infinite scroll MINI SCROLL: Diarrha N'Diaye appointed head of Skims Beauty, Teen Vogue absorbed + Xandra Pohl talks Alix Earle
Nov 4, 2025
Diarrha N'Diaye steps into a leadership role at Skims Beauty after the closure of her brand, Ami Colé, focusing on product and brand strategy. The podcast discusses the impact of Condé Nast's decision to absorb Teen Vogue into Vogue.com, leading to significant layoffs and a concerning loss of diversity in the newsroom. Xandra Pohl opens up about her friendship breakup with Alix Earle, reflecting on the challenges of navigating personal relationships in the public eye.
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Founder’s Honest Brand Shutdown Boosted Career
- Diarrha N'Diaye candidly documented Ami Colé's closure and its causes in press and podcasts.
- Her transparency boosted her personal brand and led to her new role at Skims Beauty.
Growth Can Mask Unsustainable Costs
- Operating costs, not demand, sank Ami Colé despite strong retail presence and cult products.
- Diyarrah's point: smaller, sustainable rollouts can beat rapid national expansion.
New Role At Skims Beauty
- Diarrha will lead product development and strategy for the new Skims Beauty spinoff.
- Her resume includes roles at Glossier, L'Oréal, and Rebecca Minkoff, prepping her for the position.