DMITRY's Ties

Better With Age

2010-11-04T13:04:00.001-07:00

Carla Bruni only gets better with age.

Russian Fashion Week Launches Its 20th Season in Moscow

2010-11-02T15:43:00.001-07:00

Russian Fashion Week, the biggest fashion event in Eastern Europe, is celebrating its 20th season/10 years in Moscow's Congress-Hall of World Trade Center, turning the Russian capital into the world's hottest fashion destination for this period.

The RFW FW2010/11 schedule includes over 50 shows of cutting-edge designers from Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Lithuania, UK, Italy and more. This season RFW will host British Day under the support of the British Council with participation of Clare Lopeman, Osman Yousefzada, Eley Kishimoto and PPQ. The international flavor will also be added by MAION by Maria Prevolsek (Croatia) and KT Brown (Sri Lanka). Both shows will be held within the frameworks of RFW international cooperation with Fashion Week Zagreb and Colombo Fashion Week respectively. Italy will be represented by a debut collection by a young Italian brand, DISMO, and by a traditional N-U-DE (New Upcoming Designers) collective fashion show of 3 young designers. (N-U-DE showcase is organized in cooperation with Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana.)

"10 years ago we started with less than 20 shows in a season. Now Moscow generates a lot of new fashion ideas and showcases the best international talents," says Alexander Shumsky, RFW President.

Russian Fashion Week's program includes "Extending the Runway: Tatiana Sorokko Style" exhibition by famous Russian top model Tatiana Sorokko and "A Shaded View on Fashion Film" selection by famous fashion blogger and visionary Diane Pernet. Karim Rashid, the legendary industrial designer, will be a special guest of the RFW opening.

RFW attracts over 45,000 people and over 1000 accredited journalists and buyers seasonally. RFW is held under support of the Ministry of Culture of Russia, Russian Fashion Foundation and Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs. RFW is produced by Artefact Communications Agency. In past seasons, Russian Fashion Week staged shows by Vivienne Westwood, Julien Macdonald, La Perla, Catherine Malandrino, Jeremy Scott, Costume National, Francesco Smalto, JC de Castelbajac and other prominent international designers along with established and up-and-coming Russian brands, such as Slava Zaitsev, Parfionova, Julia Nikolaeva, Lena Karnauhova, Chistova&Endourova, St. Bessarion, Egor Zaitsev, Masha Kravtsova, Tegin, Biryukov and others.

Ads by Dolce & Gabbana

2010-11-02T10:40:00.000-07:00

Dolce & Gabbana Fall/Winter 2011

2010-11-01T12:41:00.000-07:00

Priests Hit Hard by Hidden AIDS Epidemic

2010-11-01T12:03:00.000-07:00

January 31, 2000

KANSAS CITY, Missouri (AP) -- Roman Catholic priests in the United States are dying from AIDS-related illnesses at a rate four times higher than the general population and the cause is often concealed on their death certificates, The Kansas City Star reported in a series of stories that started Sunday.

In the first of a three-part series, the newspaper said death certificates and interviews with experts indicated several hundred priests have died of AIDS-related illnesses since the mid-1980s and hundreds more are living with HIV, the virus that causes the disease.

"I think this speaks to a failure on the part of the church," said Auxiliary Bishop Thomas Gumbleton of the Archdiocese of Detroit. "Gay priests and heterosexual priests didn't know how to handle their sexuality, their sexual drive. And so they would handle it in ways that were not healthy."

The Star received 801 responses to questionnaires that were sent last fall to 3,000 of the 46,000 priests in the United States. The margin of error of the survey was 3.5 percentage points.

Six of 10 priests responding said they knew of at least one priest who had died of an AIDS-related illness, and one-third knew a priest living with AIDS. Three-fourths said the church needed to provide more education to seminarians on sexual issues.

"How to be celibate and to be gay at the same time, and how to be celibate and heterosexual at the same time, that's what we were never really taught how to do. And that was a major failing," Gumbleton said.

Asked about their sexual orientation, 75 percent said they were heterosexual, 15 percent said they were homosexual, and 5 percent said they were bisexual.

The Rev. John Keenan, who runs Trinity House, an outpatient clinic in Chicago for priests, said he believes most priests with AIDS contracted the disease through same-sex relations. He said he treated one priest who had infected eight other priests.

The Star said precise numbers of priests who have died of AIDS or become infected with HIV is unknown, partly because many suffer in solitude. When priests tell their superiors, the cases generally are handled quietly.

The newspaper cited the case of Bishop Emerson Moore, who left the Archdiocese of New York in 1995 and went to Minnesota, where he died in a hospice of an AIDS-related illness. His death certificate attributed the death to "unknown natural causes" and listed his occupation as "laborer" in the manufacturing industry.

After an AIDS activist filed a complaint, officials changed the cause of death to "HIV-related illness," the Star said, but the occupation was not corrected.

The newspaper said the death rate among priests from AIDS appears to be at least four times that of the rate for the general U.S. population.
Some priests and behavioral experts believe the church has scared priests into silence by treating homosexual acts as an abomination and the breaking of celibacy vows as shameful, the Star said.

Catholic cardinals in the United States and high-ranking church officials in the Vatican declined requests to discuss the newspaper's findings, The Star reported. The Vatican referred questions to local bishops.

Bishop Raymond Boland of the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph said the AIDS deaths show that priests are human.

"Much as we would regret it, it shows that human nature is human nature," he said. "And all of us are heirs to all of the misfortunes that can be foisted upon the human race."

UPDATE November 2000

New Study Finds Catholic Priests Dying From AIDS at Higher Than Expected Rate

According to a study following a January report on Catholic priests dying of AIDS, the Kansas City Star has found that the AIDS-related death rate among priests "exceeds earlier estimates." The Star reported in a three-part series in January that "hundreds of priests had died of AIDS-related illnesses and that hundreds more were living with the virus that causes the disease."

Follow-up research, based on death certificates and interviews with family members, found an additional 300 AIDS-related priest deaths nationwide. However, researchers were unable to count AIDS-related deaths in the nearly two-thirds of states that do not disclose death records, and experts say that the "exact AIDS death toll among U.S. priests will never be known." In the 14 states that allowed the Star to access death records, the paper found that the AIDS-related death rate among priests was "more than double" the rate among all adult males in those states and more than six times the rate among the general population in those states. The Star reports that these rates "exceeded the estimates and projections reported earlier this year by the newspaper," and the follow-up investigation reveals that "there is no longer any question that hundreds of priests have died of AIDS and that many bishops were aware of their plights."

Mixed Response

The new study has sparked further controversy surrounding the relationship between priests, who are required to be celibate, and AIDS (Thomas, Kansas City Star, 11/4).

An op-ed to the Star by Rev. Patrick Rush, the vicar general of the Catholic Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph, states that the paper's conclusions "are not consistent with the experience of our local diocese: not the death rate, not the silence and not the denial." He added, "The Star's continued reporting on the subject of priests with AIDS sadly misses the point. Any death from HIV/AIDS is a tragedy. ... It is a problem for us all" (Rush, Kansas City Star, 11/6).

But advocates cite the report as evidence that the Catholic Church needs to further address the issue.

Eugene Kennedy, former priest and biographer of the late Cardinal Joseph Bernardin of Chicago, said, "The fact that you have priests having very active sexual lives, that you have priests contracting HIV and dying of AIDS and that they have refused to come to terms with this and tend to deny it, I don't see how you look at this and not say that these are symptoms of an unresolved sexual problem within the church."

Sister Mary Ann Walsh, spokesperson for the Conference of Bishops, said the church "had been active in dealing with the AIDS issue and that seminary formation programs today are doing a better job of educating priests about sexuality issues."

Examples of recent efforts to address sexual issues and AIDS within the church include:

The National Federation of Priests' Councils is "updating" a 93-page document about AIDS. It now provides direction on how dioceses and religious orders should "deal with" HIV-positive priests and whether priest candidates should be tested for HIV.

The National Conference of Catholic Bishops, originally one of the study's "harshest critics," is endorsing a "major study" to look at problems priests face in their first five years after ordination. Dean Hoge, the study's principal investigator, said that the topics of sexuality and celibacy will be addressed.

The Church of England revealed this year that at least 25% of its priests had died of AIDS-related illnesses, and in September mandated that all Anglican bishops in southern Africa undergo HIV testing.

Root of the Problem

Through interviews with priests, AIDS experts, doctors, psychologists and educators, the Star found a general consensus that more education and communication is needed to curb the "tragedy of priests dying of AIDS."

Rev. Thomas Reese, editor of America magazine, a national Jesuit publication, cited the biggest issue as the "silence surrounding ... gay priests." Reese said, "The silence highlights a tension in a church that defines homosexuality as 'intrinsically disordered' but relies on many gay men to celebrate the sacraments and carry out the work of the church."

Jon Fuller, a Jesuit priest and Boston physician who specializes in AIDS, lamented the fact that the Vatican discourages open discussions on sexuality, considers homosexual relations a sin and opposes "modern practice" of safe sex.

However, the church has not entirely ignored the AIDS epidemic and has served as a "major provider of AIDS services" in San Francisco, according to the Rev. Jim Mitulski, co-pastor of Metropolitan Community Church of San Francisco, a "predominantly gay congregation." Mitulski said, "It's compassion that comes with a price tag. ... The irony is, here's this institution that does have a heart for sick people, but at the same time, it's fostering a climate where HIV continues to be spread" (Kansas City Star, 11/4).

Simple is always better

2010-10-30T12:31:00.000-07:00

Dressing up means making sure you always look classic because that will always be timeless.

Lanvin For H&M

2010-10-29T06:54:00.000-07:00

H&M's next designer collaboration will be with Lanvin on collections of womenswear and menswear hitting stores November 23, the chain announced overnight in a press release. Alber Elbaz will design the ladies' collection while Lucas Ossendrijver will design the men's. Elbaz said in May that he hadn't considered doing a fast-fashion collection, and last year said of mass-market collaborations: "I have a problem to do a collection that is a secondary line. I mean, you don't want to be the stepsister. You want to be Cinderella. Show me one girl who wants to be the stepsister."

www.DMITRYNY.com

2010-10-28T16:28:00.000-07:00

"a tie without color is like a man without a soul."

Style Gaga

2010-10-28T09:12:00.000-07:00

Crazy, stylish, and unique, Style Gaga

Dressing Sharp for Black Tie Affair

2010-10-28T03:55:00.001-07:00

Marc Jacobs Gets Naked With Louis Viutton

2010-10-27T17:59:00.000-07:00

In the January issue of Harper’s Bazaar Magazine, you will find Marc Jacobs’ all-naked spread. It’s a publicity ad for his collaboration with Stephen Sprouse and their limited edition graffiti design.

The two first collaborated in 2001. Then new line, will have Speedys in rose motifs (Sprouse’s signature) coincides with Sprouse’s book release in February.

Marc Jacob says, “I tried to take what Stephen had done at Vuitton and then kind of flip it in my head, and make it Vuitton’s work for Stephen, not Stephen’s work for Vuitton.”

Stunning in San Francisco!

2010-10-27T17:47:00.000-07:00

First Lady Michelle Obama was in San Francisco last Monday night at a fundraiser for the Democratic National Committee. She was joined by House speaker Nancy Pelosi and Dr. Jill Biden. Mrs. Obama selected earrings from the Cage Collection by Mary Esses. The earrings feature large vivid green amethysts of 69 carats, set in a nest of 18k white gold and accented by diamonds. They were the perfect compliment to the Mauve leopard burn-out velvet dress from Thakoon.
The First Lady is fast becoming an avid fan of Mary’s designs, often turning to her to accent her look at many note-worthy events and appearances. This marks the fourth occasion that Mrs. Obama has worn jewelry from Mary Esses. www.maryesses.com
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Does this make you look?

2010-10-27T06:53:00.000-07:00

So, sex is always used to advertise most of the products that we use in our daily lives. But drugs? Do you think it's pushing a bit much?

Your Grandpa Never Wore His Tie Like This

2010-10-26T13:50:00.000-07:00

Take a classic piece of accessory like a men's tie and give it a twist. Slim jeans, slim shirt, and tuck in that tie!

Italian Chic

2010-10-26T12:22:00.000-07:00

A man looks good and stylish only when he doesn't really try.

Sex always sells

2010-10-26T10:47:00.000-07:00

As much as we are afraid to express our sexuality for some reason sex is always used to sell products and services. No one pushes the buttons like Tom Ford for his men's line and cologne.

Unretouched Photos Of Madonna’s D&G Ad Campaign

2010-10-26T08:48:00.000-07:00

Someone must really have a thing for Madonna; this is the fourth time unretouched images of her have leaked — this year! This time, the images are from the Queen of Pop’s recent ad campaign for Dolce & Gabbana, and while the differences pre- and post-production are certainly startling, we can’t help but wish the design duo had gone with the originals.

Yes, Madonna has wrinkles, veins, and muscles for which she’s worked long and hard — and all of those things are what make her so fabulous. If they’re going to choose to hire a 52-year-old icon, mother, and super star, they should show her as she is — otherwise, what’s the point?

And additionally, there’s something so wonderfully light, vulnerable, and refreshing about these pre-production images. Now that’s an ad campaign that would have made us stop and stare.

HERMES belt is always classic and stylish

2010-10-26T07:25:00.000-07:00

Via Roma, Genova

Yes, most of the men in downtown Genova look this sharp. Even with a motorcycle helmet and CHIPS shades, he’s still got you beat. This Hermes belt is crazy expensive and everyone is wearing them. Just shows you how versatile the belt is. Dress it up with a beautiful navy suit, or rock it with a pair of torn jeans.

Dolce & Gabbana Underwear

2010-10-26T07:15:00.000-07:00

Listen up men. If you want to turn your lady on, or your guy, D&G underwear will help you do that. Great quality, and lots of attention.

Top 10 Reasons Why Men Cheat

2010-10-25T18:58:00.000-07:00

1. Because they can …
This is possibly the hardest one to understand, but when men are offered sex, they are likely to take up the offer. Research suggests that this is because they are less used to be propositioned and so are more likely to feel flattered and wanted.

2. It boosts his ego …
Men in long term relationships tend to feel less attractive to the opposite sex, so when a woman pays attention, he will allow her to stroke his ego some more. The thrill of the chase leads to a massive ego boost when he finally sleeps with her.

3. You grow apart …
You stop taking an interest in golf or playstation games, and he finds somebody else who does. He'll then want to see if they are compatible in the bedroom, too…

4. He has fallen out of love …
He may just be staying for the kids, or for financial reasons, or because he doesn't want to hurt you, so he'll seek love elsewhere. To him, this is win-win.

5. You argue a lot …
He will become less and less happy at home, and will go elsewhere to be comforted.

6. Your sex life has died …
Whether you've stopped making an effort or you're just no longer interested, if your sex life is suffering chances are he will play away.

7. It's exciting …
If your life has got boring, he will probably be bored. This is the reason men cheat with people they think are less attractive then their partner. The new woman will be more attentive, and make more of an effort, and he won't be able to say no.

8. To see if he can …
If his friends get away with it, or his parents did, he may just want to see if he can too

9. If you've let him in the past …
It's true, once he has done it once and been forgiven, he won't think twice about doing it again.

10. If you did it to him …
Whether you actually have or he just suspects you to, he will feel hurt and upset and most of the time he will want revenge, whether it's in the form of a barmaid or his ex-girlfriend.

World’s Most Expensive Condoms

2010-10-25T17:57:00.000-07:00

This time Sagami Rubber Industries, the first condom manufacturer in Japan and Okamoto's archrival, is introducing a luxury brand of condom "Sagami Original 0.02 Premium". According to Sagami it would be the thinnest and most expensive condom in the world.

The high-end condoms "Sagami Original 0.02 Premium" is a new addition to the popular "Sagami Original 0.02" brand polyurethane condoms, which achieved toughness (three times higher bursting pressure and two times higher tensile strength than normal latex condoms) and thinness (world's thinnest 0.02mm) at the same time. "Premium" gained even more softness and flexibility than its predecessors.

Comes in gorgeous black and gold packages.

Released on Feb. 14th, 2009, at the price of 2100 yen (approx. 23 USD, including tax) for a 4pcs box. Admittedly it is quite expensive, more than five dollars a shot, but it might be a good idea for lovebirds to enjoy the extravagance on special occasions like Valentine's Day, to make up for the cut in expensive gifts and dinners due to the state of economy these days.

Speedos or Board Shorts?

2010-10-25T14:50:00.000-07:00

Men with confidence wear speedos. Men without confidence wear board shorts.

LnA Tees

2010-10-25T13:34:00.001-07:00

If you are in shape and like wearing T'shirts, LnA is the brand for you. They are a little pricy compare to other brands out there but very worth it. Available for men and women, great quality and wears very well.

When in Sorrento, please visit La Torre

2010-10-25T13:02:00.000-07:00

On my last trip, I was invited to eat at La Torre. I have to say, I never ate such amazing food before.

Ristorante La Torre
Santa Maria Annunziata, Massa Lubrense, Campania, Italy

Food concept: Traditional.

Wine: Everything produced by Feudi di San Gregorio. The owner of the winery is a frequent customer of "La Torre".

Service: Efficient and friendly. All members of the family serve.

Clientele: Italians. There was no tourist in sight!

Location and ambience: In the small village of Santa Maria Annunziata, in Massa Lubrense.

Chef/Owner: The Chef is Maria, who chats with the customers when she is not busy in the kitchen. Maria's husband Tonino, is managing the service.

My Pick of Top 3 Colognes for Men

2010-10-25T08:42:00.000-07:00

1. Terre D'Hermes by Hermes
2 Silver Mountain Water by Creed
3. Baie de Genievre by Creed