It is amazing how something as small as a pocket square can help tie together an entire outfit. Just take a look at this man.
A little Detail Goes A Long Way
Month: April 2012
EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS: Two Legendary Musicians You’ve Probably Never Heard Of Team Up In New York
Jimmy Vivino (left) and Felix Cabrera (right) put on a great performance in Port Washington, NY.
The Felix Cabrera Band reunited with guitarist Jimmy Vivino last weekend for a concert in Port Washington, NY. The set included a few well-known covers bolstered by their blues and Latin originals. The dance floor was full the entire night as people only stopped dancing to chuckle at the witty onstage banter.
Felix Cabrera was born in Havana, Cuba. Though he moved to Miami, FL at a young age, his Latin heritage has stayed strong, both in his life and in his music. Cabrera, a musical child, fell in love when he heard Bob Dylan’s “Like a Rolling Stone” on the radio, and bought his first harmonica the very next day. He played along with recordings of artists, such as BB King and Muddy Waters.
Cabrera bounced around from genre to genre, finally forming his own band “Felix and the Havanas” in 1984. Blending Rock n’ Roll with Latin beats, “the Havanas” had a unique sound, which gained notoriety when they opened for James Brown. In the 1990’s Cabrera joined Jimmy Vivino for the first time in “The Black Italians.” Their music careers have since intertwined on numerous occasions.
You might know Jimmy Vivino from his day job as Conan O’Brein’s bandleader on TBS. Before he became a late night bandleader, Vivino held a number of gigs. He was born into a musical family in Paterson, NJ in 1955. Learning trumpet, guitar and keyboard, Vivino soon found himself in demand as a studio musician.
After moving to New York City, Vivino became a Broadway musical director at the young age of 30. Though his show closed after only a few months, Vivino kept his feet under him. He began working with Al Kooper (Blood, Sweat & Tears) and John Sebastian (The Lovin’ Spoonful), even working as a musical director on movies, such as Sister Act and The First Wives Club.
Today, when not working on Conan, Vivino moonlights with his old friends. He and The Felix Cabrera Band have put on a number of shows in the Greater New York area over the past few years. Between the screaming harmonicas and vibrating guitar licks, the show is really something that must be seen. Both Cabrera and Vivino have a great time on stage and it shows, both in the music and in their interactions with each other and the audience.
For upcoming tour dates and/or more information please visit www.FelixCabrera.com or www.JimmyVivino.com .
Felix Cabrera playing the harp in the beginning of the set.
Cabrera still warming things up.
Jimmy Vivino, coolly picking at his guitar strings.
Cabrera showing off his range, with one of many high notes.
As things warmed up on stage, Cabrera shed his sport coat.
Vivino sets the tempo for the band, laying out the first few chords to the next song.
Cabrera really worked up a sweat on stage that night.
The two have very different styles, but mesh so well on stage.
Cabrera takes a break from singing and belts out another harp solo.
Vivino's fingers glide up and down the fret board during one of his many guitar solos.
Cabrera laughs at Vivino's witty joke as they transition into the encore.
A More Formal Cut For A Jean Jacket
A truly stylish take on the jean jacket. This woman sports a denim blazer over a white shirt, with horizontal stripes, in the streets of SoHo.
The big red scarf was quite noticeable as she walked up the street. It helps to bring out the red highlights in her hair, and matches the inner lining of the blazer that she has exposed by rolling up her cuffs. The black ankle length pants are very flattering for her figure, and allow her intricate, high heeled sandals to be admired.
Silk & Sadness
The park is usually filled with such joy; a moment like this doesn't appear very often. I felt her sadness as I took the pictures, and when I reviewed them that, not her outfit, was the overwhelming star.
I could not help but watch as her face grew longer and longer. I wanted to get closer, to find out what exactly could be making such a beautiful young woman so sad. The brisk wind of the day probably didn't help her situation, as the silk shirt she was wearing didn't offer much protection.
I could not stay, and so I wished her the best of luck from a far, heading, again, on my own way.
Dockside Or Desk-Side
This is a great example of casual dress attire. This gentleman sports a straw trilby hat tilted back on his head, and a navy, deep v cardigan over a lightly checked, white shirt. His pants are straight leg khakis, complimented by a charcoal pair of docksiders.
The red pinstripes on the trim of his cardigan are a great detail. He does a great job carrying the navy throughout the outfit, on his hat band, tie and cardigan. The rolled up sleeves with the shirt cuffs out is definitely a nice touch.
Grey Skies, Black Outfit
On a cloudy day in New York City, you can't go wrong with a lot of black. This young lady covered a subdued taupe, layered dress with a slim fitting black blazer. The dress shows a hint of color, but not enough to disturb the neutrality of the outfit. She combined a pair of patent leather shoes with sheer black stockings to cover her legs, and a black Chanel bag to accompany her arm.
The Learned Cowboy Of Bryant Park
An urban cowboy catches up on his reading, while taking lunch in Bryant Park.
He added a thick, contrasting cuff to the bottom of his jeans, adding a nice detail, and exposing his rugged cowboy boots.
The different colors of denim create a distinct separation between the pants and jacket, making the outfit more independent and appealing.
The white button down, gives a crisp background for the tie to stand out from. Notice that the tie has blue in its design, helping to marry it to the rest of the ensemble.
An Accented Hound
Houndstooth is one of the most recognizable textile patterns today. The duotone pattern is famous for its simplistic color scheme, but it can also be its downfall. A red belt works great to add a touch of color to a houndstooth dress. A belt places the color in the middle of the outfit, creating a balanced yet noticeable statement.
When an accent color has already been added, a neutral color goes very well with houndstooth. This woman chose to match her open toed wedges with her handbag, both in tan leather. Very nice!
Changing The Way We Think About Shorts Forever
Shorts have a reputation for being leisurely and informal. This gentleman shows us that you can, indeed, dress up a pair of shorts, while remaining cool and comfortable. His purple Bermuda length shorts are crisp and neat, just like the light blue, short sleeve button down that is tucked into them. A purple belt, with a yellow stripe adds a small, yet noticeable accent. The outfit is finished with an elegant, yet airy, pair of leather sandals. Now who says you can't be refined in a pair of shorts?
Add a slick side part and a pair of aviators and you will breeze through the summer heat.
Ready For The High Seas
With temperatures beginning to heat up, boating season is just around the corner. A long sleeve, boat neck dress is the perfect item for any nautical wardrobe. Pair it with a skinny belt and flip flops to keep the Summer style flowing.
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