The Curated Gentleman

Manolo Padron// Men's Fashion & Grooming

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What To Wear To An Interview

Depending on the industry you are interviewing for, you want to make sure you are dressing accordingly. I get it you don't want to look like your trying to hard(yeah, that makes sense)

If there is ever a time to seem like your trying ​on a job interview. 

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Probably the single most important decision of your adult life is choosing a career​ and getting a job. 

Make it count. Do something you Love.

Don't settle for just a good pay​. I've always said that no matter how much you get paid only your passion will keep you going. 

Interviewing for a museum? You would probably want to wear something more artsy. Try pops of color that translate like a painting. Don't get all Picasso baby, learn to pair you colors like an artist blends on a canvas to avoid looking like slaughtered rainbow.

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What about a government job? You'll probably want to suit up for that one. Keep it classic and not to playful.

Trying to get that big hedge position? You better look like a million dollars by wearing a suit that says "I don't play around" Pick up a blue, wool double breasted suit to make a good first impression. 

 I would say it's important to know what the culture of the company is. Basically you want to present yourself to fit in with the culture. 

 Think what is best suited for your industry, but also if the company culture has a style/dress code. 

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Top 5 Things About Key West

Staying in Key West

1. Sunset Celebration - This arts festival is held at the pier and is filled with music, street performers, food carts, and many more attractions. I was able to learn about multicultural arts while enjoying the sun set into the Gulf of Mexico. The sunsets here are like no other. 

2. Duval Street - It's a historical and tourist spot by day and an extremely busy and lively area by night. Duval Street is the best place to blow off some steam and have a drink or two at the many restaurants and bars they have to offer.

3. Blue Heaven - This is by far my favorite place to eat breakfast, and I will go out of my way to dine al fresco at Blue Heaven every time I have the chance. 

I met a very unique artist named Afro on the premises that was selling his paintings in which he depicts the cultural influence that the surrounding Caribbean islands have on Key West.

4. Waldorf Astoria Casa Marina - Thank you to the beachfront hotel for a relaxing experience. 

The architecture is very much European/Spaniard-inspired. The place is gorgeous and has many pools, and our room had an oceanfront view. Staying here felt like being on a tropical island without having to leave the US. 

Waldorf Astoria Casa Marina is truly a jewel in the Key West. If you want a calm, premiere luxury stay with very mature, seasoned travelers without too much of the excitement happening on Duval Street, this is the place for you.

5. 90 Miles to Cuba - As a Cuban American, it was great for me to see the concrete marker near the "Southernmost point in the continental United States," which also has the Statue of the Conch-Blowing Greeter.

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Buy More Books! #TaschenSale in #Soho Last Day is Today. #Taschen #Warhol #Dali (at Taschen)

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Final Looks at the @suitsupply #nyfw presentation #FashionWeek #SuitSupply + #ManoloPadron Had a Blast working on Hair/MU Thank you to my team for working hard @jazellib @carolina.enamorado @mkupbyaub @styledwithjoy (at Suit Supply Soho)

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Styling my boy @thecalebcallahan A True #Gentleman with a good heart. #GoodVibes #MensGrooming #ManoloPadron #nyfw #suitsupply (at Suitsupply)

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Honestly just having fun. #nyfw @suitsupply #ManoloPadron (at Suit Supply Soho)

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#ManoloPadron #Blueprint #MensGrooming #MasterBarber

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#BuyArt #TUMBLRROACHAMBEAU #ManoloPadron #nyfw #warmup (at Tumblr)

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Sneak Peak into Spring/Summer 2016 at #SuitSupply. We have the pleasure of styling #bts Look out for the cover on my blog with handsome photos and videos. #ManoloPadron #NYC #soho (at Suitsupply)

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Focused in my Zone. We have so much to share with you this year. Thank you for following, stay tuned in! #mensgrooming #menshair #MasterBarber #ManoloPadron (at SUBSTANCE SALON)

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Dressing Warm and Staying Cool

How to Dress for Winter

Brace yourselves - It finally feels like Winter is here to stay. Here's how to dress for the cold. Ward off the harsh chill with this structured coat.

Just because it's cold, never lose your style. You can still show individuality through the pieces you choose, including this effortlessly stylish wool sweater.

More of a suit kind of guy? This winter suit is made for function as well as luxury.

Remember to dress warm and stay cool.

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Immigrants Made #NYC. I drive past the #chinatown sign on Canal st. all the time and think how the city was formed into neighborhoods by different cultures and they still kind of keep the same traditions. But Downtown is changing a lot these days. Love this city. #ManoloPadroninNYC (at China Town)

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Super Cold in #NYC #ManoloPadron in #soho (at Suit Supply Soho)

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Stepping out for #NYE? You've been waiting all year for this. Dress to impress, have fun and keep it safe out there people. #happynewyear #cheers #SuitSupply + #ManoloPadron

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How to Dress for Global Warming

Global Warming Attire

Let's face it. It's too cold to dress like it's Summer, but it's too warm to dress like it's Winter. This is the perfect opportunity for men to wear suits.

This is how to dress for Global Warming. Wearing layers is key because once it cools down, remember to bring a jacket just in case.

Climate change can be felt everywhere, especially inside our closets. The change in weather can scramble seasonal trends, like an omelet of uncomfortable attire. My suggestion is to take elements of Winter but mix in the ingredients of Fall. It’s about wearing colors that match the season with textures that match the weather.

Hope you haven’t put away your Fall attire, because this is your opportunity to wear your chinos and lightweight jackets. People are either dressing too warm, where it looks like it’s summer, but this weather is more of a transition between Fall and Winter.  Stay away from wearing textures that are too heavy, such as corduroy and sweaters. If you wear light textures but colors that match the season, then you’re all set for Global Warming.

After having one of the warmest winters ever recorded, lighter textured clothing flies off the shelves more quickly than thicker outerwear. Although it’s tricky, make the right fashion choices appropriate for the weather.

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Upon 5 minutes of waking up 50% off your #dreams are forgotten. #ManoloPadron + @thisis_robert #MensFashion on these #nycstreets #soho (at Soho, New York Fashion District)