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Kit Blake’s co-founder on the rules and why not to break them | #037

Kit Blake’s co-founder on the rules and why not to break them | #037

FromHandCut Radio


Kit Blake’s co-founder on the rules and why not to break them | #037

FromHandCut Radio

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Length:
45 minutes
Released:
Dec 5, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In this interview, Aleks sits down with an old friend and long-time mentor, Christopher Modoo, who’s worked in London’s West End menswear scene for over 20 years.From designing for Savile Row tailors to consulting for heritage brands, Chris has done the lot. He’s also the co-founder of ready-to-wear tailored trouser brand, Kit Blake, so the pair explore why Chris’s latest venture has made such great strides so quickly.Chris isn’t short on an opinion, so this conversation is a curious romp through the sartorial world. As always, we hope you enjoy.---Show Notes:Christopher Modoo — Instagram[03:12] Kit Blake[03:52] Thomas Pink[06:00] Edward Green[06:18] Roderick Charles[06:32] 40 Savile Row[07:11] Richard James[07:17] Cad & The Dandy[07:17] James Sleater on HCR[07:20] SuitSupply[07:58] Ede & Ravenscroft, 1689[12:12] Chester Barrie[12:21] Edward Sexton[13:52] Richard Wheat[15:22] Kit Blake, Aleksander Trouser[16:49] L’Etiquette Magazine[26:53] Ozwald Boateng[28:06] Adret[35:03] Richard James--- HandCut Radio is produced by Birch, a London based creative agency. Our theme music is by Joe Boyd.
Released:
Dec 5, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

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HandCut Radio explores the worlds of men’s style and luxury with industry insiders and leading brands. From inspiring craftspeople to influential designers, each episode we bring you a personal insight into what makes men’s fashion tick.