The Who What Wear Podcast Fashion Writer Becky Malinsky on 5 Things You Should Buy for the Holidays and Her New Alex Mill Capsule Collection
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Dec 4, 2024 Becky Malinsky, stylist, consultant, and creator of the newsletter "5 Things You Should Buy," discusses her passion for fashion and insights gained from her time at The Wall Street Journal. She shares her top winter wardrobe essentials and her exciting collaboration with Alex Mill, focusing on stylish, festive pieces. Listeners will also appreciate her thoughtful holiday gift suggestions and the importance of quality fabrics in personal style. It's a must-listen for anyone looking to elevate their fashion this season!
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Fashion Path
- Becky Malinsky's mom encouraged her to pursue fashion, recognizing her passion.
- A chance internship at Cosmopolitan during a trip to NYC solidified her career path.
Freelancing and Substack
- Becky left her Wall Street Journal job after recognizing a need for styling advice in the changing work world post-COVID.
- She started her own business and launched a Substack newsletter as a creative outlet.
Five Things Origin
- The "Five Things You Should Buy" idea came from a friend asking Becky for shopping help.
- This led to a Substack newsletter focused on edited, trustworthy fashion advice.