Year: 2016

ARTESANO CRUISE COLLECTION 2017

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For all of you, seasoned jet-setters, Artesano has a new Cruise Collection ready for all of you who already finished your fall/winter wardrobes and are looking ahead to vacations… perhaps in the Caribbean?  Here’s my top picks from ARTESANO Panama hats this Resort Collection 2017. RUMI The Rumi – wide brim is definiteñy on of my favorite accessories for the season, you have seen me wearing it a lot on my instagram for the past weeks and here’s why; it is, to me, a little unusual this wide brim in a hat for a man, this is playful yet elegant and distinctive. It photographs beautifully. This is my second wide brim hat and I can see myself purchasing a 3rd in the future. Get this hat CLICKING HERE or click on any of the images below.  CYPRUS Feel suave in the Cyprus – handmade from midnight blue straw, the hat is a sleek alternative to natural straw. Versatile for day and night. CLICK HERE or in any of the images below to get the Cyprus hat in …

Arm Candy | Autobahnlife

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Why you should accessorize? I have said before that accessorizing is key, but why is it so important? Let’s start with basics. A nice accessory for example, like a bracelet, can change your look. It can make your entire outfit more interesting. By simply adding a bracelet to your basic jeans and t-shirt look it can make it interesting, more refined or sportier. Depending on the piece of jewelry you choose to wear. You’re actually saving money by getting different accessories and combining them with your basic pieces, it will, without a doubt, revamp your wardrobe. Including the right accessories will make you stand out, trousers and shirt is a very common look. When you add a unique bracelet to that outfit you will set yourself apart from the crowd. I am sure you can all relate to this scenario. When you don’t know what to wear and you are standing in front of a pile of clothes in your bed. Well, here’s a tip, maybe you just need to accessorize your look. You will …

VERSACE SWIMWEAR

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Swim Briefs, Swim Shorts, Pajama Shirt by Versace _________________________________________________________________ Speedo season, or swimwear in general, is never over in the Caribbean. Here I am sporting my new favorite pair of swim briefs, yes, I know, I call speedos all my briefs, but is the force of habit. Burgundy is a fall color, in my opinion, if you wanna keep a little seasonal tone in your swimwear also this is the perfect piece. I always wear shorts to the beach and brief under, I like to sunbath in speedos, tan lines are very sexy in my opinion. Both pieces are from the newest collection and they’re available online . You can also visit a Versace boutique or Saks to get any of these pieces.    

YES, YOU CAN |BJORN BORG

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Once you are determined to look better, to work out hard many aspects of your life change, including the way you dress. If you are here redirected by a link on my instagram, snapchat, twitter, facebook it means you have been following my transformation via social media; half my snaps are at the gym,working out since very early in the morning. Once you get the motivation and the will power to change you can’t be stopped. I have changed my diet, the way I train, I have to admit my PT has been a lot of help, you have to get some guidance, specially when you start this journey later in life, I wasn’t the sporty spice I am now. I have always liked fashion and dressing accordingly for every occasion, why not make your training a special occasion, not only because you look good but these clothes actually help you perform better, now the idea of running wearing clothes made of cotton makes me cringe. Why? it slows you down, you are all wet, it …

LABYRINTH | VERSACE

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Silk Blend Sweater, jeans and slip on shoes by Versace. Bracelets by Autobahn, watch by Braithwait. _________________________________________________________________ Night outs for me are the perfect occasion to have fun with fashion, the ideal opportunity and time wear interesting and eye catchy clothes. In this opportunity, and if you saw last Friday night in my favorite club, I was wearing this outstanding sweater by Versace, I paired with black jeans, and black slip-on shoes by Versace as well. I accessorized it with my favorite watch and bracelets. It was the perfect fun look for a crazy night. I had so much fun. All these Versace pieces ar available online at Saks Fifth Avenue. Pictures by ARTN Photography

AUTOBAHN’S DIA DE LOS MUERTOS

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You know I have always had a soft spot for Mexico and their culture… particularly the food. But as Dia de Los Muertos is approaching I thought about doing a shoot to pay my respects and celebrate together. I decided to team up with Autobahn Life because of their accessories, specifically their gold plated skull bracelets made of python skin, these are the perfect touch to enhance my costume, you know, it is about the fun and the fashion, not because you are in a costume you can’t accessorize. This sumptuous python leather bracelet is designed with class, style, and daring. It’s made for men who defy convention, challenge the status quo, and never accept anything less than life at its very best. I think is the perfect addition to your wardrobe this month, to celebrate Dia De Los Muertos. They’re made of genuine Python leather and tehy come in different colors. Click here to purchase one of these bold bracelets. You can also compliment the look with several other pieces like the Shambala , with solid and patterned beads create …

YOU TRAIN TO BE YOUR BEST/ BJORN BORG

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You train to be your best. You train because improvement is the best motivation. You have been following my transformation on snapchat (christianbendek) and Instagram for quite some time now and you have seen the difference, I am very proud and each day and more motivated to reach my goal. Being constant and having a routine have helped me, also the proper sportswear will help get you there. For all the moments you train for, look your best. I present you in this new entry my latest additions to my sportswear wardrobe with Bjorn Borg. BB PALANI TIGHTS So, I have never worn tights, I have this idea they were not for me… well, now I can’t seem to leave the house without them on. lol. They sure are tighten up your physique with the support you need to get the job done. These training tights with elastic waistband serve as a second skin to keep you warm in cool weather. They have a few high-tech features, anti-chafing flat-lock seams and sweat-wicking Hydro Pro material, also …

DON’T RUN IN COTTON | BJORN BORG

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Let’s talk about Bjorn Borg’s performance underwear, which is completely different from regular underwear made in cotton. To train it is definitely much better to train with underwear made of a fresh micro- fiber material that hardly absorbs any humidity, that way you can train better, more comfortable, faster. The Bjorn Borg Performance underwear feels like a second skin, it is fast drying, motion-adapted, an underwear invented for a dynamic lifestyle. If you are following my transformation on snapchat and instagram, you have seen me training really hard for the past 6 months, it has been a long journey, I have been waking up early, there has been a constant dieting, i have been motivated and I have also changed the way I dress to go to the gym, having the appropriate outfit really changes the way you perform and also makes you feel better, it helps a lot, because training with just simple t-shirts, shorts and specially underwear made of cotton is not the best, it will slow your routines, being wet is not comfortable after running. Cotton is good …

L’Envol by Cartier

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Launched in summer 2016, Cartier added a new fragrance for men, L’Envol. Inspired by ambrosia, known as the nectar of the gods. L’Envol is both strong and mellow with sweet resins set against airy musk, is all about violet leaves. Mathilde Laurent developed this fragrance, she surrounded violet leaves by semi-sweet woods to make them smell milder, warmer, noble, slightly sweet. L’Envol is sophisticated and very Cartier, this is, with all sincerity, and by a large margin the best designer release of 2016. It is unquestionably masculine and blended to perfection. The extraordinary bottle is a capsule contained within a detachable glass dome, which can be carried independently and is refillable. The bottle is a classic and stylish Cartier, with its famous guilloché motif on the bottle stopper while the dome shows once again Cartier’s expertise in glasswork. It is available at Penha Mainstreet and Palm Beach Plaza. Feel free to pass by and try it.

3 DIFFERENT LOOKS | SHORE PROJECTS

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One of the attributes I look for in a time piece or clothes is general is versatility, being able to dress up and down an item is not only fun but practical and at the same time, you save money. Shore Projects watches is one of those brands with a versatile concept, the interchangeable straps, but these straps are designed to make your life easier, they come with strap mechanism that makes it easy to swap straps on a daily basis, so the look of the watch can change in just a few seconds, and that, ladies and gents, is one of the beauties of Shore Projects. The watches are Gold Plated 316L Stainless Steel with a Miyota Quartz Movement, scratch resistant Sapphire Crystal and is  water proof (100 meters). The model I’m sporting on the pictures below is the Portland with a light brown wool strap. I paired with my new Old Harry sweater, white trousers, loafers. Now, look at this beauty! Look at this strap, seriously, I like it so much, I think is so …

SPORTSWEAR | BJORN BORG

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Well, If you have been following me on social media for a while you have noticed not only that I’ve been sporting Bjorn Borg a lot but also that I have been training like crazy, I’ve been running, working out at the gym  really hard, lifting weights, eating healthy… I’ve always done sports but never gave my 100% but now I do. Once you change your lifestyle you start doing different things and also wearing different clothes, that’s the case with me, this morning organizing my clean laundry I realised that I have now a lot of athletic wear and is because of this new direction in my life, I wanted to have my abs back and I did it, you have seen me on snapchat, I have posted pics of my progress for 2 months now. It is very important to have motivation and a strong willpower to commit and change your life, I did it and I also updated and upgraded my wardrobe in the sports department, I added eight new pieces from Bjorn Borg, 4 …

VILLINO FLORIO

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VILLINO FLORIO “Beneath the shadow of Villino Florio sprout colors in opaque, sophisticated shades. These are the precious hues od the noble gardens of Palermo, which, combined with the sinuous grace of Liberty style create enchanting blossoms and bring exclusive garments to life. The sparkling avant-garde atmosphere of the Sicilian Belle Epoque thus lives on in the refined elegance of the floral prints, whose soft arboreal lines evoke the splendor and charm of the Art Nouveau period and the great industrialist families of Palermo.” It was love at first sight when I saw this botanical print, it is very masculine, I saw these two pieces and could not help myself and I had to try them on. I think you saw my snaps and insta-stories about my trip to the store located at the Renaissance mall in the beautiful Aruba. I went for a beach stroll and did some amazing pictures. I accessorized the look with a few gold rose bracelets and black Dolce Gabbana sunnies. Jacket, shorts and sunnies by Dolce Gabbana, bracelets by …

VAMONOS | EAST DANE

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A few months ago I bought this beautiful Michael Kors back on EAST DANE, I felt it deserved a proper feature. When I bought it I was looking for a full leather bag, I like nylon bags or those made of canvas, but there’s nothing like the smell of leather. If I were you I will suggest you do the same, get a full leather backpack if you don’t have one and then maybe you can get another in a different fabric and style. EAST DANE has a large variety of bags on their website, some are on SALE, some are from the newest collection. Click here and take your time browsing for the perfect backpack. These three backpacks are among my favorites on their website, click on the picture for more details. URI MINKOFF A slouchy Uri Minkoff backpack in sophisticated pebbled leather. Vertical main zip and lined, 3-pocket interior. A carabiner clip fastens the expandable gusset at the base. Top loop and padded, adjustable shoulder straps. Dust bag included.       Jack …

FIRST INSTINCT GIVEWAY | PENHA & ABERCROMBIE&FITCH FOR MEN

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So… Penha and I have decided to partner to give away the newest fragrance from Abercrombie & Fitch, this brand new perfume was designed by Phillippe Romano; he said: “I wanted to create a modern fragrance that balances both the fresh elements of fougère with oriental warmth. All the notes together, create a scent with worldwide appeal for the Abercrombie & Fitch man and beyond.” First Instinct, an oriental fougère, is intended for “the confident man who is not afraid to express his feelings.” The top notes include an aromatic gin & tonic accord combined with Kiwano melon, so it makes it perfect for a night out in my opinion but I used it in the mornings also. If you have been following me on snapchat, you have seen me spray it after the gym. Middle notes offer spicy Szechuan pepper, airy violet leaves and tangy citrusand.These ingridients will get the attention from everybody. Now, the basenotes are comprised of sueded musk with raw amber. The beautiful bottle has the appearance of undulating water. The silver …

BEARD OIL | KIEHL’S

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If I had a penny for every time my friends or strangers ask me what I do to groom my beard… I always recommend beard oil, is the best and the only thing you need. Finally a well-known brand like Kiehl’s put on the market a beard oil. I tried it for a couple of weeks, I used 3 times a week, sometimes more, depending how many times I go to the beach. It is very lightweight which is important, you don’t wanna feel oily, it softens the facial hair to keep it looking nice and groomed. It is very important to use beard oil also to help the skin, some of the itchiness, when you are starting to grow your beard, is because it gets dry. Kiehl’s oil has an earthy blend of fresh Sandalwood, Cedarwood, and Eucalyptus essential oils. The Pradaxa oil softens and smooths coarse facial hair and nourishes the skin underneath while gentle exfoliating actives smooth dry, itchy skin.Blend of Cedarwood, Sandalwood, and Eucalyptus essential oils provides a fresh, earthy aromatic experience. …

PRE FALL | EAST DANE

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So, In a previous post I showed you this Tee, yeah… and finally I got it and I have to say I like a lot this Kenzo print. You can purchase the Eyes All Over tee or other cool tees by clicking HERE. Now, for those planning ahead, fall is around the corner, so I was just looking for my new statement piece for the season, I started browsing jumpers and sweaters and these are my favorite pieces on EAST DANE.   Herrigs Wool Crew Sweater by Theory A modern herringbone pattern details this all-wool Theory sweater. Ribbed crew neck and edges. Long sleeves made of 100% wool. This is a statement piece, this geometrical pattern will make you stand out elegantly. You can get this sweater or another model from THEORY clicking HERE.   PS by Paul Smith Crew Neck Sweater   This one sweater is one to love, I mean… Look at it, I want it and I’m going to get it, next blog post you will see me wearing it. This crew-neck PS …

CREED FRAGRANCES | PENHA

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So… I like distinctive perfumes, I like to wear fragrances that are not very common, you know? smells can stick to your brain forever so I have this idea that if I am wearing a great and unusual perfume, well… That scent will stick in the brain of the person right next to me forever, you know what I mean? So in my quest for the perfect Island perfume I stumbled upon Creed a few years ago, I met Virgin Island Water which is one of my signature scents. Since that day Creed has become one of my favorites brands not only for the exclusivity but the quality and trajectory , they have over 250 years designing perfumes for royalty in Europe. Penha in Aruba is carrying Creed and I didn’t know, what a surprise! This House of perfumes started in 1760 creating fragrances for Kings and Queens, the very first one was inspired by King George III , and named Royal English Leather, then Fleurs of Bulgarie was offered to Queen Victoria. Napoleon and his …

UNDERWEAR | BJORN BORG

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So… I’ve never blogged about my underwear, I mean, I’ve been wearing about speedos for a long time which is basically the same in regards to fabric quantity and body exposure but the intimacy of underwear was something I am finally sharing with my followers. I am blogging underwear with the help of Bjorn Borg, and I will show you from comfy briefs to use every day to active underwear perfectly designed when you go train at the gym or play sports. Let’s starts with this classic white briefs, these Bjorn Borg are cotton stretch briefs. it is a basic in every men’s wardrobe so do not forget to stock your basics. These briefs are tight and have an amazing fit with the Björn Borg logo on the waistband. You can get any of these pieces with a 15% off using the code ‘CHRISTIANB’ when you check out. Click HERE or on any image to access the page of Bjorn Borg. You can get any of these pieces with a 15% off using the code ‘CHRISTIANB’ …

DAYDREAM BAG | VICTORIA’S SECRET

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It’s no secret Fabiola and I’ve been good friends for a long time, you’ve seen us together many times, around the island and on Instagram. it’s funny to see how we are wearing matching outfits, but that’s only normal when you hang out so much with the same person and it’s called twinning, a twist on the word Charlie Sheen made viral – winning –. Twinning is when two people wear matching or very similar outfits and are delighted by this coordinated turn of events. Now, what makes Fabiola’s look stand out is the beautifulVictoria’s Secret Daydream handbag that compliments her look. This particular color, Pink Rose, is really IN right now, the nude palette has been trending for a while and still is. The bag is made of genuine leather and it comes in two different colors, both available at the Victoria’s Secret boutiques in Aruba and around the world. The detail on metal with the Victoria’s Secret initials is such a nice touch, a little bling placed tastefully. You can also get a wallet in …