07.31.12 
Katie P
Cardigan’s are a great way to transition from summer to fall 
They can be dressed up and down, and are a great way to layer if you don’t want to commit to something like a suit jacket. They come in all shapes and sizes, so almost everyone can find one that they like!
07.26.12 Katie P
Did you know this city has a myriad of beer festivals that run until October?! I sure didn’t! I found the complete list at http://thedrunkyinzer.com/brewfests. This list contains all of the festivals in and around our great city Here are a few that I think sound especially awesome:
Tickets: $60
Come to the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium for an evening of food, music, and the best craft beers around!
You have been to other beer festivals, but where else are you going to sip on Brooklyn Brown Ale, Long Trail Double Bag, Boulder Beer’s Sweaty Betty, to name a few, while seeing some exotic animals.
It’s fantastically unique beer in a one-of-a kind setting, with food provided by A Taste of the Wild Catering.
All guests receive a commemorative mug for sampling, and T-shirts will be available for purchase.
Ticket Sales Begin August 1, 2012
This year’s 6th annual Brewing up a Cure event will take place on Saturday October 13th from 7pm-10pm, with a VIP session prior to the event from 6pm-7pm. Due to the tremendous success of last year’s sold out event, we have decided to move to a larger venue to provide a more comfortable setting for our guests. The event will be held at the PPG Wintergarten at PPG Place in Downtown Pittsburgh.
Tickets for this year’s event will be available soon online. The prices for event tickets are as follows:
VIP Session: $50 **SOLD OUT!!**
General Admission: $40
General Admission (at the door, if available): $50
All previous attendees will have the opportunity to purchase tickets at last year’s prices before they are on sale to the general public. Make sure to watch your email for the ticket link, and make sure to get your tickets early before they are all gone! We are looking forward to seeing all of you at what is shaping up to be the best Brewing up a Cure event yet!
Pittsburgh offers so many beer related things, make sure that you check out at least one of the awesome festivals this year!
Happy drinking
07.17.12 Katie P
I love this casual look. It looks put together and fashion forward. The cuffed pant is so great, and the print! Need I say more? Want to try this look but maybe the print isn’t for you? Try these guys from Christian Louboutin:
They are still great flats, but they are a bit more plain
07.12.12 Katie P
This week’s Thirsty Thursday is brought to you by Luke Cypher. As a culinary instructor at the Market District, Luke has worked with beer in all shapes, sizes, colors, and flavors. Check out what he has to say about his recipe for Beer Batter:
A porter style beer exhibits dark and coffee notes. By utilizing it in a batter with fish (or shrimp) you bring out a whole new set of flavors. Utilize this batter in fish tacos with lime cole slaw or on a fish sandwich with a rich cheese and you’ll experience a new appreciation for fried seafood. Pair food accordingly with a similar porter or sufficient dark beer and connect the notes from beer to food.
Porter Beer Batter
Serves: • Prep time: 5 minutes • Cook time: 10-15 minutes
Ingredients:
2 cups flour
1 Tbsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
2 Tbsp Old Bay
1 bottle Porter style beer (12 oz)
Cornstarch for dredging
1-2 lbs flaky white fish
Vegetable oil for frying
Directions:
1. In large bowl combine flour, baking powder, salt, seasoning and beer.
2. Whisk until batter is smooth and free of any lumps.
3. In separate bowl add cornstarch, set aside.
4. Dredge fish in cornstarch.
5. Dip in batter mixture, and place in frying oil. (350*)
6. Fry till golden brown, drain on paper towels.
Ummmm yum right?!
07.10.12 Katie P
Yes, yes, yes! There is nothing better than seeing a man on a motorcycle. Not necessarily the most practical of rides, but damn is it sexy! These bad boys are perfect for those cool summer evenings and they use less gas! What’s better than that?
Check out all these celebs on cycles!
ryan reynolds
brangelina
and my favorite.. ryan gosling
Happy riding
07.5.12 Katie P
Today’s thirsty thursday will be all about beer tips! These tips and more can be found on the Beer Institute.
Temperature
Experience shows that most people prefer drinking beer which is chilled to about 40 to 42 degrees Fahrenheit (4 to 6 degrees Celsius). This is when beer tastes most delicious. It’s a temperature best obtained by storing beer on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator, away from the freezing section. Once removed from the refrigerator, beer should be served before it warms up. For a large party, beer may be chilled in any large container. Let the ice melt and add cold water. Check water temperature with a thermometer, if available. Just keep your beer cans or bottles in this cold water.
Opening and Storing Beer
Open your cans or bottles with care; be sure not to shake or agitate. Always store beer in a cool, dark place, away from the light. This helps protect the rich body and strength always present in U.S. beers. When chilling, place in the bottom of your refrigerator, away from your freezing or coldest compartment. Keep a supply there always.
Keep bottle openers and can openers in good condition. Faulty openers can cause chipping or cracking of bottles and denting of cans.
Serving
There are many ways to serve beer. Beer gives an added pleasure when served from a glass or mug. The tall tapering pilsner and the graceful hollow-stemmed goblet are especially popular glasses for entertaining, because they lend such a glamourous air to such an inexpensive beverage.
Glasses
Beer and ale taste fine when served from many types of glasses-ceramic, glass and pewter mugs all are appropriate.
For picnics, paper beer cups are available in many sizes. The fine taste is preserved by the special coating on the cups. For large crowds, it’s easier to use these containers.
You’ll get the best sparkle in your beer when your glasses sparkle. Any trace of grease or soap or lint from a towel will cut down beer enjoyment. Use a soap-free odorless, cleaning agent or a detergent. Baking soda is excellent, too.
A clean beer glass is necessary to acquire the proper foam and flavor. If washed properly, there will be no bubbles clinging to the side of the glass. The foam will adhere to the inside of the glass in a ring design.
Always rinse glasses thoroughly in clean cool water, preferably running water. Do not dry glasses. Allow to drain freely so air can circulate in them. Another expert tip is to dip the clean glass into cold rinse water before serving. (Try these secrets and you will serve a perfect glass of beer.)
Pouring of The Brew
There’s an art in pouring beer. Some people like a high foamy collar; some a short one. You can obtain a fine creamy head by letting the beer splash into the glass. A good way to achieve the foam you desire is to tilt the glass and begin pouring the beer down the side, then straighten the glass and pour into the center. You will quickly learn how to build a high or low head by varying the distance between the can or bottle and the glass.
Many experts recommend that you pour beer directly into a glass. They claim you have a better looking glass of beer this way and it’s more flavorful. But remember to find your favorite way of pouring beer and stick to it. It’s your personal preference that is most important.
07.3.12 Katie P
Ummm hello how sexy is that!!! If you are a man who must wear a suit on a daily basis (and those who wear them occasionally are included too!!) please, please add a pocket square. They step your look up, and trust me, all the ladies love it. Just look at the men from Gossip Girl, they all know how to rock a pocket square!
Ed Westwick’s character, Chuck Bass.
Chace Crawford
Penn Badgley
Pocket Squares are smart and sexy, us girls love ‘em This is definitely a must have look for all you men out there!
06.29.12 Gina Hussar
The 2013 Porsche Boxster Release Party, mixed with few cocktails, a few engines, delicious hor d’ourves , and some guests leaving a little more bankrupt than they arrived, was everything expected and more. Porsche lovers gathered awaiting and anticipating the introduction to the latest by Porsche.
And a fine introduction it was. Allow me to introduce you to the latest baby. The car you must own, and if not, you can at least dream of owning it. The 2013 Porsche Boxster. 350 Horse Power, 6 speed manual transmission, 20 inch low profile wheels, and 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds. Need I say more?
….A glimpse of my own Front Row Gent riding dirty. Option to purchase in Black, all leather interior, I might add.
….Or in white. This lady was sold within a half and hour of the introduction.
…We may or may not be made for each other, you tell me.
If you’ve begun your search for your next vehicle this is it. Head out to your nearest Porsche dealership!
06.28.12 Katie P
Let’s see what Take One Down has to say about Merry Monks!
What they say:
Merry Monks’ is a Belgian style Abby Tripel. To be true to the style, Merry Monks’ Ale is bottle conditioned. This means we add a bit of sugar and yeast just prior to bottling. This imparts a special effervescence to the beer, a creamier carbonation, and also extends the shelf life. The on-going fermentation inside the bottle will change the character of the beer as it ages, and you’ll find it becomes dryer with age. You may want to lay down a few bottles for future evaluation. We suggest storing at cellar temperatures – around 55°F – and away from light.
When you try this beer you’re in for a unique treat. The special effervescence and creaminess are immediately apparent when pouring. The pilsner malts combined with the Belgian yeast strains yield a remarkable and complex flavor- perhaps you’ll note subtle hints of banana and cookie dough. The flavor is nicely balanced and the finish moderate to dry, begging for the next sip. This 9.3% brew is avaiable year-round.
What I say:
Looks like a Trap Tripel….Smells Like a Trap Tripel….Tastes like a freakin banana. Weird. They also say “you’ll note subtle hints of cookie dough”…. uuhhhhh, no you won’t. Thats just dumb. I’m not saying the whole banana-rama is a bad thing it just caught me off guard.
Also, heres a bit of learnin for yinz… whenever a beer has a monk on the bottle or is called an “abbey style” it’s to copy pay homage to the famous Trappist beirs that we at TakeOneDown hold so near and dear to our livers. Some don’t come close while I feel others come real close and even surpass.
Label:
Nothing to special, just a average illustration of a few monks getting tipsy and a HUGE GOVERMENT WARNING about not drinking when you’re knocked up.
Overall:
“eehhh”
Thanks http://www.takeonedown.com/ for the great review for Thirsty Thursday!!!
06.27.12 Gina Hussar
The clock is ticking. Just a few more short weeks until the release of highly anticipated film The Dark Knight Rises. The third Batman has been the topic of most conversations since the early filming days. I’m not sure what we’re excited for more, the last flick of the trilogy or seeing Anne Hathaway in her catwoman suit. Either way, theirs a lot of hype going around. Come July 20th we’ll all be in theaters perfectly positioned in front of the big screen, popcorn in hand, phones silenced and completely in-tuned to Christopher Nolen’s latest.
Get your I-phone ready for the film of the summer!
….and might as well get your mustache ready while your at it.
This dude’s even building his own batmobile. Now, now we all know that’s what you’re all secretly doing in the garage!
Do what you want to prepare for the flick, just please don’t attempt to turn the family dog into the joker!
See you all in theaters July 20th!
06.27.12 Gina Hussar
Each Wednesday, Front Row gives you a few more toys’ to add to your list. These toys, in particular, have absolutely no meaning or need in your life. But, ya gotta have em’! Because we all know men can’t have too many toys! The following items have been Front Row Approved. Eat it up, Gents!
Give your favorite brew a manly mane of (facial?) hair with the Beard Coozie ($7). Made from crafting fur that’s mounted to a stretchy band for maximum beer container compatibility, they feature a “mouth” opening to let a portion of the label shine through, and will instantly make you the coolest drunk at the party. So even if you do have to shave your playoff beard, at least your beer will still have one!
Hornady Zombie Max Ammo ($28) is no laughing matter. These 168 grain, .308 Winchester rounds come 20 to a box, and can fly through the air — and straight at the undead’s noggin — at an impressive 2700 feet per second. A word of advice: if you end up using these, you’re probably going to need more than one box.
Budnitz Beer Wrench ($40). Crafted from titanium, it sports a 15mm spanner wrench on one end for removing rear axle bolts, internal hub bolts, and pitlock keys, two holes in the middle that work with the included titanium thumb screws to secure it to the water bottle mounts on your bike, and, of course, a bottle opener on the end opposite the wrench, engraved with the zen quote “The road is the destination”. Indeed.
Arrive at your next food fight properly equipped with the Double Barrel Marshmallow Shooter($35). Sporting a blue and red body and packing two 25 mini-marshmallow magazines, it’s ready to fire sugary satisfaction into the face of your enemies… even if they’re taking the mashed potato-on-a-spoon “dirty bomb” approach.
BorritoBot: A 3D printer for making…yup, burritos.
For more useless, but must-own items check out uncrate.com!
06.26.12 Katie P
These amazing red, white, and blue saddle’s are the perfect way to celebrate the 4th of July in style. Not too crazy, but still trendy and fun. Try them with a cuffed chino and a low maintenance t-shirt for all of the BBQ’s you will be attending this upcoming July 4th weekend.Check out some other fun red, white, and blue shoes I found
06.25.12 Gina Hussar
Ashton Martin Vanquish(190,000 and up; roughly $300,000 and up) returns the name to its former glory, with a 6.0-litre V12 engine pumping out 565 hp, a Touchtronic 2 six-speed automatic that keeps the power pumping to the wheels for a 0-62 mph time of 4.1 seconds and a top speed of 183 mph. Other features include LED rear lighting, a more spacious cabin and boot, a refined, LED-laden interior, and an undeniably sexy, all-carbon fiber body.
BMW Zagato Coupe ($TBA) wears its Italian design heritage proudly. Details are scant on this shapely coupe, which features Zagato “z” letters in the signature kidney grille, 19-inch alloy wheels that recall propellers, and a double-bubble roof. We can only guess that it’s based on the Z4 roadster, but it doesn’t really matter, as this is the only one that exists.
Lamborghini Urus Concept ($TBA) promises to be both the most powerful — roughly 600 hp — and the least polluting production SUV on the market when it finally hits the streets in 2015. As you might be able to tell from the launch date, details of the beast are pretty scarce right now, but rest assured that it’ll pack plenty of room for four passengers, and will likely cost somewhere around $200K — although if you’re seriously considering buying one, you probably already knew that.
Deus Bald Terrior 1200 Motorcycle ($TBA). Based on a Harley Sportster, the Bald Terrior features custom 19- and 18-inch wheel sets, brake calipers, and rotors, one-off inch clip-on bars, a Vance & Hines performance exhaust, a PM Super gas air filter, custom length Ikon rear dampers, a Daytona electric speedo, and a hard black chromed fork sliders.
JUST FOR FUN:
Hot Tub Boat ($TBA). Capable of holding six people on the water or eight at the dock, this buoyant soaking tub is powered by an electric motor that pushes you along at a leisurely pace of five-or-so knots, so as to not splash around the water inside — that’s your job, after all.
06.22.12 Gina Hussar
Today, we’re all about Zombies here at the Front Row Gents’ office. Sad to say, this hasn’t been the first time I’ve been included in this topic of conversation. I know you guys are ready to kick some zombie ass when the time comes. But, do you have the proper preparations? While the world panics and runs around like chickens with their heads cut off, you men can sit back, sip some whiskey and relax knowing you’re prepared with all this gear. I browsed and posted the MUST-HAVES! You can thank me later.
First Buy: The Walking Dead: Second Season Limited Addition
The Gear:
1. Gerber Apocalypse Kit – $349
2. Ultimate Survival Kit in a Water Bottle – $20
3. Ka-Bar ZK-Kharon Tanto Folder Knife – $24
4. 500 JIC II – $296
5. SureFire E2D LED Defender – $189
6. Tactical Bleeding Zombie Target – $90
7. Glowbar Classic – $50
8. Tactical Sammich – $6
9. The Zombie Combat Manual: A Guide to Fighting the Living Dead – $11
The Rides:
We all know, thanks to The Walking Dead, and the dozens of zombie movies released within the past few years, that you need an extremely badass vehicle in order to survive the zombie apocalypse. Here are my first few picks. Start saving now!
Conquest Knight XV
Gnarboard Trail Rider
Mercedes-Benz Unimog
WaterCar Python: Guess we’ll find out if zombies can swim!
06.21.12 Katie P
In time Thursday nights have become a third night of our weekends. I am sure that most of you men out there have enjoyed this tradition. Well starting today, every Thursday will be dubbed “thirsty Thursday”. All of your alcohol (and non alcohol) desires will be full-filled! Today I found this awesome list of 10 Cool Beverage Drinking Gadgets. Check em out!
Turn your can into a spill proof one!
For the heavier, bulkier containers
Don’t want someone drinking your bar dry? Try this gadget!
The master opener!
This draft beer faucet traditional used for things like kegerators, but thanks to the peeps from the Food Network, they turn a watermelon into a cocktail keg.
Binocular flask! Two sides, two drinks. Need I say more?
This bottle holder takes most sizes of bottles, and fits on most mens bikes.
Tired of only the pop you can buy at the store? Turn any drink into a fizzy one!
This gadget turns your ugly water bottles, into awesome pitchers
For all you cocktail drinkers, this gadget squeezes for you, without the mess!
http://oddyfunny.blogspot.com/2010/04/10-cool-beverage-drinking-gadgets.html
06.20.12 Gina Hussar
Gentlemen, it’s time to dust off the grill and get ready to host the baddest backyard BBQ this summer! What’s a summer without a little grill glory. And, we all know, ya can’t host the best BBQ without a few secrets!
THE SAUCE:
This recipe is the simplest, quickest, and the BEST!
What you’ll need:
1 beer
1 cup of your favorite BBQ sauce
Hot sauce
Worcestershire
How to make it:
Pour half the beer into the cup of BBQ sauce. Add a few dashes of hot sauce and Worcestershire. Mix well. Taste. Season with more hot sauce or Worcestershire, if needed. Drink the rest of your beer.
THE RIBS:
Step 1: Season the rack. Create your own dry rub starting with even amounts of salt and sugar and adding whatever spices you like. Don’t be shy. Use a charcoal grill whenever possible, wrap your wood chips in foil and place them on the coals. Keep the coals to one side of the grill and the meat on the other for indirect heat. Never cook ribs over direct heat.
*Common Misconception: Rubs should be rubbed in. FALSE: you don’t need to grind seasonings into the meat. As a matter of fact both of our chefs simply sprinkled it on by the handful and moved straight to the grill.
Step 2: Foil the rack After about two hours (less for the Baby Backs), remove your rack and wrap it in foil. Add a splash of apple juice, Jack Daniel’s or some other refreshing combination to moisten and tenderize the pork. Follow up with more of the rub (both sides, please). Wrap tightly and return to the grill.
Step 3: Sauce/Season and Serve Give the ribs about 30-60 minutes in the foil. It’s important to note that if you leave the meat in the foil for too long, the added liquid will wash out that smokey flavor you worked so hard to impart in Step 1. Remove from the foil, add more of your dry rub or homemade BBQ sauce, divide into serving sizes and dig in. A connoisseur will serve Spare Ribs as singles and Baby Backs in pairs.
THE BURGERS:
1. Preheat your grill or a cast iron skillet to medium-high heat.
2. Simmer onions with butter in a pan or in a skillet on the grill until soft, about 4 to 5 minutes. Then toss the onions with balsamic vinegar, fresh chopped oregano, salt and pepper.
3. Divide the meat into 8 ounce (half-pound) portions. Work the meat into a ball with clean hands coated with soda water. Form the meat into 3/4 inch thick patties, just slightly larger than the bun. Season the burgers with grey salt and black pepper.
4. Lightly oil the grill or skillet with salad oil. Place the burgers on the grill for about 7 minutes on the first side. Flip and cook for an additional 5 minutes, adding the cheese 2 minutes in.
5. Toast the buns for a minute on the grill
6. Add the dressing to the bun and place the cooked burger on the toasted bun. Dress with lettuce, tomato, onions, bacon and pickle. Makes four burgers.
www.menshealth.com; www.mephisinmay.org
THE BEER:
You want to make sure you have a great selection to offer your guests. When you direct your company to the bucket of ice, stick with the follow selections! Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, Budweiser Budvar Dark Lager, Coopers Sparkling Ale, Thornbridge Jaipur India Pale Ale, Duvel
Photograph: Linda Nylind/the Observer
THE MUSIC:
We have one goal when it comes to the music,loud enough so the neighbors complain, or at least come over and join the festivities! Make sure these songs are included on the playlist!
Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince “Summertime”
Dr. Dre “Nuthin’ But A G Thang”
Jay-Z “Dear Summer”
DJ Quik “Summer Breeze”
www.theurbandaily.com
06.19.12 Katie P
1. ALWAYS tuck in your shirt!
2. If your suspenders have a pattern, try and stay neutral with your shirt.
3. Don’t wear your pants up too high with your suspenders, you look silly.
06.18.12 Gina Hussar
In honor of the sport that inspired its line of leather goods in 1941, COACH has released a limited-edition billfold,hand-pieced from 70-year-old vintage catcher’s mitts. Only 200 have been made, each one wearing its original scuffs and bruises like a badge of honor. Home run? We think so.
*Heritage baseball glove billfold-$348
06.18.12 Gina Hussar
With ECO-CONSCIOUS materials being the main movement currently, I began to research ways to get our men more involved with Ec0-Fabrics! It seems a bit unfair that women have more than enough Eco wearable fashions! But believe it or not, we have brands dedicated to your style, guys. Brands that even benefit the environment!
Introducing 4-rth, a popular sustainable fashion brand with a simple mission: to combine the most comfortable and durable eco-friendly fabrics with unique fashion design for superior fit and style. Designed & made in Los Angeles CA, 4-rth’s classic Eco designs are made from the sustainable & eco-friendly fabrics.
Hybrid Swim Trunks100% recycled nylon
Eco-Track Pant (Heather Gray)
Crossover Hoodie (Heather Gray)
Dirtball Fashion: Has an impressive graphic mens collection! All items are American-made products created utilizing only recycled materials and by producing products in the United States. They employee American workers and reduce carbon emissions by lowering shipping distances. www.dirtballfashion.com
Dirtball Recycle Fly Tee
Dirtball Crow Design Tee
Dirtball Crow Tee
06.18.12 Gina Hussar
It’s almost that time of the year again. Football season. That time when girlfriends and wives become invisible and the only this that matters is who got the interception last night! Ah, gotta love it.
While the days are lasting a bit longer as summer flies by us, why not finally finish that man cave you’ve been perfecting for the last ten years? Because let’s face it, every man dreams of having the perfect set up for all ‘the guys’ to enjoy on Sundays! Get it done, boys!
First and foremost, make sure you have a plan! While browsing ideas in preparation for football season, we must give credit to Jennifer Reynolds Interiors for having THE top ideas for “The Man Cave”! Check out her list of The Man Cave Must Haves!
The Top Ten Man Cave Must Haves!
#1 The Theme. Make sure your hang out is a representation of who you are! ESPECIALLY your hobbies, whether it be hunting, racing, football, or beer!
#2 Equipment: It’s a given that you have to have the proper equipment for the FULL experience! Televisions, music, surround sound, should all be at the top of the list!
#3 Seating: Whether you have room for a sectional, theater type stadium seating, recliners, or chairs and ottomans, be sure to invest in the very best you can afford. Sporting events can last for hours on end and you want to make sure you and your guests are comfortable all the way to the final buzzer.
#4 Serving: If you have the space a full bar area may be in order. You may also want to include extras like a kegerator or humidor if you find it fitting.
#7 Lighting: Be sure to set the right mood in your new space. Use neon, strobe lights, disco balls, colored bulbs, mood, accent, and decorative lighting to pull off your theme just right. Choose wisely as this is one of the most important elements in any room!
#8 Flooring: Let’s face it, with the big game well underway, the last thing most are concerned about is spillage. With all of the food and beverages that are consumed in the average Man Cave, be sure your flooring can withstand the excitement! Use hard surfaces that can easily be cleaned and area rugs that you can whisk off to the cleaners.
#9 Sound: If adjacent rooms or areas around your space don’t want to be in on the festivities, it might not be a bad idea to look into sound proofing your new Man Cave.
#10 Restroom: Let’s face it ladies, we don’t want to share our bathroom with a bunch of men hopped up on sports, hoagies, and beer. We’ll be just as happy as them if they have their very own bathroom…through in a urinal and you’ll have the happiest man alive!
-Photos by The DIY Network.
06.17.12 Gina Hussar
Happy Father’s Day! Whether you’re playing golf, having a barbeque, or just lounging around, this weekend is to honor those amazing fathers out there! If you’re still stuck on a gift idea, we put together a few ideas he will love!Because we all know you’re grabbing his gift on your way to dinner! 
www.kimkardashion.com
Make this fathers day one to remember!
06.14.12 Gina Hussar
Because I love a man with style just as much as the next girl, I’ve arranged for you guys the MUST-OWN brands this summer. From H&M, to Scotch & Soda, and new favorite designer Anthony Morato, I’ve got you covered.Whether your style is prep, laid back, or a little bit edgy, the collections this summer aim to please! So take a shopping trip or send your girlfriends out to shop for you! (they’ll love you more for it!)
Straight from the H&M Spring/Summer 12′ lookbook!
Straight from the Scotch & Soda Spring/Summer 12′ lookbook!
Loving Anthony Morato’s latest collection!
06.14.12 Katie P
1. Don’t wear a black fedora if your sporting dark blues and browns.
2. Unless your name is Russell Brand, pull your hair up if possible when wearing a fedora
3. Don’t wear a fedora that is too small. You start to look like a circus performer.
06.13.12 Gina Hussar
The space intruder multi tool. It’s a screwdriver, a bottle opener and all kinds of other shit we don’t remember.
Aaaand we’re back to help you waste time with another installment of WTF Wednesday. You’re welcome.
Pasta boobs. Just because. Make them for your lady. See how observant she really is. 
Insult Generator- having trouble hating? This book will help you. 
Zombie family car decals- it almost makes family car decals cool… Almost. 
The zombie sleep mask, in honor of the so-called Zombie apocalypse happening courtesy of those dumb bastards in Florida
Come across something ridiculous that you’d like us to include? Shoot me an email to editor@frontrowmonthly.com. Now get back to work. (all images and products from www.fredflare.com)
06.12.12 Katie P
The other day I asked my boyfriend if he would wear a gladiator sandal. Once we got past the fact that he thought I meant a Birkenstock (no!) and he was on the same page as me, he said that yes, he would. Gladiator sandals are something that us females have been sporting for a few seasons now (not too mention they have been around forever). But I wanted to see if the men have started wearing them, and they have! I hate plastic flip flops on guys, and I wanted to find something that my man could wear in the warm months, and still be trendy.
As far as gladiator sandals go, there is something out for everyone! They look so much better with a great outfit, than a pair of plastic flip flops Now go out and find a pair!
06.5.12 Katie P
Last night the MTV Movie Awards aired. The band Fun opened the show. Now, I love music, but I love fashion more. These boys really made my night! Not only was their performance with Janelle Monáe amazing, but the outfits!
The cropped pant, white tuxedo was amazing! A white tux can be a bit over the top, but the cropped pants made it a bit more casual. Along with the boys of Fun, Janelle rocked a great suit as well. Tailored to fit her, the bowler hat, and the bouffant combined into one great outfit that complimented the boys and their white perfectly!
What a great “fun” take on a classic look
06.4.12 Gina Hussar
Ladies, if you have a rocker-boy fetish, you’re in luck this season!
The hairstyle trending in men this season is the Indie Hair, but of course! These easy to wear cuts are suitable for most hair types and capture both length and style! Flawlessly tousled hair will be seen a lot more on the streets and even in the clubs! Now, the question is, how do I convince my own boyfriend to rock this look?
Recommended Product:
The Indie Curly Look:
You boys with the effortless curls are in luck! Key necessities for the Indie Hair are to keep the top long and play with product! A sculptor or wax applied with a leave-in condition will do just the trick!
05.31.12 Gina Hussar
The flip flops, the cargos, the trunks, the sun glasses, we got you covered this summer! www.stylepilot.com
05.29.12 Gina Hussar
Hey Asshole Notepad- check off the offense and stick it to the idiot’s head.
Just this past Christmas, I gave my husband a Burg Watch Phone. It’s a bad-ass lookin’ watch, that is also a phone. I thought it was kinda cool. HE thought he was James Bond and paid more attention to the watch phone than to the children. He loved that he was the only one of his friends to have a Burg Watch phone. And who doesn’t love to be the only one? Enter FredFlare.com. Take a look at some of these conversation starters that you should own. They’re weird. They border on the absurd and they will most definitely have you saying “WTF??” =) You’re welcome….
The Shark Bite Oven Mitt… 
The Toilet Mug… because every man I know still laughs at potty talk. 
How To Poo at Work.. who hasn’t wondered the secret to the perfect workplace poo? 
The Ninja Coat Hook…cuz’ you’re a ninja.
Check back for the next installment of WTF Wednesday!
05.29.12 Gina Hussar
If you’re like most men, summer brings with it a host of outdoor chores. It seems like just a few weeks ago you were lounging by the fire with a beer in one hand and the game on the flat screen, and now you’re sweating your ass off mowing, mulching and trimming shit that has sprouted up over night just to make your life hell. But we stumbled on something that might make mowing the grass just a little more enjoyable. If you could cut the grass AND feel like James Bond/ninja/avenger, would you? Take a look at these concept tractors we found on www.weburbanist.com. The future looks pretty bad-ass….
05.25.12 Gina Hussar
Men, during your work day, your tie is the key essential to your entire wardrobe! Please, do us a favor and drop the geeky snowmen ties and give yourselves that sexy appeal we know you have in you!
Introducing, Vittorio J, finally a brand dedicated to ties! Jesse Chao’s masterpiece brings you classic royal goods for the everyday man!
And you’re not the only one wearing these baby’s!
Celebs who wear Vittorio J:
Pharrell Williams (Music)
Kevin Garnett (NBA)
Ray Allen (NBA)
Jerry Azumah (NFL)
Anderson Noel (Model)
Donovan Campbell (TV Reporter)
Brendon Ayanbadejo (NFL)
Marcus Hamilton (NFL)
Adriane Beltre (MLB)
Brandon Tierney (NFL)
Micah Jesse (TV)
Mike Hill (ESPN)
Marcellus Wiley (ESPN)
Jay Harris (ESPN)
Trey Wingo (ESPN)
Tedy Bruschi (ESPN)
Dari Nowkhah (ESPN)
Antonio Pierce (ESPN)
Mark Schlereth (ESPN)
Amare Stoudemire (NBA)
Kevin Negandhi (ESPN)
Otis Livingston (TV)
Dari Nowkhah (ESPN)
Julius Erving (NBA)
www.vittorioj.com
05.17.12 Katie P
The girls over here at FRMen, LOVE us some leather jackets! Guys, this statement says, “I’m cool and collected, and absolutely know what’s up.” And if you add a baby to that mix, well, game over, we are practically running down the aisle to say “I do”. A worn in, casual leather jacket is a perfect staple to any male wardrobe. It goes with everything, and can be worn throughout the year. Try it with a plain tee, or try it with a button down and tie for a dressier look.
05.17.12 Gina Hussar
Look, some of you are doing great. You’ve got that perfect mix of casual/cool, and you can turn on the Bond when you need to. Others? Not so much. There are still a few of you out there committing some fashion crimes in the name of comfort. It’s our duty to set you straight.
What you’re doing wrong:
1. Socks with sandals- Why? NO one thinks this looks good.
2. Black socks with ANYTHING. Unless you are TRYING to drive a woman away.
3. Offensive t-shirts. If you’re over the age of 20, not in a bowling league and not in your man cave by yourself, there is just no reason. I was ALREADY married when I discovered a t-shirt in my husband’s drawer that said, “If you think my attitude stinks you should smell my underwear.” It was almost a deal-breaker.
4. Leaving your shirt un-buttoned, jersey-shore style. You are not The Situation. And we’re glad about that. So knock it off.
What we DO like
1. Tees that fit juuuuuust right. (www.bonobos.com)
2. We love when you are casual, but not disheveled. And ten extra points for the baby. 
3. And it’s totally hot when you OWN your style. Whether its casual, preppy a la Banana Republic or just a little bad-boy, confidence is EVERYTHING. (We said confidence, not mis-guided arrogance). Just google Lenny Kravitz. He’s got this down perfectly. 
Here are some additional looks to inspire you.
05.14.12 Nick
1. Look them in the eye forgodsake.
2. Embrace the “web-touch”.
3. Not too soft and not too firm. This isn’t World’s Strongest Man over here. We don’ need another remake of something that even sort of compares to arm wrestling.
Exceptions: If you’re on your death bed or have just finished overhauling a hotrod greaser style, you are excused.
05.11.12 Katie P
1. You CAN own a jean vest, just please don’t pair it with jean bottoms
2. You CAN wear a vest with another sleeveless top underneath
3. You don’t always have to tuck the shirt you are wearing underneath into your pants
05.9.12 Katie P
1. Carpenter shorts are for carpenters. Unless you are carrying around a hammer, and need to hang it from your waist to grab at a moment’s notice, don’t event think about putting these on! Try a cut off jean short instead. Make sure that they hit AT or an inch or two ABOVE the knee. And try to keep the baggyness to aminimum.
2. Go out and buy yourself a pair of cotton, colored shorts if you don’t already own a pair. They are a good spring and summer staple– easy to dress up or down.
3. They need to fit correctly. I know comfort is important, but please don’t sag your shorts too much. Swag should come from the heart, not from how baggy your shorts are. The length should come to, or near your knee cap. If they are anylonger you start to look short and squatty. And, if they are uber short, well, more power to you.
05.4.12 Nick
Ok, so you need a pair of sandals. You’ve been telling yourself that real men don’t wear anything that has the word “flop” in it, but Summer is coming and in this case, my friend, you are wrong. Made in our favorite Californian city (San Clemente) since 1974 and with some of those first pairs still racking up the mileage, Rainbow’s are the hands down the best money can buy. And they’re less than $50.
Worn by everyone from the guys who invented SoCal cool to the Marines, Rainbow Sandals are right at home no matter your motif. Now go forth, and may the fourth be with you.
05.3.12 Katie P
1. DO have at least one nice pair.
2. DON’T ever wear them inside. You look dumb.
3. DO push your hair back with them (girls love it!)
05.2.12 Nick
We’ve been there. We get it. Sometime, it can be a bit precarious to show up to an event (namely a wedding or other formal shindig) when you were able to read most of the words on the invite under the “Dress Code” section. If you caught this month’s article in Front Row like I now you all have, then you’ve seen that you have a little latitude when it comes to preparing yourself for the big day, or big night, or big… afternoon?
Do you know how to decipher your way through an invite that says “White-Tie Only” for the dress code? How about “Black-Tie Only”? No? Relax. Have a drink and stop trying to guess the right answers. I guarantee you’ll learn something useful here.
Casual Dress – Casual means just that; casual. Just don’t go thinking that you can pull your chinos out of the wash and hit the road, there’s a bit more involved than that. If you ask us, it’s about the equivalent to what you would wear to dinner after a round of golf.
Semi-Formal – Or, the other way to say “Business Casual”. Think of this as the opportunity to get your suit adjusted and pressed, shoes shined, and your hair cut. Don’t forget to brush your teeth.
Black-Tie Optional – Ah hah…the old enemy of dressing appropriately; ambiguity. Given the fact that the invite has the words “Black-Tie” on it, it shouldn’t be too difficult to deduce that your favorite jersey isn’t going to cut it. As a metter of fact, this option is actually only two choices. You’re either going to be stepping out in a tuxedo or a black suit. The way we see it, you can deviate from the expectation here if you don’t want to wear black but do so within reason. As long as it’s dark, you could get away with another color with your suit – and we suggest matching your tie to it.
Black-Tie Only – Formal all the way. Remember asking yourself why you bought a tuxedo? For you, sir, these three little words justify that decision. Suits need not apply here.
Creative Black-Tie – This is your chance to shine and show off the way you would wear a tuxedo without any rules. Just don’t go Fresh Prince on us.
White-Tie Only – Really the only distinction between “Black-Tie” and “White-Tie” is that for “White-Tie Only” affairs, you will be expected to wear a white shirt, vest and of course tie, with your tuxedo instead of deciding for yourself.
04.24.12 Katie P
The seasons are changing, and you all know what that means. 80 degrees and sunny one day, cold and wet the next. So, all of us here at FRM don’t want any of you Fashionable Real Men to get caught unprepared for the weather. This jean jacket is a great accessory after a warm day, and you can still look cool and collected if you get caught in the rain. You can get the jean jacket pictured above at H&M, for $39.95!
04.19.12 Katie P
There is nothing better than a pair of bright pants on a cloudy day. These bright bottoms are a great way for Fashionable Real Men to sport the neon trend that is seemingly taking over. Don’t be shy when wearing! Pair these guys with a crazy shirt to really be trend worthy, or tone them down a bit with a solid neutral.
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