New Year New You: Photo Shoot 2017

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Blazer & Pants: ETRO Shirt: Brooks Brothers Shoes: Ferragamo Eyewear: Warby Parker

As the new year unfolds, many of us focus on a "new you." For me, this meant a fashionado upgrade. It was time to switch it up a bit with new looks, different styles. I took a more sophisticated approach to my personal style and image so in some of the photos I'm wearing Etro, one of my favorite design labels. Etro does pattern like no one else can and their fit is perfection! And because [I think] I'm a cool 50 year old, I couldn't resist and had to stage a few shots that showcased my ink. You can be dapper yet still be edgy. 

One of the best photographers in Atlanta also happens to be one of my best friends... Tomas Espinoza. We've been working together for a long time. Tomas is a perfectionist as am I, so we're a great match. I was able to pull him away from his busy shooting schedule at HGTV and as a freelance photographer to spend half-a- day with me! I'll be replacing some of the fashionado banner images with these. Thanks Tomas!

Suit: ETRO

Shirt: Helmut Lang Pants: Kit & Ace Boots: FRYE

Blazer & Pants: ETRO Shirt: Brooks Brothers Shoes: Ferragamo Pocket Square: Nordstrom Eyewear: Warby Parker

Suit: ETRO T-shirt: Hugo Boss Shoes: Gucci

Shirt: Helmut Lang Pants: Kit & Ace Boots: FRYE Ink: Malia Reynolds/Memorial Tattoo

E. Vincent Martinez

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{Save The Date} for the 9th Annual DOGGIES ON THE CATWALK

Mark your calendars because Doggies on the Catwalk returns to The Shops Buckhead Atlanta on Saturday June 4th. The events begins at 7PM with cocktails with the fashion show at 8:30PM. Monica Pearson will once again emcee and our models have already been working hard supporting Canine Assistants. Please support their fundraising efforts by visiting their page(s) and buying tickets or making a donation. Our models this are: Jason & Andrea Moattar, Toni Moceri, Jenna Muller, Rebecca Walden, Patti Dickey, Raquel Souza, Tracye Hutchins, Richie Arpino, Jacqueline Byrum, Christine Pullara, Steve Hightower, Doug Weiss, Faven Ressom, Mary Kathryn Wells and Holly Firfer. These generous and philanthropic people will be sporting looks from brands such as Alice + Olivia, Theory, Les Copains, Akris, Christian Louboutin and more! They'll be modeling with service dogs from Canine Assistants - a litter of puppies were born recently and will be making their debut at the show!!

Le Bilboquet will host VIP with front row seating/tables. To purchase those tickets, call Le Bilboquet directly at 404-869-9944.

About the Doggies on the Catwalk photo! 

We shot this at "the farm" - Canine Assistants in Milton, Ga. It was a chilly 45 degrees, but our super model Rachel Zehner didn't even shiver! Brandi Mallory did the make-up and kept Rachel looking fresh all morning long. Grace Murphy, Theo Tyson and Lindsay Klein kept "things" moving. The gorgeous dress and shoes are from Alice + Olivia. They are from their Spring/Summer collection and will be available in stores soon. I partnered once again with the talented Tomas Espinoza for the photography. He, Grace and I walked the acres of property to scope out the perfect location. Oh and what about our doggie model?! A natural, wouldn't you say!

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Doggies on the Catwalk June 13th, 2015

MODELS: Wolfgang, APRA; Mason, Caliber; Emme, Click

The 8th Annual Doggies on the Catwalk is two months away and we can't wait! This is one of several ads, shot by Tomas Espinoza, that we'll be unveiling between now and showtime! Buckhead Atlanta and the Atlanta Pet Rescue & Adoption, APRA, you guys ready to strike a pose?

Tickets are now on sale and we have a team of fabulous models, many their first time in Doggies on the Catwalk, that are so excited to be a part of this event and are ready to support APRA.

Join me on June 13th for the best doggone event in town!

PS. Please LIKE Doggies on the Catwalk on FB! 

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Looks of Summer OOTD

E. Vincent Martinez by Tomas Espinoza Photography

Photo by Tomas Espinoza Photography

Summer is hot but you don't have to be. No one loves dressing in layers more than I do but the sweltering southern heat will have you melting faster than MacArthur's Park. Keep it cool this summer. Like this...

A light chambray, short sleeve shirt, with just a hint of Western from H&M, does the trick and shows off the ink. Keeping my wallet cool, the slacks are from H&M too. Try color for a stylish twist. Everyone likes a good POP. The white shoes (with navy stitching) by Cole Haan add a clean, crisp flair to my look. And guys, loafers, while they're always in style, are really on trend this summer. So slip into a pair. NO socks! The bag is Etro and the shades, Dolce & Gabbana. 

All photos by Tomas Espinoza Photography.

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News Anchor turns Super Model for a Day

Look at what happens when you take the anchor away from the desk and she steps into the fashion closet. WSBTV Senior Anchor, Jovita Moore and I played dress up earlier this year.

Our closet: Jeffrey Atlanta;

Our playground: W Hotel Midtown. That's pretty fabulous already, huh?! Jovita was a fantastic model, a professional all the way around and together with a great team of photographers, hair & make-up artists and assistants, an amazing day of all things style occurred.

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Jovita looked relaxed yet chic in a Michael Kors zebra print poncho and linen pant. The shoes: peep toe cork sandals by Prada.

Jovita is totally glam in a Giambattista Valli chiffon gown. Shoes Prada. W Midtown Whiskey Park.

Dries van Noten blouse and printed wrap coat. Piazza Sempione pant and bronze Manolo Blahnik watersnake heels. This was one of my favorite looks on Jovita. A perfect modern pairing with the setting.

Girls just want to have fun in a Dries van Noten blouse and Jason Wu ostrich feathered skirt. The shoes are a hot pink Prada.

Classy and classic in a Giambattista Valli black beaded sleeveless dress. Love the red lip.

After the shoot, Jovita dashed off to the station and delivered the evening news - glamorously in fashion hair and make-up. 

*Big thanks to Don Purcell at Jeffrey Atlanta. Hair/Makeup: Tymeka McNeal, Zavia Ross. Photos: Tomas Espinoza.

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Bathed in Louboutin @ Bergdorf Goodman

The brightly lit storefront windows cast a designer glow that bathed pedestrians in red while walking past 

Bergdorf Goodman

. From a distance, the light enticed me, drawing me in. From up close, Bergdorf delivered a 20 year commemorative of

Christian Louboutin

. The window displays were visually compelling, layered thick with content, neon lights, glitter, sex and innuendo. And of course, shoes! [photo gallery]

*All photos by Tomas Espinoza / tespinozaphoto.com

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