Pair of Kings

The boys are back! Join Sol (@solthompson) and Michael (@_smithstagram) as they talk about the rise of fashion trends as a result of counter-culture, hyper-masculinity and its interconnectedness with skinny jeans, Rizz in Ohio (Kai Cenat, Fatum Tax), the lack of a breakout brand experiencing organic growth, Rana Plaza and Levis' abuse of Bangladeshi workers, and the various Rick Owens denim cuts (and how none of the names make any sense)! Tap in to listen, join the discord, and follow us on our socials!

Lots of love!

Sol

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Pair of Kings is a men’s fashion podcast that explores themes of identity, sustainability, and the complex relationships we have with and through our clothing. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don’t forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we’ve dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”

Message us with Business Inquiries at [email protected]

Links:

Instagram: instagram.com/pairofkingspod

TikTok: tiktok.com/@pairofkingspod

Twitter/X: twitter.com/pairofkingspod

Sol’s Instagram: instagram.com/solthompson

Michael’s Instagram: instagram.com/_smithstagram

Michael’s TikTok: tiktok.com/@smithstagram

Finally: a fashion podcast that covers 2012-2013 Bar/Bat Mitzvah fashion. Join Sol (@solthompson) and Michael (@_smithstagram) as they're joined by Clara Perlmutter (@tinyjewishgirl) to talk about all things fashion. Tap in to hear discussion on Clara's obsession with John Cena, dressing up as Smeagol (it's scary good), Sugar Lipz, Westchester, NY, having enough closet space, painted jeans, places to thrift, shopping with your mom, being Jewish, parasocial relationships, and Crosby, Stills, and Nash!

We hope you enjoy listening as much as we did having Clara on as a guest - don't forget to join the discord and follow us over on instagram!

Lots of love!

Sol

Message us with Business Inquiries at [email protected]

Links:

Instagram: instagram.com/pairofkingspod

TikTok: tiktok.com/@pairofkingspod

Twitter/X: twitter.com/pairofkingspod

Sol’s Instagram: instagram.com/solthompson

Michael’s Instagram: instagram.com/_smithstagram

Michael’s TikTok: tiktok.com/@smithstagram

Back! From! Hiatus!

That's right, everyone! I got school under control again, so we're back - join Sol (@solthompson) and Michael (@_smithstagram) as they cover topics like Peter Do's first show at Helmut Lang, why LVMH purposefully covers up their emissions data (despite having access to it), post-Alessandro Gucci, Fake Dunks, Oscar the Cat, Nocoptober, vintage denim (which is apparently better in London than it is in NYC), and so much more!

We hope you enjoy the episode - full video will be released soon on YouTube!

Lots of love!

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Pair of Kings is a men’s fashion podcast that explores themes of identity, sustainability, and the complex relationships we have with and through our clothing. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don’t forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we’ve dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.

Message us with Business Inquiries at [email protected]

Message us with Business Inquiries at [email protected]

Links:

Instagram: instagram.com/pairofkingspod

TikTok: tiktok.com/@pairofkingspod

Twitter/X: twitter.com/pairofkingspod

Sol’s Instagram: instagram.com/solthompson

Michael’s Instagram: instagram.com/_smithstagram

Michael’s TikTok: tiktok.com/@smithstagram

It's been a hectic couple of weeks - Sol's back in grad school, Michael went to the heartland (England), and John's getting married! With that being said, Sol (@solthompson) and Michael (@_smithstagram) are back and chatting about NYFW - the good, the bad, and the ugly.

Tune in as the boys talk about Sunnei, AV AV AV, the Ocky Way, Grailed, afterparties, the changing nature of being seen at shows and what the next stage of fashion week is, old people in Portugal, street fashion in London, Big E Levis, prices for things on walls, web scrapers pulling from SSENSE, and so much more!

We'll be back soon with more in-person episodes, but until then, enjoy!

Lots of love!

Sol

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Pair of Kings is a men’s fashion podcast that explores themes of identity, sustainability, and the complex relationships we have with and through our clothing. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don’t forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we’ve dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.

Message us with Business Inquiries at [email protected]

Links:

Instagram: instagram.com/pairofkingspod

TikTok: tiktok.com/@pairofkingspod

Twitter/X: twitter.com/pairofkingspod

Sol’s Instagram: instagram.com/solthompson

Michael’s Instagram: instagram.com/_smithstagram

Michael’s TikTok: tiktok.com/@smithstagram

We're back with the masterminds behind the Lower East Side's newest fashion popup, Komune! Join Sol (@solthompson) and Michael (@_smithstagram) as they sit down with Martin (@nerfmartin), Brandon (@childshbrandino), and Vic (@sincerelyvm) as they delve into the experiential fashion retailer for those passionate about emerging designers, as their Instagram so eloquently puts it.

Tune in as the group discusses creating a space for young fashion creatives, their favorite pieces in the store, how they discover new and up-and-coming designers, their guardian angel of a landlord (I know, we couldn't believe it either), not walking the beaten path, layering, creating a visual identity, how they set themselves apart, how to throw fun parties (spoiler: it's having really good food and drinks), and everything else!

We hope you enjoy, and be sure to check out the popup if you're in NYC! Komune can be found at 92 Orchard St. - tell them we sent you!

Lots of love!

Sol

We're back with a wonderful guest episode with none other than the woman who - literally - saved Instagram: Tati (@illumitati)! Join Sol (@solthompson) and Michael (@_smithstagram) as they talk with Tati about the rizz king, burning McLarens, Heavn by Marc Jacobs, early internet, witerally being based, Ice Spice, becoming a fashion photographer, PR companies, minecraft, Death Grips, Vinnie Hacker, bellboys, and so much more!

Thank you again to Tati for joining us on the podcast! We hope everyone enjoys the episode - check out the video for some podcast that didn't make the audio edit!

Lots of love!

Sol

We wanted to do it as a season opener, but John's planning (and going to be in!) a wedding! He's also wearing Tabi boots to the wedding!

Regardless, we're back, and drinking along to Michael's first guest episode! Join Sol (@solthompson), John (@johnhogeboom), and Michael (@_smithstagram ✔️) as they venture through the old episode, critique themselves, and play the harshest critics - fueled by White Claw, $3 table wine, and vomit beer.

Tune in as the boys experience identity crises, berate themselves (mostly Sol, but I think the other guys get in on it too), and self-reflect, all while talking about Rick (duh), selvedge denim, capping for clout, making friends, trying to impress Michael, anime, manga, the pandemic, fashion, style, and try and keep the pod significantly more on track than older episodes. Jury's out on that.

If you choose to play along, please drink responsibly and in a safe space. Do not drink and drive.

Cheers, and lots of love!

Sol

You've been waiting, and it's finally here! Join Sol (@solthompson) and Michael (@_smithstagram) as they welcome Zach Kinninger of @basketcase.gallery fame back to the pod!

The boys crashed the NYC popup at the start of August to talk about East Coast/West Coast differences, growing a brand, popup exclusives, Rick Owens beds, backing the blue, instagram advertisements, Paris, knockoff watches, and so much more - Zach's a fantastic friend of the pod and we were so happy to hear from him again.

We hope you enjoy the episode as much as we did recording it - keep an eye out for the video version dropping soon over on YouTube, and in bits and pieces over on TikTok and Instagram!

Lots of Love!

Sol

Picture a small, Victorian-era boy in a tartan vest and that hat that all the guys in Boston wear despite it being 2023. Ok - got it?

We're back! We're back! Read all about it! Pair of Kings are BACK!

Was that gag worth it? Probably not.

Michael (@_smithstagram) and Sol (@solthompson) are back to kick off Season 9: They're coming in with a new soundboard, new gadgets, and the first season with two cohosts in the same city! Wowzers!

Tap in as the boys talk about the ethics behind reps and fast fashion (SHEIN in particular), the evolution of what's desirable for men, Chief Keef, enhanced chemical weathering processes, Scandavanian and New York fashion trends, realizing that other people perceive you - yes, other people can perceive you - $3 dinners, separation of production and consumption, and a whole lot more!

We keep it shockingly on-topic, which is quite cool, and stay tuned for shiny, new video content over on the YouTube and TikTok!

Lots of love,

Sol

It's the last episode of Season 8! Join Sol (@solthompson), John (@johnhogeboom), and Michael (@_smithstagram) as they link up with Michael of @fashionlover4 YouTube fame. As a note, this episode currently holds the PoK record for:

- Most doxxing
- Most shade thrown for no reason (much of which was cut)
- Cuts necessary
- Microphone issues

Which is kind of crazy when you think about it. Tune in for discussion about creative directors, Pharrel LV, Virgil Abloh, post-Alessandro Gucci, spicy food, disdain for the Irish, high school reunions, tiktok, buying your way into popularity, and so much more!

We hope you enjoy!

Lots of love,

Sol