Driving gloves are an old-school accessory that is rarely seen in modern times. While professional racecar drivers tend to wear driving gloves in order to enhance their grip on a steering wheel, those who drive classic or vintage cars might also be familiar with driving gloves. Being that modern cars don’t really call for the use of driving gloves, these thin leather hand covers can be nice no matter how unnecessary they are....
There are only a few things that arouse a vintage collector’s interest more than the name Rolex. But whether you are a collector or someone with a passing interest in watches, you can’t but help fall in love with the world’s most famous luxury timepiece maker. Every gentleman (and lady) would love to own the most expensive Rolex; the only problem with that is wishes are not horses! But, come to think of it, how expensive are these timepieces, anyway?...
Life is rife with hardship and struggle, and having a reminder that you are capable of surviving it is powerful. This is why the phrase “refuse to sink” makes for such a compelling tattoo. In the case of this phrase, “sinking” is a clear allusion to maritime culture, where the fear of sinking to the dark abyss of the ocean was ubiquitous and very real. As such, anchors are often juxtaposed with the phrase “refuse to sink” to emphasize its origin and to give a symbol to the omnipresent threat of failing to rise above adversity....
The Peach is not only a great tasting and sweet piece of fruit, it’s now a popular choice for quality tattoo designs. While many peach tattoos stick with the traditional orchard fruit – etched in either classical black and gray or contemporary realistic color – there’s also a school of design reveling in humor and a sense of the absurd. The peach in social media and text messaging is a great piece of sexual innuendo, with the fruit used colloquially to represent a great derriere (or ass, you uncultured heathens)....
The triangle tattoo idea includes links to Christianity, old symbols such as the Valknut and Triquetra, and a whole host of geometric ink design styles flowing from simple or solid, to amazingly intricate pieces. There are numerous religious and cultural connotations and multiple meanings linked to triangle ink in both European and American tattoo subculture, while also being linked to outlaw culture and prison tattoos, and a range of geometric tattoo principles....
Guilty pleasure or proud indulgence, there’s no denying the heavenly addiction that accompanies cheese. Curd to calzone, every culture around the world has staked its claim in the mouthwatering creation of cheese dishes, and it was only a matter of time before true fans insisted on inking their devotion in tattoo form. From pizza slices to cheddar wedges, fondue pots to moons made of green cheese, there is no limit to the pantry of cheese tattoo inspirations....
Twenty seasons strong and still going, South Park remains the phenomenal social commentary we so desperately need. The four elementary school friends of South Park and their eccentric but instantly recognizable friends, families, and neighbors have formed a collective voice through which our own fears, follies, and outrages can be exorcised weekly. With an unlimited supply of memorable lines and guiltily-loved characters, it’s no mystery as to why the devoted South Park aficionado isn’t afraid to sport some fan ink....
Islay distillery Ardberg has taken out top honors at the International Whisky Awards with their Uigeadail Single Malt expression. Ardbeg Uigeadail will receive the prestigious Golden Barrel Trophy for scoring an impressive 95.9 points, taking top place from Glenmorangie Vintage 1997 in second (95.1 points) and Dewar’s Double Double 32 Year Old in third (95 points). Ardberg Distillery According to Ardberg Distillery, Uigeadail (‘Oog-a-dal’), is “a special vatting that marries Ardbeg’s traditional deep, smoky notes with luscious, raisiny tones of old ex-Sherry casks....
When men think of “dress shoes,” Oxfords tend to come to mind. They are classic and elegant, mostly defined by their closed lacing system that adds a very fancy touch. However, a similar and much more casual kind of shoe is loafers. Though they look rather similar, loafers and Oxfords are very distinct and different shoes that serve two different purposes. One shoe is pretty much made for formal events, while the other is mostly intended for casual use....
Some tattoo collectors prioritize simple symbolism over grand designs of bright color and complexity. A heart outline tattoo – in either the positive (love and friendship) or negative (loss and grief) – is the exact minimalist idea simple ink employs to convey a strong message with little fuss. In general, outline heart tattoos are quickly etched and deftly executed, although some add a few flourishes to broaden the theme or intensify the message as required....
As the god of lightning, thunder and storms in the Shinto religion and in Japanese mythology, Raijin is a fearsome god. His formidable appearance and power is what makes him the perfect tattoos for those who have a deep respect for the Shinto philosophy. In the Shinto religion, Raijin was formed shortly after the creation of Japan by Izanami and Izanagi. He is said to have a drum, which he uses in order to make thunder during storms....
Today’s ink parlors are delivering some intensely trippy tattoos for men. The psychedelic potential is unprecedented and sublime. These mind-blowing designs are seriously copacetic. Trippy tattoos are undoubtedly perched atop the wave of modernized pop culture. These warped visual wonders are truly twisted in all the right ways. Everyone who sees them will be fascinated and intrigued. Optical illusions are a central theme among most trippy tattoos. With proper planning, these creations can cunningly trick the naked eye....
Ever since the explosion of Viagra ten years ago, the male enhancement industry has grown to over five billion dollars. Enyzte alone sold one billion plus pills. And just like everything else in demand, companies are racing to cash in. Today you can buy everything from natural male enhancement drinks to yes, even chewing gum. But one thing gentlemen still can’t buy, is birth control for men. Why is that? With the popularity of female version of Viagra taking the spotlight, it sparked my interests to investigate the truth on male birth control....
A debut like no other has taken place at Villa d’Este’s Concours d’Elegance where Lamborghini’s reconstructed 1971 Countach LP 500 stopped the show. The vintage ride may look like it is from yesteryear, but the year on the title will read 2021. When a custom order for the rebuild came in 2017, Polo Storico Lamborghini and Lamborghini Centro Stile began collecting old photographs, schematics, and interview notes to rebuild the super sports car....
Contrary to popular belief, short hair doesn’t have to be unfashionably dull. In reality, a little waviness can go a long way in adding some life to any short cut. When it comes to men’s hairstyles, texture and presentation are everything. Virtually any look can be transformed from ordinary to outstanding with a little product and time invested in personal styling. Of course, knowing a good barber helps too. However, what makes the short wavy cut a truly ideal choice for any man, is the ability to customize it exactly how you like....
There are innumerable concepts to explore, adapt, and depict when choosing a rib tattoo. From minimalist designs and simple quote tattoos, to realistic rib tattoo art or those exploring religious themes, the rib cage is a bold area to make a tattoo statement. Any application or thematic concept can be applied to make a successful rib tattoo. It is your expression and art brought to life by the tattoo artist. Getting it done as a sternum tattoo or on the side of your body in a spot that is often more painful than most, make it look good and make the discomfort worthwhile....
The sun is incredibly versatile as a tattoo symbol. Simple interpretation of the sun makes for popular tattoo choices in a range of styles. Some sun symbolism is universal: light, warmth, new life, and positivity. There is a natural reverence all life must have for the sun for without it not only would we perish we would never have come to exist. The sun is a masculine symbol, it’s our symbolic father....
Perhaps one of the best ways to show your love of nature is to go ahead and get a tattoo of something in nature done. These birds are particularly majestic and beautiful and can be found stalking their prey, and coming up with something particularly tasty to birds. The pheasant is also a bird that is hunted by humans occasionally and enjoyed for its tasty meat. But since we’re honoring the pheasant here, we won’t be focusing in too much on the hunting of this bird....
Just as every tree’s roots go much deeper than the eye can see, so to do your own. Wherever your roots lie, your legs have no doubt taken you over vast stretches of time and place. Unlike the tree, however, your roots are movable, and bound to no designated place. A tree tattoo is a powerful reminder of the roots we honor–spiritually, emotionally, historically–and, when worn on the calf, an addendum for the wanderer who is never far from home, wherever he roams....
“As American as apple pie,” goes the saying, and one can hardly argue the accuracy of the comparison. Is there anything more comforting, more symbolic of home, than a homemade pie cooling on the windowsill? No matter the flavor–blueberry, apple, lemon, chocolate–this old timey dessert stands for so much more than pastry devotion. A pie tattoo is nostalgia inked on the skin, plan and simple. And it’s just that plain and simple principle that makes it such an inviting piece of tattoo art....
