Monday, December 13, 2010

Q&A: The Grungy Gentleman

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Lipstein with the 2010 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Recipient, Billy Reid.

Following the frustration in finding the perfect menswear blog, I came across Grungy Gentleman, Jace Lipstein's answer to the modern man. Since Lipstein seems to be the master of Q&A (interviewing neckwear phenomena, Alexander Olch and menswear maverick, Michael Bastian), I found it necessary to pick his brain.

The Runway Room: When did you start 'Grungy Gentleman'?

Grungy Gentleman: June 16th, 2010


RR: Now, what exactly is a Grungy Gentleman?

GG: Grungy Gentleman erases the stereotype that all gentlemen 
have to be frumpy and grandpa-like. Grungy Gentleman injects
 a bit of youth and flair into your step; while still remaining sartorial.


RR: Do you think this describes your personal style as a whole?

GG: Grungy Gentleman is a play on words of how I dress.


RR: I see that you've now added a Kiel James Patrick collaboration to the already impressive collaborative offerings on the site, which has been your favorite?

GG: My first video with SPREADhouse was so killer. They are super-talented. As for the Grungy Gentleman bracelet, that was pretty special.


RR: Print or Viral?

GG: Healthy mix of both. There is something liberating about sitting down on a couch with a GQ and getting your monthly dose.


RR: Where do you see the magazine/print business going in the future?

GG: I see print being offered in different ways. For example, GQ is available via the iPad now. Amazing stuff!


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Jace starred in the No Excess Winter 2010 campaign and has wound up in the pages of Menswear mecca, Details.


RR: Do you see internet journalism heading anywhere special?

GG: I see the blogosphere expanding. Blogs have the flexibility of being super-specific and niche-oriented; hitting their target audiences needs and desires.


RR: What makes a menswear designer great?

GG: The ability to produce classic and timeless garments.


RR: What are some new menswear designers that I should know about?

GG: Riviera Club, Idol Radec, Kiehl James Patrick.


RR: Favorite Publication?

GG: GQ is the bible.


RR: Favorite Menswear Designer?

GG: Band of Outsiders, Rag & Bone, Simon Spurr, Michael Bastian, Gant Rugger, Elizabeth & James, Patrik Ervell, Billy Reid, Steven Alan, Riviera Club


RR: Favorite Blog?

GG: www.grungygentleman.com DUH!


Grungy Gentleman currently hosts a list of the "Dopest Kicks Out", bringing my parents to a thrill as I've added a hefty amount of them to my Christmas list.

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