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Men of Color: Fashion, History, Fundamentals

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After reading and reading and reading Lloyd Boston's book "Men of Color: Fashion, Historyi, Fundamentals", I can honestly say that I LOVE THIS BOOK! It is a source of reference to me when I buy gifts for the special men in my life or when they are unsure of how to buy for themselves. It is a conversation piece with all who enter my home. We reminisce about the pictures and ooh and ahh over beauty held within the pictures. My favorite interview is when Mr. Boston speaks with Jesse Jackson on youth culture and fashion. Thanks to Mr.Boston for the picture of Tyson Beckford and the other fine men!

Men of Color is an extraordinary acknowledgement of the fashion standards set by Black Men in this century. If you appreciate the value of books that celebrates the African American Man, then you'll love the work LLoyd Boston put into this beautiful book. The Fashions are avant grade.In every aspect of life the influence of fashion trends and style unique to our culture is powerfully presented.

The History makes for heart warming reflections. The photographs are absolutely to die for, Matthew Jordan Smith really works magic in capturing the true essence of the male mystic.

Fundamentals makes for valuable information for everybody. If you use it as shopping guide for gifts or simply to establish a style guide line for wardrobe choices Men of Color is a necessity.

The interviews provide the reader keen insights on style preferences from our favorite personalities. The entire book cover to cover is Magnificent...

Every "Sister" knows there is nothing more majestic than the sight of a well groomed and well dressed Black Man. His presence is powerful without him uttering a single word. It just dosen't get any "FINER" than that...

I salute LLOYD BOSTON for this dynamic tribute that celebrates our legacy and MEN OF COLOR all around the world

This book is NOT a fashion book as the understated subtitle suggests. Instead, I am looking at a GALLERY of fine Black men throughout the ages with their "fashions" being very secondary.

This book is filled with WONDERFUL color and black and white photos of Black men -- famous and unknown, past and present. This book is monumentally political for it demonstrates why the Black man is loved, hated, feared, hunted, and reverenced throughout the world! This book is a job well-done.

I thought the book was excellent. It artfully combines historical content with practical advice that any African American male can use. I always thought it took a lot of money to look great. But using this book as a guide definitely helped.

This book is simply amazing. I received the book as a gift from my fiancee and have treasured this book ever since. First, the photographs are amazing, pleasant, and necessary reminders of the way stylish men of color have shaped style and fashion over the years. Second, there is the instructional aspect of the book that covers matters outside of clothing and which I can't say enough about. After reading the section of the book that dealt with hair and skin care, I was motivated to go buy shaving soap and shaving brush and dispense with the shaving gel. Thanks to Lloyd Boston and this book I have had the best shaving experiences of my life. I can't say how necessary this book is for the many black men who go through the drama of ingrown facial hair. I have less drama than most in that department, but I have still seen a remarkable improvement in my skin, as would any man after following the book's advice. The book even arms you with the necessary vocabulary to navigate your way around a men's shop with ease. There is even instructions on how to do the perfect shoe shine! And as Lloyd Boston points out, well-shined shoes are the best complement to any wardrobe. So,to sum up this book, it is NECESSARY! It is necessary for any stylish man and any man who strives to be so. It is more than worth the money.

Men of color, a book that captivates the fashion of men of color throughout modern history. A "must see" for anyone who enjoys the fasion of men of color.

I thought this book was exciting! It lit up the best & some of the worst male fashions from the past century. The interviews & photos make this a great coffee-table book.

The author has presented an excellent idea in a colorful, picture studded, volume that includes interviews with some of the world's most handsome and best dressed black men. Presenting black male fashion and style through pictures and words, while simultaneously tutoring the reader on appropriate tailoring, this item deserves a place on the bookshelf of any person interested in capturing the richness of the African American experience ... or any reader wanting to examine an honest overview of one facet of American fashion. One of a kind ... and superbly done.

THIS GREAT COMPULATION OF STYLE AND THE AFRO AMERICAN MAN IS DEFFINATELY A BREATH OF FRESH AIR. IT IS IMPARATIVE THAT THE WORLD REMEMBERS US AS THE INOVATORS IN FASHION AND IN HISTORY. THANK YOU FOR SHARING WITH US YOUR TREMENDOUS SINCE OF STYLE AND ALL THE VALUABLE HISTORY ABOUT "MEN OF COLOR" MICHAEL NEWELL MENSWEAR DESIGNER / CHICAGO, ILL.

This book says it all. I brought it when it was first released and must admit that I pull it out on the minimum a few times a year. For me, it is the perfect illustration of the pride men of color have taken in there clothing through time. Overall great book and I'm glad to have it as a part of my collection