Rule Breaker, Style Maker

This episode of Rule Breaker, Style Maker features an exciting conversation with special guest Courtney Blood, where we will be exploring themes of growth & success, ageism, lovers, haters and navigating public opinions. Courtney is a Personal Stylist, Presenter, Content Creator, and Founder of her styling business Monday Project Co. Courtney took a leap of faith and walked away from a 30 year corporate career to pursue styling, and has utilised her expertise to help her clients to style strategically and disrupt the fashion industry's perception of ageing. At the time of recording, she's already surpassed 250K social media followers from zero since late 2022, where Courtney shares her biggest passion inspiring her audience to make sustainable and empowered choices when shopping and selecting outfits.Follow Courtney: @mondayprojectcoFollow Lauren: @laurendibartoloFollow Australian Style Institute: @australianstyleinstitute

This episode of Rule Breaker, Style Maker, features an inspiring conversation between host Lauren Di Bartolo and Melbourne based artist Paink, aka Monty. Paink is known for his bold and innovative art style, whose work ranges from large scale murals, celebrity portraits and screen-to-canvas art. This conversation delves into Monty's work ethic, creative process, how his upbringing lead to his career and some of his most impressive achievements. Follow Monty: @paink_artist Follow us: @australianstyleinstitute

This Style Series episode of 'Rule Breaker, Style Maker' features special guest Paola Di Trocchio, who joins Lauren to discuss the topic of uniform dressing. Leaning upon Paola's expertise as a fashion curator and history enthusiast, this conversation unpacks how 'uniform dressing' can impact someone's signature style. Gain tips on how to intentionally create a uniform to best represent yourself, and hear insights from Paola about her experience curating exhibitions around people who had a dedicated style. Follow us on Instagram: @australianstyleinstitute Follow Paola: @pditrocchio

If you're a fashion history buff or gallery goer, this episode is for you! Lauren chats to leading fashion curator and writer Paola Di Trocchio, who has had a 20 year career at the NGV and is currently completing her doctoral thesis which includes a close study of fashion journalist and style maverick Anna Piaggi. Throughout this conversation, Paola reveals what goes on behind the scenes of an exhibition, including insights the public may not know about sourcing items, research, acquiring and conserving historical pieces, in order to put together an considered (and celebrated!) exhibition. Follow us on Instagram: @australianstyleinstitute Follow Paola: @pditrocchio

In this Style Series episode of Rule Breaker, Style Maker, Lauren and Claire discuss the topic of Professional Dressing - Dress code guidelines, presentation expectations of an organisation, the differing ideologies surrounding getting dressed for work, and practical tips for navigating our own personal brand. Follow us on Instagram: @australianstyleinstitute @laurendibartolo

This Style Series episode of Rule Breaker, Style Maker explores the topic of first impressions, and how us humans often make assumptions based on appearance. Host Lauren Di Bartolo and ASI National Trainer Claire Jenson deep dive into why we do this, and how we might impact what someone thinks of us based on how we present ourselves. Follow us on Instagram: @australianstyleinstitute Follow Lauren: @laurendibartolo Follow Claire: @clairejensenstyle

Hosted by ASI National Trainer Claire Jensen, this episode features a conversation with Drag Queen Isis Avis Loren (aka Michael), who was the winner of Rupaul's Drag Race Down Under Season 3. With a heavy focus on mental health and being your authentic self, Michael discusses his time on the reality TV show, why he pursued drag and how being Isis connects with his identity. Follow Australian Style Institute on Instagram: @australianstyleinstitute Follow Isis Avis Loren: @isisavisloren

This episode features a conversation between host Lauren Di Bartolo and Courtney Holm, founder of circular fashion label A.BCH. As a designer, educator, and entrepreneur, Courtney shares her extensive knowledge on sustainability and fashion, how she's disrupting the industry, and how we can be more sustainable consumers within our own wardrobes.  Follow ASI: @australianstyleinstitute Follow A.BCH: @abch.world Follow Lauren: @laurendibartolo

In this Style Series episode of Rule Breaker, Style Maker, special guest Tish Tily (founder of specialty bra store She Science) joins Lauren to talk everything boobs and bras. This conversation busts all the myths and misconceptions surrounding the topic, and discusses the practical tips for any bra wearer that are often overlooked. Follow us on Instagram: @australianstyleinstitute Follow She Science: @shescience

This episode of Rule Breaker, Style Maker, features a conversation between host Lauren Di Bartolo and Australian model, creative, entrepreneur, and advocate for Indigenous equality Nathan McGuire. Nathan is the founder of Mob In Fashion, and has had a 10 year career as a fashion model and creative. This episode features inspiring stories from his experiences as a model on set, his passion for diversity and inclusion of First Nations creatives in the Australian fashion industry, and advice for those wanting to get involved in the field. Instagram: Follow Nathan: @nathan.mcguire Follow Australian Style Institute: @australianstyleinstitute

The international fashion weeks have wrapped and before the spotlight turns to Melbourne, Lauren and Claire reflect on their favourite runway moments and their take on fashion shows in general. This episode delves into the conversations surrounding trends, celebrities, and topics that aren't often discussed when it comes to runway shows. Follow us on Instagram: @australianstyleinstitute

Season 2 of Rule Breaker, Style Maker kicks off with an interview recorded in front of a live audience. Host Lauren Di Bartolo interviews panelists Nikki Hind (Australia's first blind fashion designer) and Cait Burke (Editor of Fashion Journal) in conjunction with Vision Australia at the launch event for their new book 'Dressed For Success'. This inspiring conversation delves into Nikki's story as a blind designer, the panel's experiences with fashion, and why fashion needs to continually strive to be a more inclusive industry.  Follow Australian Style Institute: @australianstyleinstitute Follow Nikki: @nikki_hind Follow Cait: @caitemmaburke Follow Vision Australia: @visionaustralia

In this episode, Lauren interviews fashion entrepreneur Danielle Goodwin, who owns vintage designer boutique Hawkeye Vintage. This conversation delves into all things vintage fashion & accessories, including how to know which pieces hold value, as well as Danielle's incredible story of owning a business of 12 years and going from strength to strength. Follow us on Instagram: @australianstyleinstitute Follow Danielle: @daniellevictoriagoodwin @hawkeyevintage

In this episode of Rule Breaker, Style Maker, Lauren and Claire discuss a topic that impacts anybody who wears clothes: Sustainability. We're becoming more conscious consumers across the board, and what we wear and buy greatly impacts the environment. This episode features interesting consumption statistics, and practical tips to maintain a sustainable fashion lifestyle. Follow us on Instagram: @australianstyleinstitute

Sai-Wai Foo is a Melbourne based artist and fashion designer who has worked across the Australian fashion industry, and is dedicated to inclusion and representation. She is the Program Coordinator for Melbourne Fashion Festival, and has also appeared on the TV show 'Making It'. Lauren chats to Sai-Wai about her creative history and achievements, the misconceptions of a creative workplace, diversity in fashion business, and how it's never too late to take a chance and do what you love. Follow us on Instagram: @australianstyleinstitute Follow Sai-Wai: @pleatybunny @saiwaifoo Follow Lauren: @laurendibartolo

In this episode of Rule Breaker, Style Maker, Claire interviews our usual host Lauren Di Bartolo about her career and business achievements. Lauren is the founder of Australian Style Institute, a professional stylist of over 15 years, and an expert in human behaviour. We explore how sometimes taking the first step is all that you need to achieve your dreams. Follow Australian Style Institute on Instagram: @australianstyleinstitute Follow Lauren Di Bartolo: @laurendibartolo

In this episode of Rule Breaker, Style Maker, Lauren welcomes Molly and Emma, whose careers have seen them go from Occupational Therapists to fashion designers. As co-founders of inclusive fashion brand JAM the label, they were inspired by their work as disability support workers, JAM is designed with people with disability in mind, amplifying the the message that everyone deserves the opportunity to look and feel good in the clothes they wear. Molly and Emma delve into the importance of inclusion in the fashion industry, starting a clothing business without a background in fashion, and how their design process is equally about function and style.  Follow us on Instagram: @australianstyleinstitute & @laurendibartolo Follow JAM the label: @jamthelabel

Host and Australian Style Institute founder Lauren Di Bartolo and National Trainer Claire Jensen come together to chat about bias, in particular style bias, and it's impact on not only our wardrobes, but our confidence. Touching on human behaviour and the viewpoint from professional stylists, this episode delves into what cognitive bias is, how it influences the way we think about ourselves, and how we can overcome the barrier it creates for our personal style.

In this episode of Rule Breaker, Style Maker, Lauren welcomes guest Jacqui Challinor, executive chef of hatted restaurant NOMAD. Jacqui has an impressive career story to tell, as she delves into being a female head chef in a male-dominated industry, her journey with alcohol, and learning how to stand up for herself. Jacqui stresses the power of taking a chance, and how saying yes to opportunities has opened so many doors. Warning: This episode contains themes of sexual abuse and alcoholism. Follow us on Instagram: @australianstyleinstitute & @laurendibartolo Follow Jacqui: @jacquelline_challinor

Shopping - it's something that a lot people have a love-hate relationship with. Lauren is joined by Australian Style Institute National Trainer and stylist Claire Jensen to discuss all their tips and tricks when hitting the retail stores. Follow us on Instagram: @australianstyleinstitute

In this episode of Rule Breaker, Style Maker, Lauren welcomes guest fashion designer Godwin Hili of Godwin Charli. Godwin's upbringing and success story is remarkable: he explores themes of bullying, resilience, society and sexuality, passion and the importance of self care. Follow us on Instagram: @australianstyleinstitute & @laurendibartolo Follow Godwin Hili: @godwinhili & @godwincharli

The power of clothing is so much more than the feeling it gives us, it has been proven to impact our cognitive behaviour and attitudes. Lauren is joined by Australian Style Institute National Trainer Claire Jensen to explore this idea, and they share the impact their wardrobe has had on their daily lives. Follow us for updates on Instagram: @australianstyleinstitute & @laurendibartolo.

Body shape, for many of us, it has one of the biggest impacts on our style. Lauren is joined by Australian Style Institute National Trainer Claire Jensen to discuss their insight and personal experience with body shape and style.

Fashion - it's often misundertood. Superficial from the outside, and exclusive from within. But if you're here, you'd know that it goes so much deeper than that - take it from host Lauren Di Bartolo, a Fashion Stylist who's specialises in human behavior. From unpacking the conversations of the moment that are lighting up the fashion world, to delving deep into the backstories of inspiring guests, Lauren will break down the so-called Fashion rules that we all hold - and that hold us back. In this series, you'll hear from some of the country's most inspiring and successful people across business, life and style, who will share how by re-writing their own rules, they've shaped their life and overcome challenges to become leaders of industry and icons of style.