11/03/2017
To all of our supporters, fans, and clients:
These past years doing photography have been the best of my life. Thank you for allowing me into your lives, and for allowing me to capture your sweet, precious, life changing moments. I have laughed, cried, and celebrated with you every step of the way.
It is with absolute peace in my heart that I officially announce that I am closing down Oquendo Design and Photography. Between all the new in our lives (baby, ministry opportunity, and so much more) together with my wife we have made the decision to focus on new opportunities. This page isn’t going away, now are any of the photos coming down. We are shifting to a new focus.
As long as I could remember, I have been a big guy. I didn’t ever care about the way that I looked or cared to learn about fashion until about four years ago. I went on a cruise with 12 very close friends. These were all friends from all walks of life with a very unique style.... as unique as their personalities. On this cruise I remember not having really cared to pack my wardrobe intentionally, nor did I care to prep said wardrobe, ie ironing my clothes beforehand, making sure I brought a belt, etc. When it came to Captain’s night (the formal night on the cruise) I found myself surround by incredibly fashionable gentlemen, whom seemed to have it all together. As they stumbled to try to help me form some outfit that would at least make me look like I somewhat belonged the feeling I had felt all throughout childhood reared it face. I thought to myself, “Dude, you are such a slob. You are definitely making these guys look bad.” In that moment I had an epiphany. I made up my mind. I said never again. I am never going to feel this way again. Henceforth began my journey to find my style, and love the way I looked. Through your this journey my boys, the Wolfpack, have helped, taught and held me accountable to ensuring I never go back to the guy I was. Since then I find that when I started respecting myself others around me did the same. I have had several people reach out for fashion advice from me, which was incredibly humbling. I, just a month ago, had the opportunity to be featured in a Big and Tall Men’s Fashion Blog (XLTribe.com). I know this is just the beginning, I pray that the Lord use me to continue to inspire people from all walks to love how God shaped them, and to find their own style, not to show off, but to love themselves. I pray that you follow me on this journey as I post, and spread the word. In a world so filled with hate, injecting love seems to be the best option for make a difference.
That being said, I have posted my new logo and endeavor here, please like and follow the new page Dapper Gent XL and share!
Sincerely,
Alex Oquendo
DapperGentXL
Your size doesn’t matter. You can be fashionable, and stylish. I hope to inspire men from all walk Let us help you capture the best moments of your lives.
