Baptiste Viry Spring/Summer 2010

Hermès understudy graduates in style,

http://www.baptisteviry.com/

Outspoken...

I know i was a little harsh but... I TOLD YOU SO?

LVMH struggles to prise open purses of wealthy (Times Online)“The luxury brands group, which markets Christian Dior perfume and Tag Heuer watches as well as Louis Vuitton luggage, failed to raise its game over the Christmas period. Sales in the final quarter of 2009 were flat or declining in every sector at LVMH.”

PLEASE READ.... My reason why LVMH failed to rase its game

Malene Birger Autumn Winter

Malene Birger Autumn/Winter collection. Very impressive.

Certain elements in this collection are a touch of brilliance.

.Thigh high boots
.Gold satin evening wear
.Crow Influenced arm cardigan

$1,150 Thakoon somthing special

Louis Vuitton Pre Fall 2010

Louis Vuitton Fall Winter 2010... Sorry but this is a f***ing disgrace

The House of Louis Vuitton being a multi Billion €uro fashion label, so imagine their marketing budget... BIG, that's why i say this is a DISGRACE. i got a feeling I'm going to upset a few fashion followers, bloggers, whatever... but dude it is what it is.

I'm sure questions will be asked... no sorry I DEMAND questions be asked on where the marketing team blew their budget?

Was it just me or do you feel a little cheated by the irony of Vuitton when it came to the obvious lack of creativity and imagination when conjuring up their Fall Winter advertising campaign.

No disrespect to Guy Richie's ex but we understand by choosing Madonna to endorse your product it will tap into the majority of the Louis Vuitton market "Elders with deep pockets", but am i missing something or has that already been done...

Dude COME ON, this campaign does not in any way seem appealing enough to convince me to go out and spend dumb change on a Vuitton. To be honest someone at The House Of Louis Vuitton marketing/advertising needs to get FIRED!!! as well as the employee that was responsible for the pony fake metallic graphic photograph manipulation... POOR.

But being spiritual I'm obliged to forgive.

Hermès Paris Fall 2010

Gorbachev Louis Vuitton

This is where i would normally quote "if i was into politics, i would have become a politician" but I'm quiet rapidly discovering the two go hand in hand, and ill be the first to admit that is a bit of an ignorant quote... but that's another post.

This fascinating Louis Vuitton campaign shot captures Mikhail Gorbachev alongside their iconic 1924 60 Keepall. A photo with a subliminal message? maybe, maybe not.

The sensational thing that instantly caught my attention was the brilliance in capturing such an Symbolic personality, with an iconic product in an memorable location... fantastic photography, fantastic marketing makes for fantastic viewing.

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www.louisvuitton.com

Vera Wang | Pre Fall 2010

Vera Wang Pre Fall 2010

Mr Blair for LVMH... Arnault is a Genius

Now i always said if i was into politics i would have become a politician, but then again i guess you don't have to be Einstein to see Bernard Arnault 'every entrepreneurs favorite entrepreneur' is planning his next move on the UK shores.

Discretion, whats that?, i guess when your the chairman to the worlds leading luxury Group discretion before too long becomes public. When it leaked that Bernard Arnault was attempting to appoint the ex British prime minister 'Tony Blair' as an advisor to L.V.M.H one question sprung to mind, WAS THE MONARCHY UP FOR SALE?

Well the monarchy is a little far fetch, but to know of Bernard Arnault is to know what may seem as far fetch is only a matter Patience and strategical planning. Being half way through my current read 'The Taste Of Luxury' Bernard Arnault and the Moet-Hennessy Louis Vuitton story i learned a little about the mind, strategies of a man that i like to refer to as the Marmite, love him or hate him Bernard Arnault is hands down an inspiration to all who aspire to be. With such sauces, some may love him while the majority may dislike, but one thing all should agree guarantee his latest strategical move of appointing Mr Blair as a consultant is absolute genus any businessman knows once your in Parliament your in favour.

"Men lie, women lie, numbers dont"

Scratch benith the surface 'hint' click for Bloomberg

Networking...Were all life's twists and turns finally come to a straight

Recently i was scheduled to meet up with a close friend for a spot dinner as well as catch up on recent events. Fortunately for me i had been penciled in on the same evening as a networking event he was due to attend.

Been given an option to dine on one of two evenings, to choose the night of the event by total chance some would say was pure luck, i would call it God.

With no clue what so ever this was going to be sprung on me, I was to attend the launch opening of one of londons most fasinating shoe stores, Lodger, In Mayfair London for my first networking event, talk about pushing someone in the deep end.

Swimming...

This is were all life's twists and turns finally come to a straight, where all the quirky memorable quotes, film scenes and the one or two episodes of the city 'that i just happen to catch' come into play.

The old lady (mom) regardless of the occasion if any would always tell me "Son, dress for success" then send me back upstairs to get changed. The quote never made since when you where seven years old leaving out the front door for school, better yet to the shop to buy milk, or even leaving to play Football at muddy park riddled with S**t.

Back then you thought the lady was crazy, but nether the less you listen and years later your put on the spot, invited to an event last minute dot com, that requires you walk into a room full of various directors and editors from an establishment that you hope and prey will give you a break, THEN and only THEN that quote 'if you herd one more time would have sent you stir crazy' MADE ALL THE SINCE IN THE WORLD.

Well to be honest that quote sent you crazy a long time ago, that's why your so intrigued with this industry in the first place "Thanks Mom".

Champagne flows like water...

Emmm well, not in my case, this is a first impression that i don't really want to regret, plus I don't fancy being labeled the friend you cant take anywhere, you know the one that gets tipsy off the free Champagne, forgets its a networking evet and ends up doing this...

NOoo Sir, not me.

Take your chances...

Now an opportunity presents itself and im ready. Just as im thanking god that i opted for the Harris Tweed and tie over dressing down quote number two quickly comes to mind. My old man would always say "SON YOU GOTTA TAKE YOUR CHANCES", he was normally referring to when your about to Score 'take that how you wish'.

This is not a speed dating event, so i'm sure "son you gotta take your chances" doesn't mean try your luck with the Olivia Palermo lookalike posing in the corner In this scenario it simply means make an impression, if any conversation comes your way compose yourself and simply take your chance... "BUT WAIT" ... this being my first industry event i don't know any other people other than who i came with, and due to me being new to this I'm sure i stick out like a Vickor in a club "no offence", NOT A GOOD LOOK. With this in mind i got to think quick, I tell you what, Wheres that Olivia lookalike in the Jimmy's, 'GULP'.

Quickie...

No not with the Olivia lookalike unfortunately, the event. From what i gathered you want to be in and out as soon as possible, in long enough that you meet others, learn something, and take something other than free bees from the experience, but also out quick enough leave before you have one too many drinks and that could easily turn this memorable night into the event you so desperately want to forget.

Tip...

If i ever have a tip for you it would be... Don't drink, take a glass when offered its polite and it looks cool, sip, network, sip, smile, network then leave, dont even finish your glass, it shows you came with good intentions. Oh and a business card or two is always a good sign that you swam.

Yours Nathaniel McCarthy

Rags to Riches..its easy

With age comes vast wisdom, so i value his advice.

Advice taken. Watch the full video here. Be inspired.

Yours Nathaniel McCarthy.

il Magnifique..?

To say Paris is beautiful would be an understatement...

Is Paris the most beautiful City in Europe? Through the lens of my uncle Karl's sunglasses i'd say...




To say i have not come across such a photogenic city, many would think i need to get out more often, my reply to you would be KISS MY A**, i know beauty when i come across it.



Paris is London's sexy little sister, 'Why? you ask' Compared to London Paris has this peaceful calm about her plus the layout of this historic city is exquisite. If your a fan of french artistry you will adore the city's layout. Its as if Paris is one huge canvas carefully mapped out to seduce those that admire true beauty and pays attention to the finest details.

The share boldness in the beauty and bright contrasting colours had me totally overwhelmed. Every location i felt like the centre piece of a Picasso painting. With this city only two hours away, i think i might flirt with her more often.

One thing about this 'girl' (city) is she's high maintenance, (omelette, chips and salad, with a coke & latte x2) €40 lunches and €50-60 dinners for two frills in Paris don't come too cheap, besides that, i still love being amongst 'her'. 'why? you ask'. She's also home to some of the worlds leading houses, the streets of Paris are paved with fashion house...

after house...

after house...

Just the history behind Paris's infamous fashion houses is so inspiring. Even the vintage shops Rue Des Rosiers and Rue Du Roi De Sicile impressed me.

Now Picture This

'She' (Paris) is beautiful, her looks are absolutely flawless. 'She' is sexy and speaks a language you don't understand but you couldn't care less as her wonderful sense of fashion speaks louder than words. Its far from love, but your still caught up in sin as you lust every attribute she has shown. You flirt the night away in '€15 a drink' bars, in locations that you'll only catch on The Hill's, and to be honest you don't mind doing it because you only live once, your only here for the long weekend and she is the source of inspiration at this moment in time, and we all know to be inspired is priceless.

The night goes well and 'she' makes you think is love on the cards...???

The Morning After

You wake up in the morning sun hitting 30cc and all you want in return for a night of events and emotion is a plate of food that will go down well... and to your amazement 'SHE' CANT COOK. Absolutely fuming, you could not begin to imagine my frustration and not one restaurant that tickled my taste buds, right there and then i realised that Paris was not the one for me, maybe for a night but not forever. Every women knows the way to a mans heart is through his stomach, someone should have explained that to whoever built this city. It all means nothing if you cant eat properly. I dare not expose the diners that failed me as to slag something off is not me. but i will sing the praises of the one restaurant that did save me from resorting to McDonalds...

Villa Spicy... Check diner bar Located far right of site for details

Yours Nathaniel McCarthy

Simon says..

If I'm to be judged on my appearance, i know what I'd prefer to seen in.

What i like to call the Jewel in the crown of quality traditional British men's attire. To know Simon carter is to love Simon carter London, 'what do i mean?' I'm glad you asked.

Simon Carter is in the midst of very good company when it comes to leading British male ready to wear attire. As sharp as Ozwald Boateng may cut his Cotton and Paul Smith weaves his wool none of the above reflects the true British gentlemen through their attire as Simon Carter London.

SIMON CARTER

"King Of Cufflinks"

CUFFLINKSTIES

WATCHES

Next time your in one of the following locations be sure to check out a Simon Carter outlet

STORE LOCATIONS:
34 Shepherd Market Mayfair London W1J 7QP
29 King Street Covent Garden London WC2E 2JB

Yours Nathaniel McCarthy

Satori Robata

Highly recommended...

Arriving at Satori Robata my clock reading 7:45 my fist impression was... Where the B**p is everybody, trust the misses to book the one place on the bridge with no atmosphere...Women, typical.

Overlooking the corny koto music playing in the background I noticed that Satori had a real contemporary look, from the spacious seating, the fair dim lighting to the carefully worked out water feature in the centre of the room that after a few drinks could have easily been mistaken for a hi-tech sink. The interior design was spot on and the attention to detail immense.

What sets restaurants apart from competition is the attention to detail, and that's why i can say that Satori Robata definitely went the extra yard or so by applying call buttons at ether side of the table that created hands down, the best service i have come across thus far.

Specialising in sushi it was only right that we opted for the classic Californian roll with the sea food tempura for starters, that went down a treat. My first bit of advice about the meal would be avoid any fancy cocktails that might catch your eye on the drinks menu and get straight down to the what you know best, a bottle of red and a bottle of white with a few in between and you can't go wrong.

After starters and a glass or two and before you know it the restaurant atmosphere picks up, all booths where full and centre of our conversation is summer holidays, and an anti facebook demonstration, just for the record none of the three guys present had a facebook account so, it was 3 guys against 4 females with strong opinions in defence of why they have a facebook... women, typical.

The main did not have me head over hills, the Chicken katsu, and the Salmon teriyaki were very well cooked just a little bland, but hey I'm no Gordon Ramsey, was definitely worth the experience and chuffed with the overall outcome of the evening.

Restaurant: Satori Robata

Location: Knightsbridge

Address: 1st Floor Next to Odeon Cinema The Rotunda Clarence Street Kingston, KT1 1HS

Reservations: 0208 546 5533

email: manager@satori-sushi.co.uk

New York | New York

I'm inspired by many, but influenced by very few.

The London born, Middlesex University Graduate refused to be restricted by the limitations of London and hit New York in search of something more precious than Gold, Inspiration. The qualified film maker is CEO of magic pie inc, that delivers screen writing/ short films/ Photography.


Luckily not only did he find the inspiration that helps drive many side ventures like being a DJ and occasional styling, he works for London designer Paul Smith in New york, talk about having your fingers in all the 'magic' pies. Besides being my youngest uncle, this guy is the older brother i never had, and the reason why i limit my social circle down to the few people that inspire and influence me to the magnitude he has.

I can assure you Clive Williams is truly an inspiration, that's why he is 1st on the list in my equivalent of ocean's 11, Nathaniel's 5. A selection of Clive Williams images are on display at TEN 26 401 east 13th street. NY NY 10009 ph: 212 358 1026

If you're in New York and require the following services:

FILMING

PHOTOGRAPHY
STYLING



Contact Clive Williams - cli77@earthlink.net
magicpie.smugmug.com


Be inspired... all photos curtsy of magicpieinc.com



Yours Nathaniel McCarthy.

How big's yours...?

They all tell me how big it is and still I stay humble.

Artist : Beyoncé Knowles Feat. Kanye West
Song Title: Ego

Even if yours is not as big , still keep your head up... be inspired


Yours Nathaniel McCarthy

Inspiration|Roma

Photography by Nathaniel McCarthy

The morning after and im just still getting to grips with what my eyes have just seen. Roma is definitetly one of the most beautiful cities on the face of Gods earth for many reasons. From the number of collossal buildings scattered around the city to the preserved cobble stone streets, this city is a mecca for those looking for answers for past history or simply seeking inspiration.

Photography by Nathaniel McCarthy

To put it blunt its not hard to see why the Romans walk with a slight strut in there stride, prep in there step and a twinkle in their eye, and to be honest i don't blame them, their surroundings are a constant reminder that at one point Romans ruled the world.

Photography by Nathaniel McCarthy

If i could sum Rome up in three words they would be, History, Fashion, Food... well ok six, Cocktails, Palm trees and Religion... Yes palm trees, and religion is one thing these guys take seriously, and im not talking clothes.

Photography by Nathaniel McCarthy

Be inspired

Yours Nathaniel McCarthy.