the twilight of most model’s careers.  We’re glad Eva is still en vogue, we certainly don’t mind looking at editorials like this…

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Happy Labor Day StyleCravers

Monday, September 7, 2009 11:30AM - By Mike Payne

labor day Happy Labor Day StyleCravers

Happy Labor Day, StyleCrave readers.  You’ve earned this Monday off, we hope you spend it happily with friends, family, good food and plenty of fun.  If you’re outside the US and don’t celebrate this one, we wish you were here to enjoy a beer with us.  We’ll be back in action tomorrow, rocking out the great men’s fashion and luxury lifestyle gear that is our staple.  Enjoy your day off, we’ll do our best to do the same!

(image courtesy: voxphoto, via flickr)