Fashion People Gwyneth Paltrow’s P.R. Plan and the Brooks Brothers Pseudo-Revival
Apr 1, 2025
In this vibrant conversation, Marisa Meltzer, author of the upcoming book on Jane Birkin, dives into Gwyneth Paltrow's savvy P.R. strategies and her lifestyle brand Goop's evolution. They dissect the memoirs of notable New Yorkers Graydon Carter and Keith McNally and how they reflect on their lives. The discussion further touches on the Thirteen Lune controversy, media portrayals of older women, and the unexpected charm of Brooks Brothers. With stylish vacation wardrobe tips sprinkled in, their shopping musings are both relatable and entertaining.
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LA Visit and Castle Controversy
- Lauren Sherman is in Los Angeles and plans to attend the Skims store opening.
- She discusses the alleged financial misrepresentation by Christine Hunsiker, founder of the white-label clothing rental platform Castle.
NYC Memoirs and Nostalgia
- Marissa Meltzer and Lauren Sherman discuss Graydon Carter's and Keith McNally's memoirs, reflecting on New York City's past.
- They reminisce about the romanticized grit and affordability of 1970s New York.
Gwyneth Paltrow's PR Strategy
- Gwyneth Paltrow's recent press appearances, including a Vanity Fair cover and a Fortune Q&A, seem excessive.
- Sherman questions the timing of these appearances, given Goop's restructuring.