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On the Subject of Fedoras

Posted on September 26, 2018 by Ethan M. Wong

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As fall approaches, it’s about time that we talked about this classic piece of headwear.  Apparently, going from an almost-full on rejection to a newfound appreciation is the theme of this blog! 

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Editorial: Gettin’ Silly with the Gooch Bros.

Posted on June 22, 2018 by Ethan M. Wong

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Make menswear silly.

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Dapper Day x LACMA: David Hockney

Posted on June 11, 2018 by Ethan M. Wong

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Always a pleasure to be invited to the latest Dapper Day x LACMA event!  This time they celebrate their latest exhibit, which centers on famed British painter David Hockney and his 82 Portraits & 1 Still Life.   

There’s also some great candids and portraits of our own that I hope will serve as an editorial/lookbook of sorts.

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My Contemporary Inspirations

Posted on June 7, 2018 by Ethan M. Wong

From The Armoury to Drake’s, there’s plenty of inspiration to be had from the guys today.  It ain’t always about vintage!

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The Squad at the Dapper Day Spring 2018 Expo

Posted on April 23, 2018 by Ethan M. Wong

Your favorite boys get to represent classic menswear at the latest Dapper Day Expo.

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Pulling Off The Menswear Beret

Posted on March 18, 2018 by Ethan M. Wong

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I won’t tolerate any French jokes.  Well, maybe just one.  How could you not?

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Tailoring Transformation: The Thrifted 90’s Brown DB Suit

Posted on December 28, 2017 by Ethan M. Wong

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Woah, when’s the last time we did a tailoring transformation?

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Review: The Irish Poplin Tie from Mr. Jenks

Posted on December 12, 2017 by Ethan M. Wong

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Disclaimer:  I received a tie in exchange for this review.

I was recently approached by William of Mr. Jenks to do a review on his Irish Poplin ties.  As I have little to no experience with contemporary ties, I knew that I had to take him up on his offer.

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The Menswear in New York

Posted on December 6, 2017 by Ethan M. Wong

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Warning: Extra freakin’ long blog post

NYC definitely beats LA in all aspects of classic menswear. Not only are there way more cool stores over there, but the young guys all dress the part as well.  Here’s what I was able to document (as well as some of my own outfits).

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“A Night in Casablanca” at LONO Hollywood

Posted on November 18, 2017 by Ethan M. Wong

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I don’t go out drinking often (if at all), but when I do, it’s with people who like vintage fashion.

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