Fashion People

Join fashion commentator Amanda Dobbins and PR expert Adam Shapiro as they navigate the vibrant world of luxury fashion. Amanda critiques Vanity Fair's all-guy Hollywood cover and discusses Meghan Markle's striking Harper's Bazaar shoot. Meanwhile, Adam shares insights on the booming luxury market in India, his agency's expansion, and the unique cultural dynamics that set India apart from China. Discover how Bollywood acts as a global marketing powerhouse and learn about the evolution of Indian consumer profiles!

In this engaging chat, celebrity stylist Kate Young, known for her stunning red carpet work, shares insights on awards-season trends. She discusses the significance of the Governors Awards and previews the Oscar buzz. The conversation dives into the potential resurgence of Valentino Rockstuds, her styling process for Dakota Johnson and Rose Byrne, and the impact of Celine and Versace shows on client aesthetics. Plus, Kate reveals her take on hair accessories with a nod to Karl Lagerfeld and shares winter coat advice that marries style and warmth.

W. David Marx, an esteemed author and fashion observer based in Japan, dives into the evolution of fashion and pop culture over the last 25 years. He discusses the rise of A Bathing Ape and the significance of streetwear like Supreme, linking these trends to adaptative consumer behavior in Japan. Marx explores how selling out has shifted from taboo to ambition, and predicts a future where fashion remains vibrant amidst digital noise. He emphasizes fashion's growing cultural importance over music, as new, high-quality indie brands emerge on global stages.

Lauren and ‘Hung Up’ author Hunter Harris discuss everything happening at the intersection of fashion and pop culture: Timothée Chalamet’s Vogue cover; Taylor Swift’s recent fashion choices, from Gucci to Thom Browne to lace tights; GQ’s gazillion Men of the Year covers; Lily Allen wearing Colleen Allen as her breakup revenge look; the Sydney Sweeney discourse, peer-to-peer fashion rental, and so much more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The host dives into intriguing stories of paranormal encounters. Kendra shares her teenage experience in a small Wyoming town where she and friends used a Ouija board to contact John Lennon. Initial fun turns unsettling as they interpret a falling photo as eerie proof of contact. The conversation explores the blend of playful curiosity with the unexpected consequences of invoking the unknown. With a rich backdrop of 90s culture, the tale captures the thrill and fear of flirting with the supernatural.

Greg Krelenstein, a casting director and founder of GK-LD, dives into the evolving world of celebrity fashion campaigns. He discusses the transition from celebrity ambassadors to ensemble casts, blending A-listers with real people. Greg reflects on the shift from street casting and highlights the importance of authenticity in brand partnerships. He also shares stories from his Misshapes days and the vibrant nightlife scene in NYC, where a surprise appearance from Madonna still sparks excitement. The conversation wraps up with insights into future trends for smaller brands.

Sharing a new series from IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson. On IMO’s special series The Look, Michelle Obama opens up for the first time about her journey and legacy as a fashion icon– in and beyond the White House. Through a series of candid, intimate conversations with her longtime beauty collaborators, fashion insiders, and legendary women–including Jane Fonda, Nina Garcia, Bethann Hardison, Elaine Welteroth, Jenna Lyons, among others–she reveals how she and her team leveraged the scrutiny of her public image to boldly celebrate self-expression, inclusion, and cultural impact. A companion to her book, The Look celebrates an extraordinary legacy of authenticity and representation that continues to permeate culture, politics, and fashion today. In this episode, Project Runway host and Editor-in-Chief of Elle Nina Garcia, guides a conversation between Michelle Obama and African-American Literature professor Farah Jasmine Griffin. They dive into the making of Michelle Obama as a defining force in style: what she wore growing up in the South Side of Chicago, how she evolved her self-presentation in college, and how she stepped into her public image on the national stage as the first Black First Lady. You can hear The Look series inside the IMO feed at https://lnk.to/imomichellecraigFP To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lauren’s guest is New York Times bestselling author Derek Blasberg—also the author of the must-read newsletter And Another Thing—here to discuss this year’s CFDA Fashion Awards. The duo also get into the Baby2Baby gala circuit, the demise of Teen Vogue, and much more. Plus, Derek shares his thoughts on elastic-waist bottoms. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lauren’s guest today is Steven Kolb, the longtime head of the Council of Fashion Designer’s of America. They preview Nov 3 CFDA Fashion Awards and discuss how the business has transformed during his near 20-year tenure. Steven also explains the point of New York Fashion Week and the CFDA itself. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lauren’s guest this week is king of the luxury analysts, Bernstein’s Luca Solca, to discuss how LVMH, Kering, Zegna, Brunello Cucinelli, and Prada Group fared during Q3 earnings season. They touch on everything from Chinese and American consumer behavior and the R word (recession), to whether or not Jonathan Anderson’s first Dior women’s show was good enough. (Luca also reviews Chanel.) Up top, Lauren shares reader and industry feedback on Vogue World. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices