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Velvet Slippers and Stubbs & Wootton

Posted on March 23, 2019 by Ethan M. Wong

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I finally have something to wear with evening wear instead of inaccurate black brogues!

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Wearing Bluchers and Derbies

Posted on December 6, 2018 by Ethan M. Wong

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I thought I was strictly an oxford or a loafer man.  Surprisingly, now I find myself wearing a third option that I have “just discovered”.  I’m probably just late to the party.

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My Drake’s MTO Tie

Posted on November 15, 2018 by Ethan M. Wong

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A custom tie from my favorite tie maker.  Never thought this would happen!

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Things I Liked at J. Crew

Posted on November 9, 2018 by Ethan M. Wong

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I went to J. Crew and thought I’d write about things I liked!

Note: This isn’t really sponsored, but I’ll explain more within the post. 

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Reflections & Outfits from Dapper Day Fall 2018 at Disneyland

Posted on November 6, 2018 by Ethan M. Wong

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Enjoy true 1930’s vintage outfits from our final Disneyland Dapper Day outing!

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A Party for the Bloke’s One Year Anniversary

Posted on October 29, 2018 by Ethan M. Wong

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So the Bloke has passed a year and they decided to celebrate.

So a menswear party that takes place in LA? Fuck yeah. 

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The Drake’s Fall Trunk Show at the Bloke

Posted on October 28, 2018 by Ethan M. Wong

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Drake’s came back to Pasadena and brought much more than than they did last time!

Featuring Matt Woodruff, of Drake’s on Crosby.

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The UK Officer Khaki Drill Trouser from WPG

Posted on October 25, 2018 by Ethan M. Wong

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Decided to try some new chinos! They’ve got side adjusters, double forward pleats, and only  cost $60!

I did alter them though, in order to make them a bit more my speed.

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The Tied Sweater Worn on The Shoulder

Posted on October 18, 2018 by Ethan M. Wong

Is it bad that I like this look?  I promise that I’m not a douche.

Most of the time.

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The Bryceland’s Trunk Show at the Wellema Hat Co.

Posted on October 11, 2018 by Ethan M. Wong

On a seemingly random Tuesday, a small group of people got to experience Bryceland’s wares for the first time outside of Tokyo and Hong Kong.  All thanks to a surprise visit from Kenji Cheung.

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