Friday, January 17, 2020

An entrepreneurial dream begins in a parking lot.

Donald S. Carlson Jr. (27) was born just a few miles south, 40 miles to the small community of Pt. Charlotte, Florida. Donald's family, Carlson Sr's, bought a dry-cleaning shop (Carlson Cleaners) here in Sarasota back in 1989, so for years the family relied on commuting daily, back and forth.

As Donald grew up within the business, he quickly learned the importance of what he respectfully calls, "stylish clothing".  As Donald likes to put it, our need to, "dress for success".  And, that's exactly what he set out to create. In that entrepreneurial spirit, Donald presents a tailored - 'suit shop on wheels'.

Recently I had noticed, on the outer perimeter of Westfield's 'Siesta Key' shopping mall, two distinctive trucks appearing to be parked permanently. Curious, the next day I stopped to inquire. A small clothing company on a promotional tour of the U.S.?  Maybe.  Or even possibly, passing by in the evening's low light, might be part of a small family circus act, temporarily parked overnight.  Growing up in Sarasota, I had seen these happenings before.


Donald Carlson, with his constant pal, young gal Sage, discussing the shopping mall's parking arrangement.



 


A finely tailored suit that Donald created and displays.




His label - "Tweeds"




On down times, Donald enjoys a few card tricks.






My card, the Queen of Hearts.






Interested? For more info visit; http://suitsoutofatruck.com



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