![]() I put this song on a mix tape I made for that ‘Sex’ project, because in the early 90’s that’s what we were still doing. Somehow, even that small contribution gives it the Madonna magic that was in full effect in the early 90’s. It was originally written for her, but she gave it to him and only appears as a backing vocalist. Back then, it was all new, as was this Nick Scotti song on which she sang back-up. More on that, and her, later this fall when we properly pay homage to her ‘Erotica’ period and its 30th anniversary this October. When I got the bottle of Zino back to my dorm room, and discovered its less-than-desirable odor, I decided not to waste it and instead put it to work as part of my own little ‘Sex’ project, directly inspired by Madonna. ( Tom Ford wasn’t even the Creative Director at Gucci then.) I shamefully digress… but that was the ghastly initiation into cologne that most of us had at the time. I think you can still find both at your local CVS or Walgreen’s. (Kids, don’t try this at home, despite what this post says.)ĭavidoff was responsible for ‘Cool Water’ which, being the good burgeoning gay boy I was in the 90’s, was a staple for my earliest fragrance forays, right next to Curve by Liz Claiborne. Marky Mark never did much for me my attention was grasped by this male model’s non-gaze and prone pose for Davidoff’s ‘Zino’ cologne, so much so that I bought it blindly, without trying it on, and it was a bum decision that I have regretted ever since. ![]() My sexual awakening happened in the 1990’s, just as Calvin Klein’s ‘One’ unisex cologne was taking off everywhere, and his androgynous black and white ad campaigns with Kate Moss and Mark Wahlberg were all the rage. Check out the new line of underwear at his website here. There is a carefulness and deliberate cultivation of his image, but also a courage in doing things entirely his own way. Both seem to play a part in the new line, which keeps the flashy and colorful excess of many other underwear offerings to a minimum, relying on basic neutrals and classic cuts.Ĭentering it all is Albano’s focused determination on building a brand and his familiarity with the product. It’s the perfect sales pitch for underwear, which is largely about selling sex, but should also come with comfort and function. ![]() The lighting and feel are moody, evoking and playing up the sultry gaze that Albano has come to embody in much of his modeling work. His self-monikered line features the sort of sexy designs he’s so proficient at showing off for other designers, and it’s always a treat when the designer can say they have walked a mile in the clothing they are selling.Īlbano is coming off a scintillating retro-styled piece for the online version of Playgirl Magazine, and a retro-feel informs the promotional images for his current underwear campaign. To learn more about Dominic Adriano Albano, follow him on Instagram.Recently featured as a Dazzler of the Day here, Dominic Albano launches his first foray into underwear this week, drawing on years of modeling and fashion experience. “But not me.”įinally, when asked if he has any beauty secrets for a youthful-looking appearance, he revealed, “sunscreen.” “I think anyone who wakes up, wants to be a model, and pursues it heavily, must be somewhat egomaniacal,” he said with a laugh. ![]() In addition, Albano has a unique perspective as a model himself. My personality and the photographs I make don’t really translate,” he said. “I’m not shooting for Vogue or something. On modeling, he shared that this is his full-time work, so he does take it seriously, but at the same time, he is having fun. I don’t do it to explore or meet people,” he said. I am away a lot, but it doesn’t feel like it because I’m working or resting in my hotel. Some network TV, streaming, and independent films,” he said. When asked what auditions he’s had lately, he smiled and said, “Ryan Murphy.” “I was really excited about that. I haven’t really had much experience doing the auditions in-person, but I think I’ll be ready when the time comes,” he said. “I came to Hollywood at a time when self-tapes were starting to really take over. He thinks this will be the new normal, but if in-person auditions make a comeback, he will feel more confident going into it. It’s really intimidating being in front of the casting directors and producers and seeing the competition,” he said. You do these self-tapes from home and never leave the house. “Auditioning is so much easier on my anxiety. With Albano’s somewhat new transition into acting, he is really enjoying the post-pandemic changes in Hollywood. Photo Credit: James FranklinĪctor and model Dominic Adriano Albano catches up with Digital Journal’s Markos Papadatos about his latest endeavors in acting, modeling, and traveling.
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