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Welcome to The Fashion Geek, an opinionated (well, it’s from New York), straight from the hip, no pretension podcast for men who don’t know a lot about Men’s Fashion and want to learn more. Hosted by Reg Ferguson (Fashion Geek #1), Founder of New York Fashion Geek, a Men’s Fashion consultancy that helps men go from Fashion Confused to Fashion Confident. On this podcast, Reg dives deep into brands and trends, sharing stories from the world of Men’s fashion that will help you become Fashion Confident.
Each episode of The Fashion Geek brings you discussions featuring entrepreneurs and experts with topics ranging from vintage clothing to streetwear, all designed to educate, enlighten and entertain.
Whether you live and breathe Men’s Fashion or you’re new to the space and want to learn more, The Fashion Geek has something for everyone. Learn what you need to know to bring out the style you always wished you had.
82 | Is Buying Men's Vintage Gear Worth It? Ft. Ethan Wong of "Style and Direction."
The Fashion Geek
1 hour 5 minutes
1 year ago
82 | Is Buying Men's Vintage Gear Worth It? Ft. Ethan Wong of "Style and Direction."
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Ethan Wong is a vintage menswear enthusiast and the founder of Style and Direction, a platform dedicated to exploring classic menswear and vintage clothing. With his expertise in sourcing and upgrading vintage items, Ethan has become a leading voice in the vintage fashion community, sharing insights on how men can elevate their style with timeless pieces.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- The appeal of vintage clothing for men in a fast-paced world
- Tips for navigating and finding high-quality vintage items in New York and LA
- Strategies for being an informed and economical consumer when shopping for vintage clothing
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:12 Meet the Host: Reg Ferguson
01:14 Introducing the Guest: Ethan Wong
01:42 Post-Thanksgiving Catch Up
03:04 Black Friday and Shopping Habits
04:26 The Appeal of Vintage Clothing
05:59 Navigating the Vintage Market
06:16 The Authenticity and Character of Vintage
07:00 The Details and Quality of Vintage
08:22 The Economics of Vintage Shopping
20:26 Exploring the Rose Bowl Flea Market
28:53 The Art of Haggling and Making Connections
31:19 Meeting in Real Life and Discussing New York
31:43 Comparing Vintage Stores in New York and Los Angeles
33:29 Exploring New York's Vintage Stores
34:15 The Thrill of Finding Vintage Treasures
35:09 Favorite Vintage Stores in New York
39:04 The Quality of Vintage Clothing
39:15 The Impact of Wearing Vintage Clothing
45:12 The Best and Worst Vintage Acquisitions
57:30 The Importance of Fashion and Vintage Clothing
01:00:16 Final Thoughts on Vintage Fashion
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The Fashion Geek
Welcome to The Fashion Geek, an opinionated (well, it’s from New York), straight from the hip, no pretension podcast for men who don’t know a lot about Men’s Fashion and want to learn more. Hosted by Reg Ferguson (Fashion Geek #1), Founder of New York Fashion Geek, a Men’s Fashion consultancy that helps men go from Fashion Confused to Fashion Confident. On this podcast, Reg dives deep into brands and trends, sharing stories from the world of Men’s fashion that will help you become Fashion Confident.
Each episode of The Fashion Geek brings you discussions featuring entrepreneurs and experts with topics ranging from vintage clothing to streetwear, all designed to educate, enlighten and entertain.
Whether you live and breathe Men’s Fashion or you’re new to the space and want to learn more, The Fashion Geek has something for everyone. Learn what you need to know to bring out the style you always wished you had.
