A fireside sartorial talk with Kirby Allison
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- Опубликовано: 22 янв 2023
- In this new episode of Sartorial Talks, Hugo sits with his longtime friend Kirby Allison, founder of the eponymous RUclips channel and Webstore, for an in-depth (and unprepared) conversation about their mutual passion for quality, craftsmanship and traditions.
Good cigars, good bourbon, good company, great conversation. What else?
(This show has been recorded December 28th in Dallas, Texas).
Kirby Allison RUclips channel: / @kirbyallison
Kirby Allison Webstore: www.kirbyallison.com
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For us,the sartorial community,was a true joy seeing you two guys together!we are proud of you
Thank you very much Giannis! Have a wonderful day! Hugo
What is a sartorial community?
I always wondered when this mash up would happen 👍
@@Crazyhorsedillpickle and what a great result it produced....
@@Acordionista509 it is a tailoring community.
Actual conversation with adults not yelling and screaming at one another. How refreshing and enlightening!!
Thank you for your kind encouragements! Hugo
@@SARTORIALTALKS Hugo. Your channel is great! Keep up the great work man.
"Ladies and gentlemen, beauty is not something on the side".
Powerful ending. This was very inspirational.
I'm so glad to read this! Warm regards, Hugo
"There's too much clothing" - whenever I find myself in a department store I'm always amazed at how much clothing there is, just a random collection of poorly made garments with no cohesive theme, and most of them will never sell. It's a very strange business to me.
Fast fashion is a strange business indeed. And it creates an impressive amount of pollution. Buy less, buy better is our motto! Cheers, Hugo
Wow! Kirby and Hugo together. Two legends...
Thank you ☺️
WOW! This really opened my eyes to Kirby's sophistication and depth of thought.
Love this! Thank you.
You're more than welcome! Best, Hugo
Hugo Jacomet smoking a cigar? Say less. One thing I love about Kirby is his love for cigars and I'm glad he doesn't shy away from sharing that passion with everyone he knows.
Actually I try to smoke this wonderful Cuban cigar properly (I'm not a regular cigar smoker). Cheers! Hugo
What a treat for all the subscribers here to the both of you . I certainly enjoy the conversation . We are the beneficiaries , thank you for helping Make the world more beautiful one best dressed man at a time . 🎉 😊
Thank you Patrick for your kind and encouraging words. All my best, Hugo
Between Hugo Jacomet’s books and their respective channels, I have learned and discovered so much about craftsmanship and tailoring. It has influenced my choices and have been responsible for many of my sartorial choices in my journey. From my first made to measure shoes and suits and now finally bespoke garments, accessories and shoes; the craftsmen I have met are largely thanks to these two gentlemen.
Dear friend, I'm so glad to read your comment and to see that we've been useful to you. Warm regards, Hugo
Good for you. I'd love to go to Pitti Uomo and see the well-dressed men (and women) who create their own style.
Great conversation between two inspirational figures of the sartorial world! Can't wait to see you and Kirby on your walking tours of London and Naples!
Same here Mike. I'm sure it's going to be a sartorial blast! Warm regards (from freezing France). Hugo
Kirby is a revolutionary, I know many people through their RUclips comments whose lives have changed because of this gentleman.
Thanks for the wonderful chat!
Kirby does a tremendous job for sure. Cheers, Hugo
i do hope that this is only the beginning of many collaborations between you two Gentlemen. Thank you both !
I love the interactions between channels and specialties. Watches, shoes, fragrance, etc. There is so much to learn and share with each other when collaborating.
Thank you very much! Hugo
What an amazing and exquisite video, to hear Mr. Hugo speak with such love and passion is simply unique, thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️ for sharing this moment.
Many thanks Alejandro for your good words. Sincerely yours, Hugo
Hugo, your statements at the end were inspiring. It feels like the western world has forgotten what beauty is. Beauty for the sake of beauty makes life worth living. Cheers, Louis.
Yes Louis. François Cheng (from the French "Académie Française" often explains that "Beauty makes us better". Cheers, Hugo
Wonderful chat gents, have been watching Kirby for awhile now and his ‘content’ is second to none. Power to him for his taste and tenacity. Just writing this as you comment on the counter culture aspect of quality goods. Definitely something there I think. Quality not always being measured by price, but the craftsmanship , the materials used, along with longevity and value. Gets my vote and hard earned. Power to ya Kirby and Hugo… and us followers 👍
Thank you so much. Yes, power to all of us! Best, Hugo
2 Gentlemen sharing their experiences and passion for the old lost world and getting it back on track.
In a world of mass produced goods which sell due to their brand campaigns, you guys are showing how to appreciate and respect the craftsmanship.
Thankyou 🙌🏼
Thank you so much Mohit for your message and your encouragements. Cheers! Hugo
Two humble geniuses just sharing about their sartorial journeys.
Thanks William for your kind words. Hugo
This was a treat. Cant wait on your collaboration 😍
Gentlemen, thank you for sharing this wonderful conversation. I simply cannot wait to see your tours of Naples and London.
You're very welcome! Hugo
The two Finest Gentlemen ever. Good to see this. Thank you 🙏
That's way too kind, but thank you Richard! Cheers, Hugo
Fantastic podcast. And you’re right, the permanence of a suit is refreshing and appealing in a fast changing, digitally transforming world where everything is old the day after.
Exactly! All my best, Hugo
Very impatient to see Kirby in Napoli and Hugo in London !
After watching this video the 2nd time , no cigar but a glass of bourbon 🥃 i sense a real passion and Friendship , appreciating one’s contribution in this Sartorial space and time for each other’s work . I do hope you follow through on another joint venture in menswear both in Italy and in London that would be wonderful . I believe a lot of folks would be interested in that. I really enjoyed how you guys met in your history and your backgrounds that was more than I imagined and I must say I underestimated the both of you . Your efforts are legendary . I must admit in our hectic world this sartorial journey that I’ve been on has been a nice diversion and fun endeavor and worthwhile time in my life and it would not be possible if it wasn’t for folks like you two and others on RUclips who are like minded 🥳thank you 🤩
Beautiful, I am certainly looking forward for your future collaboration.
Well done good souls,
God bless.
Thanks Timothy (what a beautiful biblical name). God bless you too, Hugo
That collaboration would be amazing. As always, thanks for sharing your experiences in this beautiful world.
You are very welcome Zach. Warm regards, Hugo
Some stuff from Kirby just arrived for me today! I could listen to these two talk forever
Well, then we'll have to make it happen again! Warm regards, Hugo
So far that's one of the most interesting interviews I've ever seen. The manner in which it was done was brilliant, the subjects were incredibly interesting and it was just pure pleasure to watch and listen.
Thank you!
What a great conversation. Has been following the both of you for some time and I learned more about you today than before. Thank you 🙏
This Knowledge Is True Instruction; And Leads To A Plethora of Understanding; To What I Perceive Is Top Quality Within This Field.
Only now do I find your wonderful channel. I was always interested in Kirby's background and his life story. Thank you for sharing this conversation! Merci bien.
Excellent collaboration between my two favorite sartorial influencers!
I don't think I've ever been able to only watch 12-14 minutes of your or Kirby's videos. I love every minute of them. You guys are the best.
What a joy to listen to you both talk about your passions! Elegance-by-choice is definitely a transgressive movement. Thank you, Hugo and Kirby!
A transgressive moment that turned into a bona fide counter-culture. Cheers! Hugo
@@SARTORIALTALKS I like the way this is stated!
It's nice and so refreshingly different to see KA get interviewed rather than the other way around.
Thanks Peter. Kirby is very easy to interview. Cheers, Hugo
very educating! kirby & you are so generous with your time teaching young people learn and appreciate craftsmanship & quality products. - Love from Pakistan
I’m just getting in to the sartorial world after deciding I wanted a bespoke suit for my wedding. So glad I found you gentlemen!
I'm so glad to read this Colin. We wish you all the best for your wedding! Hugo
This was an excellent episode! Thank you Hugo and Kirby 👍
You are very welcome Jonathan. All my best, Hugo
“Quality, craftsmanship, and tradition” LOVE IT!!! I am new at classical style for men and so far this video has reaffirm my passion for this culture and community. Salud caballeros! 🥂
Great video! More conversations like this, I’m learning a lot of you guys. Thanks!
Thanks a lot! Hugo
Very inspiring talk to see how you can be successful in this space by providing so much value through this passion, as you both do so often and so well 👌
Thank you very much for your kind words sir. All my best, Hugo
This is definitely one of the most sincere and captivating conversations yet I appreciate the motivation and sartorial excellence
Many thanks Jason. Warmly, Hugo
Thank you both for the conversation
You are more than welcome! Have a great day, Hugo
My hometown! So nice to see you two together. This video exceeded expectations. Loved all the story telling.
Thank you very much. Cheers, Hugo
First time seeing this! Awesome story Kirby. Nearly brought a tear to my eye. Love your channel. Planning my first bespoke suit. Thank you!
I am quite glad that gentlemen like Hugo and Kirby still exist in this world of fast fashion. Cheers to you Hugo and Sonia!
Cheers to you Aryeh! Hugo
Amazing Conversation, so much to learn from these Gentlemen. You are an Institution in yourself.
That's very kind of you Abinasi! Warmly, Hugo
Hugo I found you through Kirbys channel
You sir are a badass. Style class personality amazing
🤣thanks a lot! Cheers, Hugo
Kirby said “it”, growing up void of meaning. A return to quality & tradition I too believe is trying to find its way back to the U.S. you guys are setting a standard gentlemen. Congratulations
Hugo lobed it back with “stop to add beauty to your life.” Nice said gentlemen good talks.
Great seeing the two pioneers together - and having a great discussion as well.
Happy to read you enjoyed the show Daniel! Cheers, Hugo
MY GOD. I’m literally speechless. What a pleasantly lethal combination! You did it again Monsieur Jacomet .. This was exceptionally good : )) Thank you both so much for the invaluable content. I think Netflix definitely heard that Kirby 😉
Passion + quality + style + gentlemen .. Thank you for the channel
Great storytelling! Thank you for sharing all these amazing stories and education on bespoke tailoring. Truly inspiring!
You're very welcome sir! Cheers, Hugo
Terrific conversation! I look forward very much to watching your series on English/Italian tailoring.
What a great conversation; thank you gentlemen!!
You are very welcome! Warm regards, Hugo
What a great two gentleman. Really enjoyed this conversation. Thanks.
You're very welcome Saman! Yours, Hugo
I can see Kirby Allison picking up quite a few new subscribers from this video as they are practically on par when it comes to bespoke as well as love of quality. Great to see these two gents together. Kirby's hangers are still in the New York Times as part of a best hangers list for 2023. Reading some of Kirby's posts on StyleForum from 2008. :)
Well I hope he will gain some subscribers because he greatly deserves it! Cheers, Hugo
I'm way too late to seeing this on day 1. However, I'm glad to have come across your content and Kirby's content. In fact, it was one of Kirby's shoe shining videos that brought me into this community (thank you, RUclips algorithm). And, as someone of the latest generation(s) - it's a grey area, being born in 1996 - I want to ensure that as many of my purchases last; something I'm diverting away from my parents about. I must thank you two for that introduction a few years back!
Hopefully one day, I'll be able to enjoy bespoke clothing the same way you all do! It's tough to do so in a more physically active field of work, and not so much opportunity at this time to dress more classically.
Thanks Christopher for your message. We wish you a lot of joy on this path. Warmly, Hugo
Good for you! I also discovered classic men's dress from Kirby. it could be because I live in Canada and the RUclips algorithm searched American videos first. After watching Kirby and a couple of other American classic dressing content providers I realized that classic yet stylish men's wear isn't boring. And given I'm a female I am now quite envious of how good a well-dressed man can look. Women's wear just has far too many choices in styles and fabrics and few women can pull off a well-curated timeless wardrobe. I'd love to have a pair of even Carmina shoes but I have too many problems with my feet. I won't even go into my love of suit fabrics; it's like falling into a vat of chocolate for me!
Yes the RUclips algorithm has slowly introduced me to better and better videos on this subject. I'm a female but I've learned a lot from watching the menswear videos. If I were a guy I'd be really excited about what my future wardrobe prospects will offer. I actually want a pair of Carmina shoes but I have a lot of problems with my feet... but I dream maybe one day.
Two of my favourites gathered together, it's better then a movies 🍿 cheers guys.
Recently discovered these channels. Love what you do, loving fine wines and cigars (in my price range), wish I could afford to indulge into suits, pens, watches etc. I'll get there but love the content, so very interesting and fun to watch.
Thank you very much! Hugo
great conversation!
Thanks DM! Hugo
Didn't expect this. Definitely a pleasant suprise.
Thanks Patrik! We hope you'll enjoy the show! Cheers, Hugo
Lovely to see Kirby be so honest and open about his journey
Kirby is a very honest man (and a loyal friend). Cheers, Hugo
What a great discussion from you guys. Cheers
What a great conversation. Such a pleasure to listen to.
Thank you so much. Cheers, Hugo
Full of compelling arguments and cool anecdotes!!Keep up the good work!!
Thank you for your kind words. Cheers, Hugo
I really enjoyed this conversation. Thank you for producing it and sharing it. Would love to watch a series produced with you and Kirby in Napoli and London!
We'll try to make this happen of course. All our best, Hugo
Been eagerly awaiting the ST version!
Here we are! All the best, Hugo
A wonderful interview and a delight to watch. Clearly though I am always not satisfied. When I saw the other conversation on Kirby’s channel I left a comment saying the only thing missing was a few cigars being smoked. And here you both are enjoying your Cuban cigars. Now the only missing on this version of the interview is a beautiful woman !! Ha ha I know of course Sonya is behind the camera this time. Thank you both for taking the time to film this delightful and enjoyable meeting of two lovely people on Sartorial Talks. It brightens up a cold January here in the U.K.
Thank you Alan for your words. Cheers! Hugo
Hugo, Kirby amazing show as usual. Hugo and Kirby in Italy and London, sign me up. What an amazing series that I can't wait to see if it comes about.
You are both brilliant at what you do and driven so many people including myself to better, first of my style, and second myself.
Also Hugo, Sonya your books are all stunning. You make me want to go to Italy to find a tailor. Though as you say, it will be very difficult to find one who will let me in.
Many thanks dear Alexander for your kind words of encouragement and appreciation. Yours, Hugo
What an enjoyable interview. My two favorite mens clothing guides on the same screen (plus Mr Chamberlain of The Rake). Well done & thanks for the great content.
You are very welcome Demetri! Warm regards, Hugo
Kirby! Holy c**p, I had no idea you could be so eloquent
I’ve loved your videos on your own channel for years, and I love watching you interview others- but as the subject of an interview, I was unprepared for just how wonderfully you expounded some of your ideas on permanence and the rebound of quality.
Maybe You should write a book- your turn of phrase is well honed.
Kudos to Hugo for coaxing a marvelous interview out of you
Thank you very much Hugo. What an outstanding conversation. Cheers from Madrid! Lots of great tailors here as well. And great wine that I’m aware you and Sonya enjoy. Would be so nice you hear you talk about Spanish garments such as the Teba jacket! Best!
Good morning my friend, we know the sartorial scene there quite well: Langa, Joaquin Fernandes Prats, Sastreria Serna etc... Great people. Cheers, Hugo
Very enjoyable discussion. I am excited to hear about the possibility of collaboration in the future. I hope that you can make it happen!
And, as an aside, your book “The Italian Gentleman” was a Christmas present to myself this year. I’m about halfway through it and enjoying it immensely.
Thank you Joe for buying our book and for your kind words. Cheers, Hugo
Cheers, Hugo. Love you and Kirby, and you are prominent in the style section of my library.
Thank you for your support and enthusiasm Randy! Warm regards, Hugo
A pleasure listening to two greats together. I´m a follower of both of you. It´s clear to me that we are a niche audience but more than enough to make us happy, and you guys too. Any successful entrepreneurial initiative deserves to be known and in most cases it´s fun to listen. And it always has to do with doing what you love. Agreed, totally countercultural in post covid times. In my personal experience I take some guidelines and ideas from your videos.
Thank you sir for your kind comment! Happy to hear we provided you with some ideas and inspiration. All my best, Hugo
I love this show due to the fact that i learn a lot fromthis channal
I'm so glad to read this Antonio! Warm greetings, Hugo
Two ellegant men meet. We must watch and learn. I follow you both, and you are both fantastic
Terrific talk. It's so important, I think, to remind folks of the true value of quality + tradition. Fast and disposable are not very nice (as applied to anything, really...) when profit is the sole motive. Also, the way a small idea (style + business) can grow into something wonderful, one tiny step at a time. I proudly wear my dad's cufflinks with his lovely memory in mind. You lost me at tobacco use and shooting animals, but that's just my personal take. A walking tour of Napoli with you two stars would be delicious, I'm sure. Thanks for all you do.
Many thanks Bobby for your message and your kind words of encouragement. Cheers, Hugo
The important lesson here is about positivity.
Believing in one's self, looking to others, and helping the community as a whole.
Either of these gentlemen (truest sense of the word) can show how to behave, but to have both together in one hit... parfait!
[As a side note: "It was 2005 and no one was going bankrupt"... only a couple of years later...]
Thank you very much.
The sartorial message is certainly reaching the four corners of the globe. I attribute it to a general malaise people are experiencing with the world these days. The pushback is real and I believe the movement is just getting started thanks in large part to fine gentleman like you. Sartorial elegance to me represents order structure rationality manners taste tradition and style. Greetings from Newfoundland Canada
Thank you. We'll continue to spread the word and to 🤞. Cheers, Hugo
It's so nice to hear a fellow Canadian interested in this topic. I live near Vancouver. I find the way most North Americans dress today very discouraging. The internet is opening up a world of craftsmanship, advice, styling etc. that just isn't available elsewhere.
I watched Hugo on Kirby’s channel and now I have the pleasure of watching Kirby on Hugo’s channel. Really fascinating content! Hugo, you should introduce Kirby to the brilliance of two young NY tailors, who you profiled in an article in 2019 - Joseph Genuardi and Yosel Tiefenbrun. In the comments section of a couple of recent Kirby videos, he was unfamiliar with these rising master tailors. I have had Joseph make several suits and it has been a fantastic experience. A video with Sven Raphael Schneider, the unrepentant dandy behind the Gentleman’s Gazette, would be good content.
You're right Bruce. Sonya and I we like a lot Joseph and Yosel. Two excellent traditional tailors, and two nice men. Cheers, Hugo
how great the gentleman having another great conversation!
Thank you 🙏. Cheers, Hugo
@@SARTORIALTALKS i would love to see also a conversation/interview with the gentlemen's gazette!
Hugo and Kirby are both true gentlemen, something the world needs more of these days.
Thank you, really kind. Hugo
39:52 it turned emotional for me what I use now from my grandfathers silk ties, pocket squares and cashmere scarf and sweater etc. it’s just memories and appreciation 😢 I hope people can enjoy and love the small things in life ❤
Yes sir, I hope too my friend. All my best wishes (and a thought for your grand daddy). Best, Hugo
Hugo I love your suit !!!!! Impeccable as always.
Thanks! It's a Cifonelli bespoke with a Dormeuil fabric. Best, Hugo
Great to see you two collaborating! Now to get Kirby to offer a silk pocket square in dark burnt orange! (or a burgundy)
Thanks Robert. My pocket square is actually in cotton and the collar is "rust". Cheers, Hugo
@@SARTORIALTALKS Ah! Rust is a better word for it! I just remember you video on pocket squares, it was RUST (not burnt orange) you recommended as a universal color for a pocket square. Whatever the nom, I have not been able to find one in a solid rust color. Indeed, I might prefer cotton/linen.
Bravo Hugo. You have really become a fantastic interviewer!
Thank you Steven. I must say Kirby is quite easy to interview 😃 . Best regards, Hugo
What an amazing conversation ..I have been the follower of Parisian Gentleman since the beginning and it was one of the main reasons why I started to dress in a suit and tie. But I feel like Kirby is correct on the fact that being dressed up is now an anti culture. And bravo to that. Keep up the good work.
It is a counter culture indeed Tom. Cheers, Hugo
Can't wait to see your collaboration on Netflix, or what ever platform it happens to be shown on.
Thanks Gavin! Best, Hugo
Candid talk!
Enjoyable to say the least.
Love it, two connoisseurs of style getting together discussing style
Thanks Nicholas! Cheers, Hugo
such a wonderful discussion
Many thanks! Hugo
Hello, Mr. Jacomet and Mr. Allison!
What a delight to see you together! I always enjoy listening to chats between fellow youtubers.
It was interesting to learn about how you discovered your passions and how YHVH opened up opportunities for you and your wives towards successfully fashioning a career out of those passions. A big smile came across my face as your (Mr. Allison's) testimony unfolded. And if I recall correctly, now a day later, I couldn't help but smile throughout most (all?) of the video.
May Yah continue to bless you and your families.
Warm regards,
Nicole B.
Many thanks Nicole for your kind words. By the way in French the tetragrammaton spells differently. It's YHWH. God bless you and you beloved ones. Hugo
@@SARTORIALTALKS Thank you!
In the U.S., I suppose we (English and Spanish speakers) predominately use YHVH (Jehovah/Yehovah) because of the KJV and RVR1960 spanish version of the Bible, but most people say "God/Dios". After I started to learn about the "Hebrew" communities (i.e. Hebrew Roots/Messianic Judiasim/ ect.), I came to find out that there's a rather tendentious debate over the name. I think scholars (world-wide or western and Christian, "Hebrew", secular ect. ) believe it's YHWH (Yahweh). I believe Hebrew speaking Jews say it's YHVH and would pronounce it Yehovah if they were to speak the name out loud. Among the various American "Hebrew" communities, I've heard non Hebrew speakers utter a number of variations of the name: JeHoVaH, YeHoVaH, YaHWeH (YHWH), YaHUaH (YHUH), and others. I hear quite interesting pronuncuations, but I don't remember them all. I even hear the same people changing their choice of pronunciation over time. It's quite the puzzle.
Well, that's about all I know about that.
From one protean nerd to another. 🥂
Chao!
What a wonderful conversation. I had always wondered what the hanger project was when I could only associate Kirby with his Saphir shoe care videos (which I totally loved and watched over and over) to take care of my beautiful Altan Bottier, JMLegazel and Caulaincourt French shoes!!!
Thanks for sharing I really enjoyed the video
Thank you very much Rey! Hugo
Love Hugo's egalitarian attitude towards conveying style and elegance to everyone.
The closing bit about transcendence, faith and beauty is something this world needs right now. Jordan peterson talks about this idea occasionally and his investment in his suit collection and the message it sends during his speeches and how the crowd reciprocate and dresses up.
I was expecting this video to come one day from long time. Hugo and kerby together. missed Sonja here but in the future may be. I hope one day it materialized you both shoot a video in Italy. It is going to be much exciting and informative.
Dear Hitesh, you can watch the episode with the there of us on Kirby's channel here: ruclips.net/video/jnfgYye0OXg/видео.html Cheers, Hugo
2 awesome men. Such a great collaboration