Have you ever heard about a major movie months prior to it’s release and get upset that you have to wait so long to see it? Yes I’m sure you have. Especially if the movie promises to be amazing due to the cast. People like Sarah Jessica Parker, Robert Downey Jr., and Christopher Mintz-Plasse (McLovin) tend to draw a pretty big crowd to their films and they all have movies coming out soon. As you can imagine, the anticipation is killing me…So I just watch the trailers over and over again and I’ve decided to share them with you! Sex and the City 2, Iron Man 2, and Kickass are all on my must see list. Check out the previews and try not to burn out your computer screen.

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Who better to speak on Black History, than some young Black entrepreneurs like that of The Brooklyn Circus and LateBoots? M&N recently linked up with Bev, Colin, and Sham to kick off our Black History Month Project. It was only right to start off with people doing so much to remain upwardly mobile. Check out the video below and take a look at the photos from that day on our art blog.

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We are officially one month into the new year. If you’re anything like me, you already had it in your head that 2010 was going to be a great year for you. If you are ME than you’ve gotten off to a slow start due to the fact that you haven’t quite shaken off all of the prior years bad habits just yet. Well you’ve still got time to change and grab this year by the horns and GQ Magazine will tell you how. Although it is a magazine for gentlemen, the GQ 10 Point Plan for 2010 can be applied to females as well. You just need to know how to flip the script so that it fits into your lifestyle. This 10 point plan covers everything from eating properly to self grooming. Some of the key points are self sufficiency, productivity, confidence, and being well rounded. This has got to be one of the most helpful articles I have ever come across and I’m most definitely going to print it out and take heed. I suggest you do the same…

Because it’s Restaurant Week in NYC!!! Well, in all actuality, it isn’t really a week. The city wide extravaganza for all us “foodies” starts tomorrow, January 25th, and ends on February 7th. But wait, there’s more. Select restaurants are actually extending their participation all the way through February 28th! Some of you may be wondering, “What the hell is Restaurant Week and how do I get there?” And to that I say, “Good question.” Restaurant Week (RW) is an amazing opportunity for people to visit a large selection of participating establishments and eat for only a fraction of the normal prices. It’s a time to try new restaurants, especially the ones that may normally be out of your budget. But this year, NYC Restaurant Week is better than ever. Not only because of the fact that some restaurants are extending their dates, but also because of the Restaurant Week Truck. NYC is big on food trucks and stands so it’s only right that there are soups from 24 of NYC’s best restaurants riding around the city. If you decide to participate in this years RW, which you should, hit us up so we can know where the best food is. We can make a shindig out of it and have some fun! I’ll be back in NYC on the weekend to indulge my fat side! For more info on NYC Restaurant Week, click HERE. Don’t forget to work out daily!

So I was recently on one of my Barnes & Noble expeditions the other day, which usually consist of me perusing through magazines and photography books for hours. This time around, I just went straight to the magazine section because I was seeking inspiration for a school project and didn’t have much time to find it. The first thing that grabbed my attention, other than Rihanna on GQ, was a dope black and white photo of Tupac. It was on the cover of a magazine called “Respect”. So I pick it up and wonder why I’ve never heard of it and then I see it’s the premiere issue. I immediately take it to the register, along with Rihanna on GQ’s cover, and purchase it so I can go sit on a quiet corner and pick it apart. This magazine is amazing. In a nutshell, it’s a quarterly photo journal of Hip-Hop culture. The Respect Magazine premiere issue features nine photographers with subjects ranging from The Beastie Boys to Jay-Z. Get to your nearest magazine carrier and get your piece of Hip-Hop history today!

This was very refreshing to see, I must say. I’m a huge fan of V Magazine and I always love their choice of models but they switched it up this time. This months issue features a different kind of model; the plus sized woman. Five beautiful models were photographed by Solve Sundsbo and the finished projected is truly amazing. I’m personally an advocate for a bit more meat on the bones but I don’t discriminate. Being comfortable in your own skin is important. Otherwise you will never be comfortable in your clothes. The entire issue is paying homage to women of all shapes and sizes and will hit the stands on January 14th!!! Check out more pics here!

Ladies, there is no need to follow the blueprint for a New Years Eve outfit that I laid out in my prior post…If you shop at The Conversation Piece (TCP). If you haven’t heard of TCP yet, you are surely in for a visual treat. For amazing photo concepts fused with affordable vintage gems without having to go to a gallery and 5 different stores just to find one piece, this is the site to check out. With brands from YSL to Ralph Lauren, you would think TCP would be a bit pricey but it is far from. This is the perfect online shop for ladies on a budget to find an outfit for New Years Eve! It’s even good for us men to find gifts for our ladies. I recently linked up with the creative director and fashion editor, Toni Burke and Carl Bailey, of The Conversation Piece for a photoshoot. It was amazing and it is the newest photo story, “Party Crashers“, on the site right now. Check out a recent feature of the site hereand be sure to keep TCP in mind the next time you go vintage shopping! Thank You and You’re Welcome…

But is also one of the most fashionable days of the year. Yes, I’m referring to New Years Eve (NYE). This is the last night that you can do the exact opposite of all your New Years resolutions and actually get away with it. I personally don’t believe that waiting for the year to end is what should prompt change but that’s neither here nor there. The fact is, NYE is less than a week away and wherever you go that night, looking good will be a high priority. So I’ve decided to put together two looks, male and female, that might just help you out when you’re scrambling through the mall this week trying to figure out what you’re wearing. For both guys and girls, black has been a very instrumental color in this year’s fashion trends. A lot of  great accessories, outerwear, and shoes have come out in “All Black Everything” and they still are so take advantage of that when shopping for an outfit. I personally think that gentleman should incorporate color in their NYE looks, but make sure it’s less than your female counterpart. Be the reserved cool guy and let your lady get the shine with her colorful fit with splashes of black while you do the opposite. The guy should have on the black eye wear like these new leather (yes..leather) Super glasses and dark jacket or sweater. The Rugby Tartan Blazer would be good as a splash of color if everything else is black or very dark. Or this John Varvatos shawl collar cardigan would look good with a plain white button down and black tie but offset all the monotony with these colorful Ralph Lauren corduroy jeans. Boots are the move these days so I’d go with these A.P.C. derby ankle boots. That sole is amazing. Now for the ladies…NYE is the night of unconventional…So don’t fall into the cliche of huge coat, small dress, and high heels. Show out and push the limits a little. This sickening Stella McCartney cardigan is a great way to start. You can still wear the small dress but do it different than the rest so you wont blend in. Under the cardigan try something that will add contrast like this Jay Godfrey one shoulder dress which can be worn with these cool Rugby sequin leggings or the colorful slim cords to add even more pop to the fit. Skip the heels because it’s gonna be a long night… Try these smooth Christian Louboutin patent leather shoes. You’re the best dressed and your feet aren’t killing you 3 songs into the party. A lot of these items are pricey but this is just a blueprint. Replicate expensive looks through inexpensive brands or go vintage! See you at the party!!! I’ll be late for that…

That’s right!!! Yet another entity has launched, brought to you by the M&N design team and Nicky Famous Photography. It’s in the beginning stages but coming along quite nicely. The “Ars Gratia Artis” (Art For Arts Sake) blog will be the designated location for all things art that we post. That goes for my photos, graphics by Matt, and the artwork of others. Like MN-Eminent, there will be daily progression and changes to the site so make sure you check it out and stay tuned for amazing artwork. Pretty soon, all the tabs in your browser WILL be M&N Productions…

If you have never attended a Brooklyn Circus event, I have no clue what you’ve been doing with your life but you will have the opportunity to redeem yourself very soon. I went to the BKc book release party over the Summer and it was by far one of the best events I’ve ever been to. The crowd is highly fashionable but not too cool to dance and truly have a good time. Just picture a room full of some of the best dressed people you’ve ever seen, flowing drinks, and the best selection of music in town blasting from all sides. Yep. That’s a Brooklyn Circus party for ya. This Saturday, December 19th, they will be throwing their FIRST annual holiday party in the Dumbo section of Brooklyn. The venue, No. 1 Front St., is a massive club space with multiple levels and bars located throughout. I’ve already attended 2 parties here and it is surely a place that I’ve been eager to revisit. Sooooo ….That’s what I’m doing this Saturday. What are YOU doing??? Get that outfit ready and meet me there. Check out The Minority Report for more info, because they will be hosting it as well which just amplifies how live and historical it’s going to be!