Vato formerly known as Carlos M. Vergara Jr. was born June 3rd, 1991 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Vato started his journey as a fashion influencer in 2012. Not knowing much, but being a self-starter and risk-taker, he utilized the little resources he had to bring his vision to life. The mentors and role models around him equipped him with the proper skills/tools to communicate, develop, and execute to the best of his ability for exceptional results. Vato feels like an advocate for fashion and style meaning that 'the appearance' is important. 

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"It all starts with a look,” a phrase Vato lives by when showcasing his styling skills on different people from diverse backgrounds. The ‘Vatofied Experience’ is a category of the bigger brand, Paid with Roots, where he offers style services and more for all. Vato teaches the importance of appearance, individuality and innovation; planning to enhance the lives of the world around us through the art of fashion. 

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The Vatofied Experience is not only styling and profiling, it helps gain self-confidence, a sense of fashion, and innovation through the Vatofied Experience, a lifestyle to live by.