Style and Direction

Nov 29 2024 186 ep. 60 mins 157

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A podcast about classic and vintage menswear, but without the stuffiness! Join menswear enthusiasts Ethan, Spencer, and MJ as they talk about their personal style, the state of men's fashion, and even talk turkey with some stylish guests! Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar

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B54 PREVIEW: The Menswear in The Maltese Falcon (1941)

Nov 29 2024 11 mins

The SaDBoys finally watch the John Huston's noir classic: The Maltese Falcon! We discuss it's fantastic cinematography, snappy dialogue and of course, the fantastic menswear. Leave it to Bogey to make a pinstripe suit and fedora feel so easy to wear! Listen to this short preview and join the patreon for the full episode. Blog Post: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2024/11/29/the-mens

E131: The OTHER Things Menswear Has Taught Us

Nov 21 2024 63 mins

In this episode we talk about the OTHER things being into Menswear has taught us. We don't just mean an appreciation for watches and furniture but in deeper topics such as the importance of introspection, honing self-expression, labor practices, and a variety of introspective and ultimately progressive things! Who would've thought that our silly little hobby would lead us here? E

E130: Ethan In NYC, 2024 Edition

Nov 04 2024 87 mins

Ethan tells us all about his epic NYC trip! He shares his experience attending the Permanent Style x Rubato Party at J. Mueser, hanging out with the Male Fashion Advice Discord, and two full weekends at Alfargo's Marketplace! Ethan's Blog: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2024/11/04/ethan-in-nyc-2024-the-best-one-yet/ Support us on Patreon and join the Discord: https://www.patreon.c

B53 PREVIEW: The Menswear In Secret of the Incas (1954)

Oct 28 2024 12 mins

We look at the 1954 film that inspired Indiana Jones and it is....a drag. It's a boring film without a semblance of adventure. The menswear on the other hand is pretty good! It's easy to see why Spielberg saw this film and decided to copy Steele's look: a leather jacket, officer pinks, and a big fedora. There's also a few other cool looks too! It's just a shame the movie sucks. E

E129: The Other Menswear In Indiana Jones (The Franchise)

Oct 22 2024 104 mins

Part 2 of our coverage of Indiana Jones is here! It's clear that Indy isn't the only well dressed character in the franchise! There's a whole slew of great outfits to be found, like the ivy of his father Dr. Henry Jones Sr., the greaser look on his son Mutt (ripped from Marlon Brando), and of course Sallah's summer tailoring. We discuss all of the non-Indy Vintage Menswear found in

E128: The Style of Indiana Jones

Oct 08 2024 95 mins

This is Part 1 of our two part series on Indiana Jones, with this one focusing specifically on the adventuring archaeologist. We LOVE this franchise as its a fantastic example of character based costuming, with each detail sharing something about the person as well as the era it is set in. The SaDBoys dive deep on everything Indy wears, from his crazy big sable fedora and his A-2 l

B52 PREVIEW: The Menswear In South Pacific (1958)

Sep 22 2024 15 mins

The boys discuss Ethan's Hawaiian vacation and whether or not a hot dog is a sandwich. And then they all take a trip to Bali Ha'i and discuss the milsurpy glory of the menswear in South Pacific! Show Notes: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2024/09/22/the-menswear-in-south-pacific-1958/ Support us on Patreon and join the Discord: https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/ Follow us o

B51 PREVIEW: The Red Shoes (1948)

Sep 02 2024 17 mins

We finally watched The Red Shoes and fell in love with its glorious vintage menswear. Its an Apparel Arts-lovers dream with its various takes on tailoring, superb casual attire, and of course, ICONIC two lounge wear outfits that is unlike anything we've ever seen in a film. "The Red Shoes" is bound to inspire a few fits before summer comes to a close. Overall, we get pretty in-dept

E127: Ode To The Pinstripe & Chalkstripe Suit

Aug 25 2024 75 mins

We return to discussing our obsessions with specific garments with a new episode on the Pinstripe and Chalkstripe Suit. It's a garment oozes confidence and power thanks to its history of being worn by businessmen, criminals, and myriad of well dressed men over the years. Spencer and Ethan share their own takes on this iconic pattern as they get into its attitude, how you can subver

E126: Acting on Inspiration

Aug 12 2024 84 mins

This next episode is all about Inspiration: mainly where we get it and how we act on it! After all, being into fashion is really about *acting* on Inspo. It could be replicating an outfit you saw online, being enamored with a combo in a painting, or trying to capture the vibe of a photograph. We also discuss how Ethan is obsessed with Inspo and how it plays into his neverending bac