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Watch Giorgio Armani’s National Face Designer Francisco Zacarias explain the label’s Summer 2011 beauty look. Zacarias says the Armani summer face is all about nude lips and bold eyes, and for those scorching summer days he introduces us to two newly launched beauty innovations that beat the heat and avoid make-up meltdowns.

Laphroaig Neat

In honor of dear old Dad, we are featuring a pure enjoyment to celebrate him. Laphroaig, a strongly flavored, single malt Scotch, has been produced for over 200 years on the Isle of Islay and is the only one to carry the Royal Warrant of the Prince of Wales.  True to its 200-year-old roots, it is crafted in the preferred barrles of the 18th century, known as quarter casks.  The smoky aroma will intrigue from the moment you open the bottle.

It should be enjoyed without the encumbrances of ice, measuring jigger, etc. Pour directly from the bottle into the glass.

Here’s a toast to Dad on his day and his weekend. Cheers!

Some men need convincing to start a grooming regimen, but after seeing the results, there’s no turning back.

I couldn’t wait to share these photos of Theodora & Callum from their Resort collection.

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Tom Ford Autumn/Winter 2011

Tom Ford has finally lifted the code of secrecy around his Autumn/Winter 2011 collection, which was shown only to retailers and editors under strict embargo in February. Watch the video on TomFord.com

When it comes to jewelry, it’s typically all about the ladies, but when Neiman Marcus buyers caught a glimpse of gem-groundbreaker Luis Morais’ pieces they were charmed. The Brazilian-born, Miami-based jewelry designer fell into the bracelet business, you could say, on the whim of a wristlet. After eyeing a coveted trinket in a glossy that he could not live without, Morais decided to take matters into his hands and create his own version. He had a knack, as it turned out, and as he kept going, design motifs quickly emerged. Soon South Beach stores were picking up on the Luis Morais bracelet buzz.

Honor your dad, this Sunday, with a stylish surprise.  Whether his look is casual, creative or classic, our guide is your tool for success.

For someone who doesn’t have a design background and isn’t trained in pattern making, Nick Friedberg, founder of NSF Clothing, is doing something right. He’s captured a generation of guys whose casual aesthetic is constantly drawn to softer fabrics, reinterpreted classics, and new shapes that still maintain their masculinity.  With a new Japanese denim line underway (designed by Simon Miller) and plans to tackle the world of women’s wear, Friedberg fills us in on the future of NSF, his connection to Van Halen, and why the Beach Boys will be supplying the soundtrack to his California summer.

In the 1940’s, a new line of swimwear started to appear on dudes who spent much of their time beachside, when surf culture was in its initial inception. Form-fitting, brightly colored and artfully proportioned, Sundek became instantly recognizable by its blazing sun logo, later translated into the mission: “chase the sun.” In 1958, Italy-based Sundek began to focus its attention on the California coasts and islands of Hawaii and developed a legion of dedicated loyalists. Styles have changed slightly. They currently emulate Eighties prototypes, becoming highly influential in the general trend toward shorter swim trunks. NMdaily spoke with Agostino Magni, CEO of Kickoff USA, Sundek’s parent company.

Chantecaille Future Skin

All good makeup application begins with a great foundation, and no one understands this better than Sylvie Chantecaille. As the original creator of Prescriptives, the first brand to formulate custom-blend foundation to match every range of skin tone, she understands better than anyone what makes a great foundation, and she has applied it to Chantecaille.

Future Skin by Chantecaille is the Rolls Royce of foundations.  The oil-free gel is composed of 60 percent positively charged water that absorbs moisture from the environment to hydrate the skin all day, Future Skin comes in 13 different shades for three different undertones.

It is also loaded with natural botanicals—including aloe, camomile and arnica—that work to calm irritation and soothe sensitive skin. Rosemary, green tea and rice bran boost immunity and help fight oxidation.