I design men's clothes in NYC. I like to pay attention to the details and resolve the things that bother me. My videos show my thoughts and work behind the scenes.
The videos I reference can be found at https://www.youtube.com/@AmericanBreakfastNYC (https://www.youtube.com/@AmericanBreakfastNYC)
Short month due to vacation, but making progress | EP10 Sep'26
I want to believe going away helped because I'm not a routine person. We'll see if that means the next episode is better or worse because I'll be out of town again next week for a bit.
13 Aug 2026
How did I get here? Hertling (sort of...) and me | EP9 Aug '26
As I get closer to finalizing my projects, I'd like to share how I got started and to where I am. I got lucky living in NYC, met some industry folks, and then the ball started rolling. It even involves Hertling, the most famous American trouser factory and maker for Paul Stuart, J Press, Andover Shop, BODE, and more.
15 Jul 2026
The majority of people in the clothing industry... | EP8 July '26
The apparel industry isn't all fun and games, arts and crafts. For the most part, it's a business.
24 Jun 2026
Reflections on my place in the apparel industry | EP7 Jun '26
Felt reflective...might delete later
28 May 2026
Things are comfortable. Are they too comfortable? I think I need to do more... | EP6 May '26
The new factory and I seem to be getting along well. We're making some steady progress to get things ready for production.
But I don't want to get too comfortable. I think if everything's going well here, I need to tighten up other areas that aren't as healthy...like those photos I don't have.
18 Apr 2026
Musings on the experiment to find the best factory (no spoilers to upcoming video) | EP5 Apr '26
I found 8 factories in NYC who all said they could make my pants. I reviewed all 8 samples. In hindsight I talk about my evaluation process regarding the construction and interiors. The actual review will be in my next YouTube video.
My YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AmericanBreakfastNYC (https://www.youtube.com/@AmericanBreakfastNYC)
29 Mar 2026
I found 8 factories in NYC to make my pants. Will I find the perfect factory? | EP4 Mar '26
Eight factories in NYC, one pair of pants—what should be identical quickly becomes an experiment in quality, communication, and trust. This episode explores what a designer thinks about as he looks for a manufacturing.
25 Feb 2026
Thoughts after Digitizing/Copying the Pattern and The Upcoming Experiment | EP3 Feb '26
An update covering Feb 2026. I digitized my pattern, which was worth it's own separate video.
Video of Digitizing the Pattern: https://youtu.be/j5XqWhg4EAQ?si=gep5HhCiAIfPDLsb (https://youtu.be/j5XqWhg4EAQ?si=gep5HhCiAIfPDLsb)
I have the luxury of time to make sure I get the best clothes I possibly can. So I'm working with a number of different factories in NYC to determine which is best for my needs. You can follow along - just stay tuned to the podcast!
1 Feb 2026
Preparing Pants for Production | EP2 Jan '26
Monthly update for Jan 2026
I am preparing for factories to make samples of my pants. Some hiccups along the way, but I'm trying my best to review everything beforehand.
Short updates on swim trunks, single breasted jacket, and sweater as well.
My first YouTube video (referenced in episode) is also available at: https://youtu.be/vAM_pMY_psA (https://youtu.be/vAM_pMY_psA)
2 Jan 2026
Hello | EP1
In this first episode of American Breakfast, I talk about why I’m starting a men’s clothing brand and why I’m obsessed with getting pants right. I get into what’s gone wrong so far—from samples that don’t match the pattern to the hunt for a factory I can trust—and why I decided to share the whole process as it happens.
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