My Yahoo account has recently been compromised after I logged into the HTC Friend Stream App on my Android device to view my Flickr stream. Today it has been reported that many people on my contact list have received unsolicited “work at home” scam emails from my yahoo account. I advise you all to ignore these emails as they did not come from me. I will never send out any unsolicited email via my yahoo account.

As it turns out, when looking at my Yahoo login history, there were two mobile logins from Brazil and Morocco around the same time that the unsolicited emails started going out. I also had many of the same emails in the Yahoo drafts. – Upon discovering this, I immediately revoked access to all apps, changed my account password and removed my contact list from Yahoo.

Clearly the HTC apps aren’t secure, and backing up my contacts to Yahoo wasn’t a good idea. – I sincerely apologize to all who have received such unsolicited email and ask that you please ignore/delete any mail from the davidventer87 Yahoo account. I repeat: I will never personally send out anything from my Yahoo email account, ever. I only use the davidventer.net domain.

I also urge HTC Android users to avoid using the Friend Stream app for logging into Twitter, Facebook and Flickr – It is not secure; your entire contact list will be compromised.

Many thanks to those who questioned and approached me about the emails because I NEVER checked my Yahoo account for any activity other than the occasional Flickr login.

PLEASE IGNORE ALL EMAIL COMING FROM
MY DAVIDVENTER87 YAHOO ACCOUNT!

HUGO BOSS TV presents the complete 15 minutes of the HUGO Fashion Fall/Winter 2012 in Berlin.

Louis Vuitton | Fall Winter 2012/2013 Menswear | Full Fashion Show

Thierry Mugler | Fall Winter 2012/2013 Menswear Collection

It’s funny how I always get the urge to write when I’m really tired. Perhaps this is a good way to overcome writers-block and actually finish my novel, who knows? Writing in over-tired zombie mode could either be really creative and imaginative or it could be a total disaster. There’s only one way to find out, but I’ll leave that for another day. Right now I just want to share some recent news with you.

In all honesty, not much has changed since my last personal blog update. I’m still a hermit, still single and still working on what I’ve been working on. I have however, made an important decision that should drastically improve my life over the coming months…

Remember how I blogged about why I chose to live a virtual life? Well, after much deliberation I’ve finally come to realize that by living a virtual life I was actually wasting my life. Since becoming addicted to Second Life back in 2007, I’ve never thought that I’d actually see the day where I’d say ‘enough, it’s over.’ But that day has come. For far too long I have invested far too much time, energy and money into virtual living that would’ve taken me to great success in the real world, if only I hadn’t waste it all on fake pixel stuffs.

The virtual world that had first seemed to be a modern matrix-like safe haven of imagination and creative freedom has degraded my life down to the point where I’ve become a hermit, never leaving the house unless I absolutely have to, afraid to deal with real people, not having any friends in the nearby physical world, giving up my real world business to focus only on my virtual life, spending thousands of dollars on virtual goods instead of real clothes and electronics, and thinking that it’s all OK, that it’s normal. Maybe I just took things to the extreme? Maybe there are people who can balance living in both the virtual and the real world without hassle? Either way, I’ve woken up and realized that it was destroying me. It is time to put an end to the madness, time to unplug, time to wake up to reality and to take control of my life, my REAL life.

My premium membership will only expire in a few months so I’ll still be logging on from time to time to catch up with friends and to cash out or give any virtual currency. I’ve got nothing against those who still love and live in Second Life but, it’s not for me and I have to move on to things that can bring real joy. I can understand the great value of living a virtual life if you’re disabled or suffering from serious health issues but for me I see no point in living a virtual life. I’m young, healthy and talented with my whole life in front of me. Throwing away physical awesomeness for a pixel perfect virtual life is really just a waste. Second Life is a fun game or virtual art installation that I could log into from time to time but that’s about it. To live a virtual life as if it were my own is unnatural. I have woken up to reality and this is where I choose to stay.

Getting out of this ditch that I’ve “virtually” lived myself into is going to take some time. I’ll have to start getting used to dealing with real people again, going out to real clubs and hanging out with real friends, although this shouldn’t be too difficult, right? It’s only been a couple of yours since I’ve had any such interaction (apart from the occasional shopping and dining-out with my family and boyfriend).  I guess you’ll have to stay tuned to follow me as I quest to find my way back to reality (LOL?). – On the contrary, maybe I’m pulling this way out of proportion? Either way I know that I’ve had enough of the fake pixel bullshit and I want REAL awesomeness. Goodbye virtual life.

KeeMo feat. Cosmo Klein — Beautiful Lie (Official Video)

A PLAY ON FABRIC

“This is a value Giorgio Armani has always held on to with determination and consistency.”

“To this end, this season’s Giorgio Armani collection for men reinterprets the classic patterns of men’s fabrics with a touch of irony, emphasising volume, for example tweed, in a range of dolomite-inspired colours, like incredibly light blues and cyan blues, with dots of rust red and oxidized brown.”

“This ‘dolomite’ look is also expressed in the hermetically-sealed zippers on the shirts and matching waistcoats, their minimalism giving a simple, clean cut appearance.”

“It is a look that reappears in the velvet and wide-ribbed corduroy trousers, as well as in the cashmere sweaters that feature prints on light backgrounds for a strong, pleasing contrast.”

“The iconic double-breasted coat is in knitted wool. The fitted, shorter jackets with deconstructed shoulders are matched with 4-dart pants.
The collection demonstrates the new armani silhouette, featuring stretch fabrics throughout, emphasising the concept of elasticity and comfort.”

[ Source: Armani.com ]

A MODERN PORTRAIT

“ZZegna style is redefined with the arrival of Paul Surridge. With a contemporary and focused vision, the designer has developed a portrait in which many will identify themselves as it captures the brave and determined spirit of many young men, ready to affirm themselves in a complex, connected, always evolving reality.”

“Surridge is like a contemporary photographer, whose lens progressively focuses on his protagonists to create intriguing variations. A subtle and savvy work that capitalizes on the brand’s vast textile and tailoring tradition to create apparel with a rigorous and essential practicality, able to express status with flashes of technological eccentricity.”

“The main colors are simple, consistent with a collection that is designed to last:
navy blue, charcoal, ebony, khaki, burgundy. Within these deep tones explode brilliant graphic effects of electric blue, sapphire, red-orange, and emerald, often highlighted by a lively play on contrasts.”

“The choice of fabrics, patterns and construction of the garments creates a strong masculine silhouette with softly tailored jackets with precise shoulders that elongate the silhouette and slim pants. The focus is on the upper torso – as a true portrait requires – to frame and emphasize the face. The waistline inches up and the lapels of the jackets with up to 4 buttons become more important, as do the narrow-cut double-breasted jackets inspired by the 20′s. It’s a smart classic, electrified by unexpected elements – nylon hoods, inserts in techno jersey and 3D mesh — in exclusive fabrics such as tweeds, lambs-wool, stretch wool and exceptionally full-bodied mohair. Linear coats with a military touch and large internal pockets — fundamental for today’s must-have wireless devices – complete the formal attire.”

“The need for integrity that underpins the entire collection gains an even stronger appeal in the outerwear. The garments are iconic: coats, car coats, raincoats, parkas, decidedly innovated with intersecting technological materials and accents in rubber and copper. Sturdy fabrics and leathers combined with clean cuts deliver garments with protective volumes, suitable to face today’s fast paced urban lifestyle.”

“Accessories are essential for the new ZZegna man, almost tools of the trade to make life easier, day by day in constant evolution. He chooses shoes with a design that combines elegance and comfort — the thick-soled derby with 3D mesh lining, or the ankle boot with rainproof zipper. He appreciates the set of bags that are extremely practical, such as hold-all bags in coated materials featuring rubber zips or for a more aggressive look, black calf calfskin with copper accents. Completing the series, iPad and computer bags are today’s indispensable travel and adventure companions for all young men in pursuit of lifelong achievements and global style.”

[ Source: zegna.com ]

Body hair is so disgusting…

Don’t tell anybody I told you this! You’re such a whore and I love it!

Thanks Ty for sharing! xoxo

Versace | Fall Winter 2012/2013 by Donatella Versace

Gucci Menswear Fall 2012/13 Full Fashion Show

Calvin Klein Menswear Fall 2012/13 Full Fashion Show

Bottega Veneta Menswear Fall 2012/13 Full Fashion Show

Prada Menswear Fall 2012/13 Full Fashion Show

The funniest commercial ever…

It’s funny because it’s true. Thanks Chris for sharing

“A collection that could be defined as being all about the interior world of the wearer.”

“The austere expression of deep, conceptual sentiments, revealing the essence of a style that is pure to its very roots. Having surpassed the synthetic brilliance of nylon and the ease of sportswear, only the compact opaqueness of wool remains.”

“The depths of black, ebony-brown, anthracite and smoke-grey are occasionally emphasized by an unexpected contrasting white cloth lining. The duffle coat is back, this time with Emporio Armani proportions (the length is 125cm). Pea coats in triple-overlapping cloth have a generous shape, while the deconstructed jackets are more long-line. The shirts show an extraordinary attention to detail, with a touch of flannel, or other contrasting cloth, at the neck and wrists. Softest sheepskin and magnificent double leather make up generous garments with a hidden double-breasted closure. The unusual tone-on-tone digital print suggests the veining of a tree trunk, adding imperceptible vibrations of colour to dark velvets.”

“A collection of essential colours and garments, reflecting a discipline of thought and conduct. The severity is accentuated by the clean lines of the bags, briefcases and striking, large, rigid berets.”

[Source: Armani ]

Roberto Cavalli Menswear Fall 2012/13 Full Fashion Show

Burberry | Fall Winter 2012/2013 by Christopher Bailey

I am absolutely in love with this collection. Stay tuned for upcoming posts showcasing my favorite looks from the Milan fashion week. xoxo

Dolce & Gabbana | Fall Winter 2012/2013
by Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana