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In conversation with Ondine on how her experience working on design teams at fashion houses led to collecting and selling designer vintage, listening to what designers have to say, why she chooses the designers she collects, Rick Owens and the world he creates, researching the historical context of archives and antiques, what makes an archive piece hold its value, her holy grail, the current state of fashion and resale and so much more
Spring art week just wrapped in New York City. Known for its extravagant floral displays and signature oysters and champagne, TEFAF is the fair with a vibe. This year, 91 exhibitors from 13 countries presented everything from antiquities to modern and contemporary art and design at the stately Park Avenue Armory. There's a real sense of passion here— dealers are eager to share the stories behind their works. Which brings us to today's episode, recorded live at the Thrill of the Chase panel with three very different cultural omnivores who personify Tefaf's ethos which span centuries and styles. Jeanne Greenberg Rohatyn‘s gallery Salon 94, has long blurred the lines between art and design. Housed in a Beaux-Arts townhouse on the Upper East Side she has presented everything from Rick Owens furniture to the recent Kennedy Yanko solo exhibitions. Adam Charlap Hyman, co-founder of Charlap Hyman & Herrero, brings a sweeping vision to interiors, furniture, architecture, and opera sets. He also curates, most recently Glass Subjects at R & Company which is currently on view. Alexandra Cunningham Cameron, Curator of Contemporary Design at the Cooper Hewitt, began her career in literature before turning to storytelling through objects. Her work explores symbolism, inclusion, and cultural memory. Together, they explore what makes an object irresistible. Is it beauty, rarity—or the story it tells? In this conversation, Artnet Studio's William Van Meter dig into the thrill of discovery, the elusive “X factor,” and how great objects help shape layered narratives.
You could have heard this episode early and had access to giveaways on our HeroHero: https://herohero.co/pokHello Everyone! On this Episode Sol and Michael sit down with Luke of Lukes NYC. We talk about being an unc, scaling a business, getting tricked into tattooing a very large garfield on your head, rocket launchers, how much Luke really loves and respects Rick Owens and wants to wear it all the time, the largest prime number Sol can think of, and much more!We had a lot of fun recording this one and I'm sure you'll have a lot of fun listening!-MichaelSol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a month Links: Instagram TikTok Twitter/X Sol's Substack (One Size Fits All) Sol's Instagram Michael's Instagram Michael's TikTok
Subscribe to Throwing Fits on Substack. Our interview with Steff Yotka is one click away. Steff—global editorial director of i-D Magazine—was finally tracked down to chat problem solving with layers, The RealReal's one male mannequin, a scene report from Supreme's Miami store opening, god punishing her for being a poseur, setting the vibe at work without micromanaging, undercover girlbossing, the chic and based ends of the spectrum, traipsing through Europe, her personal brand, good headshots, print media needs information and density, casting an unknown teen cover star for a magazine relaunch, Prince is the GOAT, meeting Rei Kawakubo, bottling whatever Rick Owens has, putting people on is the mission, how to pitch, work-life balance and burnout, prioritizing colleagues over the job itself, her favorite fashion writers working right now, coming up at Vogue, fashion is a human industry, staying soft in a hard world, hydration, snacks and bathroom access are what matters at a fashion show, focusing on the designer carousel is missing the point, how to sneak backstage, the other fashion week, destination shows, New Jersey mall culture molded her, her father is a male model nepo parent, marrying a butcher and much more on Steff Yotka's interview with The Only Podcast That Matters™.
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We are back with Philippe Pourhashemi to review the women's Fall / Winter 2025 season. We discuss the debuts of Veronica Leoni at Calvin Klein, Haider Ackermann at Tom Ford, Sarah Burton at Givenchy, and Julian Klausner at Dries Van Noten. We also give our impressions of what is likely to be the last collection of Daniel Lee at Burberry, and dive into the shows of Undercover, Rick Owens, Comme des Garçons and more.Support the show
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You could have heard this episode early and had access to giveaways on our HeroHero!This week, Sol and Michael sit down with Bryan Jimenèz, a New York based designer whose sampling, patterning, and referencing make him one of the most exciting young designers in the city. The trio talk about Bryan's inspirations, some of the challenges of scaling a brand, boxing, the other creatives he lives and works with, creating clothes that feel authentically lived-in while still being new, attending and selling at Paris Fashion Week, being stocked at SSENSE, and so much more!We hope you enjoy - we had a wonderful time recording.SolSol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a month Links: Instagram TikTok Twitter/X Sol's Substack (One Size Fits All) Sol's Instagram Michael's Instagram Michael's TikTok
Jump in with Carlos Juico and Gavin Ruta on episode 226 of Jumpers Jump. This episode we discuss: Unique names, Playboi Carti new album review, Carti blood moon theory, Lady Gaga SNL ritual, JT dinner with Rick Owens, Ghost spotted during campfire, Ghost appears during ceremony, BJ Penn theory discussion, Valkyrae and Cinna streaming incident, Silhouette of ghost in the Philippines, Simulators in the future, What is happiness, Flash games as a kid, Solo trip stories, Scariest movie premiere, Imposter syndrome, Finding confidence in yourself, Importance of security, Demonic concert noises and much more! Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://SHOPIFY.COM/jumpers Follow the podcast: @JumpersPodcast Follow Carlos: @CarlosJuico Follow Gavin: @GavinRutaa Check out the podcast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/JumpersJumpYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Subscribe to our HeroHero for the full episode and a chance to win a Blackmerle field shirt!On this HeroHero-exclusive episode of the podcast, Sol and Michael announce a giveaway, try to big dog each other over pairs of pants, talk about the variety (or lack thereof) in their wardrobes, think about their next purchases (if any), discuss the ongoing conversation regarding racism in the archive community, examine who get access to what (shocker, it's the hyper-wealthy), and, finally, pick their most and least favorite outfits from the month.Hope you enjoy!SolSol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a month Links: Instagram TikTok Twitter/X Sol's Substack (One Size Fits All) Sol's Instagram Michael's Instagram Michael's TikTok
Want to support the podcast and hear episodes early? Subscribe to our HeroHero!This week, Sol and Michael are joined by the founders of Blackmerle, the South Korea-based brand making some of our favorite clothes of 2025. Tune into the podcast to hear the boys chat with Terry and Justice about how they approach design, how they choose materials, popups, their event at Komune, what they wish they could make, masculine cues in an outfit, double cuffs, color choice, rare Japanese fabrics, uniform dressing, jewelry creation, and why the brand started!Thank you again to the Blackmerle team for trusting us with such a wonderful interview! We hope you enjoy!SolSol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a month Links: Instagram TikTok Twitter/X Sol's Substack (One Size Fits All) Sol's Instagram Michael's Instagram Michael's TikTok
You can get access to our Rick Owens beanie giveaway and hear episodes early at our HeroHero!Hi everyone!On this episode, Sol and Michael bring back the listener question format from earlier PoK seasons! Tune in as they discuss Sol's theory of the four quadrants of clothing, Discwoman, Sweat Equity, the underground warehouse raves of pre-COVID Brooklyn, fast fashion, finance bros, cabaret laws, how to get cheap raw denim, Mercari / Yahoo Japan, how clothing has changed to accommodate for a fitpic, underrated style icons, and so much more!Hope you enjoy the episode, and lots of love!SolSol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a month Links: Instagram TikTok Twitter/X Sol's Substack (One Size Fits All) Sol's Instagram Michael's Instagram Michael's TikTok
On this episode of Season 12, Sol and Michael sit down to discuss Michael's recent trip to China (a three week excursion which saw Michael discover what might be the best clothing store in the country), differences in the fashion scenes between the US and China, Sol's Substack, serial killers and doing thing with zeal, and the changing face of who's impacting the clothing and fashion world (hint: it's changing from Kanye/Playboi Carti/Travis Scott to people like IShowSpeed and Kai Cenat).We hope you enjoy - I loved recording this one!Lots of love!SolSol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a month Links: Instagram TikTok Twitter/X Sol's Substack (One Size Fits All) Sol's Instagram Michael's Instagram Michael's TikTok
We are back with the journalist and critic Philippe Pourhashemi to review the Fall / Winter 2025 men's season. We discuss the Setchu runway debut at Pitti Uomo in Florence, and touch upon the meaning of and the need to put on a fashion show, Peter Copping's debut at Lanvin, the new direction at Dries Van Noten, and the shows of Auralee, Comme des Garçons, Rick Owens, and more. We talk about the continuous grotesquery at LVMH, as well as our surprise reactions to the latest collections from Kim Jones and Prada.Support the show
Bella Freud runs the fashion brand of the same name, is the great-granddaughter of Sigmund, and host of the very popular podcast Fashion Neurosis, where she invites guests like Rick Owens or Cate Blanchet to lie on her couch and have a chat. We spoke with her from her kitchen about customizing one's garage, Honda pickup trucks, hosting her podcast inside her house, her love of mayonnaise, your house doesn't smell like cigarettes if you roll your own, meditating with audiobooks, assisting Vivienne Westwood, how to get rid of old clothes, her psychoanalysis/interview style, Cate Blanchett's slippers, what she listens to while taking cold showers, and we dream about dream guests. instagram.com/bella_freud twitter.com/donetodeath twitter.com/themjeans howlonggone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In conversation with the incredible Fiona of London's legendary vintage store Rellik growing up in Australia in the 70s and using patterns to make her own clothes, going to Central Saint Martins in the 80s, her introduction to Portobello Market and starting her own stall in 1995, at that time selling young upcoming designers clothes along with vintage and upcycling, the fashion buyers and designers who would come to the market, how her pieces ended up in Hong Kong Department store Joyce and Topshop, Getting her shop where Rellik still resides today, the increase of Stylists pulling full vintage looks from Rellik, underrated UK designers, her love for Rick Owens, the future of fashion and so much more
Rein in die Soße meine Brathers und Schwesters wollen wir doch mal sehen wem heute zuerst das Zwerchfell bricht. Nicos Lungenephysem rollt sich an einem Fliesentisch filterlose, während die anderen beiden Schmutzfinken ihre neuesten Rick Owens kopps diskutieren. Justus klärt über seine tragische Goodiebag Kindheit auf, ilkan gründet eine Partei und Nico macht Verlustgeschäfte mit schwer verunreinigten Rudermaschinen. Kann er das Ruder im kek Versteck trotzdem rumreißen und euch vor Justus völlig pointenlosen Ablage-Stories bewahren? Ihr wollt diesen Podcast untersützen. https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/daskekversteck/subscribe
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To support the pod, listen to the full episode, and get access to our giveaways, subscribe to our HeroHero!The boys are rounding out the season with their new instant classic, Shock Collar Fashion Trivia! Borne from the depths of Sol's brain at 3 AM, the game revolves around fashion history questions from our wonderful friend (who has asked to remain anonymous)!Tune in as the boys stumble their way through questions about Rick Owens, SS/01-02 Raf Simons, the Battle of Versailles, Marc Jacobs, CP Company, grunge, Vogue, and so much more!We hope you enjoy, and thank you for such a wonderful season!SolSol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a month Links: Instagram TikTok Twitter/X Sol's Instagram Michael's Instagram Michael's TikTok
You could have heard this episode early and have a chance to win this episode's giveaway on our HeroHero! Sol and Michael are back for a boys episode! Tune in as the duo discuss the meet me on ORCHARD popup, unique styles (big shoutout to Sol's friend Canute), the infamous H&M Margiela belt jacket, screenprinting, most of the insane Brooklyn merch flow through an older Jewish man's shop, gossip about Michele Lamy and Tyrone Dylan, style v. fashion, and so much more!Enjoy! Lots of love! Don't forget - the giveaway closes next Monday!SolSol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a month Links: Instagram TikTok Twitter/X Sol's Instagram Michael's Instagram Michael's TikTok
Jump in with Carlos Juico and Gavin Ruta on episode 211 of Jumpers Jump. This episode we discuss: Making life cinematic, Raf movie explained, Looksmaxing theory, Ai theories, Dead internet theory, Future of social media, Simulation theories, Wicked movie theories, Rick Owens witch wife, Witches takeover, The Wizard of Oz theories, Floating down the stairs as a child theory, Dreams, Glitches in the Matrix, Serbian film true story, We were caught in a true crime case, Source code movie, Time travelling mentally, Spiritual dimensions, Bible theory, Sleeping theory, Pink Floyd Wizard of Oz coincidence and much more! Follow the podcast: @JumpersPodcast Follow Carlos: @CarlosJuico Follow Gavin: @GavinRutaa Check out the podcast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/JumpersJumpYT DraftKings is offering a warm welcome to new players with ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS INSTANTLY IN CASINO CREDITS with just a ten dollar wager. Plus, EVERYONE can get in on the action with a holiday reward every week! So, sign up with code JUMPPOD because the holiday cheer is here! Only on DraftKings Casino. Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred GAMBLER. In Connecticut, help is available for problem gambling call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven sevenseven seven or visit C C P G dot org. Please play responsibly. Twenty-one plus. Physically present in Connecticut, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia only. Void in Ontario. Eligibility restrictions apply. New customers only. Opt-in required. Casino Credits are non-withdrawable and expire in one hundred sixty eight hours. Terms at casino dot draftkings dot com slash promos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
You could have heard this episode early on our HeroHero!Sol and Michael are back for a boys episode! Join the boys as they talk about designers as public figures, the debate over the misogyny (or lack thereof) of McQueen's work, social media causing a race to the bottom for archive resellers, the politicization of Rick Owens' work (for good reason), what the 'right' price for a t-shirt is, and the horror movies that the boys think will influence a new generation of designers!We hope you enjoy!Lots of love,SolSol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a month Links: Instagram TikTok Twitter/X Sol's Instagram Michael's Instagram Michael's TikTok
We're doing our first in-person event! We'll be taking over 70 Hester Street on November 22nd and 23rd for 'meet me on ORCHARD', an exhibition that celebrates the vibrant cultural evolution of the Lower East Side, a neighborhood that has stood as a beacon of creativity for over 40 years. An opening will be held from 7-10PM on the 22nd with music, free refreshments, and (of course!) the wonderful art.RSVP Here!Join Sol and Michael and they chat with the incredibly talented photographer Marco Giannavola, who's been a part of and essential some of the recognizable and popular fashion shoots of the last decade! Tune in as the trio talks about inspiration, community, Rick Owens, space travel, chore coats, Leica bros, the music and hardcore scene, and working in the photography industry. Can't wait to see you all at the event - there'll be free refreshments, good music, and wonderful art documenting the fashion scene in the Lower East Side of New York!Lots of Love!SolSol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a month Links: Instagram TikTok Twitter/X Sol's Instagram Michael's Instagram Michael's TikTok
You can get access to our giveaways, early releases, and exclusive episodes on our HeroHero!Sol and Michael have heard the chatter - we know our listeners wanted us to give away even more store credit to fun, unique spots in New York. We're doing just that! Tune as the boys announce the latest giveaway, the resurgence of skinny jeans, the pass-through effect of fashion in music, the rise of GLP-1s like Ozempic and the results on the fashion world, the cultural differences of vaping versus smoking, Hedi's run at Dior, Demna's potential departure from Balenciaga, Represent Clothing, Sol's blunder years, and so much more!Lots of love!SolSol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a month Links: Instagram TikTok Twitter/X Sol's Instagram Michael's Instagram Michael's TikTok
Eugene Rabkin is back with Philippe Pourhashemi to discuss the Spring / Summer 2005 women's shows in Paris and Milan. They talked about Alessandro Michele's debut at Valentino, the need for change at Rick Owens, their different takeaways from the Dries Van Noten without Dries debut, the stagnant and bland luxury market, why Haider Ackermann is a brilliant choice for Tom Ford and what it means to hire a real designer at the helm of a big brand, and much more.Support the show
Join our HeroHero to be automatically entered into all our giveaways, listen to this entire episode, and to hear episodes early!Sol and Michael are back to review all the Paris Fashion Week shows! Well - almost all of them. Tune in as the boys discuss the consistent disappointments from Chanel and Coperni's SS25 shows, the glorious revival of Saint Laurent under Anthony Vaccarello, up-and-coming brands, trends that they're seeing for the upcoming season, the Rick Owens show, and much more!We've also got a new giveaway - $250 in credit to our wonderful friends at Fugazi! All HeroHero subscribers are automatically entered, and the drawing will happen on Monday, October 21st!Lots of Love!SolSol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a month Links: Instagram TikTok Twitter/X Sol's Instagram Michael's Instagram Michael's TikTok
This week I'm sharing some of my favourite shows from the international fashion weeks, but of course, I'm focused on the hair and makeup. In this episode I'm sharing 7 key hair and beauty trends I noticed from shows including Chloe, Saint Laurent, Ferragamo, Grace Ling and more. To give us some insights into the otherworldly Rick Owens Hollywood SS25 show I'm sharing some backstage info from Global Senior Artist for MAC Cosmetics Nordic Market, Vilde Feste, and sharing some soundbites from Tayaba Jafri, Global Beauty Director at Laura Mercier, who worked on the Grace Ling show in New York. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review or a rating wherever you like to get your podcasts and finally make sure to follow the show wherever you listen so you never miss another episode plus you'll also be helping me to build this community! Artwork image via Laura Mercier Ep. 271: Welcome to my chaotic London Fashion Week: https://open.spotify.com/episode/760ndUwzz5UnXdjM9m9OLM?si=dd07faf2c84442de Chloe show: https://www.youtube.com/watch v=YQXcAQuMz1I Ferragamo show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOWQTNNtqso&t=16s Saint Laurent show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k42vhOWQk-Y Grace Ling show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ombu4IA9RlU&t=319s Rick Owens show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tANpb-K9rbY Iceberg show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5QMGRWjh3sY Follow Vilde Feste on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vildefeste Follow Tayabi Jafri on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tayabaxmercier Find me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisseKenionYT Find me on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@charisse_kenion/ BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com Find me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme
Tune in as I chat with Costume Designer Cris Araujo. We get into her love for creating costumes for futuristic worlds, her unique path from Key Costumer to Designer, her rich heritage and her love for top fashion designers like Rick Owens. Her latest film Uglies is based on the dystopian novel by Scott Westerfeld. It is set in a future post-scarcity world in which everyone is considered an "Ugly" until they are then turned "Pretty" by extreme cosmetic surgery when they reach the age of 16. What Cris and her team brought to the screen is visually stunning and it was a pleasure to get insight into her creative process and more. Thank you so much Cris for having coffee with me. Pour up a cup!
You could have had access to this episode early and been automatically entered into our giveaways at our HeroHero!What does it mean to be an "instagram brand" in this day and age? As brands like Adam Small's byadamsmall announce themselves to the fashion world and prove their longevity and standing through popups, runways, and cult followings, the stigma around what it means to be called an 'instagram brand' has begun to shift. Brands once thought to be insignificant or relegated to being 'internet brands' are competing with the largest names in the industry, like Balenciaga, Rick Owens, and Raf Simons for attention, fans, and recognition. Listen in as Sol and Michael are joined by Adam Small to discuss what it's like to grow a brand off of the internet, growing up in Winnipeg, why they're all so tired, putting out a full collection, going band for band with furries, haters, and so much more!Lots of love!SolSol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a month Links: Instagram TikTok Twitter/X Sol's Instagram Michael's Instagram Michael's TikTok
Not so long ago, Birkenstocks were considered the antithesis of high fashion. For the longest time, the 250-year-old German brand's characteristic chunky sandal was seen as nothing more than an orthopedic shoe meant for hippies and old people. And then, everything changed. In the last decade or so, Birkenstock had a major glow up. It all started with the brand deciding not to settle for being just another comfortable but cringey sandal anymore. So to make Birks cool the brand began collaborating with high-end fashion designers like Rick Owens, Valentino and Dior. Very quickly celebrities and influencers caught on. They were suddenly being spotted walking out of the gym, or a cafe with a pair of birks on. And just like that, a trend was born. The orthopedic sandal, built more for comfort than for style, was the new it-shoe. Now, the Birk craze has found its way to India. Tune in. This episode was originally published on July 16Why do women freeze their eggs? Take the survey here.Don't forget to send us your recommendation for this Thursday's Unwind segment. The theme is “your favourite murder mystery.” Send them to us on WhatsApp as a voice note or as a text message. The number is +9189711-08379. Daybreak is produced from the newsroom of The Ken, India's first subscriber-only business news platform. Subscribe for more exclusive, deeply-reported, and analytical business stories.
Welcome back to Part 2 of OMG Fashun – Friends They Never Knew They Needed. In Part one, Co-Executive Producer Rich Brusa and Producer Marcy Guevara-Prete gave us an exclusive peek into the genesis and workings of this show. Then, several of the contestant/disruptors shared personal stories of their paths to this show and how it changed their lives. Join us now as we meet more of the participants and hear their special and unique stories. (:37) Meet Jarrod Olson (Instagram @jarrodbillieolson)and learn about his brand Billie's (2:14) Jarrod cites Rick Owens and Martin Margiela as major influencers. And…there was one more... (3:27) What was the biggest challenge Jarrod faced. Like many of his fellow disruptors…it was time. (5:27) What's Jarrod's dream?! (6:27) Learn about designer Natashia Lunt(Instagram @natashia.lunt)and the princess dress! Her mother's resourcefulness and her grandmother's keen eye were major influence in her early years. And so was Vogue Magazine! (10:09) Vivian Westwood and Alexander McQueen influenced her work…and as for her entrée to OMG Fashun?! (11:07) Highs and lows for Natashia? And oh…how about the bond with her fellow disruptors? How about the stress and pressure? (13:20) What's Natashia's dream? (13:42) Meet Theo Banzon (Instagram @theobot)winner if episode #4. Learn where he grew up, why he learned to sew and why all of this made him a perfect contestant for OMG Fashun. (15:36) What was his most memorable moment on the show? How about his treating the show as a summer camp? (16:47) What's next for Theo and what should we as consumers know about the fashion industry? (18:06) Theo tells us about a special group of contestants who bonded and called themselves The Disruptor 6. (19:18) Meet Chelsea Billingsley (Instagram @Chelseab128) from Chicago. She was the winner of episode 3 and made a name for herself with her crocheted creations. Learn about her brand The House of Chelsea B. Also, she tells us about her first models! (22:01) So, who are Chelsea's influencers? Teyana Taylor, Taoray Wang, Jerry Lorenzo to name just a few. (22:52) Most memorable moments? And…biggest challenge…oh there was definitely a moment! (25:22) Chelsea tells us about her involvement with The Disruptor 6. (26:48) How did OMG Fashun help Chelsea grow as a designer? Trusting herself was a major bonus! (28:10) Her advice to others who want to be on OMG Fashun? Our deepest thanks to all who gave us their time to make this episode possible. Most importantly to the people at Scout Productions...and BERNINA! Stay tuned for more about these amazing disruptors and their future accomplishments. If you know someone who has an outstanding story that should be shared on this podcast, drop Meg a note to Meg@sewandsopodcast.com or complete the form on our website. Be sure to subscribe to, review and rate this podcast on your favorite platform…and visit our website sewandsopodcast.com for more information about today's and all of our Guests.
You could have listening to the episode early on our HeroHero!Sol and Michael are back for a boys episode! Listen in as the pair discuss a brand that's reached out to Michael for influencer content, Sol's obsession with the cult-like sorority rush and the fashion choices associated with it, timeless Italian classics, fortnite skins, a game of analogisms (where you describe someone using contemporaries in their field), Rick Owens, Raf Simons, Calvin Klein, and so much more!We hope you enjoy!SolSol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a month Links: Instagram TikTok Twitter/X Sol's Instagram Michael's Instagram Michael's TikTok
Not so long ago, Birkenstocks were considered the antithesis of high fashion. For the longest time, the 250-year-old German brand's characteristic chunky sandal was seen as nothing more than an orthopedic shoe meant for hippies and old people. And then, everything changed. In the last decade or so, Birkenstock had a major glow up. It all started with the brand deciding not to settle for being just another comfortable but cringey sandal anymore. So to make Birks cool the brand began collaborating with high-end fashion designers like Rick Owens, Valentino and Dior. Very quickly celebrities and influencers caught on. They were suddenly being spotted walking out of the gym, or a cafe with a pair of birks on. And just like that, a trend was born. The orthopedic sandal, built more for comfort than for style, was the new it-shoe. Now, the Birk craze has found its way to India. Tune in.
We are back with Philippe Pourhashemi to discuss this past menswear season. We talk about the shows at Pitti Uomo, Milan, and Paris, from the strange department-store-bound debut of Marine Serre at Pitti Uomo, and an unexpectedly joyful show of Pierre-Louis Mascia, about how bad the Milan shows were this season, the gimmicks at J.W. Anderson, the impotence at Prada, about the grotesque spectacles that Pharrell puts on at Louis Vuitton, and how Japanese designers like Undercover, Sacai, Kolor, and the newcomers like Masu and Taakk continue to make Paris look creative. We go in depth about Dries Van Noten's last bow, the show itself, and Van Noten's legacy. We discuss the spectacle of the Rick Owens show, asking when is spectacle good and when is it not enough? And much, much more. Support the Show.
You could have heard this episode early (and had access to giveaways!) on our HeroHero!The boys are back and talking bags with the software-engineer-turned-cryptofluencer-turned-fashion-week-killer-comidienne Nimay Ndolo! Join Sol and Michael as they chat with Nimay about her bag addiction, Coke Zero, recovering from a rhinoplasty, best strains of w*ed, dogecoin, the FTX scandal, giving the people what they want, Y2Kbags, hating on Nantucket and the most rancid Lily Pulitzer vibes ever, buying DHGate Balenciagas, asking Anna Wintour to hang it up, and so much more!We hope you enjoy, and lots of love!Sol---Show Notes:2:50 - The Diane Rehm Show4:12 - Cowboy Boot Crocs6:47 - Millie's Cafe7:40 - Balenciaga Monaco7:57 - Chanel 2223:46 - Brandon Blackwood Mia26:22 - Dior Croc Bag48:08 - my family is dying1:04:49 - Nimay's favorite strain1:11:03 - Statefarm Ludacris1:23:53 - Spongebob Skin Theory1:31:27 - Marc Jacobs' Social Media team putting in that WORK1:40:37 - Nicole McLaughlin X HOKA1:46:51 - Nike Air Monarch1:49:01 - Martine Rose Air Monarch1:49:37 - CDG X Nike Shox Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a month Links: Instagram TikTok Twitter/X Sol's Instagram Michael's Instagram Michael's TikTok
You might know her for her exclusively black and white fashion aesthetic and perfect blonde bob. You also might know her as the queen of the Margiela Tabi Boot. Or, maybe you know her for being front row at some of fashion's coolest shows from Rick Owens to Helmut Lang. Wherever you've seen her, it's hard to not be able to instantly identify Brenda Weischer, AKA Brenda Hashtag. As a content creator, fashion journalist, and newly minted podcast host, Brenda has built a loyal following of fashion-lovers and a distinctly recognizable brand identity that's solidified her as a force in the fashion world. In today's episode, Brenda shares her best advice for creating a unique brand, how to stay true to yourself in fashion, and why she's betting on the podcast space. Follow Brenda on Instagram @BrendaHashtag and subscribe to her podcast, BRENDAWARENESSLove the show? Follow us and leave a review! And for more behind-the-scenes, follow Liv on Instagram, @LivvPerez. Produced by Dear MediaThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sol and Michael are back and - in a landmark turn of events - get naked on the podcast!That isn't a joke, by the way. Join the duo as they talk about the grip that freaks and geeks held on them (the song, not the people), pant-shoe interaction, trompe l'oeil, how brands like Maison Kitsune have managed to stay afloat, the worst smelling perfume in the world (we are not kidding, it smells like war), and so much more!We hope you enjoy!SolSol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a month Links: Instagram TikTok Twitter/X Sol's Instagram Michael's Instagram Michael's TikTok
In this episode, the hosts are joined by our favorite fashion theorist and Rick Owens collector, Rian Phin, to analyze the recent rise of post-apocalyptic desert drip, inspired by the release of Dune 2. We discuss the different factions of Rick Owens wearers, the influence of Middle Eastern fashion, climate absurdism, exoskeletons, and hero worship in uncertain times. With the insight of our honored guest, we speculate on the battle for fashion futurism and the legacy of the Rick Owens house. Links: Image boardInterview with Dune costume designer Jacqueline West — Vogue Luca Maxim worldbuilding wikiLuca Maxim on TikTokCoperni Futurism — VogueRian Phin on YoutubeRian Phin on TwitterRian Phin on InstagramRian Phin on TikTok
In this episode, the hosts are joined by our favorite fashion theorist and Rick Owens collector, Rian Phin, to analyze the recent rise of post-apocalyptic desert drip, inspired by the release of Dune 2. We discuss the different factions of Rick Owens wearers, the influence of Middle Eastern fashion, climate absurdism, exoskeletons, and hero worship in uncertain times. With the insight of our honored guest, we speculate on the battle for fashion futurism and the legacy of the Rick Owens house. Links:Image boardInterview with Dune costume designer Jacqueline West — VogueLuca Maxim worldbuilding wikiLuca Maxim on TikTokCoperni Futurism — VogueRian Phin on YoutubeRian Phin on TwitterRian Phin on InstagramRian Phin on TikTok This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.nymphetalumni.com/subscribe
Remington and Jeana share their experience in the line of totality. Did they survive? Was this eclipse the apocalypse? Remington certainly hopes so.X is the Axe body spray of social media. Anyone have crossword brain?Jeana talks fashion and Remington calls Rick Owens a catering uniform. Nothing works & the great eclipse samosa snafu.Why Pluto in Sagittarius is the worst.Remington stopped listening to NPR in 2020. And why the rest of America has abandoned it too.Is Remington an activist?How Crossfit is the same as astrology. Remington and Jeana hand out the “Threat to Democracy” awards.We want to know, should we organize a retreat in Luxor Egypt for the 2027 Eclipse? WATCH NOW: Pluto WorkshopPLUTO: THE FLAME OF PROMETHEUS AND THE ART OF A NEW CIVILIZATIONInner Order members receive $22 off.SIGN UP FOR THE MYSTERY SCHOOL ON PATREON.JOIN THE 40 DAY PROSPERITY FAMILY "NO COMPLAINING" CHALLENGE Email us at info@remingtondonovan.com if you are interested in a retreat during the eclipse in Egypt 2027.
Sol and Michael are back to talk about funding fashion startups (and the inherent cost barriers), social media addiction, Fitbruary, buying the worst possible games on steam, some small designers we've been loving lately, the curation of stores like Lara Koleji and James Veloria, Boston sports culture (and the lack of a fashion scene), Ann Demeulemeester, Kanye West, Kanye West's destruction of some really cool articles of clothing, and so much more!Hope you enjoy!Sol ---FOR ADDITIONAL EPISODES, EARLY ACCESS, AND GIVEAWAYS, SUBSCRIBE TO OUR HEROHEROSol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a month Links: Instagram TikTok Twitter/X Sol's Instagram Michael's Instagram Michael's TikTok
On today's episode, the ladies reconvene at Lauren's fire Airbnb to discuss all of the biggest cultural happenings: the Oscars, Carey Mulligan's incredible outfit, Kate Middleton's disappearance, Rolling Stone's Queer Eye expose (Team Bobby!), the feminine urge to buy JVN haircare, Sean McGirr's universally panned McQueen collection, Chemena Kamali's much more well-received Chloé debut, women of a certain age on the runway, THAT Kate Moss impersonator, Kristen Stewart's sartorial pivot, and fabulous new collections from Loewe, Rick Owens, Miu Miu, and more! Plus: Chelsea report's back from Madonna's Celebration tour. Today's episode is brought to you by Clarins. Go Clarins.com/Outfit and get Multi-Active Day & Night Cream for 10% off as well as a free welcome gift and free shipping on your first order. As well as, Housing Works. Housing Works now has an eShop! And as a special offer for Every Outfit listeners, you can use code OUTFIT to get 20% off your order at eshop.housingworks.org.
10.5 - Answering the Biggest, Baddest, Most Fashionable Listener QuestionsSol (@solthompson) and Michael (@_smithstagram) are back to answer listener questions! Questions include things like:- Comfort versus drip - what's preferred?- How should you match a hairstyle to an aesthetic?- What is a trend or piece of clothing that can be done well but is rarely done well?- What is your least favorite material used for clothes?- What's a cultural or religious style you would want to incorporate into your aesthetic?And so much more! Thank you to all of our wonderful listeners who sent in questions - we'll be doing more of these in the future, so stay tuned into the instagram story if you've got a burning question or join the discord to submit ahead of time!You could have listened to this episode early by subscribing to the HeroHero!Hope you enjoy today's episode, and lots of love!Sol--- Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a month Links: Instagram TikTok Twitter/X Sol's Instagram Michael's Instagram Michael's TikTok
For early access to episodes and so much more, subscribe to our HeroHero!Sol and Michael are joined by Bailey Goldberg (knitting extraordinaire, funny guy, recent victim of someone stealing his hubcaps (it was me)) this week on the podcast! Over the episode, the boys discuss the rise of knitting culture in New York (and elsewhere), dungeons and dragons, hand-knitting versus machine knitting, eBay, Sears, where to get the best Cortado in NYC, their "white whales" of fashion items, instagram story faceoffs, having beef, and falling into the worst 'work' arrangement ever (don't fall for the unpaid intern scam, everyone!).We hope you enjoy the pod - go check out Bailey's work on his instagram and over at Selfridges!Lots of love,Sol---Sol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comFOR ADDITIONAL EPISODES, EARLY ACCESS, AND GIVEAWAYS, SUBSCRIBE TO OUR HEROHEROLinks:InstagramTikTokTwitter/XSol's InstagramMichael's InstagramMichael's TikTokMessage us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a month Links: Instagram TikTok Twitter/X Sol's Instagram Michael's Instagram Michael's TikTok
I hope this podcast finds you well. I am writing to you today to outline the third episode of Season 10 of the Pair of Kings podcast (hosts Sol Thompson (@solthompson) and Michael Smith (@_smithstagram) cc'd on this release) and discuss potential avenues for exploration and continued collaboration. Topics DiscussedThe new podcast dress code and the necessity of changing the modern perception of wearing suits - both casually and formally.Chrome Hearts Tastefluencers and Sol's borderline parasocial relationship with a couple of Japanese Needles and Chrome Hearts collectors.The inability for the best dressed people to take good fitpics.Replica fashion dogwhistles.The death of the "capital S" Supermodel in current fashion and the differences in both casting and fashion media coverage.Reaganomics only applying to the fashion market.Michael's new Rick Owens shoe pickups.Sonic the Hedgehog putting that shit on.Stolen valor on raw denim.Helmut Lang.Yoshitomo Nara.Marc Jacobs. Grunge revival by way of bucking 2023's biggest trend in "Quiet Luxury".There's a lot more, but I hope this outline helps you get a sense of the conversation that took place. I hope you enjoy the future collaborations between Sol and Michael. I'll leave it up to you to continue the conversation, either on Discord or in the Insta DMs.Lots of love,Sol ThompsonMessage us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a month Links: Instagram TikTok Twitter/X Sol's Instagram Michael's Instagram Michael's TikTok
My guest this week is American singer and songwriter Jason Isbell.Jason is a 6x Grammy award-winning musician and happens to love clothes as much as the rest of us.We chat wearing cool hats in the carpool line, listening to music with his daughter, loving Randy Newman, playing in front of Paul McCartney, fast fashion, wearing Rick Owens with the fam, and Dumble amps.Catch Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit on tour now*Sponsored by Bezel - the trusted marketplace for buying and selling your next luxury watch
On this week's jam-packed episode, the ladies feast on a metaphorical cornucopia of fashion and pop culture news. Topics discussed include Kristin Davis' adorable Jacquemus video, Sara Ramirez's controversial exit from And Just Like That, Mob Wife Winter, The Emmys, that freaky new J.Lo movie, No Doubt's Coachella reunion, men's collections from Dsquared, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Gucci, and Rick Owens, our favorite new “crazy b**ch” films Anatomy of a Fall, Poor Things, and Eileen. Plus: a celebration of Lana Del Rey's incredibly major Skims Valentine's Day campaign
Peez has new pets, resellers are still annoying, physical reactions to genocide are normal and Rick Owens is a good brand to support. Could your dad be a serial killer, the universe gave us each other, be careful at the hospital and decorate your house however makes you happy. For bonus episodes and early releases join Patreon! Patreon.com/hellodysfunction Subscribe on YouTube! https://youtube.com/@hellodysfunction Follow us on IG: Instagram.com/hellodysfunction Instagram.com/lurkpatafria Instagram.com/crystaldamato21 Email us your questions/stories at: hellodysfunctionpodcast.com
On our new weekly lightning round mini ep with with Aurora Anthony, we're fucking around with giving up grillz, rocking gigantic veneers, getting your hair done by white people vs. eating food cooked by white people, shaving your head, gaining 100 pounds overnight, losing all your IG followers, exclusively listening to country music, FILA Disrupter vs. Fashion Nova sponcon, opening for Future or Louis Vuitton, Rick Owens, shrinking a foot and much more. For more Throwing Fits, check us out on Patreon: www.patreon.com/throwingfits.