UnStyled
Refinery29
UnStyled is a weekly podcast hosted by Refinery29 Global Editor-in-Chief & Co-founder, Christene Barberich, that explores the funny, inspiring, sometimes heartbreaking tales of life, work, and love—as told through the things that we wear. Guests this season include Shailene Woodley, E. Jean Carroll, Samantha Bee, and more. For more UnStyled extras check out @christenebarberich and sign up for our exclusive UnStyled newsletter delivered straight to your inbox every week. Thanks for tuning in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 23, 2017 • 20min
Dr. Samantha Boardman on the psychology of style
In our last episode of the season, New York-based psychologist Dr. Samantha Boardman helps us to better understand and appreciate the hardwired, chemical connection between looking good and feeling good. Stay tuned for Season 2! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 16, 2017 • 20min
Piera Gelardi on the origin story
From mini dinner parties to maxi events for thousands, co-founder and executive creative director Piera Gelardi knows how to make life—and a brand—memorable. Drawing inspiration from everything and everywhere, Piera talks candidly about how her passion for art, style, and experiences has helped put Refinery29 on a global stage, and has made her a women's media force to be reckoned with. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 9, 2017 • 23min
Rachel Comey on being self-made
Rachel Comey's cult-like womenswear brand has unwittingly become the new face of real, unpretentious American fashion; one that's personal, artistic, and most importantly, self-made. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 18, 2016 • 24min
Jill Kargman on saying "fuck it!" to fitting in
Jill Kargman, creator and breakout star of Bravo’s hit scripted series “Odd Mom Out” has built a career in comedy writing around the familiar feelings we all have about not fitting in. With season three just picked up, Jill talks honestly about all the subsequent surprises that come from that very unique and hilarious outsider perspective. Happy holidays and happy New Year! We'll see you back here on 1/9 for a conversation with Rachel Comey on being truly self-made. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 12, 2016 • 23min
Amy Sall on cultural appropriation & preservation
Global style influencer, human rights activist, and cultural studies professor Amy Sall has spent her life negotiating two continents—an experience that's helped shape her view of African Thought as well as that powerful place where style, culture, and politics meet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 5, 2016 • 31min
Norma Kamali on the art of reinvention
Norma Kamali’s iconic 50-year fashion career can be attributed to her near-psychic ability to be ahead of the curve. She's also living proof that personal success—and true love—can show up at any age. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 28, 2016 • 22min
Ashley Graham on revolutionizing the female form
She's known the world over as the most successful and candid plus-size model in history, but Ashley Graham is way more than just a model. Through her clothing designs, brand empire, and advocacy, she's helping to lead a revolution of the female form. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 21, 2016 • 20min
Leandra Medine on building a new-world empire
Leandra Medine's ManRepeller website is known for its no-apologies, zero-fucks philosophy on living life—and wearing it—authentically. And it's exactly that signature candor that's helped her to shape and build a model for the media empire of the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 12, 2016 • 25min
Stacy London on style transformations
She's best known for her ten years hosting TLC's "What Not To Wear," but today, Stacy London is even more vocal about her perspectives on personal style—it's never about how young, rich, or thin we are; it's about getting real with ourselves at the most crucial moments in our lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 12, 2016 • 19min
Danielle Brooks on becoming yourself
Starring in the Netflix series "Orange is the New Black" and the Tony-Award winning musical "The Color Purple" simultaneously, superstar actress Danielle Brooks is not only living out her own dream but inspiring other women to find theirs, too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
