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What to Choose while Riding Motorcycle? – A Leather Gear or Textile Gear!

Nowadays, the decision of wearing motorcycle gear is more than just protection; in fact, people consider it as a lifestyle. The first thing to consider, while riding a motorbike is safety and usage of personal protective equipment. Some people prefer

Broderick Hunter Talks New Projects, Self Care and Shares a Beard Trimming Tutorial

On a recent Instagram Live, model and actor Broderick Hunter spoke with The Quintessential Gentleman's Founder Eric K. Thomas about his role in BET+ Influence and Amazon's They Come. They Go. He also shares tips on trimming your beard during

New, Now, Next in Fashion with Marquise Foster

Our Fashion Editor Aaron Campbell chats with Project Runway finalist Marquise Foster on the state of the fashion industry now and post COVID-19, his journey, and the continued rise of the Black designer.

Hill Harper, Dontrelle Inman and Others Gather to Discuss Black Fatherhood for MOCTales

This past Wednesday, we launched a new series entitled MOCTales, a conversation series led by men of color discussing topics of shared experiences and personal tales in hopes to inspire, encourage and mobilize each other. Kicking off our first MOCTales,

Here’s What We’re Watching in May

We're bored in the house and we're in the house bored, but to help with that boredom, here are a few things we will be watching in the month of May!The Last Dance, Documentary, ESPNWant to get insight into what

Boxing Coach CJ Hammond Shares His 6 In-House Gym Essentials

Although states are starting to open up, it seems this new "freedom" may be short-lived as coronavirus cases start to increase in these states. Especially in states like New York, we will be "quarantining" for some time. We know gyms

The Best 15 Fits from Met Galas Past, Featuring Your Favorite [Style] Regulars

With 2020 pretty much entirely canceled, this year's Costume Institute Benefit for the Metropolitan Museum of Art, more widely known as the Met Gala, has also come face-to-face with the chopping block (at least for the time being). As the

What Businesses Are Considered Essential?

The spread of COVID-19 has affected just about every business in existence, but the exact impact varies by industry.In efforts to prevent the virus from spreading, many establishments have been shut down or transitioned into online platforms. However, some businesses

Eric K. Thomas Talks Building QG, Supporting Black and Brown Men and More on “Real Talk Session”

Founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Quintessential Gentleman, Eric K. Thomas, was a guest on Real Talk Session with Tarrin Morgan. Real Talk Session is a community-focused media company that provides free and easy to digest culturally-sensitive "edutainment" content/resources that addresses

How to Build a Better Relationship with Your Bank Account

How do you feel when you check your bank balance?At the end of each month, do you dread getting an alert in your email inbox or a letter through the door about how much cash you have left to spend,

Jean Elie Talks “Insecure”, How He Got Into the Industry and “Send Help”

When Ahmal first hopped on Insecure back in Season 2, he became a fan favorite. Issa's brother, played by Jean Elie, is funny, straight to the point and there for his sister. Recently, our Founder Eric K. Thomas had the

International Recipe’s From the Worlds Best Luxury Hotels

We are all currently experiencing the effects of Social Distancing and Travel Deprivation but during this time most of us have become the best home chefs that we never thought we could be. While you're home, we thought we would

The Benefits of Using Online Visa Services

With the following elements outlined below, you can pick a reliable company to get you the visa you need.

Sean Larry Stevens Talks Education, Self-Care and How the School Systems Can Overcome COVID-19

Education is key! I’m sure many of you have heard this phrase a thousand and one times. In the case of Sean Larry Stevens, it is profoundly true. From living through many challenges in his past to becoming an entrepreneur

Big Sean, Ludacris, Hill Harper and More Raise $321K for COVID-19 Relief Fund

This season has introduced us to so many innovative ideas and efforts to give back to this in need. Celebrities lent their talents to raise money for The Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan (BGCSM). Exceeding their goal of

Black Hollywood Fashion Unlocked with Marci Rodgers

Our Fashion Editor Aaron Campbell and Costume Designer Marci Rodgers host a discussion on diversifying Hollywood and great tips towards entering the Fashion Industry.

Opinion: The Black Man, The Target

Childish Gambino said it best, "This Is AmeriKKKa”. This statement is just as relevant today as it was centuries ago. The American culture is supposed to be a culture of liberty, justice, power for all and most importantly freedom. But

How to Lounge in Style and Comfort

Even if you fancy yourself a social butterfly, spending the occasional evening at home can be a great way to unwind and recharge your batteries. You don’t need to be a dedicated homebody to enjoy the many benefits a night

Obama’s 2008 Election Positively Impacted Black Men’s Mental Health

According to Rice University's research, Obama's rise to presidency had a positive impact on the mental health of African American men. Rice sociology professor and head researcher, Tony Brown believes that too often negative circumstances such as unforeseen tragedies, or

Kenya Barris’ Depiction of a Black Family is More Realistic and “BlackAF” Than We Thought

Television writer Kenya Barris returns with another television show similar to the others in his arsenal. This time around, Barris is exploring his very own Black identity, Black plight, and Black experience, which reminds you that he is indeed BlackAF.The

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