UNDER CONSTRUCTION

As I've had a lot going on it has taken me away from my chronicles.....but im back and on it, check back soon

The GENTLEMAN: the ENDANGERED species

If you want to win a princess, take her on a magic carpet ride

EXPOSED: A SeRiAl KILLER.......on the loose!!!!

I don't know how many times I've heard women say where are all the good men or n**gas ain't s**t. These statements are becoming an epidemic and yet I know one of the causes, "The Good Girl". She is every man's "Holy Grail", a women with morals and values, drive, attitude, the ability to break those emotional walls and make you want to be a better man. Recently this women has become a vicious killer, her guise are these values, her target the good men out there. A lot of the a**hole's out there are really good men or were, but were ruined by a so called good girl. As men it takes a lot for us to break down the emotional wall, naturally we're protector's and providers so showing emotion is not something that comes easily, but sometimes we meet a women who is worth letting in. The problem is many times it's the wrong woman and we don't see through the facade. Women say they get hurt all the time and are supposed to just get over it, so why cant we. Well women are naturally emotionally stronger, when we get hurt it leaves a brutal scar that will effect all the relationships we have, because we don't want to get scarred again. Many of you ladies know this serial killer, hell you might even be her. The woman who has a great dude that adores her, yet still traipse around entertaining other men, could give a damn about the dude she's with, or milk's him for everything he's worth. Did the sex in the city age really make it okay to saunter around town and have sex like a man. Did four white women really make it okay to have a great dude and still, get your rocks off on the side. Maybe we need to differentiate between acting and reality. While your waking up in a different bed every night thinking damn I'm fabulous everyone else is thinking damn shes a skeez. The classic line is I'm not into material things, but the first flashy chain and gold bottle you see an you scurrying like a rat to get in VIP. It throws me how I hear I'm a great woman an love my dude, but you are the same woman who flirts and throws sexual innuendo's at every dude that comes your way and cover it with, "There's nothing wrong with flirting" get the hell outta here. If you love and care so much no other dude should even be able to turn your head or get your attention. Many of us good men are ruined by you little girls. The "Good girl" is a treacherous b***h that takes no prisoners, not only does she ruin good men, but she creates a snow ball effect that ruins good women as well. The sad part about all of this is that she's so good at what she does, she not only convinces the people around her that what she's doing is okay she convinces herself. Despite what many women may want to believe if we show interest it's usually genuine interest, if you want to play games buy monopoly. Women have to do their part to, if you come across this predator stop her before she ruins a good dude for the next women. It's time to expose the good girl gone bad.

- If your girl constantly ask you about another guy "Who is is he dating" "Have you met his girl" "Is he okay" you might need to reevaluate her ass

- It's okay to have separate social lives, everyone is not always very outgoing, but if she always wants to be on the scene, in pics with random people, always in someones red rope section, an when you try to go out with her she makes excuses, she's still holding on to the possibility you got something on the side..........it's time for a sit down.

- If your introduced or referred to as the boo, friend, squeeze, etc. Unacceptable, we are grown you don't need to be introduced by these terms, we're not doing s**t friends do, if she says she doesn't do titles, cool, she's still a little girl an in that case yall don't need to go out anywhere where she has to introduce you as anything but her dude and since where friends that's wassup............ummm when we get done having sex, don't think your sleeping here, please get your s**t an dip, you know where the door is, and thanks.

- It's okay to have friends, but when your holding on a little too long to ex's or friends you were involved with somethings wrong. She may even hit you with I have a lot of guy friends, but if there are only certain people she talks to ALL the time and you've never met them, check her.

- Notice her interaction with you, if she hits you with I'm not materialistic but she wants you to take back $500 earring you got her for another pair, or she's always trying to have you call a connect to get her an her girls in the club........red flag she's not only trying to get social gain, but financial

- Unless it's a life or death situation, no one should be calling after a certain hour

- After an argument she turns to the next dude for comfort or to make you jealous, red flag she has no loyalty, we're adults we can work it out when we get home, jealousy is childish

- Don't ever fall for the I was really drunk card

- If her friend is a treacherous chick and she encourages it, get rid of her, cause 9 times out of 10 she's doing the same thing

- If your constantly apologizing, but you don't think your wrong and there's never any compromise, not cool she thinks she has you wrapped around her finger

It's time to expose "The Good Girl". Fellas don't let her get you, ladies go for her head, remember once we get dogged we take some of these traits, no one knows a women better than a women, so how do yall think we're able to hurt yall so bad, stop her before the snowball ruins you. If this raises an eyebrow to your own situation, you might want to get out of that...........ASAP!!!!!

My muthafuckan KITCHEN!!!!

Garlic shrimp:

Ingredients-

*Jumbo Shrimp

*Minced Garlic

*Butter

*Wine (cooking or white)

*Rice

The finished product

the EYE effect

I'm real big on shades, any sliver of sun and I'm throwing them on. Sunglasses are a spring and summer ESSENTIAL. There are two important things to remember when shopping for sunglasses 1. Look for sunglasses that work for your face, everybody can't wear every shape 2. look for unique designs that stand out. Generally if you have a small head you don't want huge glasses, because it looks like your glasses are wearing a face. What most people neglect  to pay attention to is UV protection. Sunglasses should have 100% protection, just like your skin needs protection, so do your eyes. It's important to make sure your glasses sit evenly and comfortably on your face. To see if there even, sit them on a table and look at them, if one of the legs sits up there off, don't worry any sunglasses store can fix them or even them out for you. Now I'm really not a fan of wearing sunglasses indoors and especially in the club, but sometimes they can bring an edge to an outfit. The key to this is DON'T WEAR SUNGLASSES WITH A DARK A** TINT!!!!!!! if your going to do it make sure your eyes can be seen, red, brown, green tint you can get away with, its dark why are your glasses dark you look like a blind A**. I'm really amped about the new styles coming out this summer many designers are really taking shades to the next level. The one design I'm the most excited about is the Louis Vuitton evidence, I lie to you not when i walked passed the window display in Miami, I stopped in my tracks and had to go in the store. Before I could finish my sentence of "The glasses" the sales woman said "The evidence". Apparently these glasses have been selling out, which says something since they run for a little over $700, depending on who you are and what you have to spend, worth the investment. Here are some other styles to check out:

Gucci has brought back the tortoise shell sunglasses the bar across the top and gold and tortoise shell legs remind you of old Hollywood

Every man should own a pair of aviator's. They simply state " I'm one cool a$$ dude". Dolce an Gabbbana has not missed this point and with a metallic link crossbar they have taken it into the future.

The evidence, the hottest thing on the sunglasses scene right now. Everything about these shades stands out. The gold bar across the top has the Louis Vuitton pattern embedded, the signature LV is in the frame itself. Even for the price tag these have been going like wildfire. The style is very retro, it comes in white, black, and brown and def. stops everyone in their tracks

LINKS 2 kool*NESS

Personal kool*NESS is a reflection of a number of things. You have to be up on the latest from sports to music. I can only cover so much and despite what I sometimes like to think I don't know it all. Since starting this blog I have come across a couple blogs worth checking out, that can cover these subjects more in depth than me.

Sports: 

Check out Thee Score, from exclusive conversations with athletes to polls on ethics and conduct. Thee Daht's analysis really goes in depth with whats going on with the sports world, not to mention the jokes keep you entertained. To stay current and up to date on whats happening in the sports world this is defnitely a blog to check out.

Music:

What I like about Nukidontheblock is the versatility of the topic's. From spolighting new artists such as Drake, to video performances from Kanye (not an artist I like, but what the hell) and artist at the grammy's. Don't slip on your music game, to stay up to date cruise through the Nukidsblock.

Poetry:

Writing is a release for the mind and soul. When I came across Ms. Philadelphia's blog revelations of a free spirit uninhibited, it really threw me. I was reconnected with how refreshing poetry can be. The title speaks for itself her writing is relatable to everyone and damn near makes you think she's pulling thoughts right from your head. She seems to take one concept and relate it to another from paranoia equated to a love lost, to a women being catergorized as dimes, nickels, and penny's. Her blog isn't a must read it's a sick back, find your groove, and feel the words flow!

BLACK & BLUE

Now initially I did not want to touch on the Chris Brown/Rihanna thing. There was so much going on, and my blog isn't a gossip column. Recently a police photo surfaced of Rihanna's injuries and honestly I was pissed by so many aspects of this and the snowball affect it had. I was watching 106 and Park and Terrance was talking about, how even though we have a black president, we still need to do our part and hold him down. He said "Recent events that yall already know what I'm talking about, yall athlete's, artists, singers need to do better and set an example of how we treat these young women". He's absolutely right, what really pisses me off about this situation is, Chris Brown's LITTLE BOY ass antic's have set us as black men so far back. We are already looked at as violent, ignorant, and disrespectful to our women and this is just another nail in the coffin, despite what many people think, having a black president will not change this we must change it. I'm tired of these black celebrities doing this outrageous bullshit because they think they can, what yall do effects all of us. Now there are stories of Rihanna giving him herpes, now if that's true that's extremely wrong, but that brings up another issue that you should have been getting tested because HIV and AIDS is tearing our community down, so you still have no right. Honestly I think Chris Brown is really doing his thing and I like a lot of his songs, but now I find it hard to support the dude. As black men whether we know it or not we are feared because of our minds, fearlessness, and the accomplishments our hands have done, there is no reason our women should fear us, because of our hands. Apparently Chris Brown has said that he witnessed his mother being abused and he could never do something like that. Fella's we f**k up, we're human, circumstances and situations arise. What separates men from boy's is men own up to there mistakes and work to become better. Now I'm sure Chris has been advised to lay low and not say anything but if I was him, I would make a public apology to my fan's I let down, the people who believe in me, and most importantly the person I hurt. He needs to let people know it's not OK and and he may not be able to fix it, but he will work to be better. We have to respect that, "Let him who has not sinned cast the first stone". This hiding out thing is BS, no matter what everyone else tells you, you ALWAYS need to go with what you know is right. I've come across a lot of facebook status's glorifying and making light of the situation. One girl's status was along the lines of leave Chris alone it was a bad situation move on, another status said "Its official Chris Brown an Rihanna are 2009's Ike and Tina", not to mention the don't make me Chris brown you references. Now I admit before I knew the severity of the situation, I made jokes about the situation too, but this isn't a laughing matter. What disturbs me is what direction is our community going when our women are accepting abuse as a way of life and us as men find it the joke of the week. Abuse has effected a lot of people as the jokes and anecdote's come you don't know that the person you're talking to, could be a victim of it, scarred by it, and may find it too personal to tell you about. Rihanna isn't the face of abuse, she's just a face of abuse. Fellas, sometimes we just gotta walk away. Women wear their hearts on their sleeve, sometimes they gotta scream an go off. When she's going on her rampage just dip out, get some wings, take a jog, let her get that out then come back and work the situation out. We are men, the hollering, punching walls, the tantrums and antics are female traits, let them have it and we as men need to open up communication lines. Sit her down as she screams and hollers, just look at her, hell hold a mirror up to her, an tell we're adults and look at how your acting. We have to start taking charge in the right way. Ladies yall want us to be men, let us be men. Too many times black women want to de-masculinize the black male, it is NEVER OK to put your hands on a man. Any woman that takes it to that level, it shows what type of woman you are and how little respect you have for a black man. All this makes me realize, the core of the problem is black men and women need to develop a better respect for each other and this starts with respecting ourselves. Don't think Michelle an Barack brought this back it never left we just forgot to open our eyes to whats in front of us. We all need to work to be better

My muthafuckan KITCHEN!!!!

In this episode we made salmon. 

What you need:

-Salmon Filet

-Season salt

-Accent

-Black Pepper

- 1 lemon, 1 lime

-Picante sauce

-Honey

What you need in the spring

Spring is quickly approaching, with that you're style is going to change too. Time to put away the peacoats and scarves and swap them for linen suits and polo's. With spring you can show off colors and you're unique personality in your style. Spring allows you to play around with patterns and designs, and gives room to be creative. Always remember stay away from being over the top, your personality should scream here I am not your damn clothes. With spring everything should change from footwear to cologne. Heavier scents should be steered away from, in exchange for fresher lighter scents. I recommend L'Homme by Yves Saint Laurent, which goes from $43-$72. Its a light smell that's very memorable, which is a plus for any cologne and stays away from giving you that citrus undertone. Here a few must haves for spring:

Cardigan: The cardigan is a classic that will never steer you wrong. Designers such as Gucci, Gap, Band or insiders, and Ralph Lauren have taken the cardigan to the next level, gone is the plane button up catholic uniform in exchange for eclectic patterns and creative insignia's. The beauty of the cardigan is it can be rocked so many ways, with khaki's and chucks, to jeans and sneakers, or even paired with some slacks.

Khaki's: It used to be you were categorized into one of two groups men who wear khaki's and men who wear jeans. The khaki is definitely stepping into the spotlight and holding it's own. Paired with a crew-neck sweater and some sperry's and you can take it back to the JFK era. You're never confined when wearing khaki's, there an all-round get up and go pant, so throw on your flip flops and v-neck and go.

Graphic Polo: Express your personality in spring. Don't just go for the simple solid polo, many designers are coming out with designs to step the polo up. Stripes to argyle, there's something for however you're feeling at the moment, so show off who you are. Gap, D&G, Banana Republic, and even Lacoste are bringing a new twist to an old classic. If you really want to take it to another level go vintage with the graphic polo and Levi's an bring back the 50's 

White Pants: Nothing has a cleaner look than white pants. The Miami essential, white pants can take you from the Hampton's to the yacht. Short sleeve button-ups or polo's are a great way to keep it simple yet stylish and when the weather dips throw a sweater over it. Unless your going to an all white party, break up the white with some color, change it up.

Tennis Sweater: "Your country club or mine", a staple of the member's only crowd the tennis sweater has caught the eye of a whole new generation. Lacoste and Ralph Lauren wrote the book on this style, but many designers are delving into this territory. Initially a wide rib or cable knit with a deep v-neck, the tennis sweater has been re-envisioned for a whole new generation. Now more tailored with bold designs, the tennis sweater has become more fitted to your style whether it's athletic or slightly downtown. 

The GENTLEMAN: the ENDANGERED species

Spring brings rain showers and for some reason most women don't pack umbrella's for these unexpected showers. If you see a woman caught in one of this showers walk her under your umbrella, remember to make conversation, nothing too deep just general. And ladies don't forget it takes nothing to show your appreciation, a thank you is ALWAYS welcome....................Lets bring the gentleman back* (Sidenote) Being a gentleman does not go into effect only when you see a head turner, it is reserved for every woman!!!. 

Personal FRESHNESS

Instead of hanging sweaters on a hanger, fold them and hang them up. This prevents your sweaters from stretching and losing shape.

The GENTLEMAN: the ENDANGERED species

I did some research this week and asked a few females what they thought was lacking in a lot of men and for some reason they all said the same thing....The gentleman is dead!!! What really threw me was the fact that out the 10 females I talked to on separate occasion's they all had the same answer. The gentleman.....dead? The gentleman isn't dead, but possibly an endangered species, a forgotten classic, among the wreckless rhyme's of the music industry, nonsense on T.V., and lack of appreciation in society. I think many of us guys have forgotten how much the gentleman is really appreciated, I partly think this has to do with many women not knowing what a gentleman is. He's not dead you just don't see him, because you equate it to some cheap advance at you. Well this is a species survival plan to bring the gentleman back from the brink of extinction.

When your walking in a building and a woman is near, open the door for her, whether she's coming or going or if you know her or not. It doesn't take much time or energy an goes a long way. When at an entrance to a walkway, let her go first. At the car open her door to let her in and out. Remember being a gentleman should not be unexpected or out of the norm, it is the standard. And ladies don't forget it takes nothing to show your appreciation, a thank you is ALWAYS welcome...............Let's bring the gentleman back*

WELCOME

I would like to start by saying welcome to the opening of the CHRONICLES OF KOOL*NESS. This blog is an ode to all things cool. I patterned it as a life guide (such as GQ, HITCH) to help steer young gentleman (but still for everyone) in that direction they may want to go but, feel as tho they may not have the skills to get there, WELL hopefully you can take aspects from this blog, to become an icon of coolness yourself. Not only does this blog provide insight to others, but myself as well. Cool is a FLEETING TERM AND CONCEPT and since it's always changing so does this blog. A good thing about this blog, im bringing in guest bloggers to speak on different topics, for one must always remember, cool can not be dictated by one person, but a labor of ideas from many sources. Well, with that being said kick back, relax, and enjoy THE CHRONICLES OF KOOL*NESS 

BE ON THE LOOKOUT

*A name all in itself! This brand embodies a true "Eye for fashion ". The company's mission is to generate ready to wear fashions for men and women, not only to make them look their best, but to project self-acceptance and enhance confidence. Allan.MaRco conquered the market through its exclusive product line. The collection includes items such as, custom-made bow-ties, tailored shirts, vests, jackets, skirts and dresses, bold graphic tee's, and chic swim wear. The company thrives off being a trend-setter and will continue to bring a new meaning to the Rebirth of Fashion; resurrecting unfashionable items and bringing life to an outfit. In a world where fashion takes all prisoners, Allan.MaRco assures quality products for qualified consumers*

This statement about the new label from designer Marcus Cobb really sums up the label. Allan.MaRco, even the name catches your attention as something exclusive. It's rare I take a liking to a line just starting out, but I definitely like what I've seen. "In a world where fashion takes all prisoners" The label is bold and I like the approach. In a world of sharks their swimming with a blood covered suit and not looking back. I feel like the line is a blend of Ralph Lauren meets Benjamin Bixby, yet all Allan.MaRco. For such a young designer the tailoring is ridiculously impeccable, something I think many young designers let fall at the wayside.  I'm tired of young designers coming out with urban wear, because its safe. Allan.MaRco is going into territory that has rarely been touched by minority designers, real fashion. Its a daring move and that's how the label rolls, I dig that. The clothing is for trendsetter's but is far from a fleeting trend. The clothing takes classic concepts, but adds  a new millennium twist. A herringbone blazer  that flips into a jacket, a dress designed from a vest. This label allows you to make your style and, fashion whatever you want it to be, just when you think it's one thing it gives something else. The genius of the apparel is it's simplicity, its not over the top but still like nothing you've ever seen. The signature heart adds an iconic stamp that sets off the clothing. Allan.Marco definitely has the potential to take fashion to another level an inspire many young minority designers................ Allan.MaRco inspired by designer Marcus Cobb is definitely something to watch out for

NOW CHECK THIS OUT

I always like to have different resources to pull my style from. I've come across SSENSE. What I like about the site is the diversity of things you can find, from high fashion to unique casual designs to showcase one's eclectic personality. SSense showcases designers that take you to the park without going into left field and the liquor store down the street. A lot of the clothing is really edgy and I like that, but it doesn't stray away from what universally works. There's something for everyone formal wear, casual wear, and even something in between. Prices can be a little high given some of the designers sold Diesel, G-star, Dolce & Gabbana to name a few, but the sales they have are outrageous making it easy for even the thrifty shopper to come up on some really good items. For a high end look with a casual feel without coming off as "trendy" this is definitely a website to check out.