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https://patreon.com/blamo Jeff, Jeremy and Jian are back recapping Vegas, chatting holiday gift lists, finding the perfect gear, big fit jeans, hype coffee, and even what's the best tv buy?! Last but not least, our Ask Jian segment debuts! Dig in! ** Listen to the entire episode on the BLAMO! PATREON https://patreon.com/blamo
Robert Geller returns to the pod! One of our favorite designers is back to discuss his new role as head menswear designer at Rag & Bone https://www.rag-bone.com. A lot has changed since his first appearance on the pod in 2017. We revisit what’s been happening in his life, chat through his design process, menswear’s new landscape, boot fits, and what’s next for Rag & Bone. Listen to Robert Geller's first appearance on Blamo! https://blamopod.com/blamo-podcast/2017/1/23/robert-geller Rag & Bone https://www.rag-bone.com Follow Robert Geller on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/robertgeller/?hl=en * Sponsored by Bezel https://shop.getbezel.com - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch Sponsored by G-Shock - Discover the full range this holiday season at Topper Jewelers https://topperjewelers.com
My guest this week is Dave 1 https://www.instagram.com/dave1/ from Chromeo https://chromeo.net. Dave and I chat, all things Chromeo, the new album, building a solid wardrobe, when to stop copping, being happy, and John Mayer calling out his watch game. Listen to https://chromeo.lnk.to/AdultContemporaryDeluxe * Sponsored by Bezel https://shop.getbezel.com - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch Sponsored by G-Shock - Discover the full range this holiday season at Topper Jewelers https://topperjewelers.com
https://patreon.com/blamo Derek and Peter are back talking wardrobe fundamentals, and how to experiment with trends. The takes are hot…down to the blazer buttons. ** Listen to the entire episode and read their list on the BLAMO! PATREON https://patreon.com/blamo
My guest this week is designer Dana Lee https://www.instagram.com/danaleebrown_official/ of Dana Lee Brown https://danaleebrown.com If the name rings a bell, this isn’t her first time making clothes; she used to run her brand as Dana Lee in the late aughts. I remember getting her twill pants, which I still own, and they were simple, well made, and classic. She recently re-launched her brand not long ago after taking some time off, and it’s incredible. It’s a small collection, but as you’ll hear, it’s not made or manufactured the way her previous one was. In fact, she’s one of the few brands I know that are leading the way in this “farm to loom” production. In fact, all of her stuff is made in a relatively local radius. It makes you think more. We chatted about her brand, why she manufactures this way, and her work with local makers to create the best menswear. * Sponsored by Bezel https://shop.getbezel.com - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch
https://patreon.com/blamo Fall is here! Peter and Derek discuss what they're excited to wear this season, including shearling outerwear, tweed sport coats, and chunky knitwear. They also talk about some new-ish brands they've been watching, including a compelling Japanese line that feels a bit like Lemaire but is sold at a more accessible price point! ** Listen to the entire episode and read their list on the BLAMO! PATREON https://patreon.com/blamo
My guest this week is Guy Trebay https://www.instagram.com/guytrebay/?hl=en Guy is an author and reporter for the style section of the NEW YORK TIMES. Guy has written about style and culture since the 1970s, from the Village Voice, Interview magazine, and countless other publications. His recently published memoir, https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/550904/do-something-by-guy-trebay/, discusses his early life in the up-and-coming art scene of New York and is an extraordinarily heartwarming and compassionate read. (I highly encourage you all to pick it up. It’s a good one.) Guy and I discuss the current state of fashion, avoiding burnout, the brands he admires, and how retail is evolving. We also unpack more of his recently published memoir, https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/550904/do-something-by-guy-trebay/ * Sponsored by Bezel https://shop.getbezel.com - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch
My guest this week is artist Phillip Toledano https://mrtoledano.com You might know him from his photography, the B/1 watch Toledano and Chan https://toledanoandchan.com, ‘Geezer’ style, Viva Bastardo https://www.vivabastardo.com or his other endeavors. Phillip discusses his early career, designing watches, photography, and AI art, and revisits a book that changed Jeremy’s life. It’s all in there! Follow Phillip on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mrtoledano/ * Sponsored by Bezel https://shop.getbezel.com - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch
My guest this week is TIM HEIDECKER https://www.timheidecker.com. Tim’s career contains multitudes—from his comedy career, Office Hours https://officialofficehours.com, to his acting to his music—it’s all in there, and it’s beautiful. Tim and I discuss family, Warren Zevon, Randy Newman, the Beatles, the difference between comedy and music, and his new album Slipping Away, releasing October 18th. Catch Tim Heidecker and The Very Good Band on tour in '25. * Sponsored by Bezel https://shop.getbezel.com - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch
My guest this week is MIKE MCLACHLAN of Manresa https://manresaclothing.com. Before we dive in, I have to say Mike gets into it, and I think his openness, vulnerability, and candor are among the things that truly set him apart. I’m not going to get philosophical here, but Mike constantly admits that he doesn’t know what he doesn’t know; he’s just trying to make the best brand he can. Which, as you’ll hear, is working. Mike and I discuss the origins of Manresa, big brother style, sobriety, the recent GQ article declaring GORP is dead, making clothes for things you actually do, and what’s next for the brand. Manresa Clothing https://manresaclothing.com * Sponsored by Bezel https://shop.getbezel.com - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch
https://patreon.com/blamo If you follow Derek on Twitter, you've probably seen photos of David Lane https://davidlane-design.com/. He's the stylish guy who keeps popping up in Derek's threads about how to dress for different body types. Along with being an art teacher, David runs a custom leather goods business, where he mainly focuses on making handsewn leather watch straps (he even got the co-sign from Hodinkee some years ago when the two did a collab). In this week's episode, Peter and Derek talk with David about building a wardrobe if you're a larger guy, selecting the right watch for different types of wardrobes, and what to consider when choosing a watch strap. It's a long episode, but good! ** Listen to the entire episode and on the BLAMO! PATREON https://patreon.com/blamo
My guest this week is ROBERT TRIEFUS, CEO OF STONE ISLAND. Many people know him for helping to turn GUCCI into an absolute powerhouse, but he's been in the industry for a long time—beginning his career in the early 90s. Robert has worked at CALVIN KLEIN and GIORGIO ARMANI, but we dive right into Stone Island. Robert and I discuss his career in the industry, the brand's allure, the infamous arm badge, Oasis, the new Ghost Collection, and how Stone Island is evolving in today's landscape. ** Presented by Stone Island https://www.stoneisland.com - Learn more about the and join the Blamo! Crew 9.9.24 at Stone Island in SoHo - Details on our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/blamopodcast/
My guest this week is James Pumphrey https://www.instagram.com/jamespumphrey/ After leaving Donut Media and turning the internet upside down https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/7/24214600/car-youtube-quit-donut-car-throttle-hoonigan, James is back with Speeed! James chats with us about why he left, the state of Car YouTube, getting into Good Art, why crying is great, big fits and what to expect from his new venture – Speeed https://www.youtube.com/@speeedco. * Sponsored by Bezel https://shop.getbezel.com - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch
https://patreon.com/blamo Shopping All the Way to the Woods: How the Outdoor Industry Sold Nature to America https://www.amazon.com/dp/0300270089/ isn't necessarily about men's style, but it explores an important theme that can be easily transposed to any discussion about menswear. It's a book about how people buy outdoor gear to create an idea of a more "authentic self" and connect with nature. Derek chats with the author and professor, Rachel Gross, about her research and how commercial culture is tied to creating identity. ** Listen to the entire episode and on the BLAMO! PATREON https://patreon.com/blamo
We got Mr. Throwback https://www.peacocktv.com/stream-tv/mr-throwback! More specifically, the co-creator DANIEL LIBMAN https://www.instagram.com/dlibman/?hl=en (who was also a co-creator of Champaign Ill, another favorite of mine), OLIVIA PERDOCH https://www.instagram.com/oliviaperdoch/?hl=en, costume designer, and even ADAM PALLY https://www.instagram.com/adam.pally/?hl=en join in to chat. Before we get too deep, Mr. Throwback is a new show on Peacock/NBC featuring Adam Pally, Steph Curry and Ego Nwodim. We chat, working with Steph Curry, digging for good vintage, tailoring, the infamous white whale redwings, and more. Dig in, Tune in, whatever it takes. * Sponsored by Bezel https://shop.getbezel.com - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch
ANTONIO CIONGOLI of 18 East https://18east.co is back! When he isn’t skating ledges, he’s riding big fits, and I was so glad he’s back to dig in with me. Antonio helped usher in the big-fit revolution (or evolution). I don’t care what you call it, but it’s been amazing to watch Antonio’s brand, 18 East, flourish over the years. He’s such a talented designer and thankfully he joins me to check in on 18 East, Japan, LA pop ups and just being comfy. * Sponsored by Bezel https://shop.getbezel.com - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch
https://patreon.com/blamo Custom tailoring is fraught with potential problems. Maybe you chose a bad tailor or the wrong fabric, or a commission didn't come out as you hoped. Peter and Derek discuss some of the issues when wading into this territory and how to choose a good tailor. ** Listen to the entire episode and on the BLAMO! PATREON https://patreon.com/blamo
My guest this week is LUKE FRACHER https://www.instagram.com/oglukemook/?hl=en of Luke’s (NYC and now LA!) Luke is a legend in the fashion scene. He is known for his wild, hot takes on social media and for having some of the best gear you can find anywhere. His knowledge of brands is almost intimidating, but you would never feel it as he’s a simple, humble guy – with a strong opinion. Luke and I chat about his life coming from Virginia, co-founding Round Two in LA, going full on YouTube, his love of Balenciaga, and bringing Luke’s to LA. He’s back, baby! Luke's Store https://lukes.store * Sponsored by Bezel https://shop.getbezel.com - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch
https://patreon.com/blamo How does one become a bespoke tailor? HERRIE SON https://herrie.co is one of the few bespoke cutters left in the United States. She started at the London College of Fashion, where she focused on handcraft tailoring, and then did some work for Thom Sweeney and Welsh and Jefferies. She then flew back to the US and opened an independent bespoke tailoring shop in Nashville, Tennessee. Derek and Peter talk to her about what it's like to run a bespoke tailoring business in the US and how someone can enter this trade. ** Listen to the entire episode and on the BLAMO! PATREON https://patreon.com/blamo
My guest this week is TOM KAY, founder of the outdoor brand Finisterre https://finisterre.com A brand born in 2003 from the needs of hardy British surfers, Finisterre designs functional and sustainable products for those who share a love of the sea. In this week's pod, Tom and I discuss what drives design, wetsuits, surfing, and how to make an outdoor brand. We also chat about repairs, collabs, and how to unwind. https://finisterre.com * Sponsored by Bezel https://shop.getbezel.com - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch
My guest this week is bootmaker Graham Ebner https://www.grahamebner.com. Graham has become one of the most talked about artisans of the past few years—a team of one, making bespoke boots by hand in his small workshop in Austin, Texas. Graham talks about bespoke bootmaking, working at the legendary Texas Traditions under Lee Miller, why he takes things slow, dealing with waiting lists, gatekeeping, and classic cowboy style. Graham Ebner on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/grahamebnerboots * Sponsored by Bezel https://shop.getbezel.com - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch
https://patreon.com/blamo Shoemaker Nicholas Templeman http://www.nicholastempleman.com/ has been working with Derek for nearly ten years and is one of the best artisans he has ever used. So it was about time that Derek and Peter invited him to an episode for a chat. Nicholas shares his career as a bespoke shoemaker, his process, and more. Dig in! ** Listen to the entire episode and on the BLAMO! PATREON https://patreon.com/blamo
The return of author W. DAVID MARX! David and I get back into it! Our first pod was a year and a half ago, and you’re welcome to dig into it. https://pod.link/blamo/episode/35975a9d0c8e78613d330ef385771a99 Recorded in Tokyo, David and I discuss his upcoming book, indie music, craftsmanship, getting dressed, artists vs creators, and Tailor Caid. The ramble begins now! Culture: An Owners Manual https://culture.ghost.io * Sponsored by Bezel https://shop.getbezel.com - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch
My guest this week is ADAM BROWN, founder of ORLEBAR BROWN https://www.orlebarbrown.com/ Adam and I discuss how the brand was created organically, evolving past swimwear, holiday travel, retail, the perfect day, and what’s next for the brand. * Sponsored by Bezel https://shop.getbezel.com - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch
https://patreon.com/blamo Recently, Peter https://www.instagram.com/urbancomposition/ asked Derek https://www.instagram.com/die_workwear/ to elaborate a bit more on the concept of path dependency in clothing and getting dressed. For what it's worth, path dependence is a social science concept that relates to why we do the things we do. e.g. Why do we wear jeans and why are they blue? The original thread is here https://x.com/dieworkwear/status/1791494910526562644 Derek admits it's a nerdy way of looking at clothes, but this is Die, Workwear! https://dieworkwear.com/ and the insight we all love! ** Listen to the entire episode and on the BLAMO! PATREON https://patreon.com/blamo
This week's guest is NICOLAS GABARD, founder of the Parisian brand and tailoring house Husbands https://husbands-paris.com. Founded in 2012, Husbands https://husbands-paris.com is one of the brands behind the new wave of tailoring. Their suits are cut with a strong silhouette, generous lapels, wider trousers and are incredibly chic. Nicolas and I discuss the origins of Husbands, style vs fashion, how to give directions to clients, how to wear black clothing,his philosophy on fashion, and how the brand continues to evolve. * Sponsored by Bezel https://shop.getbezel.com - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch
My guest this week is Nathaniel Asseraf, co-founder of Casatlantic https://www.casatlantic.com/. Nathaniel and I discuss the legendary vintage store, Broadway & Sons https://www.broadwayandsons.com/, founding Casatlantic, Ralph Lauren University, vintage vs thrift, how to make a proper fit guide, seasons vs constants, and making clothes for a global audience. * Sponsored by Bezel https://shop.getbezel.com - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch
https://patreon.com/blamo Since at least 2010, menswear writers have been predicting—perhaps secretly hoping for—the end of the slim-fit trend. But it wasn't until January 2016, when Raf Simons debuted his first collection after leaving his directorial role at Dior, that things started to change. Since then, big fits have cropped everywhere, from J. Crew's giant chinos to Jerry Lorenzo's Armani-sized tailoring. If you're just starting to dip your toes into these waters, Peter and Derek discuss how you can incorporate looser fits into your wardrobe. ** Listen to the entire episode and on the BLAMO! PATREON https://patreon.com/blamo
The fit-god and industry legend is on Blamo! As the co-founder of United Arrows https://www.united-arrows.co.jp/en/ in 1989, Kurino-san has been in front and behind the scenes of retail and men’s fashion for almost 50 years. He has seen countless changes and evolutions in the industry and remains as optimistic as ever. Kurino-san and I discuss growing up studying iconography, his love of music, his approach to getting dressed (take notes), the stores that inspired United Arrows, what makes Japanese retail different, what books he’s reading, and more. Kurino-san on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kurino_san.dst/ * Sponsored by Bezel https://shop.getbezel.com - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch
My guest this week is David Cho https://www.instagram.com/davidcho/. David is almost always one of the people behind what you love, from podcasts, journalism, and media he’s been an intricate part of THE INTERNET. It's kind of wild to think about, tbh. David and I chat about media diets, getting introspective, why the internet is hungry for earnestness, his previous career at Grantland and The Ringer, and his new project, Postcard https://www.postcard.inc/home. * Sponsored by Bezel https://shop.getbezel.com - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch
