What’s happening pals. Got a special bonus episode for you here, recorded live at Topologie’s flagship store in Covent Garden.Topologie are a French brand that take inspiration from climbing culture, creating modular bags, phone slings and accessories that balance function and design. They asked me to come down and host a live My Own Garms session with a few brilliant guests to talk about creativity, community and the things we carry.You’ll hear from:Lawrence Midwood, Creative Director at Topologie and former Y-3 designer, talking about process, collaboration and how design actually happens.David Keyte, Co-Founder of Universal Works, on craft, heritage and why physical stores still matter.Cara Hayward, Fashion Director at Gaffer, on styling footballers, print magazines and finding her lane in the industry.Nectar Woode, singer and songwriter, on honesty in her music, community, and the road to her biggest headline show so far.Big thanks to Topologie and Sane Comms for inviting me down, and to everyone who came out on the night.

In this Fit Pic Breakdown mini-episode, Dan Sandison takes us through three looks that mean a lot to him — from childhood nostalgia to Sunday league steeze.We cover: – His first Liverpool shirt bought from a portacabin at Anfield– The vintage Comme des Garçons jacket he stole from his wife– The Pop Trading cap he still grieves– And the five-a-side fit that launched a grassroots football movement in LiverpoolDan also shares the story behind his cover shoot with Héctor Bellerín — how a DM turned into a working relationship, and why Bellerín remains one of the most thoughtful, well-dressed footballers on the planet.Expect Umbro boots, mustard kits, New York-made football shorts, and a full five-a-side fit masterclass.🧥 Looks discussed:– 1992 Liverpool third shirt (Robbie Fowler 23)– Mundial shoot outfit w/ Bellerín (CDG, Pop Trading, APC)– Sunday Best kit (Lyle & Scott, Umbro, Scenes NY)📸 Follow Tom on Instagram: https://instagram.com/grifter_te🧢 Support the pod on Patreon: https://patreon.com/myowngarms

On this episode I’m talking with Dan Sandison. Dan’s a big footy fan who has worked in and around the sport for the last couple of decades. His work has often intersected with the clothing industry and his latest role is with eco-friendly football boot brand Sokito. I’ve only met Dan once before but have always admired his writing, content and outlook on footy and fashion. I’m buzzing to have him as a guest on My Own Garms today.We get into everything from Scouse futurism and McManaman’s cosmic swagger, to Klopp’s Wade Smith glow-up, flannels fit fails, and what it means to actually build the product you used to write about. Dan talks about growing up in a town split between Liverpool and Manchester, his time at Mundial and Hypebeast, and how Sokito is creating boots made of corn, sugarcane and bamboo — worn by Premier League players who actually co-own the brand.🧵 Topics covered:– Liverpool’s fashion legacy & long hair politics– Working at Hypebeast & launching Mundial– Klopp’s evolution from Germanic blazers to Scouse icon– What it’s like to make your own football boots– Flannels fits, tunnel walks & the pressure of drip– Top 3 football boots of all time🛍️ Check out Sokito boots:https://sokito.com🧥 Support the pod on Patreon:https://patreon.com/myowngarms📸 Follow Tom on Instagram:https://instagram.com/grifter_te🧢 Big thanks to Trailberg for sponsoring this series.