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A Father to Men’s Style

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TaylordBlu Clothing Brand was born out of Marlin’s love of vintage old Hollywood style. His quest as a designer has always been to redefine the way men dress. Marlin’s vision is to make a contribution to fashion just as Ralph Lauren has made to “redefining the American style” and how men dress.

What inspired you to become a fashion designer? You’ve heard that saying that I never chose to be a fashion designer, fashion design chose me. Well this is so true in my case. I often reflect on my style as a kid and just simply nod my head with understanding, that fashion is a part of who I am. We all have abilities that are just of a natural order of who we are, and I just so happen to be great at putting things together; so being a fashion designer has always been who I was, even before creating my own line.

How would you describe your brand? I would describe my brand as Vintage Hollywood with a modern flare to it, adding color, contrast, and depth to a market that needed revitalization of men’s neckwear and accessories. This was the idea behind the birth of the TaylordBlu collection.

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What challenges do you face being in the fashion industry? There are many challenges that I have encountered since starting my own clothing line; such as marketing/advertising, capital, competition, and designs of all of things that affect many start-up clothing lines from day one.

My biggest would definitely be advertisement and marketing, only because I come from a small Midwest town in Ohio, with no credit to fashion trends.

This is a small blue collar town in which fashion is obsolete. So designing clothing that many see on television, magazines, and fliers must connect with the area in which you reside. The biggest challenge for me has been connecting with my target audience of young corporate professionals. Since the economy is making a slow recovery and few-

er jobs are being created, many choose to spend their hard earned money in areas where they will see the most benefit to them and their families. So my abilities to be somewhat successful in my area has been difficult at best, but through social media like Instagram, Facebook, and twitter just to name a few, we now can market more streamline straight to the consumer without all the pricey advertisement needed by the major brands in the industry.

So I have to constantly show the consumer through these forums that my brand is just as competitive and a quality product in comparison to the major labels in order to compete with dollars and cents; but I am making this work for me with no overhead I can now concentrate on new designs and capital versus marketing and advertisement.

Where do you find your inspiration from when creating your new collections? My inspiration comes from many things…my travels to beautiful places where architecture dominates the skyline, nature, and from the old movies of Hollywood dating back to the silent movie era to the bustling streets and sounds of New York City. I love color, so nature is the catalyst for invoking color and patterns into my designs. Color can take an ordinary outfit, and make you look like a million dollars, so I find that to be a very important necessity when designing. Next would be patterns… from plaids to stripes, from paisley to floral designs, from simple to bold can be the defining aesthetic that makes your brand stand out from the rest. So thinking outside the box is essential for survival in this industry, and that I am good at.

Who is your biggest influence? Wow…..Great question, well I would have to say ….Tom Ford, Ralph Lauren, Michael Kors, Calvin Klein, Oscar De La Renta, and Rudolph Valentino just to name a few. They have revolutionized the man’s suit and accessories to the next level. I love the fitted European influences, meticulous aesthetics, and attention to detail in their designs. They truly are the litmus standard for the modern man of the past, today, and the future. My hope is that my brand, TaylordBlu, will at some point be referenced by those that see fashion as a cornerstone rather than a trend as it relates to men’s neckwear and accessories. My philosophy is simple….We are committed to redefining how men dress.

What does 2015 hold for the brand? As a result of attending Nolcha Fashion Week: New York Fall/ Winter 2015. The feedback has been incredible! It was just the exposure I needed to propel me into a broader market, and gave me the opportunity to network with those in the fashion industry, and has allowed me to collaborate with many other brands that are already established in the market. So my outlook beyond 2015 looks promising! My quest is too make TaylordBlu more than just a local brand, but to now bringing it more mainstream with the ability to reach my target audience and beyond.

My quest as a designer has always been to redefine how men dress. The TaylordBlu brand has been built around meticulous aesthetics, quality, craftsmanship, and attention to detail, while staying competitive and accessible. Through my designs, I want to invite people to experience my dream of making fashion a lifestyle. My goal as a designer is a simple one, based on the belief that fashion is just another way in which we express our personality to the world. “A successful man will always dress in ways that reflect his own individual style,” that’s why my tag line is “Custom made ~ individually inspired”

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Designer Marlin Jones: A Father to Men’s Style Parenthood has a way of changing your perspective of life. For most men fatherhood and being a parent changes almost everything. Topics and behavior that once passed under the radar are noticed. Their decisions on what is and isn’t acceptable behavior, conduct and conversation changes; especially when in the presence of their child.

Imagine if you may, a true gentleman who has decided to be that father to the “today’s man” sense of style.

His role and job is to guide men of today as he would his own children on the do’s and don’ts, except his consultations and advice are on style (yet given the right time or circumstance he will do that also). To him, men’s accessories are the runway lights that guide your path of impeccable style, enabling your fashion sense to take flight. To let him tell it, he firmly believes the art of style not only represents you, but it is also a powerful tool to present yourself to the world.

In honor of Father’s Day and in the style of Bronze Magazine, we decided to pay tribute to a man who is not only a father to his children and community, but also a father to redefining and repositioning the definition of elegant style for men around the world.

Succinctly, showing them how to dress up their button downs.

Who is the man of the hour? None other than Marlin Jones, CEO and founder of Taylordblu, a men’s designer accessory line that is custom made but individually inspired.

Marlin likes to state that he believes that there is a natural order of who we are. He further explains that he is who he is not by seeking to be the person he is, but rather by seeking to experience life, which has made him who he is today. So who is he? An ex-military man, a nurse, model, a father and designer; rooted as an entrepreneur. Marlin seeks to take his passions and turn them into profit.

Candidly he states, “Instant made really isn’t me. With no formal education in fashion design I learned from 18

the school of hard knocks. Learning how to maximize every situation is what makes me who I am. “Marlin’s experiences exemplify these statements. One year before he graduated from high school he decided to enlist in the military so that he could have something to do and somewhere to go instead of the streets. Upon arrival he decided to get an education and pursue a career in nursing. The second oldest child of six raised by a single parent, his mom worked as a unit ward clerk in a hospital. That’s how at a young age Marlin decided that being a nurse would serve his passion for caring about others.

While in the service he was trained to always strive to be the next supervisor; meaning, never settle with your success. Instead, always push to be more and do more and you will learn to be your best.

Marlin’s military training took on a different meaning upon the loss of his elder brother. Marlin turned to writing as a means of therapy to help him cope with his loss. As he began to post his writings and poetry on his social media platforms, many of his friends began to request that he send them more because his words were helping them find the words to explain, describe and get thru their own situations. Again, the consummate entrepreneur that he is, Marlin decided to compile all of his writings and publish his first book titled “The Definition of a Man: Translations of the Heart.” Marlin explained, “Writing a book was never my intention. It was my therapy, using metaphorical vernacular to promote thought and reflection. We are all poets. I believe we all just say it in a thousand different ways.” His belief is that reflection helps you understand who you are. He explained that sometimes when in the eye of the storm you can’t see your progress, yet when the storm is over and you are able to look back and reflect on the situation, it enables you to appreciate where you are and what it took for you to get there. The personal success of his first book made him release his second book titled “In My Own Words.”

Again, the consummate entrepreneur seeking to be better, Marlin’s next venture was to take his writing and create a line of greeting cards. “Sometimes rejection is the conception and birth of a new business,” states

“People are always watching. So you should walk with dignity, purpose and respect. It’s important to always be and look your best.”

Marlin. After reading his writings, many told him they were like greeting cards. After contacting and consequently being ignored by some of the major greeting card publishers, Marlin sought to create his own limited line of greeting cards to distribute to those who understood his work and sought his messages. “I’m so simple I’m complicated,” states Marlin. “My cards help others get a peek at me while helping others to let others get an understanding of them.”

As the interview began to convert more into an intense conversation of inspiration, determination and divine intervention, Marlin began to paint a vivid portrait of the man behind the designs. His first color was painted with this statement, “Outside is a reflection of the inside you. When you feel good about how you look, you feel better about yourself overall. Many times I hear people say to me I don’t fit the stereotype. That’s disheartening.

Being articulate, poised and progressive is the stereotype.” After researching that comment he was right.

According to history, African Americans and people of color have more years of dressing in suits, ties, shoes and hats than they do in t-shirts and baggy jeans; yet somehow the latter is more associated with us than the former, which is our true history. He continued by stating, “Being an example of what can be is more powerful than words. People tend to see me more than my environment. The bible says, “There is life and death in the tongue.” The very words you speak will construct that box that you stand in. Stand where you are or be something different. My journey is like my clothing line… different.”

Well if words construct the box you stand in, then according to Nolcha, the world renown independent fashion showcase has deemed Taylordblu and Designer Marlin Jones as “NEXT!” Although the line started three years ago, Marlin has been in the clothing business for over 17 years. His first line was baby clothes and baby accessories-bibs, onesies, blankets, etc. His logic was that women make up 80% of all shoppers and the mustbuy for them is baby cloths. Every woman at some point in her life has purchased baby clothes. If not for her

then one of her friends, family or associates. From baby clothes he did screen printing, polo’s, and then eventually Taylordblu. An avid supporter of on-thejob training, Marlin is a student of fashion.

He explains, “People are always watching. So you should walk with dignity, purpose and respect. It’s important to always be and look your best. They might not remember your name but they will remember you.

That is my inspiration. I want to give a part of me to the world. They might not remember my face but they will remember my fashion. That will be my resume to the world.” That made me curious about how the name Taylordblue came about. He explained how his daughter is named Taylor and his favorite color is blue. He was told that simplicity sells, and he liked the flow of the name because it reflected tailored suits, which he loves, and which his accessory line also compliments.

“The way you dress is your first resume to the rest of the world. It’s the first conversation before ever really getting to know me.” Even though in many of his pictures he wears a nice pair of jeans with a crisp button up, he made it clear that casual dress is attire for everything and everywhere. Instead he encourages men to take the time and effort to wear clothing that really speaks to who they are at their best. He has taken it on as one of his personal missions to bring back the style and definition of who we were, but with a today twist.

Event and venue is equivalent to time and place.

To understand that simple fact is the gateway to unleashing your true fashion sense and flair. Marlin continued with, “I love the style of the Harlem Renaissance. Everyone was dressed with their Fedora hats. It was class, craftsmanship, and a look that is timeless. Taylordblu draws from that era yet sets itself from those times by the fabric I select and the A colors I select for my line.” He believes that it is important to constantly reinvent to stay relevant. Nothing lasts and failure is not an option. He makes it clear that he gets around the word NO by walking in the back door then leaving out the front to let everyone know he was there. His line does the same.

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Another person that is living by the code of reinvention is actor Pee Wee Herman. The big news for the label is that he has agreed to wear Taylordblue accessories in his new movie. Marlin told the story that when he got the call he thought for a moment. He believes in reinvention and viewed the opportunity as a defining moment for Taylordblu, affirming its value of contributing in their own way to the comeback of another man’s success. That comeback is also a come-up for Taylordblu, helping to redefine what the brand does for fashion and the people who wear his line. He gave a poignant summation, “Strong people get back on track. They humble themselves and then move on. It’s great not only for the person but also the people that believe in him.” I guess determination inspires change.

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Like all great dads, his family is everything. That rule pertains to Marlin as well. He states that family is important because it gives you balance. He explains that with his family he is the oldest now by default.

“Since my brother’s death I have the role of the eldest.

As such it’s important for me when they come to me that I tell them what they need to hear and not what they want to hear. If you knew better you would do better. I use that same philosophy with my designs and my company.” Yes he does. Taylordblu even gives their clients the history of the man’s ascot so that they can understand the reasoning and how to tie and carry yourself when wearing an ascot.

Family doesn’t just end with blood. As a member of 100 Black Men, Marlin asserts that it is imperative to give back. He doesn’t hesitate to share that although he is in his life now he really didn’t have his dad in his life when he was young. Life for him is about impact. He affirmed that giving back is really paying it forward. I implore other black men to be surrogate dads to youth who don’t have a father figure in their life so that they have that experience. Again, going back to “If you knew better you would do better,” except he explained it as, “If you help them want better they will do better on their own.” It’s their choice that you encourage.

As refreshing as it was to speak with Marlin Jones it was time to close the interview. My last question was for him to finish the following sentence, the Taylordblu today’s man is… His reply lead to another 30 minute discussion. I quote, “He is educated, sophisticated, well spoken, understands hardship 20

and struggles, is a student of life possessing perseverance, and has a positive attitude.” He believes that none of us are teachers. He believes that life humbles us at times so we are always students of life if we are truly living and not existing.

“Faith has been my backbone and gave me my self-worth. Faith showed me that I am important and that I can be an influence. Understanding that I am only one, but all it takes is one to make a difference.” He continued by stating, “At the core, the Taylordblu man loves, understands and presents the best of himself that he can. He walks into a room and he is thought to be decent by the way in which he carries himself even before anyone gets the chance to know him. Positive people attract everyone!”

If I had to use one word to add to that description it would be honest. Marlin’s most poignant statement to me was, “Everyday has not been a sunny day for me, but I wake up every day and I smile that I have another day to correct the wrongs of yesterday; all of which has made me a better person.” With an attitude of appreciation like that how can you lose?

Marlin ended the interview with appreciation, stating that the support he receives from others who support and believe in his vision and mission enable him to believe in his dreams. Their support fuels his understanding that the sky is the limit. Marlin hopes to one day pass his torch of style to his son, keeping the image of today’s Taylordblu man a continuing legacy.

Not to give it away but let’s just say… Taylordblu is building its own Empire.

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JEN ABRAMS

To much of the world she is known as Jen Abrams, but who is this woman behind the brand. Starting her career out as a brand specialist, this Philly native was destined for an impressive career in the field of styling. Getting her start with the likes of the Kardashians developing their brand known as DASH, Rachael Zoe, and the most notably QVC, Jen soon was a household name that quickly launched her career into the stratosphere.

With many other celebrity clients to her roster, Jen decided to pursue her own endeavors, and that’s when Jen Abrams Style was born.

Well known by players in professional sports, Jen’s touch across the NFL, MLB, and many in the entertainment field is well documented.

To Jen this is a science, her understanding about who she working with is paramount.

She understands that the image they portray off the field is vital to their career on the field.

Her expertise and the ability of gaining their trust are crucial in finding the right designers that cater to the body type.

Jen understands that passion and love for fashion is necessary, but her attention to detail from pocket squares to sneakers can be the right amount of accessories that define a player’s personality. It’s about personal style more so than putting a player in certain brand. If the players’ personality doesn’t match the designer she pairs them up, then it doesn’t work. Jen understands that.

Jen Abrams is one of the leading authorities on all things fashionable. There are very few people in the industry that she hasn’t been touched by Jen Abrams Style, her mark has been left and well needed in a market defined by style. Jen truly has earned her place in all things fashion... Not only has it been a pleasure working with Jen, but getting to know her on a personal level have been the greatest compliment.

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Jen Abrams is fashion. She is the heart and soul of the woman behind the brand Jen Abrams Style. I am happy to call her my friend.

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THE ART OF SILK

Taylordblu paired the quaint elegance of our one of a kind silk fabrics into beautiful pieces of art. These silk pocket squares with their intricate patterns and colors are indicative of the meticulous aesthetics upon which the TaylordBlu Collection is known for. Each piece is handmade and careful attention to detail is noted, showcasing the ablitiy to reinvent classics for today’s modern feel and forward-thinking customers. (taylordblu.com)

TaylordBlu LAS FLORES DE SEDA • slik flowers METICULOUS AESTHETICS Our silk lapel flowers are the best imitation aside from nature itself. Each flower is handmade here in the USA. Using two skilled Artisans mastering the art of tool and dye fabricating dating back to the early 1900’s.

Each fabric is folded and stacked before it is prepared to be dye cut. After cutting, each flower is assembled with talented and skilled hands gluing all the petals together by layering the petals in the shape of a flower.

No two flowers alike. noting their intricate designs and attention to detail. Built upon craftsmanship, quality and meticulous aesthetics, our flowers are one of a kind, made from the finest silks from around the world.

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The most defining accessory of every man’s wardrobe, and TaylordBlu offers a unique array selection of it’s handmade accessories intended to appeal every taste, from contemporary to traditional. Each accessory is handmade from the finest silks from around the world, the collection presents both Oriental inspiration to intricate paisley designs, to more subtle tones, that can be appreciated from every taste. The TaylordBlu collections offers, neckties, pocket squares, silk suspenders, bow ties, to their one of a kind silk lapel flowers, to a cashmere & wool blended scarves (prices vary). Available at taylordblu.com.

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A military brat, Dereck L Faulkner was born on a Military Base in West Germany. Parents both Officers and private business owners Father (Captain) and Mother (Major). Dereck Faulkner walked away from several D1-A scholarships from Iowa, West Virginia, NC State, and Wisconsin University; and made a bold step accepting a scholarship from a small Historically Black D1-AA –Hampton University.

Furthermore in 2007, Dereck Faulkner gained major attention from a number of NFL teams –Philadelphia Eagles, Baltimore Ravens, Chicago Bears, Saint Louis Rams, New Orleans Saints, and Carolina Panthers; signing as priority free agent with the Philadelphia Eagles during the 2007 NFL draft. Following Dereck Faulkner’s time with the Eagles, he spent time with a few other NFL teams and in 2009 played in the CFL with the BC Lions.

As the founder of Athletes for Vets (AV) 2011, Dereck Faulkner recognizes the sacrifices of our military personnel. Through the military, opportunities were provided for education, personal development and career advancement for Dereck’s family. AV is an expression of gratitude, respect and admiration for the men and women of the United States Armed Forces. As the visionary of AV, it’s my goal to unite and help the heroes who defend our nations freedom.

Lastly, Dereck Faulkner is a faithful and spiritually grounded person. Dereck Faulkner was a member of Hampton University Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Also, Dereck Faulkner was and is still involved with Hampton University Good Will and Youth Mentorship programs; he is an active board member of People for People Inc., serving the Greater Philadelphia area; he is active member of NFL Alumni, NFL Charities; and an active member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. A competitive person by nature, Dereck Faulkner is also a competitive golfer with a single digit handicap.

Dereck L Faulkner received a Bachelor of Science from Hampton University and a MBA graduate from the George Washington University School of Business; concentrating in Marketing and Non Profit Management.

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Model | Actor Mitia Breckenridge teams up with Schuyler 4LTD for his 2015 look book, and the results are incredible. Producer Hyela Makoujy teamed up with Lead Stylist Jen Abrams and photographer Stephanie Matthews to make this shoot a success. There were many looks for this shoot and incredible brands featured; Haupt, Carl Gross, Alberto pants, and accessories by TaylordBlu. Another incredible designer that contributed to Mitia’s look were glasses

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The Best Sex Ever

By M. Mike & Linda McNair, aka Love Doctors

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Depending on who you talk to, you could get advice on sex from the most unlikely places. Suffice it to say, your cousin’s conquest or your mile high adventure is not place to gauge good or bad sex. A recent large survey listed 237 reasons people have sex. When the reasons are parsed out between men and women, essentially men and women have sex for the same reasons.

Both lists had showing love, as one of the reasons the others were what you would imagine, including, for the fun of it, to just because, to taking a dare. They talked about the act of having sex but not the quality of sex. So for the advice of those seeking good quality in their sex lives, we offer a formula that is somewhat universal, regardless of age, ethnicity or life-stage.

Borrowing from the authors of the The Language of Sex, by Gary Small and Ted Cunningham, the formula for the best sex ever is honor leads to security leads to intimacy which produces the best sex. First let’s examine honor. It is more than putting your partner on a pedestal, it is the process of keeping their interests, likes and dislikes in mind. It’s the best foreplay, to be interested in the things that make them tick. Not just sexually, but emotionally and purposefully. All the things we do when dating, only done in short order for a quick conquest or a physical release. The release is enhanced when the partners honor one another.

Next, security. The safety that resides in commitment. in the fast paced lives of speed dating, this is often left to chance, with a hope that commitment will eventually come. But honestly, that is why the marriage vows are always, and ai mean always, centered on fidelity and commitment. It brings the assurance that this physical exchange means more than the moments taken to physically connect. But indeed includes and vision for future, worthy of the ecstasy of a sexual climax. An orgasm undergirded by the security of exclusivity has a much greater impact and lasting joy. And that leads to intimacy.

It is clear that a lot of sex goes on without intimacy. Intimacy is a deep level of connection that most people yearn for. See me for who I am. Love me despite of all my fears, failures and shortcomings. Care for me deeply, even though you know my weight, my transcript and my tax return. In those deep places that we can share, and it’s still okay to be authentically you. That intimate level of communication and caring, coupled by the twins of honor and security provide the foundation for the best sex ever.

Our experience as counselors bring us into the lives and loves of a lot of couples and when the honor is gone, security is shot, and intimacy is a distant dream, good sex, or sex period, is usually a distant memory as well.

Really Love Doctors: Mike and Linda McNair are licensed marriage therapists both with doctorate degrees in Marriage Counseling, and Directors of the NAME Marriage Enhancement Center in NE Ohio. Find their columns and workshop schedule at BuckeyeReview.com, NAME.org, & sylmarriage.com.

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The Life Cycle of a Pocket Square Many don’t know that life cycle of a pocket square, it usually goes like this: You’ll notice someone wearing one while walking through a crowd of people, a colleague at work, or an actor on television. The color, details, or intricate patterns, regardless of the insignificance we notice it. Usually once we notice it, then all of a sudden we start noticing it more and more. All of a sudden, we find ourselves wearing it less and less.

“How did the pocket square become a trend?”

My reply would be “it’s not a trend”, the history of the pocket square dates back to 14th Century in Europe, when they were used to wipe their foreheads or nose. Yes, you read that correctly... not much of a fashion statement as it is today, the handkerchief has evolved into an iconic piece of men’s wear used to finish a garment. The pocket square comes in a variety of fabrics, from cotton to silk, from subtle tones to more intricate patterns and colors.

The pocket square has always been part of a man’s wardrobe dating back to the days of Richard II of England. It

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is believed that the pocket square was invented during his reign, described in some documents that he used square pieces of cloth to wipe his nose.

Many saw this trend as the beginnings of evolution back in the 1990’s; could this have been the time that pocket squares became fashionable? Or was it a time when men started dressing up again? The pocket square has become more of a staple in today’s culture of men’s fashion than ever before. There are no rules when it comes to your personal style, but it is important not to ever match your look completely.

You always want to add a different element of contrast and color that best fits your look. Another faux pas is to never match your pocket square up with your tie. Try using contrasting shapes and patterns to accentuate your style. The best part about wearing your pocket square is the ability to be playful and versatile.

So now men have the option of not wearing a tie. The pocket square has become the new tie... No trend last forever, but from the looks of it the pocket square has earned its rightful place in the pocket of men’s suit jackets. Some consider this trend to be the heart of men’s wear for many years to come.

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| TRENDS STYLE TRUMPS FASHION ARTICLE ON CAMERA WITH

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MCBRIDE From radio to television

Today, we look to television and film for solidifying trends in pop culture, social settings, and television. This hasn’t always been the case; there was a time in which radio played that important role. For many Americans living in the early 1920’s – 1930’s sixty percent of American households had radios: the first entertainment to come into many homes that shaped the fascination and was considered night-time entertainment, until television changed the landscape of many families in the mid 1940- 1957.

Television changed the way many viewed the world and since then has changed the modern day world in which we live today.

Now that I’ve gotten your attention, let me introduce you to Josh McBride.

At an early age Josh McBride outlined his career, first by graduating from Johnson Wales University in Providence Rhode Island, with his Marketing and Communications degree. Josh was ready to take on the world. Early in his career and before graduating, Josh worked as an Intern at Citadel Broadcasting firm in the marketing department knowing that he always wanted to be on-air.

Wanting more in the field of radio, Josh moved back home and started working in the promotions department for Boston’s number one country’s music station 102.5 and Magic 106.7, shaping his personable style of interview made him not only reliable but bankable. Josh was destined for mainstream television.

There are many names that come to mind when referencing Josh McBride. Some have even dubbed

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him “then hardest working man in show biz”; Josh lives up to every word of that adage. From his funny sense of humor, to his quick witted replies, and laid back approach, Josh will forever be a staple on and off the red carpet for many years to come. His professionalism and style proceed him and contribute to his on-air persona.

Josh McBride, a multifaceted Life Style Expert and entertainment host is noted for many of his classic interviews of many high profile celebrities. From, Whoopi Goldberg, Sarah Jessica-Parker, Adam Sandler, to Heidi Klum. Josh is now most notably known as the OK! Tv correspondent. Josh is now a permanent fixture in any red carpet event and has even worked with some of the top designers from Mercedes Benz fashion week. If there is any story involving fashion, celebrity gossip, from trends to summer must haves, Josh is your man. Traveling between LA to New York where he is seen on PIX Channel 11 news segments, to the Today Show with Al Roker and Natalie Morales, Kelly Ripa, Andy Cohen, to KCAL Los Angeles Spring trends edition. Josh has made his mark.

I reached out to Josh via Instagram some months ago, and he gracious responded. I knew that Josh would be the perfect person to showcase my line of men’s neckwear and accessories. His preppy college appeal fits perfect. Josh without hesitation decided to wear one of my handmade custom silk lapel flowers to the red carpet event of the Ted 2 premiere in New York City, interviewing the cast Mark Wahlberg, Morgan Freeman, Jessica Barth, and Director Seth

Macfarland. Since then Josh has graciously worn some of The TaylordBlu collection pieces on interviews for primetime shows like American’s Got Talent with Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel, and Mel B, also spotted on PIX News channel 11 wearing again another one of my custom silk lapel flowers.

It is Josh’s great sense of humor, followed by his fashion sense, to his incredible people skills from A list celebrities, to the red carpet, or on new stations all across America, that has earned him a mainstay in the world of fashion, and I am happy to call Josh McBride my friend. To date Josh is an ongoing contributor for HLN, Today show, and PIX11.

Josh’s biggest supporters are his mother and father whom are still married and his only sibling, his brother that moved out to San Diego, Ca.

For more incredible interviews from Josh, you can visit his social media page @Joshymcb on Instagram and twitter.

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What a beautiful day of shooting in Cleveland on this 8th day of November, with Julie Stanley, at the Mystery Manor home of Arhaus set designer Sharon Hymes.

This quaint home nestled on the West side of town in Ohio City, where the streets are dotted with beautiful foliage.

neckwear and accessory line by Model | Designer Marlin Jones. These one of a kind flowers are the standard for color and intricate details. Julie and Marlin have shoot many times before, but today was for the Mystery Manor, 4th edition shoot for this series magazine. This beautiful home, boost eclectic style and taste noted in every room,

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Julie Stanley, has shot many time here before for her magazine called Mystery Manor.

Today was no exception, with her unique shooting style, Julie captures a unique perspective when shooting with models, brands, or even jewelry. Pictured is model Mike Gunn, holding handmade silk flowers from The TaylordBlu Collection, a man’s

from Art Deco to Bohemian Chic, this house will capture any photographer lens and art enthusiasts alike. Julie tells her story well, as the home is the backdrop for an experience through time.

For more information on the Mystery Manor series with Julie Stanley | Photography visit her website at www.juleimages.com.

WELCOME TO THE MANOR

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