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The Red Ribbon is synonymous with HIV/AIDS and World AIDS Day. In honor of this, we have found the hottest products in the hue that shows solidarity with those living with HIV/AIDS.

Each year on December 1, people all over the world come out to share their stories of loss, love, and triumph, as we remember those who have passed with candlelight vigils, and celebrate life for those who are living with this disease.

Many of us will be wearing red ribbons, but we can further enhance our style statement with these red hot products.
Be bold in your sartorial choices and your support and commitment to finding a cure.

I’m not exactly sure if it’s just me, or is it that every man I see around town is carrying a man bag or some type of shoulder bag? Sometimes it’s difficult to determine whether they are straight or gay. Gone are the days when men only carried a briefcase or gym bag!

Society is constantly changing and fashion is very quick at reflecting this, designers such as Adidas, Louis Vuitton, Bottega Veneta, Gucci, Marc Jacobs, and a slew of others have taken notice and grossed millions of dollars as a result of the uptake of the ‘Murse’.

Adidas originals
color block bag, $55
www.adidas.com

Hot Topics canvas/nylon
messenger, $45
www.hottopics.com

3 Bottega Veneta Celeste light
calf leather navy messenger bag, $2700
www.bottegaveneta.com

Banana Republic
blue Messenger, $98
www.bananarepublic.gap.com

Gucci white canvas with green,
red signature tote, $690
www.gucci.com

Louis Vuitton Portes
Documents Voyage, $3750
www.louisvuitton.com





With the demands of our work schedule, traveling, and the abundance of technology, modern society has therefore created a need for men to carry bags, fashion has made that demand stylish! Most men now, no matter their sexual preference or age accept the man bag as a necessary fashion accessory.

Here are a few helpful hints when searching for that perfect ‘European man satchel’:

• Go for a style that suits your personality.
• Don’t stuff or overfill your bag. It could destroy the leather or material.
  
• Think of the functionality. There’s no point in having all those clasps, embroideries, and buckles every where if they don’t do any thing, leave that to the girls!
  
• Make sure the bag has enough compartments to suit your needs. Don’t be afraid to spend a little extra for a good quality bag, it will prove a sound investment.
  
• Go for a neutral color such as black, tan or navy if you intend on owning one bag.

Eric Christian is a style
consultant. He can be reached
at Eric@StyleConcierge
Miami.com