High Stakes Poker Night

What to Wear
The Carpe World Club Shirt: For a night of high stakes gambling it’s important to dress the part. The World Club Shirt is crisp and refined without looking overdone.
Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille: Tobacco Vanille, from the Tom Ford Private Blend smells like pipe tobacco--in the best way. Described by Tom Ford Beauty as “a modern take on an old world men’s club”, the cologne mixes scents of tobacco leaf, tonka bean, tobacco flower, vanilla, cocoa, dried fruit and sweetwood sap.

What to Smoke
His Majesty's Reserve: If you’re wearing Tobacco Vanille, you may as well heighten the experience with a first-rate cigar. The His Majesty’s Reserve cigar is made with premium tobacco and is infused with Louis XIII Cognac.

What to Play With
Vargas Playing Cards: For a real gentlemen’s club feel, Vargas playing cards are a great option. The cards, featuring the famous Alberto Vargas pinups of the 1940’s, are a throwback to timeless glamour.

Carpé Featured in Window of Bill Hallman Boutique

If you’re in the Atlanta area and looking for Carpé product, stop by the Bill Hallman boutique in the Virginia Highlands. The boutique carries an extensive selection of the Carpé spring collection including graphic tees, oxfords, polos, rugbys, and shorts. Also, be sure to come by the store on Thursday, April 30th at 7 p.m. for the Carpé spring launch event.
The Bill Hallman boutique has been open for 14 years and has become a staple for fashionable Atlantans. The boutique which carries both men’s and women’s designs reflects perfectly the aesthetic of the clothes; classic, yet undeniably modern.
Bill Hallman boutiques are located in the Virginia Highlands and in Little Five Points. The store is open from 12 pm -8 pm Monday through Tuesday, 11 am to 9 pm on Wednesday and Thursday, 11 am to 10 pm on Friday and Saturday and 12 pm to 7 pm on Sundays. For more information on the store check out the Bill Hallman website at http://www.billhallman.com/ and be sure to come see us on the 30th!

Item We Love: Barker Black Loafers

Barker Black, named after a 19th century British regiment, was originally founded in 1880. The shoes, which are made from French and Italian Calf, are made from scratch. The Barker Black Wolfe Loafer, featured here is made of mahogany leather, and silvertone bit detail. We love these shoes because of their sophisticated aesthetic and edgy undertones. While the shoes appear refined, if you look closely you’ll notice the metal crossbones detail on the strap. Paired with the Carpé Legend Shirt, this ensemble gives an otherwise classic look a distinctly modern twist.

Spring Launch Event

Carpé is proud to launch its new Spring/Summer 2009 collection at Bill Hallman’s North Highland store. The April 30th launch event will include a trunk show, a designer meet and greet, and the unveiling of the new Carpé installment which will be featured exclusively at Bill Hallman boutiques. The event will be held from 7pm to 10pm. Immediately following the Bill Hallman event, an after party will be held at the Whiskey Park at the W Hotel in Midtown Atlanta. The after party event will feature sounds from Dj Smiles and Greg Mike. For more information visit our website at www.carpeusa.com.

The French Laundry

The Carpe & Co sport shirt, seen here in a true red and white bengal stripe, features a button down collar, and a nice wash for a worn look and comfortable feel. It's quite versatile; whether out on the deck enjoying a Cuban cigar or on the 18th hole putting for dough, this style shields you from a strong sea breeze but breathes well in a heat wave. It also looks great lounging pool side, unbuttoned casually, or out to dinner at THE FRENCH LAUNDRY in Napa Valley Cali, with the girl and her folks enjoying some of the finest foie gras en terrine this side of the Mississippi. The Maine Lobster, flown in daily, is equally as palatable.

Sports: Harvard-Yale Regatta

The annual boating race dates back to 1852 and is the oldest collegiate athletic competition in the United States. Carpé Rugbys like the Sailing Co. Polo would be a great look if you’re planning on attending a piece of history this year in New London, Connecticut.

Scent We Love

CREED’s Original Vetiver fresh, natural scent is great for spring and summer and is a perfect addition while you’re out sporting the Campus Legend Jersey.






We've been playing a ton of golf since the weather’s warmed up over here at Carpé.
Our golf course pick of the week is: Pine Valley Golf Course, in Pine Valley. Take a little time off, enjoy the warmer weather and play a round in some Carpé.

Item We Love: The Art of Shaving Full Size Shaving Kit

This kit comes with everything you need to get the perfect shave and includes a pre-shave oil, shaving cream, after-shave balm, and a pure badger shaving brush. The Art of Shaving kits come in four different scents, each formulated to work with individual skin types. Go to http://www.theartofshaving.com/ for more details.

CARPE in FRED SEGAL FUN - ONLINE SHOP

The Carpé Collection is now in FRED SEGAL FUN and available online:

FRED SEGAL FUN

Carpé Weekend Feature

Rob Roy

• 1 ½ oz Scotch ¾ oz sweet vermouth
• 1 dash orange bitters
• Stir with ice and strain into cocktail glass
  

Carpé Lifestyle: Anchor Tee

Clockwise from top left:

• Carpé Anchor Tee: This 100% navy jersey tee would go great with any of our lifestyle picks.

• White Squall: Based on the true story of a ship school called the Albatross, White Squall is the story of eight teenage boys on a ship, learning how to sail, and how to be a crew. The movie also features a young Ryan Phillipe in one of his first film roles.

• Sperry Shoes: With an all-American classic look, these black leather boat shoes can take you from the yacht to the boardroom.

• Rolex Yachtmaster II: Not only does this watch look great, but it’s useful. The Yachtmaster II is equipped with a programmable countdown feature that can be set according to the starting sequences of each regatta.

• Carrs Sterling Silver Compass: Carr’s Sterling Silver Compass is a great accessory for the sailor or even just the outdoor enthusiast.

Best Beaches to Wear Carpé Spring ’09 Collection (Cape Cod)

The Across The Atlantic Tee is a great look for Cape Cod: Located on the coast of Massachusetts, Cape Cod is well known for its coastal scene. Visitors can enjoy year round maritime events like lighthouse tours and kayaking. Cape Cod also boasts yearly boating races, and tennis, and lacrosse tournaments.

Best Beaches to Wear Carpé Spring ’09 Collection (St. Tropez)

The Carpé Legend Shirt would fit in perfectly in 3 Pampelonne, St Tropez, France: St. Tropez, a popular destination for the jetsetter, 3 Pampelonne is frequented by celebrities like P. Diddy and Jay Z. Whether sipping champagne on a luxury yacht, laying on the area’s white sand beaches, or shopping in one of many luxury stores, the entertainment options are limitless.

Best Beaches to Wear Carpé Spring ’09 Collection (Palm Beach)

The Palm Beach Tee would look fantastic in Newport Beach: Newport Beach, in southern California contains seven islands and several harbors. The city is great for cruises, sailing, and surfing.

Carpe Trunk Show in Palm Beach Gardens Florida

Q & A Session with Carpé National Sales Director Matthew Klein

Q: What do you do on a day to day basis?
A: Everything and anything that needs to be done for our business. Usually it involves project management, sales appointments, and anything in between......

Q: What led you to a career in fashion?
A: Since I was young, I have always had an itch for clothing and always wanted to carve out my own niche......

Q: What is your basic style mantra?
A: I definitely am a firm believer in form follows function. Also don't stray too far away from what works, it works for a reason, so taking something that has always been a staple and adding your own twist or flair is the best type of fashion in my eyes........"Reinventing classic tradition with a modern twist".

Q: Do you have any previous experiences that led you to where you are
today?
A:Honestly, my environment. You are a product of your environment and where you fit in........that really pushed me to get where I am today.......that and the passing of my father, he was my biggest hero and mentor, and gives me the strength to persevere.

Q: What’s your favorite thing about your job?
A: Seeing something you have created come to life. I love to walk into Saks, or Fred Segal and see something we have worked on being sold. That was always my dream since we started.........

Q: What is your favorite piece of clothing from Carpé?
A: I love Carpé’s Rugbys. They are 100 percent my favorite pieces in the collection; fun and energetic with a classic feel.

Q: Where do you see Carpé going in the future?
A: Carpé has the ability to be something truly amazing. It’s so classic Americana, I mean it could really grow into something great. I see it as a lifestyle brand with free standing flag ship stores.