Men's Style & Fashion Podcast - The VOU

In today's podcast, we discuss How to Behave by Samuel R. Wells, an etiquette guide that aimed to cultivate true American gentility. While the text was written over a century ago, the content is more relevant than ever, especially in our modern days of misinformation and tik-tok-driven trends that are not always correct or healthy. We'll cover a wide range of topics, from correct personal hygiene (cleanliness of body and breath) and healthy eating habits (avoiding overeating and hot foods) to proper dress (fitness and appropriateness over fashion) and social interactions (respecting the rights and sensibilities of others), while constantly drawing parallels to the modern times, and you'll see why.A Men's Styling Podcast Made with LOVE by The VOU's Expert Image Consultants.

Since the 1980s, American sneaker enthusiasts, popularly known as “sneakerheads” or “sneakerholics”, have created a distinctive identity, while sneaker manufacturers such as Nike, Adidas, and Reebok have become global fashion brands. In today's podcast, we tackle Yuniya Kawamura's Sneakers - Fashion, Gender, and Subculture, the first sociological study dedicated entirely to sneakers. We'll see how various theoretical frameworks, including subcultural theory and Durkheimian perspectives, are used to analyze the sneaker subculture and its relationship to gender, fashion, and consumerism. Kawamura's research examines the historical context of sneakers, their evolution as fashion items, and their role in shaping masculine identity.A Men's Styling Podcast Made with LOVE by The VOU's Expert Image Consultants.

In today's podcast for stylish men, we discuss "Vintage Menswear - A Collection from the Vintage Showroom by Josh Sims, Douglas Gunn, and Roy Luckett," three experts in vintage menswear. Their work is an extensive collection of approximately 150 vintage menswear garments from The Vintage Showroom, a London-based company. We'll explore garments' history and design details spanning various categories, including sportswear, military attire, and workwear, from the early 20th century to the 1970s. Each garment is meticulously documented with images and descriptions highlighting its historical context, manufacturing techniques, and unique features. We'll also discuss the broader social and cultural influences shaping menswear throughout this period.A Men's Styling Podcast Made with LOVE by The VOU's Expert Image Consultants.

In today's podcast, we discuss Aki Choklat's Menswear Trends, a guide to understanding and predicting menswear trends. Choklat traces menswear evolution through societal shifts and technological advancements to detail the methodologies for trend forecasting, including sociological theories and intuitive approaches. He analyses various consumer segments and uses key strategies and in-depth interviews with key players like -Peter Betsche, CEO, ArvencoDavid Edgar, one of the founding partners of Bureaux Design Associates (BDA)Michael Fisher, Creative Director – Menswear, Fashion SnoopsJaana Jätyri, founder of TrendstopVolker Ketteniss, Head of Menswear, WGSNSandy MacLennan, founder of East Central StudiosEmber Todd Colour and Trend Manager for Chaco Brand, Wolverine WorldwideBarbara Vinken, Chair of Comparative and French Literature, University of MunichGeraldine Wharry, founder of Trend Atelier- to explore the retail landscape for menswear in detail. As a result, we'll show you how to analyse catwalks, gather information from street-style coverage, and compare short-term and long-term forecasts to predict styling and colour trends in fashion.A Men's Styling Podcast Made with LOVE by The VOU's Expert Image Consultants.