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The Barb 6 WmICHAEL'S OF FLORIDA by Peter Thomas i Without a question the biggest boon to Fuorida this year is the advent of that magnificent new men’s .boutique Michael’si of Florida. Michael, who is a magazine model and has starred in many stage pro ductions , including “Hair, ” recently turned down a Broadway role in order to forge ahead with his plans to bring the gay commu nity a men’s shop with fashions that wouljd give us all the opportunity to look our very best. It’s known that the gays are often the trend- setters of American fashion, and this is never more ap parent than when we set foot in the shop located at 2028 Oakland Park Boule vard in Fort Lauderdale. A stunning cavalcade of clothes is on display here in a blaze of colors, some daring and some discreet featuring beautiful ma terials and chic lines. Su perfashions is the naihe of the game at MichaeLs of Florida! We were fasci nated with the beach under wear-that cart travel any where from beach to boudior, and the caftans, Shirts, slacks and suits in every conceivable design. It’s all here at Michael’s of Florida, who in addi tion to its own label car ries Ah Men of California, Parr of Arizona, and P. J.s of New York. The big news when we arrived to review the Fall and Winter fashions is that a new line has been added. It’s THAT LOOK, Fashions by Fritz of Cali fornia, to be carried ex clusively by Michael’s of Florida. Fritz, who has clothed, and still does, many stage, screen and television stars, has come up with knock-out fashions that are a plus and a must for everyone’s wardrobe. If you don’t believe me, look for yourselves at the superb THAT LOOK styles pictured here. Who could ask for more flattering lines in these swimsuits, caftans, suits, and the fantastic shirts with the trendy hooded-look? Here are fashions that will en hance the appearance of everyone from the teen set to the over-39-ers. Michael told me during the interview that, ‘ ‘Men have always been the peacocks, and we’re here to make certain that men remain the peacocks!” He also thinks that long hair is here to stay, though not shoulder-length, but just below the ear-tips, full and soft, to gently frame the face without detracting from the features or the fashions. WITH Of course Denim is still in, but it’d been updated in THAT LOOK’S denim patch-pririg suit. The tops are small, medium and large, and the slacks are 30-32, 34 and 36-inch waist sizes. Send for your free Michael’s of Florida Travel Guide and Catalogue for a splendid array of Fall and Winter fashions. Backs are in, or should we say out, in this shirt with the new nude-back look, laced with rhinestones. It’s ideal for holiday wear. Sizes range from small to x- large, and assorted colors are available. The freeform short boxer at left, and the double side winder at right, both in assorted colors, should bring out your finer points at any beach. This is a sidetie swimsuit WOW! Be the first kid on your block to sport the hooded look! The crepe polyester shirt at left has front pockets and buttons for a neat conservative look. The colors are white, green or red. For an outrageous combina tion of flamboyance and chic, you can't top the hooded satin slipover shirt at right. The geometric pattern in combinations of black-and- white, blue-and-whiie, brown-and-white or gold- and-white, give this caftan the crisp, clean look that is overtaking the fashion world today. One section of the shop is devoted to boutique items and it is here that one can find exciting jewel ry, chains, and medallions to highlight the wearing apparel. Here too, one can find the fantastic sculp tures of Waynesart, avail able exclusively through Michael’s of Florida. Both the now-famous work of art “Jonathan” and the brand-new “Friends” are beautiful conversation pieces that bring charm, distinction and excitement to any home, and all in the best of taste. It is truly an experience to visit this dream-world of clothes, but if you’re not lucky enough to be in sexy, sun ny Fort Lauderdale we suggest that you write for a copy of Michael’s I of Florida Travel Guide' and catalogue. It's absolutely free and it will give you a. peek at some of the most imaginative and unique’ fashion collections in the world. The best news is that you can order by mail, and that your order will be delivered in three weeks. Get with it Pussycats be cause Christmas is almost here. I never did get to ask Michael the most pertinent question of the day, “What are you doing Saturday night?”, and that’s only because I could barely wait to get home and work miracles with my new Michael’s of Florida wardrobe.