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Paul Newman, May He Rest In Peace. 1925-2008. We Will Miss You.



Legendary film star, philanthropist, devoted husband, passionate car racer and worldwide sex symbol Paul Newman has died after a long battle with cancer.

Hollywood legend Paul Newman has died after a battle with cancer. He was 83. The star of such films as Cat On A Hot Tin Roof, The Hustler, The Color Of Money, Road To Perdition and many more over a career spanning 50 years, was surrounded by members of his family at the time of his death.

Newman was nominated for ten Oscars over the years, winning three, the first for the 1986 film The Color Of Money, directed by Martin Scorsese.

Newman acted in 60 films in all, appearing in some with his wife, Joanne Woodward, like The Long Hot Summer and Paris Blues. He worked alongside legends like Alfred Hitchcock, Robert Altman, Robert Redford, Elizabeth Taylor, Lauren Bacall and Tom Hanks. He even provided his voice for the 2006 Pixar movie Cars, which turned out to be his last role.



Famed for his philanthropy as well as his acting, Mr. Newman was married to Oscar-winning actress Joanne Woodward for more than 50 years.



Too see more wonderful photos and the original wedding announcement for Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward, go here.

He also had successful side careers as an auto racing driver and creator of a line of food products, Newman's Own,** that bore his name and face on their labels.




The "Newman's Own Foundation," took profits from that company and sponsored numerous charitable organisations. Newman also founded his "Hole in the Wall" Camps, which provided fun summer breaks for children around the world suffering from life-threatening illnesses.



Above: In addition to being a great actor, his passion was racing. He was still racing cars, even at age 80.

"His love was his family and friends. And his heart and soul were dedicated to helping make the world a better place for all," Robert Forrester, vice-chairman of the Newman's Own Foundation, said in a statement.

Former taoiseach Albert Reynolds paid tribute to the actor today, describing him as "an inspirational character". Mr. Reynolds met Mr. Newman when the actor was looking for an Irish home for his Barretstown Gang charity. "It was Albert Reynolds who brought Paul Newman to Ballymore Eustace, where he found the estate to be enchanting and an ideal location for his children's charity," a spokesman for Mr Reynolds said.

Mr. Newman was born in a Cleveland suburb on January 26th, 1925, and was a Navy radio man in the Pacific during World War Two. Afterward, he went to Kenyon College in Ohio on a football scholarship but took up acting after being cut from the team because of a bar-room brawl.

After his father's death, Mr. Newman helped run the family sporting goods store before heading to the Yale Drama School.

He ended up in New York, finding bit parts in TV and a Broadway role in Picnic in 1953. His first major movie role was portraying boxer Rocky Graziano in Somebody Up There Likes Me .


The above video is by Youtube user ItsCourtenayMmkay

His loss will affect the entire world and he will most certainly never be forgotten.

**Newman's Own®, Inc., founded on a lark by Paul Newman and his buddy A.E. Hotchner in 1982, is now a leading premium food company that offers more than 150 varieties of delicious all-natural food and beverage products. Based in Westport, CT, the charitable mission of Newman's Own is expressed in its Company motto: "Shameless exploitation in pursuit of the Common Good." Paul Newman and the Newman's Own Foundation donate all profits and royalties after taxes for educational and charitable purposes. Paul Newman and the Newman's Own Foundation have given more than $250 million to thousands of charities worldwide.

Debonair's Top 10 Best Dressed Ad Icons. Plus One More.




John W. DeFeo wrote this humorous article for Debonair magazine. It highlights the top 10 Best Dressed Advertising Icons of all time. I thoroughly enjoyed it and bet you will too. But I did put in my personal choice for #1 at the end of this article. Read on.

Sometimes advertising takes on a life of it's own. The Kool Aid Man, The California Raisins, The Energizer Rabbit – all have become indispensable parts of American pop culture. But lovable as many brand mascots are, most don't know a thing about fashion (we're looking at you Spuds McKenzie).

We at Debonair decided to assemble a Best Dressed list that honors the most stylish offspring of Madison Avenue.

Presenting the Top 10 Best Dressed Advertising Icons (plus my own pick):

#10. Count Chocula

Count Vladimir Elysius von Chocula is unquestionably the sharpest dresser among his Monster Cereal brethren – Franken Berry, Boo Berry, and Yummy Mummy. Unveiled to public in the early seventies by General Mills, CC always keeps things simple with a brown suit and cape. Even more impressive, the Count has even found away to adapt his look into swimwear.

#9. Mr. Clean

(aka Maestro Limpio) is the original badass of adland. Born in Chicago, and sporting an earring since 1957 – this guy is all about attitude. With a perfect body and golden tan, he needs nothing more than a plain white tee to seduce lonely housewives the world over.

#8. The Jolly Green Giant

Green living is all the rage these days, and the Jolly Green Giant has been practicing adaptive reuse for the last 60 years. His signature leafy toga is the essence of conservation. And if you have a problem with his style, he might decide to crush your town and eat your family.

#7. Mickey Mouse

Meet the world's first unassuming billionaire. With a market value of $61 Billion, this modest mouse doesn't even bother to throw on a suit – instead opting for slacks and a sport coat. Yet notice the carefully matched bow tie and button. Classic.

#6. Mr. Peanut

In advertising, you don`t change what works. And so, Mr. Peanut has sported the same threads for the last century. In 2006, Kraft Foods gave the public an opportunity to accessorize Mr. P. The public said no thanks, proving that a top hat, cane, and monocle remain the best way to compliment great nuts.

#5. The 'Burger' King

The King is all boutz da bling. Fur-lined robe, gold chains, crown – The King is street regal. In fact, all that gold may lead to the silver screen. Rumors are still circulating of a BK movie deal.

#4. Cap'n Crunch

Any man that wears coattails and epaulets to breakfast must love fashion. You might think of the Cap'n as uptight and militaristic, but make no mistake, the guy is a Phreak. In 1971, the Cap`n distributed phone-hijacking whistles to the general public. Take that establishment!

#3. Quaker Oats Man

Don't let the friendly hat and white scarf fool you, this Quaker is no puritan. Sadistic, yet fashionable - he fed radioactive oatmeal to over 100 young boys in the 40s and 50s. But he was always so quiet…

#2. Joe Camel

Joe was forced into early retirement in 1997, but his smooth legacy lives on. Whether dressed in a tuxedo or Member`s Only jacket, JC always looked the part. Happy retirement Joe!

#1. (A Tie!) Monopoly Man and Pinaud Clubman

This is a case of “who wore it best”. The Monopoly Man has the benefit of appearing in full color, but stands at 3'4”. The Pinaud Clubman, though perfectly proportioned, is a bit monochromatic. And worse yet, French.

Now, how any of the above could beat out the mysteriously sight-challenged "Man In the Hathaway Shirt" for the best dressed ad icon, I have no idea.

My Personal Choice for #1: The Man In The Hathaway Shirt



For those of you who don't know, Ogilvy & Mather's famous artistocratic, mustachioed eye-patched gentleman, Russian Baron George Wrangell, served as the pitchman for Maine's Hathway shirts, in both print and television ads beginning in 1951 and made Hathaway one of David Ogilvy's most famous ad campaigns of all time. Despite his being human, he is considered a classic ad icon. And an impeccably attired one at that.

Yoo by Starck: Dwell95, New Fab Apartments On Wall Street




The success of Yoo's first ever rental project was cemented with the launch of the show apartment in New York on 15th September. The project has already proven popular, with over 50 percent of the apartments rented since leasing commenced in late spring.





Dwell95, the first Yoo by Starck-designed rental property in the world, will offer everything from studios to lofts, as well as spacious one and two-bedroom residences.




The 'Classic' Apartment interior (click images to enlarge):





The bathroom in the 'Classic' model (click to enlarge):




The 'Nature' apartment interior (click images to enlarge):





The bathroom in the 'Nature' model (click to enlarge):




Dwell95 offers the luxurious amenities of a full-service hotel with the comforts of home, including a 24-hour concierge service and doorman; valet services; on-site parking; a fitness center including the Kinesis program, a state-of-the-art strength training system and a complimentary daily breakfast. An indoor/outdoor lounge highlights Yoo by Starck's signature style; an opulent mix of playfulness and seduction.



The indoor lounge (shown above) features an elegant fireplace, while the outside lounge (shown below) is beautifully landscaped with intimate seating areas.



The fitness center:



Located at 95 Wall Street, New York, NY 10005:



For information on renting at Dwell95, click here. Or if you have a potential rental project contact Yoo at: +44 (0)207 009 0100 or info@yoo.com.

What Does Yoo Do?:
YOO turn properties that are under-rated, forgotten or unloved into homes and other spaces that design-conscious people find irresistible.

Our co-founders are the internationally celebrated designer Philippe Starck and the developer John Hitchcox, whom a British newspaper called 'the Miuccia Prada of the property industry', adding, 'He knows how we want to live before we do.'

Who is Yoo?
In case you haven't heard, the YOO design team includes the biggest names in design. Purchase a yoo inspired by Starck home or invest in pod living by Jade Jagger for yoo, and you know you're getting a valuable original.

The same is true of designs by the in-house YOO design team, which includes some of the most talented and imaginative designers you've probably never heard of. As with all our design services, YOO's own designs come in a selection of luxurious palettes for x-factor with ease.

Today YOO are in more than 20 cities worldwide from Leeds to Miami.

For up-to-date availability or for more information on investment property, please email call our sales team on +44 (0)207 009 4690 or email at sales@yoofirst.com.

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8 Pretty Places In Which To Put Those Coins : Modern Piggy banks


Modern & Beautiful Places To Put Your Coins

If you're not gonna spend it, at least put it in something cool.
There's no longer an excuse for keeping pennies in a ... gasp... jar!
Here are 8 shiny pretty places in which to put those coins.
Click on each image for more info and to purchase.

See more of my over 39 Modern & Beautiful Places To Put Your Coins list at ThisNext.

Pink Modern Classics From DWR For Auction In Support Of Breast Cancer




Design Within Reach has partnered with Emeco, Fritz Hansen, Herman Miller®, Knoll® and Spinneybeck® Leather to auction on ebay five special-edition, fully licensed classic chairs, with all proceeds going to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure foundation.

The classic modern items are being offered in limited edition "pink" versions on ebay and the auctions end in just over 8 days from the time of this post. Go here to start bidding.

The items are as follows:


Designed by Philippe Starck for Emeco.
White powdercoat with a pink Spinneybeck Riva leather seat pad. Courtesy of Emeco and Spinneyback Leather. (Retail: $825)



Designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen.
Upholstered in pink Tonus wool. Courtesy of Fritz Hansen. (Retail: $3,045)



Designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller.
Upholstered in pink Spinneybeck Espana leather. Courtesy of Herman Miller and Spinneyback Leather. (Retail: $1,999)

Designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll.
White base with a pink Spinneybeck Riva leather seat pad. Courtesy of Knoll and Spinneyback Leather. (Retail: $1,014)



Designed by Marcel Breuer for Knoll.
Constructed with pink Spinneybeck Belting leather. Courtesy of Knoll and Spinneyback Leather. (Retail: $1,824)

Start your bidding on ebay here.


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