What’s happening pals. Got a special bonus episode for you here, recorded live at Topologie’s flagship store in Covent Garden.Topologie are a French brand that take inspiration from climbing culture, creating modular bags, phone slings and accessories that balance function and design. They asked me to come down and host a live My Own Garms session with a few brilliant guests to talk about creativity, community and the things we carry.You’ll hear from:Lawrence Midwood, Creative Director at Topologie and former Y-3 designer, talking about process, collaboration and how design actually happens.David Keyte, Co-Founder of Universal Works, on craft, heritage and why physical stores still matter.Cara Hayward, Fashion Director at Gaffer, on styling footballers, print magazines and finding her lane in the industry.Nectar Woode, singer and songwriter, on honesty in her music, community, and the road to her biggest headline show so far.Big thanks to Topologie and Sane Comms for inviting me down, and to everyone who came out on the night.

In this Fit Pic Breakdown mini-episode, Dan Sandison takes us through three looks that mean a lot to him — from childhood nostalgia to Sunday league steeze.We cover: – His first Liverpool shirt bought from a portacabin at Anfield– The vintage Comme des Garçons jacket he stole from his wife– The Pop Trading cap he still grieves– And the five-a-side fit that launched a grassroots football movement in LiverpoolDan also shares the story behind his cover shoot with Héctor Bellerín — how a DM turned into a working relationship, and why Bellerín remains one of the most thoughtful, well-dressed footballers on the planet.Expect Umbro boots, mustard kits, New York-made football shorts, and a full five-a-side fit masterclass.🧥 Looks discussed:– 1992 Liverpool third shirt (Robbie Fowler 23)– Mundial shoot outfit w/ Bellerín (CDG, Pop Trading, APC)– Sunday Best kit (Lyle & Scott, Umbro, Scenes NY)📸 Follow Tom on Instagram: https://instagram.com/grifter_te🧢 Support the pod on Patreon: https://patreon.com/myowngarms

On this episode I’m talking with Dan Sandison. Dan’s a big footy fan who has worked in and around the sport for the last couple of decades. His work has often intersected with the clothing industry and his latest role is with eco-friendly football boot brand Sokito. I’ve only met Dan once before but have always admired his writing, content and outlook on footy and fashion. I’m buzzing to have him as a guest on My Own Garms today.We get into everything from Scouse futurism and McManaman’s cosmic swagger, to Klopp’s Wade Smith glow-up, flannels fit fails, and what it means to actually build the product you used to write about. Dan talks about growing up in a town split between Liverpool and Manchester, his time at Mundial and Hypebeast, and how Sokito is creating boots made of corn, sugarcane and bamboo — worn by Premier League players who actually co-own the brand.🧵 Topics covered:– Liverpool’s fashion legacy & long hair politics– Working at Hypebeast & launching Mundial– Klopp’s evolution from Germanic blazers to Scouse icon– What it’s like to make your own football boots– Flannels fits, tunnel walks & the pressure of drip– Top 3 football boots of all time🛍️ Check out Sokito boots:https://sokito.com🧥 Support the pod on Patreon:https://patreon.com/myowngarms📸 Follow Tom on Instagram:https://instagram.com/grifter_te🧢 Big thanks to Trailberg for sponsoring this series.

In this *Fit Pic Breakdown* mini episode, Seb from Gone Fishing Vintage walks us through some of his favourite looks, from vintage Manchester United kits to sourcing rare Italian pieces in Naples.

We get into:

– Why the Cold Wall trench was “hard” even if he didn’t choose it

– His chain from his mum that hasn’t left his neck in 11 years

– The origin of the *Gone Fishing* name

– A fit that channels full Beckham tekkers

– Digging through Italian warehouses topless to find vintage gold

– Manifesting ice jackets and sourcing stock in 35-degree heat

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**Timestamps / Chapters**

00:00 – The Cold Wall shoot & the fishing rod

01:27 – The chain his mum gave him

02:20 – The real reason behind the name Gone Fishing

04:00 – The hardest fit he’s ever worn

05:45 – Puma, backwards caps & United in 1999

07:00 – Why they’ll never sell City or Liverpool shirts

08:00 – The joy of sourcing in Naples

09:20 – What “digging” really means

10:50 – Manifesting rare pieces like marina tees & ice jackets

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This one’s for the vintage heads and anyone who loves a good story behind a good fit.

On this week’s episode, I’m chatting to Seb Dixon from Gone Fishing Vintage. Gone Fishing sells tons of nice stuff, specialising in vintage Italian designer clothes. If you’ve ever walked down Oldham Street in Manchester’s Northern Quarter, you’ve probably seen it. Seb’s a top fella with a proper passion and care for what he does and I’m buzzing for you lot to hear more about Gone Fishing and where Seb’s deep interest in Garms came from.

We talk about:

• Flying to Naples to meet a supplier from eBay

• The early days: charity shops, Depop, and car boot graft

• Why he fell in love with vintage Stone Island

• The rise of Gone Fishing and how the shop came to be

• What makes a good piece (and why some trends miss)

• Building a community-first business

• And loads of gems on styling, confidence, and personal growth

Follow Seb and Gone Fishing Vintage: instagram.com/gonefishingvintage
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In this Fit Pic Breakdown Bonus Episode, Vinnie from Sneaker Pharm walks us through the evolution of his style — from early Depop digs and Stone Island obsessions to Norbit jackets and GH Bass penny loafers outside his own Manchester store. We get nostalgic over early 2010s techwear, Chinatown, Instagram filters, and a 1990s triple-denim childhood fit that still bangs today.Vinnie reflects on the influence of Asian tailoring, the early days of the Basement, and what it means to actually wear your clothes instead of just flexing them. Recorded at Sneaker Pharm on Dale Street, this one’s a trip through personal history, Manchester style culture, and evolving fashion philosophy.📍 Sneaker Pharm: 28 Dale Street, Manchester👟 Follow Sneaker Pharm: https://www.instagram.com/sneakerpharm#MyOwnGarms #FitPicBreakdown #SneakerPharm #Techwear #StoneIsland #DepopFinds #Norbit #MenswearUK #ManchesterStyle

On this weeks episode, I’m sitting down with footwear wizard Vinnie Tao from Sneaker Pharm. Vinnie loves shoes. Restoring them, tweaking them, Frankensteining em. Anything that’ll give them a longer, better or more loved life. He’s an appreciator of great design and the value that can create in an object and I’m buzzing to chat to him about his combined love of footwear culture and sustainability.If you’re loving this series of My Own Garms and you want to show some love for what we’re doing here. Get over to pattern.com/myowngarms and chuck us a few quid. There’s a few levels depending on how flush your feeling and if you’re skint, that’s cool. We’ll just keep doing what we’re doing anyway. Big shout out to the musicians whose tunes you’ve heard on this series. Ocsar Kenny, Sam Black, Dave Shurr. Very grateful to you lot for sharing your ace music with us. And also a big thanks to Trailberg who are supporting the series. Appreciate you a lot.Right let’s get to it. This is Vinnie Tao on My Own Garms…Vinnie from Sneaker Pharm joins us to talk about repairing kicks, restoring memory, and building a fashion philosophy rooted in punk, purpose, and play. From the smell of waxed jackets to the rise of repair culture, this episode digs into what makes good design last — not just physically, but emotionally. It’s about more than trainers. It’s about the stories they carry.If you love this ep then drop us a comment on YouTube, a review on Apple Podcasts, or a comment on Spotify Get at us on the socials and let us know what you thought, we’re @myowngarms everywhereIf you wanna support us with a little donation head to patron.com/myowngarms If you want to advertise with us, slide into the DMs. We’ll have a chat.My Own Garms is a video podcast. You can watch on ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠. There's gonna be loads of clips on ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Insta⁠⁠ (@myowngarms). But if you just want the audio, then you can find us wherever you usually listen to your podcasts.

In Alina's Fit Pic Breakdown, we sit down to dissect three of her most iconic looks.From climbing a mountain in all-terrain Crocs to rocking Casablanca in the Peak District, Alina shares the stories behind her outfits and how fashion, culture, and heritage shape her personal style.📸 Outfit Breakdown:🔥 Fit Pic 1: Climbing a mountain in Saudi Arabia in Issey Miyake pleats, an abaya from Whitechapel, and CP Company. Modest wear meets techwear in the desert.🔥 Fit Pic 2: 10-year-old Alina in a classic grey Nike sweatsuit – the early days of her love for sportswear.🔥 Fit Pic 3: Casablanca knit in the Peak District – luxury fashion in countryfied settings.🚀 Topics Covered:✔️ Why Issey Miyake pleats are a wardrobe essential✔️ Growing up on sportswear & trackie culture✔️ The crossover between modest wear and high fashion✔️ What makes a fit feel special🔗 Follow Alina:📸 Instagram: @lean0161📩 Subscribe for more deep dives into fashion & culture!If you love this ep, drop us a comment on YouTube, leave a review on Apple Podcasts, or hit us up on Spotify!Follow us on all socials: @myowngarms💰 Want to support the pod? Hit up patreon.com/myowngarms📩 Interested in advertising? Slide into the DMs!🎥 My Own Garms is a video podcast. Watch on Spotify and YouTube, with loads of clips on TikTok and Instagram (@myowngarms). Prefer audio? Find us wherever you get your podcasts.

On this week's ep, I’m chatting to auteur Alina Akbar, aka Lean0161. Alina is an artist from the North West of England. She documents her life and community using photography and filmmaking, AND she also dresses sick. Loads of well-chosen sports and terrace wear worn in really interesting ways, which all, in turn, add to her own sense of story.

I’m buzzing for you lot to hear about Alina’s story and see how clothes have shaped and reflected her life and her art. From documenting communities through her lens to collaborating with brands like C.P. Company and Nike, Alina shares her journey growing up in the North, the role of clothing in her art, and how her Pakistani heritage influences her creative vision.

We also talk Stone Island, tent pegging, and what makes a piece of clothing truly iconic. Tune in for a deep dive into Alina’s world of film, fashion, and self-expression.

Halfway through Series 4 here! Hope you lot are loving it so far. If you are, then you can always leave us a review on Spotify or the Apple Podcasts app. We’ve only got about 4 on there at the moment, so go and show us a bit of love, please. Nice one.

And nice one to Trailberg, who’re supporting Series 4 of the podcast. Really appreciate the belief and the trust they’ve shown, and hopefully, we can do more cool stuff together in the near future.

Right then, let’s get into it. This is Alina Akbar on My Own Garms…

If you love this ep, then drop us a comment on YouTube, a review on Apple Podcasts, or a comment on Spotify. Get at us on the socials and let us know what you thought – we’re @myowngarms everywhere.

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If you want to advertise with us, slide into the DMs. We’ll have a chat.

My Own Garms is a video podcast. You can watch on Spotify and YouTube. There's gonna be loads of clips on TikTokand Insta (@myowngarms). But if you just want the audio, then you can find us wherever you usually listen to your podcasts.

In this episode of Fit Pic Breakdown, we sit down with JoJo Elgarice of Rag Parade Sheffield to dive into three of his most memorable outfits. From rocking Evisu jeans as a teen to styling CP Company’s Mille Miglia jacket, to meeting UK hip-hop legend Skinnyman, JoJo takes us through his fashion evolution.

👕 Outfit Breakdown:
🔥 Look 1: Teenage JoJo in Evisu & vintage finds – was this the start of his fashion obsession?
🔥 Look 2: The CP Company shoot – rocking a Mille Miglia racing jacket & military gear.
🔥 Look 3: Meeting Skinnyman – Wu-Wear, hip-hop, & skate culture influence.

🚀 Topics Covered:
✔️ The golden era of Evisu & early streetwear
✔️ What makes CP Company jackets legendary
✔️ How skateboarding & hip-hop shaped his style
✔️ The funniest (and worst) fashion choices he’s made

🔗 Follow JoJo & Rag Parade:
📸 Instagram: @ragparadesheffield

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🎥 My Own Garms is a video podcast—watch on Spotify & YouTube. Clips on TikTok & Insta (@myowngarms). Or just listen wherever you get your podcasts!