In life as well as in business, some of the best experiences come out of left field. In the Fall of 2022 I met Paul and his wife Roseann on an evening out in Rancho Mirage, CA. We connected instantly, sharing ideas about life, cigars and men’s fashion. His wife was intrigued about my business and started following The Man Makes The Suit on instagram. A few months later during the holidays, we met up at their favorite Italian restaurant in Scottsdale, Arizona.
How do you write a short story about a 25 year working relationship? You don’t, but I’ll try!
It started in 1997 when I was about to get introduced to the St. Louis Rams. I didn’t know anything about St. Louis, or the people.
Little did I know the journey that would lie ahead of me, and how it would change my life. The discovery of St. Louis and all the people I would meet would become responsible for one of the most successful referrals of my career.
Let’s talk about your wardrobe experience. Bang Bang here we go. It’s personal. I’m not an influencer dancing around with other brands on. Don’t get me wrong the latest trend in fashion is important but not if it doesn’t have application.
The true value of men’s clothing is not the price you pay; it’s about the value that it brings to your life. When you connect with this up close and personal, you’ll find the value of your own clothing.
I’ve had the opportunity to make clothing for several people from all walks of life over the years, but only a handful stand out.
Unfortunately, knowing how to style a sport coat properly requires the right attention to detail, personality, or style guidance by someone like myself.
The 2022 Kevin Carter Waiting For Wishes Celebrity Waiters Dinner, co- hosted by Jay DeMarcus, in Nashville is a wrap!
It’s my favorite color in a suit.
It’s more handsome on you than you realize.
It reflects an image that ‘I’ve done this before’ and I don’t look like everyone else in the room.