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WE 👏 DID 👏 IT The return of Sid Mashburn!Sid and I chat about the nitty gritty of expanding, and how do you grow in a way that doesn’t kill you, or your team? How do you keep yourself motivated and focused on what matters?  Finally, Sid shares what really gets under his skin these days…**For more Blamo! check us out on Patreon.

My guest this week is Angelo Urrutia, formerly of Engineered Garments and Nepenthes, as he launches his own brand, 4S Designs. Angelo and I discuss growing up in New York, finding manufacturers in Italy, getting inspired by classic American sportswear, and designing the first season of his new line.NOTES(01:27) 4S Designs(04:27) Camouflage // Manhattan Catalogue magazine(08:46) Italian Fabric Mills: Albini, Zenga, Loro Piana(13:25) Ventile fabric(18:52) RRL // DKNY Tech(19:58) Comme Des Garcons Shirt(20:16) Paragon // Goldwin(21:38) Trezeta Italian Climbing Boots // Vasque(22:52) Joining Engineered Garments(23:47) Nepenthes & Todd Killian(29:35) Darbury Stenderu(30:18) Russell Moccasin(33:29) Keizo Shimizu(35:42) John Bartlett // Cross Colors // JP Tods(36:41) Leaving Engineered Garments(40:34) Gore wear(47:51) Chanel**This episode is sponsored by Away Travel -- Save $20 off your purchase with promo code BLAMO**Want even more Blamo? join the BlamFam and get access to additional interviews, a community slack, special events, and more!

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What is streetwear and where did it all come from?This episode is part of a Blamo's recent collaborations with MR PORTER**We want to hear from you, take the Blamo! 2020 Survey and share your feedback...Blamo! 2020 Survey** 

Brian Davis of Wooden Sleepers returns to discuss the infamous grind five years later and how far his business has come, why he has beef with Shark Tank, how to build a vintage collection, and why so many ex hardcore folks work in fashion. Follow Brian on InstagramWooden Sleepers**Presented by 1792 BourbonDownload our cocktail guide and toast in style with 1792 Bourbon

My guest this week is photographer, Rose Callahan. Rose and I discuss her illustrious career and how she creates her “character-driven portraits.” We also chat about her recent books, the Dandy Portrait series, and she explains what is a Dandy? Rose Callahan’s photographs have been exhibited at RISD Museum in Providence, RI and are featured in the ongoing traveling exhibit for the Museum of Contemporary Photography "Dandy Lion" in Chicago, San Francisco, Miami, and Brighton, United Kingdom.Rose CallahanFollow her on Instagram**This episode is sponsored by Skillshare -- Get two months free with promo code BLAMO

My guest this week is Garrett Leight, founder and CEO of the eponymous eyewear brand.Garrett and I discuss the origins of the brand and how he started it all by going door to door, literally. We also discuss why they’re proud to be made in China and how, after 10 years in the business, they’re only getting started.Garrett Leight**This episode is sponsored by Away Travel -- Save $20 off your purchase with promo code BLAMO

My guest this week is actor Jake Lacy.Jake and I discuss his career as an actor, from being on The Office to acting alongside Sam Rockwell and Michelle Willams. We also discuss his upcoming TV series with Zoe Kravitz on Hulu and finally, how his love of clothing helped him learn more about himself.Follow Jake on Instagram**Deep Dive and Brands DiscussedRRLThe Osaka 5Eat DustIron HeartResoluteJ. Mueser**This episode is sponsored by CDLP-- Save 10% off your order with promo code BLAMO

My guest this week is Ben Taylor, co-founder of British Knitwear brand, Country of Origin.Ben and I discuss the hustle of a new company and how he went from knitting sweaters by hand in London, to opening their knitwear factory in 5 years. We also discuss how Country of Origin is working to redefine the relationship between manufacturing and brand and pushing the industry with more ethical practices.Country of OriginFollow Country of Origin on Instagram**This episode is sponsored by Skillshare -- Get two months free with promo code BLAMO

My guest this week is David Keyte, co-founder of Universal Works.David and I spoke about his early career working for Paul Smith, the origin of Universal Works, and why the plan is always, to never have one.Follow Universal Works on InstagramUniversal Works**This episode is sponsored by Away Travel -- Save $20 off your purchase with promo code BLAMO