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Kate Hawley, a talented costume designer known for her work with Guillermo del Toro, shares insights on designing for his retelling of Frankenstein. She delves into her extensive research process, revealing how historical elements influenced her saturated color palettes. Hawley discusses Mia Goth's dual roles, highlighting color-coding and symbolic accessories like a Tiffany-made beetle necklace. Expect fashion trends like feathered headpieces and striking malachite colors to emerge from the film's stylized designs!

Elyse Myers, a vibrant content creator, comedian, and author, skyrocketed to fame with her candid TikTok storytime videos. In this chat, she shares her journey from juggling multiple jobs to crafting relatable and humorous content that resonates with millions. Elyse recounts her viral Taco Bell first date story and discusses navigating neurodivergence while writing her debut book. She also offers tips for those considering a career pivot, emphasizing trust in oneself and the importance of setting boundaries in business.

Negar Ali Kline is a talented costume designer renowned for her work on Netflix’s rom-com series Nobody Wants This. In this chat, she shares her early career experiences, including working with legendary Ruth Carter. Negar highlights the significance of character wardrobes in capturing L.A. style, focusing on how she transformed characters for season two. She discusses sourcing iconic pieces, including Joanne's vintage chinchilla coat, and thoughtfully curating each character's wardrobe to reflect their personality and evolution.

Brynn Putnam is a former professional ballerina and the innovative founder behind tech companies Mirror and Board. She discusses her journey from dance to developing Mirror, an interactive fitness solution, and shares the challenges of fundraising while pregnant. Brynn also reveals her latest project, Board, which combines board and video games to enhance family connectivity. Throughout the conversation, she reflects on leadership lessons and the importance of prioritizing relationships over work, offering valuable advice for those considering career changes.

Who What Wear just dropped its inaugural Parents Issue—a brand-new hub for stylish parents to find fashionable, personal, and trustworthy shopping recs. In this episode, we interview our first cover star: actress and new mom Justine Lupe. Lupe sits down in-studio with Who What Wear Editor in Chief and fellow new mom Kat Collings to talk about all things motherhood—including filming season 1 of Nobody Wants This while pregnant with her daughter, Ellis. Lupe opens up about her newfound primal instincts, the challenges of postpartum life, and how she consulted an astrologer for advice on how to balance motherhood with her career. Plus, she shares the story of the "naked" dress she wore to the Emmys and behind-the-scenes details from Nobody Wants This season 2 (out tomorrow!).WATCH the episode on Youtube HERE! Shop our editor's eBay picks here!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Melissa Morris, founder of the luxury handbag brand Métier, shares her journey from working with fashion giants like Helmut Lang and LVMH to creating a line of bags that seamlessly blend elegance with practicality. She discusses how her background in sculpture influenced her design philosophy, focusing on creating bags for specific journeys. Morris emphasizes the importance of rigorous durability testing and the unique appeal of her collection, which avoids chasing trends. She also candidly reflects on her career shifts and offers advice on building confidence for those looking to pivot.

This week, Who What Wear Beauty Director Erin Jahns is reporting from the Sulwhasoo Skin Longevity Symposium in New York. Sulwhasoo is a global luxury beauty brand rooted in Korean heritage and powered by ginseng-based innovation. In partnership with scientists from the Department of Dermatology at Johns Hopkins Medical School, the symposium celebrated 60 years of ginseng science and unveiled the latest research results for Sulwhasoo’s exclusively developed ingredients. Moments after the symposium, Erin sat down with Ron Robinson, cosmetic chemist and founder of BeautyStat, known for his expertise in ingredient innovation, and Michelle Lee, an award-winning editor, former EIC of Allure and longtime beauty authority recognized for her forward-thinking perspective on the industry. Today, the trio is sharing everything they learned about the power of ginseng as a key driver in supporting skin longevity and the benefits of adding this ingredient to your skincare regimen.WATCH this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/ugsh8wEbUrwSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jenee Naylor is the personality behind the beloved luxury fashion blog HighLowLuxxe and the founder of 12PM Studios. Before she became a full-time content creator, she held leadership roles at Target. She stayed at the chain for eight years as a general manager and store director, building up her people management skills, with the goal of one day becoming CEO. But she also found joy in running HighLowLuxxe on the side, posting fashion content on her days off and interacting with her growing audience. After feeling like her growth had been stunted at her day job, Naylor left Target to run her blog full-time. Her continued authenticity and dedication to her platform have made her a fashion authority and a dream partner for brands. She even had a full-circle moment being invited back to Target—only this time, she was launching her own fashion line. Now, after years of establishing herself in the luxury fashion industry, Naylor decided to launch her own luxury eyewear brand, 12PM Studios.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Who What Wear Shopping Director Bobby Schuessler is joined by Associate Director of Special Projects Kristen Nichols and Editorial Director Lauren Eggertsen to recap fashion month. Kristen and Lauren just returned from London and Milan, respectively, and they’re here to fill you in on the designers to watch from each city. They get into all the trends they saw on the runways and on the streets and give their predictions about how this season’s shows will impact the way people get dressed next year. Plus, Editor in Chief Kat Collings chimes in live from Paris Fashion Week.If you missed it, make sure to check out our NYFW recap from last month here!Shop our editor's eBay picks here!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Gregg Renfrew, founder of Beautycounter and now CEO of Counter, returns to share her journey in the clean-beauty movement. She discusses the challenges of founding Beautycounter amidst industry resistance, her advocacy for safer cosmetics, and the emotional rollercoaster of stepping down as CEO. After seeing the brand struggle post-sale, Gregg recounts her bold decision to buy back the company, relaunch as Counter, and focus on empowering women through clean beauty. Her insights on leadership and strategic pivots are both inspiring and insightful.