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in Men's Vogue
by
Dan Neil, May 2008
What may be the "finest automobile in history," the Bugatti Veyron -- which goes from zero to 253 mph in less than a minute -- is the House of Bugatti's chance at reclaiming old glory. Unfortunately, the Veyron has only 180 buyers for its 300 cars, which price out at around $2 million each, forcing Bugatti to offer "special edition" versions with extras like calfskin upholstery. The ultra-extravagant Veyron is impressive -- 12 radiators, 16 cylinders, aerodynamic enhancements, and more -- but it's not exactly practical. After all, at top speed, the tires melt in 15 minutes. Neil's article offers a fun, if largely unattainable, dream.
Posted 9:54, 2 May 2008
This abstract was written by
Sarah Davis
and edited by Brijit.
in Men's Vogue
by
Hudson Morgan, May 2008
In the world of the "big image" design, where designers have to keep a vision while remaining au courant and salable, Philippe Starck is an intriguing mix. Even as he juggles 300 projects, including the redesign of the Sahara Casino and Richard Branson's spaceport, he keeps time for romance and leisure, staying down-to-earth about the talent that has brought him clients like François Mitterrand and Virgin's CEO. He is newly married as well, and his enthusiasm and lust for life definitely contribute to his astounding imagination and work ethic. Morgan's amusing profile easily captures Starck's personality, verve, and love of creation.
Posted 9:45, 2 May 2008
This abstract was written by
Laura Sorensen
and edited by Brijit.
in Men's Vogue
by
Kelly Devine Thomas, May 2008
Calling the complex and unregulated art industry "a highbrow version of the subprime mortgage crisis," Thomas engagingly looks at the fall of art dealer Lawrence Salander as a precursor to other crises in the industry. Salander is facing bankruptcy as well as charges of fraud, embezzlement, larceny, and theft for acquiring art and selling it without reporting the sales, in some cases selling the same piece to multiple people. As a result, his Masterpieces of Art exhibition, which could have helped settle debts, has been confiscated, with multiple people claiming ownership of its works. Thomas offers a brief look at a dense issue.
Posted 9:34, 2 May 2008
This abstract was written by
Sarah Davis
and edited by Brijit.
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arts,
in Men's Vogue
by
Lawrence Osborne, April 2008
Short and entertaining, this piece chronicles Osborne's venture into the world of fasting, in which he traveled to a small, private spa on the Thai island of Koh Samui. Osborne spent his days detoxing on pineapple juice and clay, undergoing colemas (self-administered colonic irrigation), and enjoying saunas and massages. He describes his drastic weight loss (16 pounds in seven days) with some wonder and note of sarcasm -- "I had become ascetic, and the ascetic always feel superior to ordinary mortals." Osborne relates with some hilarity how he fell victim to white-bread sandwiches with cucumbers and processed cheese before he even left the Samui airport.
Posted 3:26, 9 April 2008
This abstract was written by
Karen Cosgrave
and edited by Brijit.
in Men's Vogue
by
Dan Neil, April 2008
Jeff Gordon is everything many Nascar fans hate: lives in New York, wants to drive a hybrid car, not a fan of country music. But he's also the winningest driver the premier series has ever seen. Although Gordon has had difficulty winning fans in the tradition-laden sport, he says he's finally embracing his divisive image. And as Nascar expands and becomes more corporate -- Winston Cup (cigarettes) to Sprint Cup (cellphones) -- the author portrays Gordon as an embodiment of how the sport has evolved in the last decade. Neil paints the classic conflict of rural and urban in an intriguing light -- for Nascar neophytes and fans alike.
Posted 5:31, 4 April 2008
This abstract was written by
aaron knoll
and edited by Brijit.
in Men's Vogue
by
Hudson Morgan, April 2008
Morgan whitens his teeth even though his dentist tells him that celebrity grins are airbrushed white, and the writer himself admits that it's just a fad. He quickly learns that preserving that radiant smile (and the compliments that come with it) costs him many things he loves: red wine, coffee, and other dark foods -- and even taco day at the office cafeteria. While Morgan doesn't go anywhere shocking with the story, he does offer some witty wordplay about being "dental damned."
Posted 10:13, 4 April 2008
This abstract was written by
aaron knoll
and edited by Brijit.
in Men's Vogue
by
William Finnegan, April 2008
Novak Djokovic, ranked as the third-best men's tennis player in the world, was born and raised in war-torn Serbia. Despite not having access to training facilities in his country, he's become something of a national hero -- thanks to the sacrifices of his parents. Finnegan delivers a satisfying profile of Djokovic's quirky personality and tennis prowess, capturing everything from his YouTube imitations of top-ranked Roger Federer to his actual defeat of Federer on the court. No mere puff piece about tennis, it's a compelling story about rising above a childhood marred by violence.
Posted 4:23, 3 April 2008
This abstract was written by
aaron knoll
and edited by Brijit.
in Men's Vogue
by
Seth Mnookin, April 2008
With 13 years in the majors, Alex Rodriguez is an 11-time all-star and perennial offensive leader. His career, however, has been turbulent at best. A reputation for choking in important moments, as well as his preferences for Frank Sinatra and art history, set him apart from his teammates. Last year, A-Rod finally seemed to gain positive press, only to have his reputation destroyed by the announcement that he was leaving the New York Yankees. His personal and professional struggles, including a string of failed father-figures, have led Rodriguez to take charge of his own destiny, including a return to New York. Mnookin pens a surprisingly intimate look at a private man.
Posted 3:27, 3 April 2008
This abstract was written by
Sarah Davis
and edited by Brijit.
in Men's Vogue
by
Tom Vanderbilt, April 2008
Vanderbilt recalls his masculinity-testing drive through the streets of Brooklyn in a 106-inch metallic-blue Smart ForTwo Passion Coupe. Despite its postage-stamp size and general cuteness (the "auto equivalent of owning a puppy") the Smart seemed to elicit goodwill from other drivers and easily out-maneuvered other vehicles. In a culture where masculinity is defined by size and speed, Vanderbilt's breezy article looks at the appeal of the Smart car and shows that bigger is not necessarily better.
Posted 11:06, 3 April 2008
This abstract was written by
Sarah Davis
and edited by Brijit.
in Men's Vogue
by
Ned Martel, April 2008
Martel looks at the career of ABC anchorman David Muir, who is "finding new ways to paint the big picture." In addition to manning the Good Morning America news desk, Muir traverses the country covering the campaign season, relying on multivitamins, Starbucks, and bottled water to keep him going in a profession that thrives on unpredictability. Unlike most of his colleagues, who were assigned to particular candidates long ago, Muir visits all the contenders, working to make the news more personal and relatable to the audience. But with characterizations of him as "fearless," this short day-in-the-life piece barely surpasses the cliché.
Posted 10:55, 3 April 2008
This abstract was written by
Sarah Davis
and edited by Brijit.