Style and Direction

#TheSaDCast comes in with a discussion about the relationship between music and menswear. Lots of guys take inspiration from musicians, whether its the slick edge of rock to the rugged Americana of folk. However, Ethan has a special relationship with music that you'll have to listen to in order to find out. He even wrote a special version of the main theme just for this episode! Ethan's Essay: htt...

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In this episode, Spencer and Ethan discuss why they hate "stuffiness" (as stated in the podcast motto) and why "slouch" is their go-to word when describing their take on menswear. Slouch involves a lot, from the silhouette of tailoring to the attitude you have when you wear it. This really just means subverting expectations and a lot of #pocketfisting. Ethan's Essay: https://streetxsprezza.wordpre...

Spencer and Ethan discuss the importance of having a POV and desired aesthetic when it comes to menswear! It's an important mindset to develop if you're just starting out or trying to hone in your interests. They also discuss all the style idiosyncrasies of their POV that resulted from years of vintage collecting. Show Notes: https://streetxsprezza.wordpress.com/2021/01/24/having-a-style-pov-a-des...

Producers Matt and MJ join Spencer and Ethan to talk about New Year's Resolutions (both in life and menswear) and Spencer's trip to the Grand Canyon! Subscribe to our Patreon for the full episode: https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/ Follow us on Instagram! Style & Direction: https://www.instagram.com/styleanddirection/ Ethan: https://www.instagram.com/ethanmwong/ Spencer: https://www.instag...

The boys spend an hour discussion different ways to keep that (trouser) waist snatched! They discuss the excellent drape you get from braces, how side adjusters keep the waistband clean, and the personality and mid-century charm of a thin belt (which is our favorite). Ethan's Essay: https://streetxsprezza.wordpress.com/2021/01/10/a-snatched-waist-or-on-the-subject-of-leather-belts/ Support us on P...

We're finishing off the year with a topic that we've teased about in previous episodes: Influencers. It's a big one, as I'm sure a lot of people have wondered what our goals and views are for social media. Here's the secret: we don't really care. We just want to post fits and cool photos whenever we want! Ethan's Essay: https://streetxsprezza.wordpress.com/ Support us on Patreon and join the Disco...

In this bonus episode, Spencer, Ethan, MJ, and Matt have a fun conversation about what they miss from the movies, what they wore to Friendsgiving, and what would make a great Christmas Present. We hope you all have a very safe and happy holiday! Subscribe to our Patreon for the full episode: https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/ Follow us on Instagram! Style & Direction: https://www.instagram...

The short answer to the title topic is yes, but the true answer, particularly for us is a bit nuanced. It requires a bit of context, leading us to talk about our lifestyles, income, and career aspirations. Once that's settled, we're able to talk about how we've acquired our wardrobe, which primarily leans on vintage and second hand clothing rather than luxury items. It's a great conversation that...

It's our long awaited take on watches, featuring the return of our own British-accented watch enthusiast pal, Aldous! After catching up on his menswear journey, we discuss horology: the culture, the designs we enjoy, and the few that we own and wear ourselves. It's a good one! Show notes: https://streetxsprezza.wordpress.com/2020/11/29/im-not-a-watch-guy-i-swear/ Support us on Patreon: https://www...

The next bonus episode is here and it features a very lengthy conversation about Drake's. It's really been an inspiration for our personal style and photography, but it has gone through a few changes and offerings over the years. This is just a snippet of our candid discussion on this beloved menswear brand! Subscribe to our Patreon for the full episode! https://patreon.com/styleanddirection Initi...

In a world where navy blazers and grey sportcoats are touted as basics every man should own, there is one that stands out: the Brown Checked Jacket. This episode is all about that beloved jacket and its multitudes of variations, each with it's own character and vibe. The jacket goes with everything and is equally classic and slouchy, which is why we talked about it for an hour. Ethan's Essay: http...

It's starting to get cold (kinda), so we thought it would be fun to discuss our favorite headwear that coincidentally starts with a "B"...and the fedora, I guess. We talk about their practicality, the vibe each one presents, and the ones we currently own. Show notes: https://streetxsprezza.wordpress.com/2020/11/01/sadcast-show-notes-b-headwear/ Special thanks to our sponsor, The Put This On Shop!...

Enjoy a preview of a new entry in the SaDHead bonus feed: a roundtable discussion on...anything, starring Ethan, Spencer, and their producers Matt & MJ. In this episode, we tackle action figure collecting, utility vs. aesthetics, and more! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/ Follow us on Instagram! Style & Direction: https://www.instagram.com/styleanddirection/ Ethan:...

Ethan & Spencer talk about one of the preppiest things imaginable: the Navy Blazer with Brass Buttons. It's something that seems daunting and perhaps specific, but it's actually quite versatile- you just need to lean into the vibes or subvert it completely. Listen to us talk about the SB and DB versions, how we wear it, and the fact that it's currently "trending" in classic menswear! Ethan's Essay...

Today we're discussing a topic Ethan wrote about in the past: the wide legged trouser. It's something that a majority of guys have an issue with, whether its done casually or within tailoring. We argue that it's one of the best ways to pull off classic menswear, as it provides a slouchy, louche silhouette that subverts conventional men's style. Special thanks to our sponsor, The Put This On Shop!...

This is our last movie style review pod for a while! You can hear the full episode on our patreon. Ethan and Spencer discuss Giorgio Armani's vision of 1930's menswear in Brian De Palma's 1987 flick "The Untouchables". Unfortunately, like most other period films, the costuming leaves a lot to be desired. It's also not the best film, but its quite campy- it's pretty much the original Gangster Squad...

#TheSaDCast has made it to 50 episodes! To celebrate, Ethan shares his style evolution and how his multiple interests lead to some personality anxiety that really only dissipated recently. It's all apart of the journey to self conscious to dress like the person he had always imagined. Spencer also adds to the subject as well, though obviously, like Raj before him, he had a better handle on it. Sho...

Today we're talking about sneakers on the pod! It's a subject that like shorts, can be a bit touchy for hardcore classic menswear guys who prefer to wear more formal pieces. However, as you will soon discover, sneakers are cool! Spencer & Ethan discuss the different vibes of sneakers in classic menswear, what their favorites are, and what they wear them with. Show notes: https://streetxsprezza.wor...

Here's a sneak peek of our Patron exclusive bonus episode! Full episode available to our Patrons (as well as our Discord). The subject is Connery's fifth (but not final) Bond flick: You Only Live Twice. It's a fun movie that is Ethan's favorite, despite not having very much menswear. We still talk about the outfits we do see, as well as some snippets about the film, it's score, and Bond in general...

Ethan preaches the gospel of the Button-Pocket Harmony, a detail he loves where the final button on the jacket is on nearly the same horizontal plane as the pocket. It's something that has guided his purchases since he started buying menswear! The boys talk about why its an important detail, not just for visual proportions, but because it's good to have standards when buying. In the latter half, E...

In this episode, Ethan and Spencer talk about shorts! It's a garment that menswear guys tend to avoid (since pants are more interesting), but with the right mindset, you can definitely embrace shorts in classic menswear. We start it by talking about the different styles of shorts there are and finish with how we like to wear them! They certainly are appropriate for anything we wear from workwear t...

It's here- the Second Part of our interview and discussion with Yung Chomsky, the producer of the TrueAnon podcast and an ardent menswear enthusiast. This time we drill down on a few heavy topics like the Aesthetics of a Left Movement, Reclaiming/Decontextualizing Classic Menswear, and of course, Ethical Consumption under Capitalism. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did; it was really important...

If you're reading this, then you're not a patron of our Patreon. But don't worry; here's a sneak peak of that exclusive bonus episode which is all about what Spencer and Ethan wore on their past birthdays! Some of the outfits are cringey, but it really just shows how much our style has evolved drastically over the years. Be sure to read the show notes for a written rundown and keep an eye out for...

Woah, #TheSaDCast has it's first guest on in a couple of years! It's none other than our pal Yung Chomksy, the producer of the TrueAnon Podcast and a fellow menswear enthusiast. We brought him on to talk about his own menswear journey, how it aligns with his (and our) leftist politics, and how people of his political cohort (especially on twitter) view his attire. And that's only PART ONE of our d...