Firstly, to all of our readers - Happy New Year!
2010 was an outstanding year for the site, thanks to your continued support – and I promise that our plans for 2011 are even more exciting.
To kick-off the new year, we (the growing StyleBlogger Team) present you with our first video project. Over the past few months, our videographer Chris and I have been brainstorming, trying to determine the best approach for the video episodes. We eventually agreed on a general vision for the video series: a real, unscripted “reality show” loosely documenting the behind-the-scenes of managing a growing website and all the opportunities that come along with it (styling gigs, design collaborations, starting a clothing line, etc). The basic premise was partly inspired by the HBO series “How to Make it in America” – the real version.
Please keep in mind that every video episode going forward will include style tips & advice since that is, and always will be, the foundation of this site.
I hope you all enjoy this first video – an introduction to the exciting series to come. If the videos are anything like the posts have been, they will only get better with time.
Yours in style,
SB
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If you arent already using one, consider a shotgun mic or a wireless lavalier- it will certainly allow for cleaner audio.
Keep up the good work.
Dan-
Great video! Keep up the EXCELLENT work. You are one of my favorite bloggers, and this is coming from a blogger! I look forward to see more episodes.
Luxurious yours,
Phaon Spurlock
Creator
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Men’s Lifestyle Blog
I love the style advice that you have for men. I have to get my boyfriend to dress like you guys!;)
Thanks to everyone for your continued support, as well as constructive feedback. I’m glad to see alot of excitement about the upcoming video series….you can trust that nobody is more excited than our team. Stay tuned, episodes coming soon. -SB
Dope video, excellent music. Keep doing ya thing cuz theres a lot of people out here that dont kno wat the hell theyre doing. Im feeling your style especially when you mix it up with the hood/hip hop look. Happy 2011!
Great Vid, it’s nice to see what are your reflections about style.
Standing by for the next one!
Niiice!!!
very cool website,keep up the good work.
nice blog and cool video. Looking forward to more.
congrats, dan. looks like you are doing great…hope all is well.
best,
an old friend :)
I LOVEEE the new video….I can’t wait to see what 2011 has in store for the Style Blogger…. :)
jen
http://blankwhiteframes.blogspot.com
fantastic video. intro was on point with old school jay-z. looking forward to “how to make it in…”!!
Big things… That’s what in store for you in 2011, the video idea is long awaited and next level.
Happy New Year and best of luck to you moving forward.
-DY
Lavalier, boom, and shotgun mics. Invest and love the audio. Other than that, the episode is great! Looking forward to more!
I’m sewing tigers on my shirt and alligators..u wanna see the inside huh ill see ya later….classic music…love it!!
As nice as it was, get a decent mic(s)! The inbuilt camera one is terrible, to say the least.
awesome!!
best idea on this blog so far, video is the next level for your blog man, i’ve been waiting for this for a long ass time
it’s amazing
greetings from austria
looking forward to it man great work.
Great site!! My first time here and already enjoy and can learn more of “style” looking forward to seeing you createvyour line!!
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Good Luck Dan, always an avid fan of your blog
Big Things Poppin!
you should how some of your friends’/old teammates’ styles have evolved and grown with some of your aid. I think it would interesting to see the different ways that the style blogger has affected the people he’s lived and been in close contact with… just a thought. Love the site!
Goes to show- If you think it, chances are he’s done it! Check out these posts SB has done featuring his friends:
http://www.thestyleblogger.com/timeless-classics-featuring-ryan-oozeer/
http://www.thestyleblogger.com/knowing-your-size-featuring-marwan-helal/
http://mensstyleblog.blogspot.com/2009/10/wool-sock-weather.html
http://mensstyleblog.blogspot.com/2009/05/dont-put-your-foot-in-your-mouth-but.html
http://mensstyleblog.blogspot.com/2009/03/funny-thing-i-noticed-other-day.htm
http://mensstyleblog.blogspot.com/2009/03/tip-of-day-rock-it-with-confidence.htm
That would be awesome to see some of your old teammates featured/how their style has gotten better because of you
Sorry to jump the gun there man. I interpreted your suggestion a bit differently at first- keep in mind that influence is a two way street! But I see now what you meant and yes I agree it’s a good idea!
This is the next best thing since Oprah’s OWN network. Keep ya head up, you are doing big thangs!
Big fan of the content, really loved the material. But I would just change up the music, this is not Lil’ Wayne’s documentary. Give 9th Wonder instrumentals a swing.
Congrats my dude. Seems like you put in a lot of work to get where you at now. I visit your site daily for tips and advice. Keep up the good work. We all looking forward to the next episodes. Peace
Hi, a friend of mine introduced me to your blog and i’ve been reading it religiously since. I really like the clothes you wear, but as a teen guy, and can’t exactly afford bespoke. Could you do some posts on how to be stylish on a budget, i.e. what to break bank on and what to buy at target? Thanks man, love the blog!
Sky is the Limit, brah.
Good Job and GOod LUCK!!!
2011 will be the year for THE STYLE Blogger!!
Please check out http://lavish-livez.com/blog for more menswear!
first episode has a great feel to it. very natural and real. love the background instrumentals
Its the first time i comment one of your few article and i wanna show love from France ! I just love it and i visit your blog everyday hoping that i will find a new article lol
Happy new year and keep doing your thing i really appreciate your dedication for the development of our hobbit which is our “Swagg”.
Ps: I apologize for my novice’s english
KEEP DOING WHAT YOU DO! LOVE THE SITE
That’s a very good intro! I’ve always visit your blog but a never had comented here before, in 2011 will be different!
Great year SB!! I always enjoyed reading your stuff and seeing your outfits! Way to represent for the younger, stylish, urban gentlemen of the world!! I look forward to what you will bring in 2011, especially your clothing line!!
Great Video. Happy new year to you too. Ciao
Great Video. Happy new year to you too. Ciao
More! More! More! Keep em comin’ Haha this is awesome.
You have a great voice, never heard it before. I’m truly excited-pictures can often “lie”, but videos rarely do.
Happy New Years, Dan! Awesome way to kick it off. This is a fantastic idea and should do a lot to continue to separate you from what the other guys are doing. I have been a loyal reader for a while now and wish you the best of luck in this and everything else you have planned for the year.
This question is unrelated to your latest blog post, but I was wondering do you wash your raw denim or you just constantly wear them out to get the natural fades and wrinkles?
Dan, really loved this, and the idea behind it. Cant wait to see what is to come Christian http://www.stylesage.co.uk
Awesome – great start. GQ, Esquire and Details – pay attention to what Dan is doing! Readers like me get as many great ideas from Dan as from your magazines. Dan’s site is way more fun to navigate than your web sites.
Hey Dan
Been reading your site for a while, and I have just loved seeing the evolution of it.
Best wishes and keep it up.
Darren
Cool first vid Dan. I’m glad to see you’re really finding the identity for your site and it’s no doubt going to be huge in the future.
Hope you had a great New Years and keep up the good work!
Looks Great! Can’t WAit!!
Hey Dan,
New Year, one (of many) new readers! Love the ideas you have planned in the future for the site. Keep up the good work!
damn Biggie and Jay Z …. im sold. Ive said this countless times again, I love this blog keep up the good work.
Happy New Year
When is the line coming out.? I can’t wait.
whats that brown sweater from? great look
Happy New Year!! Congratulations on the success you’ve had with the website…Seems to me that with the new year come new beginnings…Glad to see progression and love the video…Wish you greater success in the new year, and looking forward to see more episodes…best of luck
This video looks unreal!!!
I might even have to feature in one of the episodes lol maybe like a Larry David or something with style! lol Good Luck with it my man!!
wingtips at the end, are those alden on the plaza last?
great video dan can’t wait for more!
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This should be a pretty epic move, looking forward to it!
cool intro dude.. like the use of hiphop(jay en Big..NY finest..)sound levels need tweaking a tad but so far really cool to see what ur up to!
I’m looking forward to more video posts. This blog is great! keep up the good work and Happy New Year! Oh, and I like the Heart of the City instrumental with the vid.
Beyond impressed! Great way to kick off the New Year!
Great Job Man;
Had several of my friends make new hits on your website in the past two weeks.
All of your blog posts etc. are always well thought out and well produced,thanks
very interesting and different. So far so good. you always put out a great product, and I look forward to future “episodes”.