Interview with Joan Wharton of Charlie Dog Boxer Company
I recently found an interesting company, as I sometimes do, called Charlie Dog Boxer Company–a specialist in high-quality underoos for dudes. Unexpectedly, Charlie Dog Boxer Company was created by an ex-lawyer named Joan who decided to drop everything and start her own business in covering your business with only the finest underwear. I always like talking...
An Interview with Antonio Centeno of Real Men Real Style (Part 1)
About a year ago I sent Antonio Centeno of Real Men Real Style and A Tailored Suit a few questions I had about his inspiration and goals for his endeavors. Well, he’s a busy guy, so he decided to make a video of it instead, which fits right in with his other 300 videos about menswear. No...
The New Wave of Barbershops
I recently came across this video about the new wave of barbershops that are rolling out across America at a pretty impressive rate. Modern men are progressively growing tired of going to the unisex salons where the focus is on making a neutral environment to suit all people. This is all well and good, but...
An Interview with Calvin of Cloak and Dapper
I recently stumbled across Cloak and Dapper, a self-described “gentleman’s general store.” Following the recent uprising of male-oriented online retailers, Cloak and Dapper sells a handpicked collection of the coolest stuff on the web for guys. I asked Calvin Cearley, Cloak and Dapper’s owner and founder, a few questions about his inspiration, method, and aspirations....
Interview with Alex of General Assembly
General Assembly is a Brooklyn-based menswear line founded in 2010 by a couple of guys in the most grassroots way possible. I asked co-founder Alex Keith a few questions about how and why he started his company, and his answers are very worthy of passing along. — Electrogent: Please introduce yourself for those who don’t know...
Interview with Barron of Effortless Gent
Barron Cuadro is the founder and editor at Effortless Gent, one of the best blogs for 20-something men who want to revamp their wardrobe without going too nuts. Barron also co-founded a menswear company, Fifth & Brannan, which focuses on creating affordable classics for men. Basically, Barron is all over the place, and I was...
Interview with Jack of “Where is the cool?” and “Surplus”
If you are on Tumblr for any extended period of time, and you aren’t looking at lame internet memes, you have surely crossed paths with some content put out there by Jack Archer of “Where is the cool?” and “Surplus Magazine.” Jack is well-known for his ability to compile a voluminous amount of awesome stuff....
Interview with Justin of Dreadnought
You may remember the name “Dreadnought” from my review of their shaving cream. Well, it turns out that not only is their shaving cream great, but the company is staffed by some really nice guys as well. Particularly, I’ve remained in Dreadnought’s marketing manager, Justin Bullock. He was kind enough to answer a few of...
Interview with Brett of the Art of Manliness
If you know about Electrogent, then you surely know about the Art of Manliness. If you don’t, then get ready to have a new favorite website. Brett McKay is far and above the best men’s interest blogger on the entire web, and he’s even written a few books to add to it. Brett was gracious...
Interview with Kevin of The Windmill Club
The Windmill Club makes unique modern ties that appeal to the modern man. Intrigued about the company, I reached out to Kevin, the founder of The Windmill Club, in order to learn more about the brand and his inspiration behind the idea of creating unique ties. — Electrogent: Who are you? Where are you from? What...
An Interview with Jake of Rocky Mountain Shave Co.
I recently met Jake, the CEO and founder of Rocky Mountain Shave Co., one of my favorite new start-ups in the men’s grooming market. His products are all so interesting, (especially his aftershaves) and wanting to learn more, I asked him a few questions about his company and products. Electrogent: Who are you, and what...
An Interview with Grant of Grant’s Golden Brand
A while ago, I reviewed a really fantastic pomade from Grant’s Golden Brand. As it turns out, Grant is a super nice and interesting guy, and I wanted to know more about him. He sat down to answer a few questions about his brand, his interests, and his inspiration: — Electrogent: who are you, and...
