On Trend with REGARD Magazine .... Weather the Leather

Giles Marini sizzles in our April issue in the exceptionally well-tailored, up and flourishing clothing line, Dorsia Collection. You may remember him as the object of Samantha’s desire in the first “Sex and the City,” movie, or as the season 8 first runner up, on “Dancing with the Stars,” as well as a myriad of other projects including a starring role on ABC’S hit drama “Brothers and Sisters.” Giles definitely brought the sexy to the classical pieces. I love a light leather jacket for spring. It makes for the perfect finishing piece for the shorts and a t-shirt you wear to go to a beach bbq, or for the jeans and linen shirt you wear on that first date. Leather in a lighter color is perfect for spring. Be sure it’s a medium to light weight. Light enough to be a layering piece but heavy enough to keep the chill of spring nights at bay.

Leather for spring!.... Enjoy!

Gilles Marini for RegardMag.com Issue 7

      

             CargoLargo by Styleyes on Polyvore.com

        

         

         Smooth by Styleyes on Polyvore.com

  

                                                                            -Micah Riggins

On Trend with REGARD Magazine ....Seer Sucker Punch

I adore the hunky actor and family man, Mr. Tim Griffin, in the well cultivated line, Franklin + Gower, in the April issue of REGARD Magazine. He looks suave in the all-American inspired shoot. I love the seersucker jacket in his first look, however, seersucker can be a very tricky fabric to navigate. 

Traditionally, a southern gentleman’s uniform worn on the porch of the country club while sipping a mint julep, there have been lots of rules concerning the casual but “rich man’s” fabric and how to wear it properly. I say, throw all the rules out and find new and more contemporary ways to wear seersucker. Here are DO’s and Don’ts to get you started.

• DO pay close attention to fit. Seersucker can be very luxurious looking but it can also look very cheap. While it’s true that seersucker should be a bit loose and has a crumpled look, be sure that your seersucker jacket still fits your shoulders and there is not too much loose fabric in the torso.
  
• Don’t wear seersucker from head to toe unless your 6years old, 66 years old or Robert Redford in “The Great Gatsby”. DO, save your seersucker for after Labor Day and before Memorial Day.
  
• Do try wearing seersucker in your own way. Try a casual pair of shorts with your favorite t-shirt and a blazer with a great pair of sneakers, or a tailored sport coat with a crisp white oxford, khakis and worn in brogues.
  Summer is coming and seersucker will be cool and breezy, So give it a try!

                                                   Tim Griffin for RegardMag.com Issue 7

                

                   Hide and Go SeerSucker by Styleyes on Polyvore.com

             

            
                Seersucker Punch by Styleyes on Polyvore.com

          


                                                                                       -Micah Riggins

Behind the Scenes with Tamala Jones from ABC's "Castle"

Another fantastic shoot we were able to do for the current issue was with the fabulous Tamala Jones.  The talented actor is currently playing forensics analyst, Lanie Parish, in ABC's new hit show,"Castle."  As you can see from the video, Tamala, rolled out the hospitality and made the shoot a party and a blast.  Be sure to check out Tamala on Castle.......Thanks, Miss Tamala, for the wonderful shoot.

Tamala Jones for RegardMag.com Issue 5

Let's Tango.....Behind the scenes with Dancing with the Stars' Mark Ballas and Chelsie Hightower

Dancing with the Stars dancers Mark Ballas and Chelsie Hightower showed us their moves for our editorial shoot. As you can see from their tango moves,  they are at the top of their game.   True to form, Mark has really transformed Bristol Palin and turned into quite a dancer.  And although Chelsie and Michael Bolton are no longer on the show this season, she did help him get his dance on, too.   As you can see from the video they had a fun time setting up their poses.....  And Chelsie and Mark really hit the mark with a dramatic split....WOW!!    Special Thanks to Dalia MacPhee for the gorgeous gowns....

                                                   DWTS's Mark Ballas Issue 4

                                                DWTS's Chesie Hightower Issue 4