There’s a host of new companies sprouting up in the LA scene, the progressive movement is happening before our eyes in every field of human endeavor.  A  few notable:

+YOTOWN: from the creators of Barackthevote, officially launched May 15th (visit website)

+THE ADDICTED CULTURE: Co-Founded by my good friend, business colleague, and partner in progress — Mr. Taj Tashombe. Inspired by the compulsive pursuit of life’s passions. Created in Los Angeles, the clothing line was spawned from the lifestyle and culture of the city (visit website)

Memorial Day Weekend Event Lineup:

+Thursday night: Bait & Switch - an L.A. Party/Mixer with a twist! (view facebook invite)

+Friday night: Plei LA | Cheryl’s Bday Bash (view facebook invite)

+Saturday: The Kings of Summer present: 1st Beach Party & Bonfire of the Summer (view facebook invite)

+Saturday night: Politix do.what.u.do (view facebook invite)

+Sunday: UCLA JazzReggae Festival 2009 // LAPN+CLIMB Booth will be present (visit website)

+Sunday night: BLANC | The Original Memorial Day White Party (view facebook invite)

+Save the Date: Urban Professional Networking Mixer | Thursday May 28th (view flyer)

Now. Don’t say I didn’t tell you. And don’t say I don’t put on for my city. And don’t say I don’t put on for my community. The summer is upon us, it’s about to get very active around these parts…in every field of human endeavor.

Cheers to the city of Los Angeles!

The Los Angeles Urban League Young Professionals (LAULYP) are “back”, relaunched. Tuesday January 27th (flyer shown below), LAULYP invites all local young professionals out to a kickoff meeting to introduce the new gameplan and administration: a NEW year, a NEW President, a NEW LAULYP!

After graduating from Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University (FAMU) and returning to Los Angeles, as a native of the city, I was compelled to dig in, serve the community, and make a name for Ken Billups. With that said, I joined LAULYP to connect with other young professionals aiming to not only seek out opportunity for self, but also serve the community. Over the years, I have partnered and maintained a relationship with LAULYP: the George Thompson administration, Justin Sanders administration, Felton Newell administration, and now the newly appointed President, [CLIMB Board of Director] Taj Tashombe.

[click here to learn more about Taj Tashombe]

This is certainly good news for the city of Los Angeles and I encourage any/all young professionals to get involved in their local community. As a necessary piece in the urban community, we applaud the efforts of resurgence and action. Let’s continue to support Taj Tashombe and the LAULYPs by getting involved and spreading the word. I’ll see you at the meeting…

A NEW year, a NEW President, a NEW LAULYP!

Special Guest Speaker
Dr Anthony Maddox
Chief of Staff, Los Angeles Urban League

Meet your new Board Members:

Taj Tashombe, President
Johanne Vaval, Vice President
Rashida Purifoy, Secretary
Daniel Prince, Treasurer
Cory Wynn, Marketing and Public Relations Chairperson
Michelle Merriweather, Community Service and Programs Chairperson

Don’t sit on the sidelines…Answer the Call to SERVE…

Be a part of the MOVEMENT!

Join for a limited time for $40 (annual membership)
That’s the 20% “we are in a reccession” discount

Mix and Mingle with members, old and new, immediately following the General Body Meeting!

Seven
555 7th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90013

Mr. Kaleb Carter // Compliments of Contrast

A classic plaid blazer provides the focal direction and tasteful artistry of Mr. Carter’s attire. Attention to detail with thoughtful color / pattern compliments orchestrate a harmonious presentation.

Guide to Style - classic blazer with a notched lapel, silk pocket square, spread collar dress shirt (to compliment the bow tie)

Mr. Olu Davis // The Royal Ascot

An ascot tie, or ascot, traditionally made of pale gray patterned silk, displayed here in modern form. Highlighted with a distinctive window paned pattern and rich fuchsia color.  Mr. Davis expands the sophistication of his attire with the resurging peaked lapel of his stone colored blazer.

Guide to Style - Ascot, rich color pallet,  optimal separation of silk pocket square contrast –similar to Ascot but not uniform (no pane)

Mr. Reginald Jackson III (right) // Top Coated

A strikingly rich cashmere blended top coat immediately yokes curiosities of the distinguished Mr. Jackson.  The pen striped 3 button suit, with high gorge (depth of suit jacket that extends downward on the chest) affords the suit the visibility need while wearing the top coat.  subtle exploration of color integration attract  suit, tie, and shirt base.

Guide to Style - Top coat (rich cashmere blend), high gorge (on 3 button suit), subtle color exploration (with black as dominate color base)

Mr. Damien Carter // Camel & Cashmere

Well done.  Camel is not a color and cashmere is not a fabric for armatures to emulate.  This combination deserves the finest representation allowable.  Mr. Damien properly coordinated his attire with “the” camel & cashmere blazer, contrasted V-neck sweater, and oakwood neck tie.  His pocket square extracted the accent color of the neck tie allowing a seamless color transition throughout the wardrobe.

Guide to Style - Classic pieces, blaze & vest (contrast), well folded pocket square.

Style critiques presented by: Taj Tashombe  |  Impresario - lifestyle, music, pop culture

About Taj:

His ideals can be encompassed with the personal mantra & branding philosophy of:

envision | create | live

Through the onset of visualization, the creation and development of ideas, coupled with the power to utilize and live them, Taj has developed a formula that incorporates the ideal recipe for a tastemaking entrepreneur.  A lifestyle publication, fashion line, and music production company fall under his umbrella. www.tajtashombe.com

Photography by Nick Collins » www.nphocusphotography.com

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