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Though he may be approaching 50 years old, Rocky Patel shows no signs of aging and certainly no signs of slowing down. Rocky's slow, steady and deliberate growth of his cigar empire are what has allowed him to not only survive the "cigar boom" of the 1990's but to catapult his company to a whole new level in the 2000's becoming one of the world's best selling premium cigars as well as he becoming one of the world's most recognized cigar personalities.

Michael Bastain, designer of his eponymous menswear label known for preppy Americana-inspired clothing, will be designing a womenswear line in partnership with Sweden sportswear brand Gant.

I have the best dermatologist. There is nothing he cannot fix, heal, or solve. When Dr. Stuart Kaplan speaks, I listen and so should you. The topic is sunscreen and his take on the Environmental Working Group’s 2010 Annual Report. The truth is that only eight percent of the products on the market have been awarded the green light by EWG, which are only 39 of 500 beach and sport sunscreens on the market for this season. Pretty scary if you ask me. Here are some other frightening facts:

On June 11th the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa kicks off, and every soccer or football—as the Europeans say—fanatic around the world will be tuning in to watch their favorite team battle it out for the prestigious and coveted FIFA World Cup Trophy.

Missoni, who, until last April 2009 licensed its children’s wear collection to French manufacturer Children Worldwide Fashion, is bringing the line in-house.

Black Dog Gelato is one of the most allusive treats in Chicago. You hunt it down at fine establishments all across the city. Well kiddos, rejoice because the search is over. After years of begging and pleading, Black Dog is finally opening a Brick and Mortar store in June. They will be taking over the former Piccolo Cafe space at 859 North Damen in the UK Village. As one of their former clients, it won’t be much of a stretch for Oloroso to get her sorbet and gelato fan base built up.

Aaah college. The time when fresh-faced, eager young graduates, full of vigor and zealousness to start their careers and hit the fast track to CEO-dom emerge into society. Let’s all take a minute to reflect on what to give these future entrepreneurs to help shape their bright futures and set them on the right path to success. What to get the young adult who has everything?

Since his departure from Nina Ricci many have pondered the fate of Olivier Theyskens. The Belgium-born designer helmed the French design house from 2006 through 2009, when he showed his final collection for the label.

Watch collectors either love or hate designs from Franc Vila. No other watch has a face that loosely resembles a cobra head—set into a case that looks like an egg sitting on its side. The reptilian look is furthered by the segmented scale style of the rubber strap (a separate crocodile strap is also included).

Custom Line, a division of the Ferretti Group, unveiled plans for its new flagship, a 124, just last summer. The first of the series hit the water on May 26—after the traditional breaking of the bubbly across the bow, of course.

This weekend was the first look and opening weekend of Epic Sky, the new rooftop bar upon already smash hit Epic. With a South Beachy slash Vegas pool feel, you can sufficiently escape from the stressful chaos of city living. Between the views and cabanas, this is sure to be the new hotspot to grab a cool drink this summer.

Being a child of the ‘80s, one of my fondest memories besides slap bracelets, tamagotchi, pogs, and big hair was jelly shoes. Luckily for us, following in the footsteps of humble predecessors neon, leggings and leg warmers, they’re the next old trend making a big comeback.