Style and Direction

How do you pick the “right” shoe for an outfit? Is it about formality? Color? Or the subculture or genre we’re trying to play up? We discuss it all on the latest episode of the podcast, going into our favorite pairs and even the little footwear rules and guidelines we give ourselves that ultimately play a part in our Personal Style.

Ethan's Essay: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2024/04/09/how-i-think-about-shoes-picking-the-right-one/

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Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar

In this new bonus episode, the boys take a little field trip down nostalgia lane and discuss the style in Inspector Gadget— specifically the 1999 live action version starring Matthew Broderick. While the movie isn't great and certainly deviated from the classic cartoon look, we can't deny that there is something special about the live action Inspector. In fact, it may actually be Ethan's first foray into not only noticing differentiating details but into doing "cosplay" in real life...

Show notes: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2024/04/02/the-menswear-of-inspector-gadget-1999/

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In this bonus episode, we take a look at the 1950's clothing in L.A Confidential. With Exley's version of Ivy, Vincennes's hollywood-esque style, and Bud White's almost militaristic brown tones, this film is an excellent example of both character-based dresing and accurate period styling. It's also a fantastic noir (which we should make more of today)!

Listen to the beginning now and subscribe on Patreon for the full episode (and for access to our Discord): https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/

Show notes: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2024/03/11/the-menswear-in-l-a-confidential-1997/

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Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar

Our first guest of 2024 is here! It's Chadbourne Oliver, better known as @alltimedarling . Hailing from NYC, Chad is a corporate guy who moonlights as a vintage seller, alterationist (if he's got time), and a musician! And crazily enough, we became friends through Tiktok, the latest platform for fashion mfers to indulge themselves. We talk about how his punk past (which seems to be at theme among menswear cohorts), his finds at estate sales, how he's been teaching himself how to tailor, and the part that Tiktok plays in his hobby.

Show notes: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2024/03/04/chad-the-all-time-darling/

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Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar

Dating Attire is the topic of discussion! We talk about the "struggle" of wearing classic menswear when we go out, what we think we look good in, and the reception we've gotten from our matches and partners. It's a fun topic, mainly because we are fully aware of the fact that suits and ties aren't the most ideal thing to wear when trying to impress someone. Hell, it may not even be great to wear even when you're already in a relationship! But we're gonna do it anyway ;)

Ethan's Essay: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2024/02/19/what-i-wear-on-dates/

Support us on Patreon and join the Discord: https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/

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Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar

The Holdovers might be the best menswear movie of 2023. Hell if we're not counting Wes Anderson flicks, it may be the best one in a while. We know it's a bit late but that's because our discussion coincides with Spencer's solo trip to Boston, which was semi-inspired by the third act of the film. We talk about what Spencer did, what he packed to brave the REAL cold, and of course the stellar ivy looks in The Holdovers.

Listen to the first few minutes now and subscribe on Patreon for the full episode! https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/

Blog post: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2024/02/06/the-menswear-in-the-holdovers-2023/

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Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar

Outerwear, specifically big coats, is the topic for the latest pod! Big outerwear is one of the best reasons (and benefits) to wear menswear as it changes the vibe of an outfit, literally swallowing it up in cloth and providing some extra slouch or structure, depending on what style you go with. We discuss it all, especially the fact that we love Big Outerwear despite living in Southern California.

Ethan's Essay: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2024/01/30/the-apotheosis-of-wearing-big-outerwear/

Support us on Patreon and join the Discord: https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/

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@SpencerDSO

Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar

In the latest pod, we talk about an element of expression that isn't exactly a garment but still plays into our overall style: hair! With distinct facial hair and hairstyles being tied to certain eras, subcultures, and overall vibes, it is no surprise that it can be something we can leverage when having fun with our POV and expression. Let's talk hair!

Ethan's Essay: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2024/01/14/the-thing-about-hair-on-the-face-head/

Support us on Patreon and join the Discord: https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/

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Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar

Bradley Cooper's Maestro is our last movie-menswear movie bonus pod of the year! We discuss the film and how it stacks up to Tár in terms of portraying a conductor/composer. We also dive into the style of both IRL and Film Lenny Bernstein, who dressed with ease in what seems to be EVERY possible facet of menswear. It seems that Summer needs to sing in you not just to make music, but to get a fit off.

This is just the first few minutes of the bonus pod, so you'll have to subscribe on Patreon for the full listen!

Ethan's Essay: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2023/12/26/the-menswear-of-leonard-bernstein-maestro-2023/

Subscribe on patreon for the full episode as well as access to our Discord!

https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/

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Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar

After dedicating episodes to Spencer and MJ's personal style this year, we decided to finish off 2023 with an interview with our very own Ethan. Even though every episode touches on his philosophy on getting dressed (for fun), this one puts [most] of his thoughts on one podcast. We specifically discuss his interest in connecting menswear to art/music, what elements of his life has lead to his current mindset, and why he just wants to wear what he has for as long as possible. It's a really good one that serves as a bit of a capstone to the current era of the pod!

Ethan's Essay: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2023/12/02/on-ethan-style-the-pursuit-of-cultural-patina/

Support us on Patreon and join the Discord: https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/

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@StyleandDirection

@EthanMWong

@SpencerDSO

@AwYeahMJ

Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar