Identity & Beauty

This weeks interview is with personal stylist Donna Tweedale, an incredibly gifted stylist who just knows women. We chatted garments as an extension of identity, blocking out the noise of consumerism and the importance of finding your own style. . You can find Donna at donnatweedalestylist.com

This week I spoke to Georgie, an artist, mum and wife based here in Nottinghamshire. She spoke about her journey as a mother, and how her sons diagnosis with a rare genetic condition has changed who she is today. You can find Georgie at drawinkdesigns.com

This week I spoke to Helen AKA The Interiors Lady. We talked our homes being an extension of our evolving identities and her renovation journey! If you want to follow Helen's journey, you can find her at interiorslady.co.uk

This week I spoke to Sophie, the girl boss owner of Ivory White Bridal. We chatted about her route into the fashion industry and the joys of styling clients for their weddings days! For more info about Sophie's boutique visit: ivorywhitebridal.co.uk

This week I chatted to Jane, a Nottingham based intuitive healing coach. We discussed her path to spirituality, the negative connotations surrounding the spiritual world and how knowing more about our energy can help us gain the knowledge and confidence on our identity journey. Find out more about Jane here: the-crystalised.co.uk

This week I chat to Millie, a Nottinghamshire based motherhood, newborn and family photographer. We discussed her journey to becoming a successful photographer, staying true to your art as it evolves and body confidence. You can find Millie at: www.ohbabyphotography.co.uk

I am back. Nearly 2 years after I last recorded, I am bringing you new episodes. More interviews with real people about their identities and how their journeys have shaped who they are today. But first, let us catch up!

This month I chat to Bex Knight, who is a Nottingham based PR consultant and bride-to-be. We discussed staying true to yourself whilst managing others communications and how marriage is one of the biggest displays of identity throughout our lives. You can find Bex at: www.bexknight.co.uk

In this months episode I chat to my friend Anna Dunleavy. Anna is a professional photographer and founder of the Fearless Hustle Collective Podcast and Members Club. We chatted about how her move to the UK in adolescence shaped her identity , the pressures put on us by photo editing and the importance of documenting your life in pictures. You can find Anna at: www.annadunleavy.com

I chat to wardrobe and style consultant, Helen Keightley. Also known as the wardrobe fairy Nottingham, Helen helps women feel great in their own skin through clothes and styling. We talked about how dressing is deeper than just fashion , embracing your body after having children and how we instinctively make assumptions about others based on their presentation. Visit Helen's website www.wardrobefairynottingham.com www.rubyjbeauty.com

In the last episode of the first series I chat to the man who probably knows me best, my husband! Rob and I talked about how we met and the negotiations present in world of Internet dating. We also touched on how relationships can inform personal identities and our experience of parenthood. www.rubyjbeauty.com

In episode 4 I chat to my friend Alice, a pre-construction designer who describes herself as a "council estate kid". We talk about her navigation through state school in a deprived area of South Yorkshire, studying for her masters in surveying and eventually entering the male dominant, construction industry. She also talks of her travel experiences and how they have shaped her view on personal identity. www.rubyjbeauty.com

This week its just me! I talk about the history of my interest and obsession with the subject of Identity and Beauty. I also delve into the choices and negotiations we experience throughout our lives. Publications mentioned: Dean Sudjic - The Language of Things Stephen Bayley - Taste: The Secret Meaning of Things

I chat to Amy Phipps, a Creative Life & Business Coach, Etsy Captain, Published Author and Co-host of the fabulous business podcast, Women Who Create UK. We discussed evolving style and identity, sustainable fashion, finding confidence through makeup and living a vegan lifestyle. Visit Amy's website www.womenwhocreateuk.com Find her on Instagram www.instagram.com/women_whocreate

I am chatting with the incredibly talented Nail Artist, Bethan Turner-Harrod. Far from your average french tips - Bethan's designs, inspired by nature and pattern are, "tiny works of art on your nails." I loved chatting to her about the display of identity through her work, the misconceptions of working in the beauty industry and how she negotiated her identity in adolescence. You can find Bethan at www.instagram.com/_dorta_