Listen "50 | Is Resale Menswear the Future of Sustainable Fashion? Ft. John Wojcik and Christopher Siakkas"
Episode Synopsis
John Wojcik is an esteemed professional working for the UN in Southeast Asia with a deep-rooted passion for classic menswear. Alongside his partner Christopher Siakkas, who works in the financial sector in London, they have co-founded Silk Exchange, a platform dedicated to the sustainable resale of high-end classic menswear. Their combined expertise and fervor for sartorial excellence make them the perfect duo to delve into the nuances of classic menswear and its impact on sustainability and personal style.In this episode, you'll learn:- How classic menswear can serve as a sustainable alternative to fast fashion- The emotional and environmental benefits of investing in quality menswear- Practical tips on finding high-quality menswear items at reduced prices👔 GET MY FREE GUIDE TO HELP YOU DRESS BETTERTimestamps:00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:29 Meet John and Christopher03:20 Discussing the Menswear Resale Market04:56 The Sustainability of Classic Menswear06:57 Building Silk Exchange13:10 Creating a Community21:44 The Origin of Silk Exchange27:58 The Essence of Silk Exchange28:33 Navigating the Platform30:58 Community and Quality Assurance33:27 Team and Global Presence35:23 Staff Picks and Favorite Items37:29 Building a Supplier Network40:23 Unique Selling Points45:05 Personal Style and Inspiration52:18 The Meaning of Always Be FlyVISIT SILKXCHANGE:📸https://www.instagram.com/silkxchange/CONNECT WITH REG🌐www.nyfashiongeek.com📸https://www.instagram.com/newyorkfashiongeek/?hl=en💼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/reginald-ferguson?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2F🎵 https://www.tiktok.com/@newyorkfashiongeek💜Leave a review on Apple Podcasts🟢Leave a review on SpotifyFull Show Notes, Timestamps, Transcript & Guest Links Here