{"id":12498,"date":"2014-05-21T08:40:32","date_gmt":"2014-05-21T12:40:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/?p=12498"},"modified":"2014-05-21T09:01:02","modified_gmt":"2014-05-21T13:01:02","slug":"vendor-spotlight-the-modern-gent","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/vendor-spotlight-the-modern-gent\/","title":{"rendered":"Vendor Spotlight: The Modern Gent"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>We recently sat down with Kate Donachy, owner of The Modern Gent to discuss her business, its style, and her idea for unique groomsmen gifts! Read our interview below.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/themodern-gent.com\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-12524\" src=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/modern-gent-logo.jpeg\" alt=\"modern gent logo\" width=\"240\" height=\"108\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><em>Where are you based?<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Midtown, Atlanta.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>What do you specialize in?<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>We specialize in special occasion attire for me<span style=\"color: #000000;\">n<\/span>.<span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">\u00a0<span style=\"color: #000000;\">We<\/span><\/span>\u2019re experts at crafting wardrobes to fit personal tastes, flatter proportions and support life\u2019s greatest moments\u2014your wedding day, a career-changing interview, a party for the history books.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>How did you get started and when?<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>I have worked in the industry for 7 years; I started in luxury men\u2019s formal wear and developed a passion for servicing the groom\u2019s side of the wedding- which is so often neglected. I decided after several years to venture out and start my own business. Modern Gent officially opened its doors in November of 2012.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>What is The Modern Gent\u2019s Style?<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A modern updated version of classic elegance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_12518\" style=\"width: 297px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12518\" class=\" wp-image-12518\" src=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Style-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Ross Oscar Knight Photography\" width=\"287\" height=\"191\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Style-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Style-650x433.jpg 650w, https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Style.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 287px) 100vw, 287px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-12518\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ross Oscar Knight Photography<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_12531\" style=\"width: 327px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12531\" class=\"wp-image-12531 \" src=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/photo-161-300x183.jpg\" alt=\"Photo Credit: Nadia D Photography\" width=\"317\" height=\"193\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/photo-161-300x183.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/photo-161-650x397.jpg 650w, https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/photo-161.jpg 704w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 317px) 100vw, 317px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-12531\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: Nadia D Photography<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12517 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/mg-style-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/mg-style-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/mg-style-650x650.jpg 650w, https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/mg-style.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<em>What is your favorite trend for 2014 related to grooms wear?<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>I love dinner jackets right now!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_12519\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12519\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-12519\" src=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Dinner-Jacket--300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Drew Newman Photographers\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Dinner-Jacket--300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Dinner-Jacket--650x433.jpg 650w, https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Dinner-Jacket-.jpg 911w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-12519\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Drew Newman Photographers<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_12520\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12520\" class=\"wp-image-12520 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Dinner-Jacket-Kelly-Lane-Photography-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Kelly Lane Photography\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Dinner-Jacket-Kelly-Lane-Photography-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Dinner-Jacket-Kelly-Lane-Photography-650x433.jpg 650w, https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Dinner-Jacket-Kelly-Lane-Photography.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-12520\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kelly Lane Photography<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_12521\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12521\" class=\"wp-image-12521 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Dinner-Jackets-Project-Duo-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Project Duo Photography \" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Dinner-Jackets-Project-Duo-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Dinner-Jackets-Project-Duo-650x433.jpg 650w, https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Dinner-Jackets-Project-Duo.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-12521\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Project Duo Photography<\/p><\/div>\n<p><em>What is your favorite groom\u2019s look?<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A custom midnight blue shawl lapel tuxedo, with a covered placket shirt and a black bow tie.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_12522\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12522\" class=\"wp-image-12522 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/kates-style-1-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Photo Credit: Dan Almasy\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/kates-style-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/kates-style-1-650x487.jpg 650w, https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/kates-style-1.jpg 712w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-12522\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Dan Almasy<\/p><\/div>\n<p><em>Can you make custom pieces?<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Absolutely. We have thousands (literally) of fabrics that we can chose from to create blazers, suits, tuxedos and shirts. The process is really fun; we take over 60 measurements and work with the client to create every aspect down of the garment down to the lining and buttons.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Do you rent items as well?<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>We do. Recently we\u2019ve added some really modern, trim fitting new suits to the rental program. We have a gorgeous gray suit in 3 different color tones, and a really beautiful midnight blue suit as well.<\/li>\n<li>This past spring we also added some vests that match the fabric of the suit, so we can create a 3-piece suit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-12527\" src=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/photo-41-300x425.jpg\" alt=\"Rental Item\" width=\"300\" height=\"425\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/photo-41-300x425.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/photo-41.jpg 396w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-12526\" src=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Rental-Example--300x450.jpg\" alt=\"Rental Example\" width=\"300\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Rental-Example--300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Rental-Example-.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-12525\" src=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Rental-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Rental\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Rental-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Rental.jpg 550w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>\u00a0Do you do other occasions other than weddings<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Yes! We do full wardrobe build outs for men&#8217;s business wardrobe, image consulting for guys who are getting in to a new profession, or dressing for a red carpet night.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>What is your favorite groomsmen gift idea?<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>We\u2019re carrying some cool new product this year one of which is Brackish Bow Ties. It\u2019s a hand-made custom feather bow tie that is super unique. Also, I have grooms doing cufflinks that will play with the colors of the wedding as an accent. We also carry a combination flask\/cigar holder that can be monogrammed with the groomsmen&#8217;s initials or wedding date.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-12529 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Brackish-Bowties-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Brackish Bowties\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Brackish-Bowties-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/Brackish-Bowties.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_12541\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12541\" class=\"wp-image-12541 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/studiowed.net\/atlanta\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/05\/cigar-holder.jpg\" alt=\"cigar holder\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-12541\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Example of Flask\/Cigar Holder Image Credit: Amazon.com<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>Where can I learn\/see more?<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>On our website, <a title=\"The Modern Gent\" href=\"http:\/\/themodern-gent.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">The Modern Gent<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>How do I contact and follow you?<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>We are on <a title=\"Modern Gent on Facebook\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/The-Modern-Gent\/369562489739539\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/instagram.com\/moderngentstyle\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram<\/a> and <a title=\"The Modern Gent on Twitter\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ModernGentStyle\" target=\"_blank\">Twitter<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>We loved sitting down with Kate and learning more about her truly unique style. Brides and Grooms (and groomsmen) &#8211; if you have questions, or are still trying to find the perfect tux or suit for your big day, contact Kate today!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We recently sat down with Kate Donachy, owner of The Modern Gent to discuss her business, its style, and her idea for unique groomsmen gifts! Read our interview below. Where are you based? Midtown, Atlanta. What do you specialize in? 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