One thing I truly love about what I do as a fashion and
event blogger is meeting new people who are given the opportunity to realize
their dream. I met one-half of this dynamic team about 10 years ago when he was
simply showing off his sketch book of artistic visions to the patrons. I used
to tell him he had quite a hidden talent that I hoped would take him far one
day. Well I'm proud to say that day has come. I first recognized JR Dumarce at
the Fashion For a New Life 3 event, but just couldn't place his face. Waiting for him outside the photography studio, it clicked. I
just couldn't believe this young man had achieved his dream. I knew he was
destined for greatness.
I couldn't be more happier for JR and his business
partner Sherwin Gishey for
bringing their visions to
fruition in seeing the
reality of their brand
unfold. We had a great
time catching up on old times. The photo session was a hot one. Model Trina is, well what can I say except, she knows how to do her job.
tailored to the woman's body. Playful,
sexy, avant garde stylings that make me
piece. Let the pics tell the
story.
1. DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE DESIGNER?
Currently Jean Paul Gautier & his last
collection, Zhandra Rhodes, Halston, Vivienne Westwood. We’re always watching
Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Calvin Klein, and Commes De Garcons. We are also
discovering European designers through Vogue Italia and Vogue Paris, as well as
fresh, new up & coming designers.
2. DID EITHER OF YOU HAVE FASHION DREAMS OR
ASPIRATIONS AS A CHILD? IF SO, DO SHARE.
Sherwin: My interest in fashion started with me
watching my mother sew. It was when I
was 5 or 6 years old. It’s funny; I
remember standing at the edge of our kitchen table, wearing only a
maroon/purple velvet shirt, underwear, and moccasins, waiting for my mom to
finish up the hems of the white pant to my outfit. It was Native American Day and I was in a
float along with my head start class. I
remember, from start to finish, how she whipped up a pair of pants; that was
when and where I fell in love with sewing.
From there, I started with small projects like pillow and making doll
clothes for my sister’s dolls. My mom
walked me through the process laying out patterns and cutting fabric,
eventually using her sewing machine.
After that, it became second nature.
I taught myself how to sew, no
formal training, no books. In 2010, I
joined the fashion program at Phoenix College, where I’m still learning to
perfect my skills.
JR: I was 6 years old when I
discovered Cosmopolitan covers. The supermodels on the covers blew me away. I
recall always drawing women on any paper or flat surface I could find. I never
really told anyone that I liked to draw fashion and that fashion models
interested me. There was no outlet for me to express this creativity so I kept
it to myself. I didn’t have access to fashion, lights & models but I was so
intrigued (lol). My first job was at a professional art store in downtown
Flagstaff when I was 9 years old. The owner noticed I was there almost every
day trying out various new pens & markers. She gave me the task of sweeping
out the front outside door entrance & my payment was a miniature Prism
pencil and paper set. I grew up in the 80’s so MTV, art, people and life
inspired me. I was fascinated by the model Margeaux Hemingway. She was
beautiful, exciting and always laughing and dancing. Her life seemed to be a 24
hour disco, which totally fascinated me & influenced my art.
3. WHAT IS THE ULTIMATE DREAM FOR SUITE JSG?
Of course, to keep making quality
garments. Along with that, swimwear/pool
loungewear, there is also a fragrance test in the works. The ultimate dreams are to be a high end
label, a Suite JSG boutique or two with an in-house design studio, to possibly
attract investors & to possibly go global.
4. WHAT MESSAGE DO YOU WANT TO CONVEY WITH YOUR
CLOTHING LINE?
Modern sophistication, subtle sex appeal,
fashion forward confidence.
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5. WHAT, IF ANY, EXPERIENCES IN THE FASHION
INDUSTRY DO EITHER OF YOU HAVE?
Sherwin: I’m currently in the
fashion design program at Phoenix College but no professional experience yet.
JR: No, this is my first venture
into the scene; my passion has always been art, models & fashion.
6. WHAT MATTERS TO YOU MOST AS A DESIGNER?
Individuality, quality well-made clothes,
client business & satisfaction.
7. AS A CURVY GIRL MYSELF, WILL YOU OFFER YOUR
CLOTHING LINE IN PLUS SIZE FASHIONS?
Yes, we offer private consultations &
fittings. It is our philosophy that every woman is beautiful and that fashion
should be accessible to her. One of our clients is a fuller woman who we’ve
designed custom patterns that compliment her body frame.
8. WHO IS SUITE JSG?
Two artists who have forged a fashion
collaboration based on skill, talent, style & art. ‘J’ for JR and ‘SG’ for
Sherwin Gishey. Suite meaning “We’re
offering women the ‘key’ to a ‘Suite’ of modern, fashion
forward clothes.”
9. WITH NEW FASHIONS TRENDING AT EVERY TURN, HOW
WILL SUITE JSG MAKE A STANDOUT FROM OTHER BRANDS?
By keeping up with new trends through
social media, fashion blogs, films, fashion books, magazines & even street
style. We also watch films from the 60’s & 70’s for ideas and inspiration.
10. IF SOMEONE WANTED TO PURCHASE SOMETHING SPECIAL
FROM YOU, WHERE CAN THEY FIND YOU?
Our contact information is on Facebook as
(Suite JSG); Instagram (suitejsg76); and Gmail at (suitejsg@gmail.com).
11. WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR BIGGEST CHALLENGE SO FAR?
1) Being male designers we sometimes are
underestimated about understanding a woman’s body & style choices.
2) Getting people to understand our style
aesthetic. Alongside classic looks, we also offer different, almost avant garde
pieces (for example: one sleeve tops, one legged trousers & the use of
unique textiles.)
What can I say, I love these guys. The passion that
courses through their veins when it comes to fashion is unreal. I hope
all our readers will check out Suite JSG on Facebook and give them a shout out.
I truly expect to see more from JR and Sherwin in the near, very near, future.
Please feel free to posts some comments below and let us know what you think.
Another big hand clap to Suite JSG for blessing us with new, haute,
fashion-forward couture. Well done, fellas!
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Thanks to the Chronic Behavior team for their
excellent coverage of the event. They are the team helping to support and
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