ABOUT THE MAN

FOUNDER & CEO ALJEROME COMBS

As a parent of two small children, I can say one of our many jobs is to teach our kids to dream as big as they can. We want our kids to work hard and be able to provide them with a better life than what we had as kids. Many students are eager to continue their education after high school rather it be community college, trade school, or a traditional four year college. Due to many circumstances every high school graduate cannot go to college and end up being thrown into the “adult world” without having any direction, and this is when Collar and Combs can help.

What I do not want is for you to be overwhelmed when you are trying a new look or are stepping out of your fashion comfort zone. Not only will I help you gain a solid understanding of what works best for you and your body type, but I will also give you the ultimate confidence on the best way to incorporate trends into your everyday wardrobe.

A COLLAR AND COMBS CLIENT WILL HAVE SWAGGER, AND WHEN DONE SO WILL YOU.

Join me on my journey to help spark a flame on inspiring current and future generations. I hope to style you soon.

MY STYLE INSPIRATION

@omarihardwickofficial

OMARIHARDWICK AKA JAMES "GHOST" ST. PATRICK

I have been fan of Omari since he was in the movie Next Day Air in 2009. He stars in the show "Power" as Ghost. A wealthy New York City club owner who has a double life. His characters style can be described as smooth, sleek, gq. He is definitely one of TV's best dressed gentlemen.

@diddy

SEAN COMBS

Out off the many talents that are thought of when you think of Mr. Combs (no relation) is his amazing style. You will never catch him without being coordinated from head to toe. His style is timeless.

@alexcosta

ALEX COSTA

I have watched every style video this man has posted on youtube, follow most of his social media accounts, and have gained valuable knowledge that I use to this day with my clients. I don't think i need to say more, he is a must follow.

@shawntblanchard

SHAWN T BLANCHARD

Have you heard the personal story of Shawn Blanchard? If not your missing out on a true inspirational story. He has inspired me to not only write a book but push me to get into the public speaking world. His style looks like it comes effortlessly. This is what it looks like when you take your grooming and style seriously.

@realmenrealstyle @aaronmarino

ANTONIO CENTENO & AARON MORNIO

Two different men who deserve their own category I get it. It's hard to think of one without the other. They have not only influenced me but millions in the world of business, fashion and lifestyle. I attended their conference in 2017 but did not get a chance to speak, hope to change that soon.

@davidbeckham

DAVID BECKHAM

You can not be considered by People magazine as one of the sexiest men alive without having a sense of style. From every day looks to dressing up in a suit he knows exactly what he looks good in.

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BLAKE SCOTT

How could you not take notice when you see the way Blake is dressed? 2017 stylecon conference I had a celebrity moment when I had the pleasure of shaking his hand and briefly speaking with him. Blake is the walking definition of a style influencer.

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JACOB CLAYTON

He's not a business man he's a business...man. I have not had the pleasure of meeting him yet but spotted him at the last stylecon before it changed to menfluential. Your missing out if your not following this soon to be style icon. I wouldn't be surprised to see him on the cover of a GQ magazine one day.

@gq

GQ MAGAZINE

Not one person but the many people over the years who have written to make GQ possible have been very inspirational to me. In my office I have a desk with past editions of the magazine that I keep to this day that I go back every now and then to learn a few things. For the editors and publishers I salute you and say thank you.

@collarandcombs

ALJEROME COMBS

The last person I get style inspiration from is myself. Just like every aspect of my life that has become better and stronger over the years, my fashion sense has taken on a greater look. I inspire myself to look better.

FUN FACTS

• Entrepreneur: My love for watches will have me starting a watch company in the next year or two. It will be named after my son who can do what he wants with the company when he grows up.
• First Car: I bought my first car in cash when I was 17. It was a Honda Civic CRX
• Sisquo: Not one to shy away from a dare in middle school, I showed up with blonde hair like a popular artist back in the day names Sisquo.
• Frequent Flyer Miles: I once flew from Washington D.C. to Chicago to get a haircut by a celebrity barber.
• Motto: My life motto is sleeping is what losers do. I never sleep in, life’s to short. I will not be on my death bed happy that I was able to get  those extra hours of sleep.

WHEN MR. COMBS PUT'S ON A SUIT HE IS SIGNALING TO THE WORLD THAT IT IS GAME TIME, AND HE MEANS BUSINESS. YOU HAVE TO LEARN HOW TO THINK FAST, AND MOVE FASTER. GET UP EVERY MORNING AND GO GET IT.