Style and Direction

B30 PREVIEW: Tár, See How They Run, and Amsterdam

19 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Three fashion movies all released in close proximity? What a treat for Ethan and Spencer! This bonus pod covers some of the great film fits we've seen...

E96: Reflecting on "Status and Culture" by W. David Marx

13 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Spencer and Ethan reflect and apply the framework provided in W. David Marx's new book: Status & Culture. It's not a proper book review, but the SaDB...

E95: You Can Call Him Douglas

23 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our friend Doug is the next guest on the podcast! Not only is he an actor famous for his Amazon and Liberty Mutual spots, but he's one of the most st...

B29 PREVIEW: That's Not What I Call The Doxology

09 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’re posting the Bonus early so you can hear all about Ethan’s NYC trip! He tells us about the cool shops he went to, the Patreon dinner, and wha...

E94: On Irony & Subversion

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As we get deeper into the "no context" world, it's only fair that we discuss irony and subversion! We talk about the difference between the two, how i...

B28 PREVIEW: Farts Are Worse In Shorts

26 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This bonus episode just might be the wildest one yet, with topics like Spencer's new fascination with necklaces, Ethan on farts, compound interest, an...

E93: Not A Menswear-Head, But Close Enough (With Silvia Zhang)

18 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Silvia (@bitchplisse) is the latest guest in the SaD Canon. She's has a unique taste in style in that she dresses for proportions instead of formality...

E92: The Perception of Effort

04 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this new episode, the SaD boys try to define effort, discuss why menswear guys are obsessed with appearing effortless, and why everyone seems to be...

B27 PREVIEW: Ethan's Thrifting Again

22 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

August Bonus episode is live! Spencer, MJ, and Ethan talk about a return to thrifting and the great stuff you can STILL find in your local goodwill (...

B26 PREVIEW: A Trip to Dinkytown

30 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This month's bonus episode is live! Spencer, MJ, and Ethan talk a bit about vintage merch tees before getting into Spencer's trip to Minneapolis! Ther...

E91: What's So Cool About Cool?

24 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this new episode, the SaD boys introspect on "cool" and what makes things "cool" to us! We look into why we are drawn to certain garments and detai...

E90: On Eye & Sun Glasses

10 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This next episode is about eyewear and how they play into outfits. Sunglasses always have an instant cool factor, bringing in attitude when you put th...

B25 PREVIEW: This Has Everything To Do With Us

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Spencer and Ethan spend this bonus episode discussing the wild ride of Baz Luhrmann's Elvis biopic, starring thirst trapping Austin Butler as the King...

E89: Embracing The Fit Pic

19 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this latest episode, Spencer, Ethan, and MJ discuss everything about the Fit Pic. Spoiler alert: the fit pic is fun, can be effortless, and serves ...

E88: My Friend, Marco

05 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We got Marco (@p0cketman) on the pod! He talks about moving from MFA to designer clothing, how his lifestyle plays into how he buys clothing, his lo...

B24 PREVIEW: DBs Galore in The Player (1992)

30 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Robert Altman's The Player is the subject of the latest bonus episode! It's a fun movie that feels like its trying to evoke that 40s/50s Hollywood exe...

E87: Why We're Okay With Standing Out

22 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Spencer, MJ, and Ethan discuss the idea of standing out in classic menswear and how they grew to embrace it, since it happens naturally! We talk about...

E86: The Age Of The DB Is Upon Us

08 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our breasts are doubled in this newest pod, which all about why we love the DB! Spencer and Ethan discuss it all, from the drama of its wide lapels a...

B23 PREVIEW: I Want Those Sunglasses The Movie

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ethan, Spencer, and MJ talk about the film Ford v Ferrari in the new bonus episode! Even though it's a car movie (and they aren't car guys), there is ...

B22 PREVIEW: Just The Facts Ma'am

27 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the newest bonus episode Spencer, Ethan, and MJ discuss what they’ve been watching which includes American Crime Story: Impeachment, The Firm, a...

E85: On Creating & Repeating Outfits

20 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the newest episode, Spencer and Ethan tackle the topic of Outfit Repeating. Is repetition comforting or boring? Is creating a new combination new ...

E84: What's The Deal With Jawnfeld? (with Yung Chomsky)

06 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Yung Chomsky returns to discuss @jawnfeld , an account where he curates ten fits from every episode of Seinfeld! We talk about his process, his favor...

B21 PREVIEW: Enough Champagne To Fill The Nile

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Murder was only the beginning! Spencer, Ethan, and MJ cover the latest Branaugh interpretation of Poirot’s adventures, diving deep into the 1930s va...

E83: This Is Called Vibe: Or How I Learned To Stop Worrying and Love Cinematic Dressing

20 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is about “Cinematic Dressing”, a term we coined for how we create outfits centered around a narrative theme or framework. You might e...

E82: A Yankee in Paris (with John Robinson)

06 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

@JohnGreenacre returns! He hops on the pod to tell us all about his near-month abroad in Paris. His story is full of great food, hating what he packe...

E81: A Mouthful of Taste

23 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Spencer and Ethan try to tackle the idea of "taste" in classic menswear. To us, taste is an extension of POV or just personal preferences. We tend to ...

B20 PREVIEW: Oxfords, Not Rogues

18 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The first bonus of 2021 is here and Spencer, MJ, and Ethan discuss The King's Man! It's a wild romp that features historical figures and a modern inte...

E80: On Proportion & Silhouette

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're starting 2022 off with an episode on proportions and silhouette- two big topics that factor heavily with the nuance and details in tailoring! We...

B19 PREVIEW: It's a-me, Paolo

21 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

For our December Bonus, we review two period movies for you: Ridley Scott’s The House of Gucci and Spielberg’s take on West Side Story! There’s ...

E79: Being Into Classic Menswear as an Asian American

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Spencer and Ethan are joined by Producer MJ, Aldous, and Jason to discuss their ethnic identity and how they think it intersects with menswear. It's...

B18 PREVIEW: Formerly Known as Picnic

14 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Spencer, Ethan, and Producer MJ dive into Wes Anderson’s latest film: The French Dispatch. We discuss the anthology approach to the plot, how stere...

E78: The Going Out Look (ft. John Robinson)

07 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

During the 2nd half of our talk with @johngreenacre , we discussed the concept of the "going out look". It's not an outfit prescribed by a specific ae...

E77: My Son, John Robinson

24 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The latest guest on the podcast is our pal John Robinson. He embodies everything the pod is about: vintage ideas, contemporary inspirations, and a he...

B17 PREVIEW: LUCIFER SATAN

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Spencer, Ethan, and Producer MJ dive into Bond 25: No Time To Die. We discuss our favorite movies, the plot (if there is one), and of course our favor...

E76: Ethan's Solo NYC Trip

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ethan has returned from the Big Apple and he's going to tell us all about it on the pod! Jump in to hear him talk about all the shoes he tried on, th...

E75: Playing with Color in Classic Menswear

27 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our use of color in Classic Menswear is the topic of this episode! To us, it's more than just a "pop of color" as many bloggers state. We're much more...

B16 PREVIEW: VIRILE

19 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This bonus episode marks a return of film discussion with two of our favorites: There Will Be Blood and The Social Network! There’s also a bunch of ...

E74: Archiving (Or How We Keep Our Clothes)

12 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Spencer and Ethan are jawns addicts, but they've also been known to keep a fair bit of their clothes. In this episode, they discuss the concept of arc...

E73: How We Talk (And Think) About Menswear

30 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ethan and Spencer finally acknowledge their vague, loose way of talking about menswear and spend this episode diving into why that is, T attempting t...

B15 PREVIEW: The Meat Sweats

22 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this bonus ep Spencer, Ethan, and Producer MJ talk about...everything. KBBQ. New Ring Jacket purchases. If leather is breathable (seriously). It’...

E72: An Appreciation for Niche Vintage Menswear

15 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ethan and Spencer take a closer look at niche vintage, specifically at Golden Era pieces that don't really exist anymore. Some of them still resonate ...

E71: Apparel Arts and Dressing Like the Esquire Man

01 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're back from the break! In this episode Spencer & Ethan go to their roots and talk about the beautiful menswear illustrations found in Apparel Arts...

B14 PREVIEW: Asking for Dedotated Wam at Pitti Uomo

25 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Spencer, Ethan, and Producer MJ talk about their Pitti dreams in this latest episode. What would we wear? What would we eat? Is it like any other conv...

E70: Business Attire & Wearing Menswear to Work

27 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Despite our non-corporate career aspirations, #TheSaDCast talks about business attire and how to wear menswear at work! We go into how Yuppie style in...

B13 PREVIEW: Rear-Ended in a Minions T-Shirt

21 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Spencer, Ethan, Producer MJ, and Civilian Matt come back this June Bonus episode to catch up and talk about menswear, specifically about how they've b...

E69: Wearing Merch & Branded Clothing

14 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're talkin' merch in this new episode: Band tees, ball caps, hoodies, you name it! Spencer and Ethan discuss how they approach merch, how wearing it...

E68: Dressing with Authenticity

30 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What does it mean to dress authentically? Is it tied to your job? Your hobbies? How does it play into your style journey and trying new things? Spence...

B12 PREVIEW: A Message To The Future

23 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Bonus Boys are back and talk about Tenet (the movie, the fashion, the concept) as well as a few of their latest suit purchases! Or maybe the purch...

E67: The Practicality of Menswear

16 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Classic menswear looks good, but is it practical? Spencer and Ethan say it is, especially in a regular-life context. We discuss how we make menswear w...

E66: The Post-Pandemic Future of Menswear

02 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Spencer & Ethan discuss what they think is going to happen to menswear in a post-pandemic world. Will people get into suits? Will we redefine what "s...

B11 PREVIEW: The Full Dip

25 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ethan and Spencer are joined by Producers Matt & MJ for our monthly bonus episode! We hilariously talk about office supply stores, disgusting retail c...

E65: Jason Sandagon's Punk Rock Attitude

18 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our friend Jason Sandagon makes a jump from being a recurring Twitch guest to becoming the subject of our latest interview! We dissect his "punk rock"...

E64: The Soft Rolls of the OCBD & Button Down Collar

04 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Spencer and Ethan discuss one of the most iconic shirt details to ever exist: the button-down collar. The episode goes into the collar’s history, i...

B10 PREVIEW: We're Still In The Suck

28 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Producers MJ and Matt join Spencer and Ethan in discussing their year in quarantine: what's changed, what hobbies they've developed, and when they thi...

E63: Reflections On Our Custom Menswear Commissions (So Far)

21 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our newest episode is a reflection on our custom menswear commissions...so far. We talk about the few brands we've tried (ranging from MTO to bespoke...

E62: Menswear Communities & The Importance of Friends

07 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Spencer and Ethan discuss how important communities and friends were to our style journeys and how it really set us on a good path to being intentiona...

E61: Music & Menswear

21 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

#TheSaDCast comes in with a discussion about the relationship between music and menswear. Lots of guys take inspiration from musicians, whether its t...

B9 PREVIEW: This Episode Sucks

14 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Subscribe to our Patreon for the full episode: https://www.patreon.com/styleanddirection/ Follow us on Instagram! Style & Direction: https://www.ins...

E60: Don't Be Stuffy, Be Slouchy

07 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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 descr...

E59: Having a Style POV & Preferences from Vintage Collecting

24 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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...

B8 PREVIEW: This Will End Really Well

18 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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! ...

E58: A Snatched Waist (On Suspenders, Side Tabs & Belts)

11 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

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...

E57: Influencers, Hustle Culture, and Social Media

28 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 hav...

B7 PREVIEW: I'm Not Wearing This Sweater

20 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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...

E56: Is Money Important for Style?

14 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 ta...

E55: Watch What Happens Prerecorded (with Aldous)

29 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 menswe...

BONUS 6 PREVIEW: Drake's - We Can't Stop Touching It

23 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

E54: We Love the Brown Checked Sportcoat

15 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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. ...

E53: "B" Headwear (and the Fedora)

01 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 fedo...

BONUS 5 PREVIEW: Whatever This Is

25 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Enjoy a preview of a new entry in the SaDHead bonus feed: a roundtable discussion on...anything, starring Ethan, Spencer, and their producers Matt & M...

E52: The Navy Blazer with Brass Buttons

18 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ethan & Spencer talk about one of the preppiest things imaginable: the Navy Blazer with Brass Buttons. It's something that seems daunting and perhap...

E51: Embracing the Wide Legged Trouser

04 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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, wh...

BONUS PREVIEW: Giorgio Armani's Menswear in The Untouchables (1987)

28 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

E50: Old Ethan and Our Style Evolution

20 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

#TheSaDCast has made it to 50 episodes! To celebrate, Ethan shares his style evolution and how his multiple interests lead to some personality anxiety...

E49: Talkin' Sneakers!

06 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 w...

BONUS PREVIEW: The Menswear in You Only Live Twice (1967)

30 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

E48: The Button-Pocket Harmony and Other Dealbreakers

23 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

E47: Talkin' Shorts!

10 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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...

E46: Yung Chomsky, Menswear & The Left (Part 2)

26 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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. ...

BONUS PREVIEW: What We've Worn On Our Birthday

20 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 abo...

E45: Yung Chomsky, Menswear & The Left (Part 1)

12 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

E44: On Milsurp & Military Clothing

28 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Military surplus is a fun way to add some spice to your wardrobe, and Spencer and I have been doing it for a while now! We discuss the appeal of Milsu...

Bonus Preview: The 1950's Menswear in Back to the Future (1985)

22 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

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 focuses o...

E43: Groovin' to the Late 60s-70s.

14 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I remember a time when we used to avoid any connotations to the 1970s. Now we love incorporating their vibes, whether it's by this decades elegant, se...

E42: The Big AMA

31 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

*Please donate to organizations fighting Police Brutality before you consider contributing to our Patreon. We recorded this episode before the events...

E41: Talkin' J. Crew

18 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

J. Crew has filed for bankruptcy. While that doesn't mean the store is going away for good, it inspired us to have a full discussion on the Brand! We...

E40: The Lifestyle of Menswear Enthusiasts & Perceived Elitism

04 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In today's pod, Spencer and Ethan discuss the lifestyle of menswear enthusiasts, it's perceived elitism, and how we stack up to it! Do we dress to for...

E39: The Menswear in Sherlock Holmes(2009)

19 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We're positively SHERLOCKED this Quarantine! So we decided to watch and review the menswear not of the BBC verison, but the action-packed, Hans Zimmer...

E38: Staying at Home

05 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

So we're officially in quarantine, but don't despair! Your favorite menswear boys come to with a new podcast episode, exploring how to dress when stay...

E37: On Casual Shirts

23 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Spencer and Ethan bring you another great episode that was recorded BEFORE the quarantine! Enjoy learning all about nearly every casual shirt in our ...

E36: Style vs Fashion

05 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Style vs Fashion, whoever wins we lose. Spencer and Ethan discuss the oft repeated dichotomy and basically come to the conclusion that it's a stupid ...

E35: On Leather Jackets

18 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We're talking about leather jackets (especially vintage ones) on this newest episode. They're such a big part of our casual Americana and definitely w...

E34: On Very Ralph (2019)

04 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Spencer and Ethan watch the HBO Documentary "Very Ralph", which is all about, you guessed it, Ralph Lauren. We briefly go over the different lines he...

E33: On Shoes

06 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year from Style and Direction! We're starting the year off strong with an entire pod on shoes. We actually weren't into shoes until very r...

E32: How We Buy Clothes

12 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

As we get out of Black Friday but go full force into Holiday Sales, we thought it was pertinent to talk about how we buy clothes! This new pod ep goes...

E31: On Neckties

14 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Keeping our "rule of cool" going with this newest ep, which is all about neckties! Spencer and Ethan briefly go over the history of the tie (shoutout ...

E30: The Rule of Cool

29 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What makes something "cool"? Is it possible to apply that to classic menswear? Or is it all just old man clothes? Spencer and Ethan attempt to ans...

E29: On Rules, Advice, and Guidelines

09 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Classic menswear is borne from rules, but are they really all that important? Spencer and Ethan tackle the oft repeated rules, advice, and guidelines...

E28: Details Matter

23 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to classic menswear it seems that most guys only focus on fit and price. But what about details? This episode, Spencer and Ethan dive ...

E27: Social Media

28 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Social Media! Is it good? Is it bad? How does it affect menswear and our outfits? We discuss all of it today on the pod. Send us questions/stories...