We've got some catching up to do.

Good evening ya'll. I must say, its been too long.  Red wine in hand, I have to toast the New Year, new things, and...

Hello PGA season.

Last update was Halloween, sorry we missed the New Year ya'll, but lets be honest we've all been busy.

Quick catch up:
Thanksgiving- yeah, we all ate too much, I know. B and I started a tradition last year to not actually eat a turkey dinner on this Holiday. Held true this year, we both dinned elsewhere. I must say Bern's Steakhouse in Tampa, truly grateful for your steak and wine selection. Delectable. It was up there with the previous years Sushi and Sake. Wonder what next year will being?
Also, our reminder that Christmas is right around the corner. Time to start thinking of those New Year resolutions...

December brought some exciting things. 1) I was lucky to work the PNC Father/Son challenge along side legendary golfers and their talented sons/grandsons/daughters. 2) I surprised my family in the snowy north. To make this short and sweet, I convinced my brothers and parents that I had to work Christmas and the New Year (like I had done the year prior, but my family was kind enough to join me in the sunshine state). Two days before the surprise, my older brother wanted to come down to surprise for the New Year. Problem, I think so, I broke the news to him. I had kept it from him for 2 months. TWO MONTHS. 12 hours later I received a text message from my twin, "Justin spilled the beans". Really. All I needed was my brothers to keep the secret for one more day. Luckily, the secret was kept, I made it to my brothers door step on the evening of Christmas Eve. I got just the reaction I had imagined for two months, a warm embrace and tears. Merry Christmas.

Happy New Year, hope everyone was safe. Made good decisions, and rang in the year with love, friends, and happiness.

Dustin Johnson won the first tournament of the season. Mahalo.

Other tournaments occurred, nothing overly worth noting. Yeah, TW put some scores together, but I must say Phil Mickelson's win was much more exciting.
Some of the most shocking things that have occurred this season for the PGA tour would have to be all the players switching endorsements! By far the worst decisions would have to be: Webb Simpson from Polo to Izod, or maybe Watney leaving Hugo Boss. Really Rory, you'd prefer Nike over Titleist? The list goes on, but we'll elaborate a little later. This certainly takes me to the next big event of January.

I can't neglect Orlando's influx of golf nerds for the PGA show. Always an exciting time of year, rounding up the passionate and the knowledgeable to appreciate the unveiling of this seasons designs and equipment. Obviously, the fashion excites me. I had the pleasure of meeting some incredible people, one of them being Ralph Dunning. I got to listen to his run down for his line this year, the inspiration, and the drive to design exceptional pieces with performance and functionality. If only women were so lucky to have a designer create fashion and function. (cough cough, c'mon someone needs to step up to the plate!)

Probably the most monumental event: I turned 25. (I've constantly been reminded I'm now closer to 30 than 20...) Did I mention I joined the world of cyber dating? Thats a whole other can of worms.

That pretty much brings us to present, I think I hit the high points.

I say this with the utmost hope that B and I can follow through. We want to make time for this blog. This is our chance to share with you the exciting world of two adventurous girls that have an upbeat, humorous outlook on life. You know what, I need to highlight something really special, B ran her first 5K! Props. She kicked of this year in a healthy direction, hopefully that will inspire us all to lace up our shoes and hit the pavement.
Back to the basics ya'll, time management.
Find time for yourself (and for us of course).

Lets talk soon,
G

GIFT GUIDE FOR GUYS.

so we're almost down to the single digits til the holidays are in full swing...
I dont know about you, but I certainly haven't finished my christmas shopping, let alone saved enough to buy everything for everyone... So it looks like I'll be gifting smart this year!
I was in a couple creative conversations with some gentleman that are stuck on what to get their "ladies"
The funny thing is that they didn't have a problem figuring out what to give, it was more a problem of giving the right gift from their ever so demanding wish list. Ladies, piece of advice, be grateful for whatever your man gets you. Seriously.
Are you really going to complain if your man went through all this trouble of actually getting you the michael kors camo bag and it's not the one you wanted... (sorry that was a gift my coworkers girlfriend wanted and it came to mind)
(im genuinely concerned because the girl wanted a camo bag... that's very destiny's child of you...)
 can't you atleast be grateful?
What about all those who don't have a man to share the holidays with... Just think about it.

Alright, rant done, on to the good stuff.
How to gift smart.
Ladies its our turn to give back.
For the Men (easy gifts for brothers, boyfriends, and fathers. Any man on that list.)

Quick Stocking Stuffers

(for all ages)

Chanel Allure. Tom Ford. Burberry Brit.

A variety of scents, for an array of ages.

UNDER $50

  

row 1: Jcrew mens 49. UO tee 24. Levis 58. 

row 2: UO tee 24. HugoBoss 25. UO mug 18.

row 3: Jcrew 12. UO 39. Jcrew 18.

UNDER $100

row 1: Jcrew 88. Tommy Bahama 98. Jcrew 69.

row 2: Peter Millar 95. Jcrew 98. JLindeberg 85.

row 3: Adidas 60. William Rast 95. TopMan 32.

That Special Someone. PRICELESS.

row 1: Timex 150. Hugo Boss 245. Hugo Boss 125.

row 2: Persol 225. Kicking Mules 335. JLindeberg 175.

row 3: Aquascutum 170. Victronix 595. Aquascutum 185.

A special thanks to those designers who created apparel and accessories for the modern man. Majority of these items are ageless (minus the UrbanOutfitters pieces...) Plenty of thought goes into designing pieces that are flexible and easily integrated into the customers wardrobe while creating something new and fresh! I'm excited for the new year and the new designs. Also, thanks for trendygolfer for making shopping easier for the individual who is interested in fashionable golf apparel instead of weeding through the pitiful designs that don't flatter everyone. Please enjoy this help, and let it inspire you to shop for that someone special and give them a gift that really matters!

Hump Day: International golf stud Martin Kaymer

Last night, as I headed to bed, I turned on my tv at 11:30, forgetting that Family Guy had just ended... problem, no. Solution, channel surfing. I got tired of the constant replay of Sandusky issues on ESPN, so I surfed some more. (Golf channel could've been an option, but late night informercials weren't appealing... and despite my rambling about late night tv guide...) I came across Under the Tuscan Sun, and thought to myself how I want to see the world- what better way of looking at the world then admiring International men.

This weeks feature: MARTIN KAYMER

We love his simple, classy, and understated wardrobe week in and week out.

Yes it may have been a while since last seeing Martin Kaymer as the number one player in the world, but please remember how good he looks in Hugo Boss. 

Much like Kaymer's golf game, there is no need for wild fashion choices like Ian Poulter.

So not only edging out Poulter in the golf world, he has a PGA Championship under his belt.

We're glad he has left his loose fitting Lacoste polos for the clean, tailored look of Hugo Boss.

His solid performance against Luke Donald at the WGC-Matchplay was his step into the style spotlight. We were thoroughly entertained watching Hugo Boss and RLX polo duke it out for the championship. Who could go wrong with a blue vneck sweater and an original print buff by Capt. Vaughn Cochran. Though he didn't win, he won in style. Where can one attain such staple neck wear? Easy, a local sporting goods store... The buff is used for protection from UV rays and keeping you warm- Kaymer wore it because European futbol players were sporting them. 

Now, onto the present. This past weekend, was something to celebrate. Another victory in the books, at the WGC-HSBC Champions tournament played at Sheshan International GC. Recording a 29 on his back nine the final day, and posting a tournament total -20, secured him the win with a 3 shot victory over Fredrick Jacobson. A week of fashion focus, Kaymer rocked sleek silhouettes all the way to the winners circle. Sporting one of our personal favorites, a navy blue half zip with the cherished fashion logo. Sunday's outfit was traditional, simple lines, toned colors, and flawless fit. 

No one ever said fashion had to be complicated. 

Kaymer's easy swag and natural style is the epitome of such a definition. 

Being that next week is the Presidents Cup in Australia, we're going to have a really special International feature, on a really special someone.

(inspiration brought to you by late nate movie viewing on Oxygen. Featuring Diane Lane in Under the Tuscan Sun.)

G&B