Forget the neckties and novelty mugs. In the run-up to Father’s Day, Kingston’s Totally Male Club Spa & Salon has become a classroom where fathers school their sons on the quiet power of polish. Stepping out of their weekday arenas—courtroom, campaign trail, and boardroom—three fathers are showing that a precision fade can be as formative as any lecture on ambition.
Mikhail Jackson & Elijah — The Ritual
After a decade of Saturday appointments, attorney-at-law Mikhail Jackson no longer treats grooming as an errand; it’s a standing ritual. His ten-year-old son Elijah now joins the rotation, learning that a sharp part and a firm handshake often open doors faster than credentials alone.
“My father bonded with me over these visits,” Jackson says. “Passing that baton to Elijah means he’s inheriting more than genetics—he’s inheriting standards.”
Omar Newell & Leonard-Anthony — The Strategy
Five-year patron Omar Newell, CEO and political hopeful, frames grooming as a strategic asset. In his playbook, a crisp lineup reads like a campaign slogan: concise, memorable, and impossible to misinterpret.
“People measure your worth in a glance,” Newell notes, while twelve-year-old Leonard-Anthony studies the mirror. “Master the glance, and you control the narrative.”
Wayne Demercado & Zaid — The Statement
Renewable-energy director Wayne Demercado considers a well-kept look the baseline for credibility. Ten years at Totally Male have convinced him that self-care isn’t indulgence; it’s evidence.
“When Zaid steps out looking meticulous,” Demercado explains, “he’s broadcasting that excellence is non-negotiable.”
Why It Matters
Inside Totally Male, the conversation extends beyond hairlines and beard oil. Barbers double as mentors, sprinkling advice about posture, presentation, and confidence between clipper strokes. The result? Sons who leave with more than a fresh taper—they exit armed with a blueprint for personal branding.
Looking Ahead
Next week, the spotlight shifts to three more father-son tandems—tech executive David Dwyer, restaurateur Anthony Hutchinson, and sports agent Heron Bennett—proving that legacy isn’t just inherited; it’s groomed.
