American Way Magazine November 2008 (2) - page 98

GUAYABERA
The Guayabera is
considered a status symbol
of true elegance and
tradition all in one. The
Guayabera’s history dates
backmany hundreds of
years andmost Latin
countries have their own
version of this timeless
garment. However, its
name and originwas given
by the island whichmade it
popular, and that is Cuba.
The wives of the guava
pickersmade these
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Total Performance Golf and the Biltmore Culinary Academy are set
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J.BOLADOCLOTHIERS
In 1968, Jose Bolado realized his
dream of opening the finest men’s
store in Coral Gables. After forty years,
his sons, Jose and Carlos continue
the tradition at their new store at 314
MiracleMile.
The Bolados sell the finest names
inmenswear: Suits by Ravazzolo, Pal
Zileri, Luigi Bianchi, Samuelsohn and
Coppley; shirts and ties by Robert
Talbott, Italo Ferreti; slacks by Zanella;
sportswear by Saltaire and Bugatchi
and, of course, the best guayaberas
in town. J. Bolado also sells shoes by
Allen-Edmonds and Lorenzo Banfi. The
clothing professionals at J. Bolado can
show you their selections in the comfort
of the beautiful andmodern new store
at 314MiracleMile. Decoratedwith
marble floors from Italy and sleek steel
andwood fixtures, the store provides
an elegant atmosphere for you to sit
back and relaxwith a complimentary
glass of wine as you peruse the finest fabrics available.
The other specialty J. Bolado is known for is custommade
clothing. The Bolados will make your suit, jacket, shirt or trousers
to your measurements. With over forty years and three generations
of experience, no one can fit you better than J.Bolado.
We invite you to come and discover what many distinguished
gentlemen inMiami have enjoyed for years, the quality and service
of J. Bolado Clothiers. 314MiracleMile, Coral Gables, FL 33134.
For more information, contact 305.448.2507 or visit
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shirts with several pockets to accommodate their
husbands with plenty of room for the pickings, thus the
name guayabera.
Who better to introduce this legendary shirt to the
United States than Rene La Villa, an immigrant from
Cuba. In 1978, Rene La Villa, beganmanufacturing the
guayabera in poly cotton blends and cotton fabrics. Once
everyone began to notice how comfortable this shirt was
he then began exploring other fabrics.
Today the guayabera is a true symbol of sophistication
and stylemade in a variety of fabrics from the finest
Irish Linens to Pima Cottons. At Guayaberas Etc., Rene
La Villa’s stores, youwill find the largest assortment of
guayaberas for men, women, and children. In addition,
Guayaberas Etc offers a huge assortment of shoes and
accessories to complement any outfit. Please visit www.
guayaberashirt.com.
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