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Justin Timberlake certainly knows business. The former boy-bander has grown from a teenage heartthrob into a multimillion dollar business mogul over the past decade. The mega-talented singer/songwriter is also a respected music producer, film actor, and restaurateur. To add to his impressive career resume, JT also boasts the title of luxury fashion designer, thanks to his popular denim-based clothing line, William Rast.

Supercar enthusiasts the world over were given cause to smile last week when Porsche A.G.’s supervisory board approved production development of the 918 Spyder, a mid/rear-engine concept car featuring hybrid technology that debuted at the Geneva Motor Show last March.

There is nothing better than a crispy, juicy, red, cold piece of succulent watermelon. Although you can buy them year round, nothing excites me more then scoring a big one on a hot summer morning, at my local farmer’s market. I take my time knocking on each and every one making sure that my perfect choice has just the right hollow sound.

Triple digit temperatures mean only one thing: It's August in Dallas, and it's ice cream season. But don't restrict yourself with only one kind of cool treat...ice cream comes in many forms. Melt away the heat with these delectable sweets.

We like our brunches here in Dallas, which is why we have the luxury of being picky when it comes to deciding where to have that crucial Sunday cocktail. When I heard J Black's Feel Good Lounge was adding a brunch menu to their repertoire, I was intrigued. When I learned this included a Bloody Mary bar, I cleared my schedule for the weekend.

Bearing a rich-green hull, Sea Owl slowly made her way from one of Burger Boat Company’s build sheds and into the waters of Lake Michigan in July. The 142-footer was commissioned by an American family that has previous cruising experience, aboard yachts bearing the same name. However, this Sea Owl represents their largest yacht to date. In fact, the prior Sea Owl, built in 1999 (and which they’re presently selling, for $10.5 million), measures 124 feet.

It seems as though summer has crept by, with fall quickly approaching us. As most style editors will tell you, September marks new beginnings: wardrobe reinventions, new trends, and, overall, a fresh outlook on personal aesthetic. While new apparel and Fashion Week previews may be the first thing that comes to mind, it’s important to expand into other territories, as well—namely, home décor.

It’s official: Chelsea Clinton and Marc Mezvinsky were married on Saturday night at Astor Courts Estates in Rhinebeck, N.Y.

Reminiscent of a matador’s showmanship as he makes passes at a raging bull with panache and precision, wines from Toro embody the same characteristics of a matador as it produces massive, powerful wines intended to subdue any individual with its intense aromas, profound flavors and fleshy mouth feel.

Whether you're an early riser or more of a brunch person, everyone has their opinion on the most important meal of the day. You also know that where you eat is just as vital as what, which is why Dallas has plenty of great places to get your engine started. Feel free to make more than one of these restaurants a morning destination--you don't want to eat all your eggs in one basket.

Two worlds apart no longer, Italian-based Kartell is keeping consumers sitting at the feet of haute collaborations from renowned fashion houses, most recently: Moschino and Etro, keeping it in the Italian family. Already having produced style-laden armchairs with Dolce & Gabbana and Missoni, Kartell’s latest versions have been touched by Philippe Starck and Piero Lissoni, each intrepid in their own rights. Sit up and take notice as legendary names in fashion and interior decorating marry in a vow to exquisite design.

Amazon has announced the release of their third generation Kindle models. The new design improves the product by reducing the size by 20 percent and the weight by15, while still maintaining the 6-inch reading screen. Amazon has also improved the text-to-screen contrast by 50 percent. With enhanced battery life, a single charge (with Wi-Fi disabled) can last you up to one month of use.