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Pair of Kings: A Fashion and Culture Podcast

Pair of Kings
Fashion
New York City
Fashion Trends
Fashion Industry
Paris Fashion Week
New York Fashion Week
Rick Owens
Streetwear
Menswear
Fugazi
Balenciaga
Vintage Fashion
Military Surplus
Fashion Designers
Fashion History
Fragrances
Tiktok
Grailed
Berlin Fashion Week
Fashion Gatekeeping

Pair of Kings is the men's fashion and culture podcast for the next generation of style. Hosted by Sol Thompson and Michael Smith in New York City, each weekly episode breaks down what's actually happening in menswear—from streetwear to archive fashion—and the trends reshaping how men dress in 2026 and beyond.

We cover the full spectrum of current men's fashion: emerging designer brands and Grail... more

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Is fashion art? Why is archive fashion everywhere in 2026? Have designers created anything genuinely new since 1970—and what do postwar Paris, May 1968, 1970s punk, quiet luxury, vintage clothing, fashion TikTok, and the decline of print magazines te... more

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What do shoppers actually want in 2026? Do brand vibe, culture, and ethos matter more than the clothes? Is experience-based fashion just better marketing? And what does “integrated fashion” look like when your wardrobe is built around music, sports, ... more

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Was Dave Macklovitch right about the Hedi Boy revival? Is Hedi Slimane’s skinny-jeans-and-leather-jacket universe bigger than fashion? And what happens to musicians when AI can make the record but not the room?

Sol and Michael sit down with the podc... more

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Who was Stanley DeSantis? Why is a 2004 Slipknot tee selling for $2,000? And what does a Daft Punk Roulette residency shirt have to do with how fashion brands sell you a lifestyle in 2026?

Sol Thompson and Michael Smith return from their Neuehouse l... more

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Recent Guests

Alexis Romano
Doctor of fashion; historian of art and design
The Pair of Kings interviewee
Episode: Is Fashion Art? Fashion History, Archive Fashion & Modern Trends with Alexis Romano | Season 14, Episode 6
Brandon Flowers
Lead singer of The Killers
The Killers
Episode: The 1,500 Person Fashion Survey | Season 14, Episode 5
Wesley Breed
Car enthusiast and content creator featured on the episode
Independent creator (as discussed in episode)
Episode: Interview with Wesley Breed: Cars as Fashion, Aime Leon Dore X Porsche, and Why People Pay a Premium for Vintage | Season 14, Episode 2
Born DuBois
Fashion creative, stylist, and actress known for her immersive murder mystery parties.
Episode: Born DuBois on Viral Murder Mystery Parties, Vaquera's Paris Runway, Rick Owens Auditions, and What It Takes to Make It in Fashion | 13.18
Shane O'Neill
Writer for The Washington Post
The Washington Post
Episode: Shane O'Neill (@shaneisland) Explains Gooning, Jeremy Scott's Legacy & the NFL's Link to the Arab Spring's Love of SpongeBob | 13.14
Avery Trufelman
Producer, host, creator of Articles of Interest
Articles of Interest
Episode: Avery Trufelman on Why We Wear Military Clothes, M-65 Field Jackets, and how Military Surplus Shaped Modern Fashion History | 13.12
Mandy Lee
Trend forecaster and creator of Old Loser in Brooklyn
Old Loser in Brooklyn
Episode: Mandy Lee (@oldloserinbrooklyn) on 2026 Fashion Trend Predictions, Freaky Shoes, and Embodying the Old Loser in Brooklyn | 13.10
Dr. Sonya Abrego
Parsons professor, published author, and expert on Westernwear
Episode: Dr. Sonya Abrego (@sonyaabrego) on Men's Westernwear, The History of American Denim, and Where to Buy Vintage Jeans | 13.8
Sophia Stel
Musician and recent EP releasee
Self
Episode: 13.6 - International Tours, Object Permanence, and How to Win at Solitaire with Sophia Stel (@insignificantfunds)

Hosts

Sol Thompson
Host of Pair of Kings podcast; NYC-based fashion and culture commentator focused on modern menswear, streetwear, and community.
Michael Smith
Co-host with wide-ranging expertise in fashion, streetwear, and culture; active in NYC scene with a practical, humorous approach.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 594 ratings
  • If this is the future of fashion I’m good

    Performative male cringe cast. I’ll give them flowers for doing the work, but not for making it look and sound obnoxious and limp. NY fashion bubble kids.

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    LEE ADPIPE
    United States4 months ago
  • Certified lover boys

    If you could only listen to one episode 9.3 is your only correct choice

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    Sydtemlaunch
    Australia8 months ago
  • 🫡

    Sol’s complaining about not talking getting to talk Dsquared isn’t very good podcasting.

    Otherwise good.

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    5
    abominablejoman
    Australiaa year ago
  • New Soundboard effects are annoying

    This was a good show. The new season… ehh. The guys are trying too hard with the soundboard and trying their best to be annoying TikTokers

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    1
    toufeeq
    United States3 years ago
  • Fire gents

    Fire gents

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Original Untaken Nickname
    United States3 years ago

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Fans appreciate deep dives into niche topics and brand histories.
Listeners praise the easy banter and insider NYC fashion insight.

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Interview with Wesley Breed: Cars as Fashion, Aime Leon Dore X Porsche, and Why People Pay a Premium for Vintage | Season 14, Episode 2
Q: What motivates you to create content around such niche interests like cars, watches, and fashion?
Breed describes a drive to explore, document, and communicate a design-centric lifestyle, with success built on deep research, storytelling, and a belief that combining hobbies with fashion creates a richer consumer experience.
13.6 - International Tours, Object Permanence, and How to Win at Solitaire with Sophia Stel (@insignificantfunds)
Q: What is it like for you to hear someone connect with your music?
It feels amazing and somewhat surprising since my songs are personal and I wish they weren't sometimes, but it's rewarding to know someone relates to them.
13.6 - International Tours, Object Permanence, and How to Win at Solitaire with Sophia Stel (@insignificantfunds)
Q: How do you find inspiration for your music?
I often know what I want to write about, and I keep a notes app filled with different prompts and realizations about my life, which helps me during the songwriting process.
13.6 - International Tours, Object Permanence, and How to Win at Solitaire with Sophia Stel (@insignificantfunds)
Q: How has the tour been going for you?
It's excellent, and I've realized that everything I've done in my life leading up to this point has been preparing me for it.
13.4 - Inventing Health Goths (not a joke), Partying in New York Fashion Week, and Professional Basketball with Caitlin Cunningham (@caitlepillar)
Q: What's your take on the pressure athletes feel to dress more ostentatiously?
Caitlin explains that many athletes don't have their own style, often resorting to fast fashion instead of expressing their true personality.

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This show analyzes menswear, streetwear, and contemporary culture through a fashion-focused lens, blending trend analysis with personal storytelling and NYC scene insight. Episodes often explore how clothing intersects with identity, lifestyle, and community, from archival fashion and luxury collaborations to the expanding role of cars, events, and experiential retail in modern style. A recurring strength is dissecting culture makers, brand histories, and the economics of hype, while keeping a practical vibe that appeals to listeners who obsess over fit, fabric, and the story behind every piece. Noteworthy traits include candid, humorous banter between the hosts, deep dives into niche topics (from military surplus to archival tees), and str... more

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