Jay Manuel on black suits @ GLAAD Advertising Awards

Why is this GLAAD event so important to you?
“First of all I’m a huge supporter of GLAAD,” declared ANTM’s silver fox, Jay Manuel. “But most importantly these awards really do make a difference in the world of advertising — which is where I spent most of my career — including everyone in the GLBT community. It’s so important — especially for all of us. We can stand up and take notice — and that’s important. “

What is one item every gentleman owns?
“Well, the one thing I would hope that every gentleman owns is probably the staple black suit — well tailored!” stipulates Manuel. “Suits aren’t supposed to have room — you’re not supposed to go swimming or sleeping. They’re supposed to be very tailored. My grandfather was a tailor. So I grew up with this mentality — tailored to fit your body.”

What are you wearing?
“I’m wearing Tom Ford. This is a very business chic environment, so I just wore grey and a little pocket square — it’s a little dandy. It’s not quite the night for me to pull out one of my Liberace outfits.”

Photo: Jeff Goritz

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