Style and Direction

Ethan and Spencer

A podcast about classic and vintage menswear, but…

  • 1 hour 31 minutes
    E134: Personal Style Is Dead. Long Live Personal Style!
    Personal Style is Dead...at least thats what all the publications, critics, and influencers say. The SaDBoys dive deep into this topic, discussing how much of the Algorithm is to blame, how the term is simply a commodified trend, and how Personal Style will always be around! Ethan's Essay: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2025/02/16/personal-style-is-dead-long-live-personal-style/ Support us on Patreon and join the Discord: https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/ Follow us on Instagram! www.instagram.com/styleanddirection/ www.instagram.com/ethanmwong/ www.instagram.com/spencerdso/ www.instagram.com/awyeahmj Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar
    16 February 2025, 10:26 pm
  • 14 minutes 20 seconds
    B56 PREVIEW: B56: The Menswear In A Complete Unknown (2024)
    In this bonus episode, the boys talk about A Compete Unknown, the movie where Timmy Chalomet steps into Bob Dylan's shoes! We talk about our experience with Dylan's music, how Ethan saw it four times, and most importantly, how the movie expertly captures Dylan's fashion progression in the early to mid 60s. Subscribe on Patreon for the full episode and join the Discord: https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/ Blog Post: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2025/02/03/im-literally-him-the-menswear-of-bob-dylan-a-complete-unknown-2024/ Follow us on Instagram! www.instagram.com/styleanddirection/ www.instagram.com/ethanmwong/ www.instagram.com/spencerdso/ www.instagram.com/awyeahmj Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar
    4 February 2025, 6:14 am
  • 1 hour 23 minutes
    E133: TikTok Bullying & The 2025 In/Out List
    In this episode we do as the title says! The boys discuss how Tiktok hates their fits, Ethan tells us what he menswear made the cut when evacuating, and most excitingly, we all share our In/Out (or Blesssed/Cursed) lists for 2025. Some of the takes may be lukewarm and some may be hot— you'll have to let us know which is which (and share your own)! Show Notes: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2025/01/25/tiktok-hate-packing-to-evacuate-and-our-2025-in-out-list/ Support us on Patreon and join the Discord: https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/ Follow us on Instagram! www.instagram.com/styleanddirection/ www.instagram.com/ethanmwong/ www.instagram.com/spencerdso/ www.instagram.com/awyeahmj Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar
    25 January 2025, 7:49 pm
  • 1 hour 6 minutes
    E132: A New Format, Jean Talk, and Ethan Lengthens His Pants
    It's a new year and that means a new format! Instead of big philosophical discussions, we're getting a bit more casual on the pod. MJ talks about his recent obsession with jeans while Spencer shares how he's taking a break from them. Ethan also talks about jeans (dying them), his short work trip to is NYC trip, and how he's embracing a bit of trouser break by lengthening all of his pants! Show Notes: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2025/01/13/sadcast-show-notes-a-new-format-jean-talk-ethans-pants-and-vintage-university-inspo/ Ethan's Blog on Lengthening His Pants: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2025/01/13/a-little-bit-of-trouser-length/ Support us on Patreon and join the Discord: https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/ Follow us on Instagram! www.instagram.com/styleanddirection/ www.instagram.com/ethanmwong/ www.instagram.com/spencerdso/ www.instagram.com/awyeahmj Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar
    14 January 2025, 7:49 am
  • 18 minutes 45 seconds
    B55 PREVIEW: The Menswear In The Shop Around the Corner (1940)
    This is a clip of the latest Bonus pod! For the full episode, please subscribe on a Patreon. The SaD boys celebrate the Season by watching "The Shop Around the Corner"! They discuss the great menswear in this 40s romcom, from the high amount of morning dress/stroller suits to Jimmy Stewart's immaculate double-breasted suit. Maybe next year we can watch "You've Got Mail" and compare the two? Show Notes: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2024/12/23/the-menswear-in-the-shop-around-the-corner-1940/ Support us on Patreon and join the Discord: https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/ Follow us on Instagram! www.instagram.com/styleanddirection/ www.instagram.com/ethanmwong/ www.instagram.com/spencerdso/ www.instagram.com/awyeahmj Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar
    23 December 2024, 11:03 pm
  • 11 minutes 21 seconds
    B54 PREVIEW: The Menswear in The Maltese Falcon (1941)
    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-menswear-in-the-maltese-falcon-1941/ Support us on Patreon for the full episode and join the Discord: https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/ Follow us on Instagram! www.instagram.com/styleanddirection/ www.instagram.com/ethanmwong/ www.instagram.com/spencerdso/ www.instagram.com/awyeahmj Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar
    29 November 2024, 7:46 pm
  • 1 hour 3 minutes
    E131: The OTHER Things Menswear Has Taught Us
    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? Ethan's Essay: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2024/11/21/the-other-things-menswear-has-taught-me/ Support us on Patreon and join the Discord: https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/ Follow us on Instagram! www.instagram.com/styleanddirection/ www.instagram.com/ethanmwong/ www.instagram.com/spencerdso/ www.instagram.com/awyeahmj Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar
    21 November 2024, 10:39 pm
  • 1 hour 27 minutes
    E130: Ethan In NYC, 2024 Edition
    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.com/styleanddirection/ Follow us on Instagram! www.instagram.com/styleanddirection/ www.instagram.com/ethanmwong/ www.instagram.com/spencerdso/ www.instagram.com/awyeahmj Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar
    4 November 2024, 10:51 pm
  • 12 minutes 50 seconds
    B53 PREVIEW: The Menswear In Secret of the Incas (1954)
    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. Ethan's Essay: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2024/10/28/the-basis-for-indiana-jones-the-secret-of-the-incas-1954/ Support us on Patreon and join the Discord: https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/ Follow us on Instagram! www.instagram.com/styleanddirection/ www.instagram.com/ethanmwong/ www.instagram.com/spencerdso/ www.instagram.com/awyeahmj Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar
    29 October 2024, 6:17 am
  • 1 hour 44 minutes
    E129: The Other Menswear In Indiana Jones (The Franchise)
    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 this beloved franchise, ranging from his intrepid sidekicks to the relic seeking adversaries. Clothing is clearly a major reason behind why we love this series! Ethan's Essay: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2024/10/22/the-other-menswear-in-indiana-jones/ Support us on Patreon and join the Discord: https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/ Follow us on Instagram! www.instagram.com/styleanddirection/ www.instagram.com/ethanmwong/ www.instagram.com/spencerdso/ www.instagram.com/awyeahmj Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar
    23 October 2024, 1:51 am
  • 1 hour 35 minutes
    E128: The Style of Indiana Jones
    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 leather jacket to his penchant for bowties and fleck suits. We also compare his attire to period examples like Golden Age adventure films as well as regular people in the 1930s-1950s who wore leather jackets and fedoras. It's a great episode that we hope you'll enjoy! Ethan's Essay: https://alittlebitofrest.com/2024/10/08/the-style-of-indiana-jones-and-why-i-love-it/ Support us on Patreon and join the Discord: https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/ Follow us on Instagram! www.instagram.com/styleanddirection/ www.instagram.com/ethanmwong/ www.instagram.com/spencerdso/ www.instagram.com/awyeahmj Podcast is produced by MJ Kintanar
    8 October 2024, 7:00 pm
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