Runway Walks / Current Talks

This year has been one of reflection. And when looking back, one can’t help but also look forward. As we begin to emerge from our Covid quarantines, we’re wondering what we can expect from the fashion industry. This week, we discuss the big themes we expect to see and the trends we think will continue. Sustainability, the rise of ecommerce, exceptional personal service, inclusion and diversity, resale, quality over quantity and cyclical fashion all have a place moving forward. And we couldn’t take a look at the industry without thinking about the future of RWCT and our place in it. Listen in to hear what’s happening. Plus in Style Snacks, Psykhe is live and kinda like the shopping version of online dating.  www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Futuristic meets fetishism, Thierry Mugler’s designs have always stood out among his peers. His ability to craft garments that feel all at once relevant and yet still futuristic almost 30 years after their creation is impressive to say the least. This week, we take a look back on his career and most memorable shows - and there were a lot to choose from. We also take a look at what he’s been up to lately, #Muglarized. Plus in Style Snacks, Gucci gives us a talk show, Kris Van Assche is out at Berluti, Burberry and Balenciaga show their Fall 21 collections and we get our first look at the Halston Netflix limited series. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured 

Luxury conglomerates are commonplace now, but back in the 1980’s the idea was laughable. Why would you amass so many brands under one umbrella? What benefit could that possibly serve? Well if you’re Bernard Arnault or Francois Pinault, I’d say the benefits (or profits rather) have been sizeable to say the least. This week we take a look at what you should do when you buy (or relaunch) a brand and the luxury powerhouses behind some of the biggest acquisitions. Plus in Style Snacks, we chat about Bill Nye the Fashion Adviser Guy, The Met Gala’s new theme, Burberry’s Royal Warrant, Celine and Dior’s latest shows and Gucci’s 100 year blowout collection. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured 

What does your favorite piece of clothing mean to you? What memories does it invoke? Has it become more than just clothing? Netflix’s new series Worn Stories, based on the book by Emily Spivack, explores just that. Organized by themes, the show takes a look at people’s deep connection to what they wear. This week we reflect on the series and our own Worn Stories. Listen in to hear what we consider to be the most meaningful piece in our closets and how it ended up there. Plus in Style Snacks, we say goodbye to Prince Phillip, hello to Anya Hindmarch’s new village, nice job to Will.I.Am’s new hi tech mask and thank goodness for the return of the Met Gala.  www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured 

Hey Upper East Siders, we’re calling all Gossip Girl fans to join us this week as we take a look back at some of the show’s most memorable looks and the lasting impact of the now iconic show. Few other shows have captured a character’s essence as well as this show did. I mean, you say Blair Waldorf and you immediately think headband. Chuck Bass? Velvet blazer and cravat. Serena van der Woodsen? Boho chic jetsetter. We also muse on what to expect from the reboot and designers we need to see on the cast. Plus in Style Snacks, Jacquemus hosted a flower pop up shop in Paris, Lady Gaga pairs up with Dom Perignon, Italian brands are pitching in on the vaccine campaign, Revolve will sell you a vaccine ready shirt, shakeups at Ferragamo and Bottega Veneta is releasing a quarterly digital journal. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

It’s our birthday episode! After a year of lockdown, we tentatively decided to venture out into the real world for some in person shopping. Of course, we made sure to do so in a responsible manner complete with double masks and an appointment to avoid overcrowding. Our first (and only) stop was Mod + Jo, a boutique jewelry company with their only brick and motor store in Dallas’s Bishop Arts District. Listen in to hear our experience and personal picks, including Liz’s permanent addition. We also reflect on what it means to enter your 30’s and how our personal styles have evolved over the years. Hint, it’s all about becoming comfortable in your own skin. Cheers to another year!https://www.modandjo.comwww.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

With another busy fashion month behind us, we wanted to take a minute to catch up on some Style Snacks. First, we reflect on the incredible career and loss of Elsa Peretti, legendary Tiffany jewelry designer. We also discuss the controversial hiring and eventual firing of Alexi McCammond at Teen Vogue. In more positive news, Anouck Duranteau-Loeper was named the head of the Chambre Syndicale de la Mode Féminine, the governing body of women’s fashion in France. Then it’s time for designer news! Gucci announces their next show and sells digital sneakers. Yes, that’s really a thing. Hermes and Stella McCartney look to fungus for materials. Then a whole bunch of brands do a whole bunch of collabs, Paris Hilton and Brad Pitt star in (separate) ad campaigns and Vogue releases the top accessory trends for Fall 2021. And because we couldn’t resist, who’s curious in drunk shopping? Well apparently a lot of people are because it is a $26 billion habit.  www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Hello ski vibes! A seemingly unlikely combo, we saw a ton of ski lodge, parka vibes coming out of Paris this Fall. But luckily it was balanced with the city’s usual level of aloof chicness, so thank goodness for that. Listen in to hear how our brackets shaped up with our final six pics, Each x Other, Elie Saab, Louis Vuitton, Dawei Studio, Courreges and Miu Miu. We also discuss Thom Browne, Dior, Chanel, Schiaparelli and Givenchy. Then in Style Snacks, we unpack the Meghan and Harry interview, LVMH is the most valuable European company now, Exor buys a piece of Christian Louboutin and House of Gucci looks AMAZING!www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Why is it that Milan is always where things fall apart? This season was no different with our first no score show of the season. It wasn’t all rough going though. Listen in to hear the winners and losers for our picks: Drome, Alabama Muse, Marco Rambaldi, MSGM, OOF Wear and mooRER. And we’re finally able to round out New York with Alejandra Alonso Rojas. Plus in Style Snacks, we dissect the Andre Leon Talley house drama, talk all things acquisition with OTB buying Jil Sander, Kering taking a stake in Vestaire Collective and LVMH acquiring half of Jay Z’s champagne Ace of Spades and hit on some of this week’s show highlights. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

London was probably our biggest wildcard this season as both our brackets were stacked with unfamiliar designers. Lucky for us, our picks served up some surprisingly fun, quirky and want to wear now looks. Listen in to hear our reviews for JORDANLUCA, Jamie Wei Huang, A.W.A.K.E Mode, Edward Crutchley and 16Arlington. And we have to give a special callout to Lupe Gajardo for serving up the funniest digital presentation we’ve ever seen. Seriously, it’s the perfect antidote to an industry that can take itself a little too seriously at times. We also jump back to New York for a quick look at Christian Siriano’s in person event. In our show centered Style Snacks, we take a look at Kim Jones first Fendi presentation, Khaite, Roksanda and Prada. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Not even a country wide winter storm could stop the kickoff of Fashion Month! And thank goodness because we all needed something good. New York didn’t disappoint with Proenza Schouler acting as a particularly bright spot and Jason Wu giving us some covet worthy coats. Rebecca Minkoff was consistent offering her usual easy to wear dresses and bags, but this time with vegan leather options. This week’s Style Snacks is entertainment jam packed with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s pregnancy announcement, Kim and Kanye’s divorce, the SATC reboot missing even more key characters and the Cruella movie trailer drop. Not to worry, some fashion news happened too – John Legend x Sperry debuts, Alexander McQueen becomes the first in Vestaire Collective’s “Brand Approved” program and a fashion exhibit is actually happening in real life in Paris. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

The gang’s all here! Mike and Nick join Whitney and Liz this week to help pick designers for the next Game of Clothes. This season will be completely random and up to fate as Nick and Mike draw designers at random for the brackets. Listen in to see who Liz and Whitney will have for each city! Plus in Style Snacks, the SATC Samantha debate continues (and Nick is surprisingly invested in the outcome) and LVMH and Rihanna hit the pause button on Fenty RTW.www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

More than 15 years after the last episode’s air date, SATC is making a return to the small screen. Is it necessary? How will the characters deal with a drastically different New York? What will they be discussing now? Fashion? Sustainability? Social media? Social distancing? And just what are they going to do with the whole Samantha situation? So many questions… and so much fun to speculate. This week we jump into some of the biggest questions surrounding the show’s reboot as well as take a look back at the ground breaking fashion of the original. It’s safe to say that the show inspired a generation of women, ourselves included. Listen in to hear what the original meant to us and what we hope to see the characters wearing this time around. Plus in Style Snacks, Alaia has a new Creative Director, Martin Margiela’s art show has been postponed, Erdem launches bridal and NYFW is no more. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

It’s HC week again! And while we’re still missing in person shows, designers found ways to wow us all the same. This week we take a look at the highlights from the HC Masters - Chanel, Dior, Fendi and Giambattista Valli. And while those shows were consistently good, it was really the new wave that impressed us this week. Exciting looks from Schiaparelli’s Daniel Roseberry stole the week, along with Alber Elbaz’s debut of AZ Factory’s first three projects and Area’s crystal and sculptural feats. Iris Van Herpen and Valentino also excited us with their ability to continually evolve their known aesthetics into something fresh. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Stylish, elegant and glamourous – three words that immediately come to mind when thinking of Carolina Herrera. Also synonymous with Herrera, crisp white shirts. Lots and lots of them. This week, we take a look at the incredibly fashionable life and career of a woman who redefined American elegance. We also explore the exciting new chapter of the brand under Wes Gordon and why the pairing works so well. Plus in Style Snacks, inauguration fashion gave us something to believe in, Kamala’s digital cover is hitting newsstands, Louis Vuitton and Prada gave us some serious men’s fashion, Liz shares a new Instagram obsession and Saint Laurent’s digital shows have the views to prove the brand knows how to hold an online show. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

We’ve all come to terms with the fact that things are going to be digital for a while longer. And I think we can all agree that we’re over sweatpants and in need of a little glamour. So this week we’re taking a look at virtual red carpets and online styling. Celebrities and stylists are capitalizing on this moment to break out of traditional styling expectations, instead opting for some surprising choices for film premieres and award shows. But the fun isn’t isolated to celebrities, stylists are offering online classes and private sessions for those looking to up their Zoom game. In Style Snacks, we take a look at the Kamala Harris Vogue cover controversy, the Row’s online inspiration sample sale, Barney’s at Saks and the SATC reboot. Oh and did we mention the luxury import tax didn’t go into effect? Yay!www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.comhttps://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/https://twitter.com/RunwayTalkshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Well, this was not how 2021 was supposed to start. Riots at the Capitol have cast a dark shadow on the new year and their impact will last long into the future. Not dissimilarly is the matter of this week’s main story, John Galliano and his complicated legacy. Galliano quickly rose to fame first through his own label, Givenchy and finally Dior. During his tenure at Dior, the company became a billion-dollar success and he was at the pinnacle of superstar designer status. That all changed after an Anti-Semitic rant at a Paris café in 2011. Galliano entered rehab claiming that substance abuse and work related stress contributed to his break. He reemerged on the fashion scene two years later after much atonement. Now at Maison Margiela, Galliano routinely receives praise for his collections. His talent is still supreme, but not all can forgive so easily. Listen in to hear our thoughts. Plus in Style Snacks, Kim and Kanye are supposedly headed for divorce, Paris Fashion Week will be audience free, Jonathan Anderson’s Loewe x My Neighbor Totoro gives us something to smile about, Lindsay People’s Wagner is headed to The Cut and Bottega Veneta disappeared from social media. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Welcome to 2021! And while we may have taken off a couple of weeks for the holidays, fashion news did not. This week we catch up on everything that happened during break and in true 2020 fashion it was anything but dull. First up, we remember Pierre Cardin and Stella Tennant who both passed prior to the new year. Next, Conde Nast is making moves with Anna Wintour’s promotion to Chief Content Officer and Vogue’s announcement of a new fashion news show. Saint Laurent’s Summer 21 collection was… well… the location provided quite a few logistical questions. The LVMH and Tiffany merger is finally drawing to close. Then, Alexander Wang responds to sexual assault allegations. And finally, Martin Margiela will be showing his art for the first time in a Paris exhibit and Pat McGrath was awarded the title of Dame of the British Empire. Phew, Happy New Year! www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

While this year might look a little different in terms of holiday parties, that doesn’t mean that holiday styling is any less important. This week we review potential options for everything from Holiday Work Parties to Christmas Eve to New Year’s. And the most important rule this season? Dress to bring yourself joy. Dress up, dress down, just make sure you have fun with it! Then in Style Snacks, Louis Vuitton has a last minute gift idea that will run you 60k, the Colette documentary is out in time for holiday viewing, Gabriella Hearst officially takes over at Chloe, the Balenciaga video game is catching some flack, Bottega Veneta is releasing a film for their SS 21 collection as will Saint Laurent for their Summer 21 collection and Burberry is giving back to fashion students in the UK. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Like everyone else, we’ve binged Season 4 of The Crown and our interest in Princess Diana’s style has been reignited. From her early countryside looks to the sexy post-divorce dresses, Princess Diana developed a distinct style and often used her clothes to speak for her when she could not otherwise. This week we take a look back at her rise to royalty, style evolution and most famous looks. It’s no surprise that we’re still taking fashion cues from her. Plus in Style Snacks, The Fashion Awards take a different approach this year, Chanel staged a show for Kristen Stewart, Givenchy released Matthew Williams first collection early and Natacha Ramsay-Levi steps down from her role at Chloe. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Can you believe it? This week marks RWCT’s 100th Episode! Whitney is back just in time to help kick off the celebration. To help commemorate the occasion, Liz and Whitney reflect on what the podcast has meant to them over the past two years. We also share some of our favorite highlights from Episodes 50 – 99. Plus we get back to Style Snacks! Gucci Fest lasted a week, Frida Giannini dishes some dirt, Balenciaga will show their new collection via video game, Thom Browne gets active, and a Louis Vuitton Store can wind up in your driveway. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

To finish out our Liz & Friends series, Host Liz invited special-guest Missy to discuss the corporate fashion world and the importance of networking. Liz and Missy met on a whim while working at Ralph Lauren together. Liz was sent on a work trip to New Orleans organized by Missy where they quickly became good friends. Even though Liz lives in Oklahoma now, every time she is in NYC she has to see Missy for a catch-up over martinis. Missy is a force in fashion and, most recently, the tech world. You will hear her talk about career highlights at Ralph Lauren, the realities of a lay off, how to maneuver being an entrepreneur and her famous elevator-pitch tip. You won’t want to miss this episode!www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

You thought Liz was going to do a month of special-guest episodes and not invite Nick back? First up, we each go through our curated lists of loungewear we have purchased or are looking to purchase. While Liz focuses on luxury lounge finds, Nick chats on more practical attire. Brands discussed include Naadam, Reformation, Brother Vellies, Retrobrand and Acorn. Next, we give our his and her gift guide for those wanting to get holiday shopping done early this year. Gifts include everything from clothing to home items to music. Now let’s just hope Nick revisits this episode when it comes time to buy Liz her Christmas presents. Happy shopping!www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

On the second special-guest episode this month, Liz is joined by Rosie. While they live in different states now, Liz and Rosie attended college together at the University of Oklahoma and, upon graduation, both moved to New York City. Even though college brought them together it’s safe to say that theatre has kept them friends all these years. We take a walk down memory lane with stories of avoiding studying during finals week, London shenanigans and what Liz describes as one of her greatest fashion moments. Rosie is currently residing in Arizona where the fashion is oh so different than that of New York City. You’ll also hear a little discussion on the election madness and a few of our top mask recommendations—for fashion and comfort! We hope everyone is taking care of themselves during this wild time and look forward to next week’s guest.www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

With Whitney being out of office this month, Liz is joined by long-time friend Marisha in the first of four special-guest episodes. Marisha and Liz have been friends for years; bonding over Oklahoma football, a love of white wine and, naturally, fashion. In this episode Marisha talks about what it has been like to plan her wedding in the time of Covid. While it has been challenging, it has helped her realize exactly what she wants and what is important. You’ll hear about everything from wedding themes to dream wedding dress designers to courthouse dressing. The best advice for planning a wedding right now? Ride the wave, kid! www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

The concept is simple. If you like something, you place an order in advance. Makes sense, right? Well that might be easier said than done in our next day delivery obsessed world. But a number of luxury and independent brands are proving that this model can work and that customers actually prefer waiting for that coveted item. Join us this week as we discuss the benefits to the Pre-Order model, who’s winning with this, potential challenges and how brands need to communicate in order to be successful. In Style Snacks, we also explore Dryce Lahassan’s new venture: a Parisian boutique selling a single trench coat. Tres interessant, non? Finally, this will be Whitney’s last episode for a few weeks. Liz will be taking the reins while Whitney attempts to adjust to this whole “Mom” thing. Crazy! Listen in to hear what’s in store. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Let’s start off by saying this isn’t a sponsored post. We really just wanted to try this because we were curious. Now that that’s out of the way - There’s a new shopping platform that is taking your personality and psychology into account in order to offer a curated selection of items that it predicts you’ll like. Sound like just another Style Quiz? That’s what we thought, too. But Psykhe really does go beyond traditional fashion questions using the Big Five Test to measure key components of your psychology. After completing a 30-ish questionnaire, it ranks your personality on a scale of 1-100 in categories like Openness, Extroversion and Agreeableness and then assigns fashion characteristics along with it. Can you guess who’s more Conscientious between Liz and Whitney? More Neurotic? Listen in to hear our results and if their style picks meet our standards. https://www.psykhefashion.com www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Who will wear the crown? Listen in for the Paris conclusion of this season’s GOC. Chanel opted for a big blockbuster, while Loewe was equally as effective with their interactive show in a box. Maison Margiela offered a welcome mix of behind the scenes inspiration for the collection and insight into house codes via their 45 minute movie. Cecile Bahnsen kept is safe (and beautiful) and Natacha Ramsay-Levi had one of her strongest showings at Chloe. We wish we could say the same for Matthew William’s debut at Givenchy. We tried to like it; we really did. But alas, no. Just no. In Style Snacks, Kenzo Takada passed away from Covid complications, Justin. Bieber designed a pair of Crocs (yes, you read that correctly), Dries Van Noten is opening a LA store, Chanel is partnering with Sunrun to provide solar power to low income families and a new Karl Lagerfeld biography is out with some surprising new information. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Milan is up and it’s time for the big Prada Raf Simons debut! Did it live up to Liz’s expectations? Listen in to find out. One thing’s for sure, Valentino hit all the right notes finally capturing some of the Haute Couture magic in RTW. We also compare some surprisingly high scores for Ferragamo, Fendi, Giorgio Armani and Etro. Plus, we have to circle back to J.W. Anderson’s delayed debut and Carolina Herrera’s surprise drop. Then in Style Snacks, Alexandra Zarini, Gucci Heir, files a lawsuit against her stepfather, mother and grandmother, Victoria Beckham is bringing “Posh” back, North Face is collabing with Gucci, Savage x Fenty was a SPECTACLE to say the least and Moschino brought some joy with their puppet runway show. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Can you just be whelmed? That’s kinda how we felt for this season’s London shows. Solid performances, nothing surprising. As for Whitney’s picks… This proved to be Tisci’s most consistent Burberry collection to date. Phoebe English picked up acorns on her way to work to use as dye for the collection (which let’s be honest, was probably the coolest design detail to come out of London). And Erdem showed a very Erdem collection (although the slouchy sweaters were a nice, new touch). Despite a lack of coverage, Liz’s picks were still committed to showing their collections on their own terms. Daniel W. Fletcher walked through the collection at his Soho store detailing inspiration, favorite pieces and even fielding questions from social media. A+ for relatability. Mark Fast showed an 80’s inspired, uplifting show at the Hackney Bus Depot. And we’re still waiting on J.W. Anderson… In Style Snacks, we say goodbye to RBG, LVMH and Tiffany are still at it, Savage x Fenty launches menswear, Kenzo partners with WWF to help save the tigers and a documentary chronicling Jean Paul Gaultier’s last show is hopefully going to make its way to a streaming site soon. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Fashion Month is here! Sort of, kinda, I guess… Like everything else in 2020, fashion shows are operating a little differently and we’ve adjusted Game of Clothes to roll with the punches. This season we’re selecting one live runway show, one digital show and one freebie (because things are hard enough, okay?) to focus on in each city. Listen in to hear our new scoring and lineups. We also break down our New York results, which to be honest were better than we expected given the shorted schedule and limited participants. Then in Style Snacks, we still can’t get over Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston, Models are suing Vogue for unauthorized use of their images, Courreges names a new Creative Director, the CFDA award winners are announced and Zac Posen hosts a surprise pop up during NYFW. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Did the fashion industry just wait all summer to then drop a ton of juicy stories this week? Seems like it. With so much going on before Fashion Month, we wanted to take this episode to catch up on all the exciting Style Snacks before we go into show mode. First up, we say goodbye to Keeping Up with the Kardashians (well not really since new episodes will still air in 2021). Then we move on to Influencer updates with Danielle Bernstein coming under fire (again) and Man Repeller dropping the “Man.” Next, things have spiraled out of control between LVMH and Tiffany in the most bougie lawsuit way possible. LVMH also made big designer announcements this week with the luxury conglomerate ending their relationship with Nicholas Kirkwood and then appointing Kim Jones the Artistic Director of Fendi. In other designer news, Demna Gvasalia launched Balenciaga’s channel with Apple Music by curating a 13 hour playlist and a product drop that looks suspiciously like a 2019 Vetements collection. Hmm… Marc Jacobs launched Heaven. Prada and Adidas Superstars are already sold out, creating even more hype as we head into their Spring 2021 digital presentation and Raf Simons debut. Saint Laurent captured a perfect blend of video and catwalk for their Men’s show – hello runway ON THE EIFFEL TOWER! And finally, the Paris show schedule has been announced, but some big names are missing… www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

For Karl Lagerfeld to dub you the inventor of Minimalist Chic, you must be pretty remarkable. And Tina Chow was with her striking Eton haircut and androgynous look. But there was so much more going on behind the coy, ever entertaining hostess façade. This week we look at the life and death of the model, muse and jewelry designer from her early starts in Ohio to striking it big in Japan to turning her husband’s restaurant chain into a resounding global success. We also explore her work as an AIDS activist and her untimely end at the hands of the disease. Also in Style Snacks, Arielle Charnas is in hot water again (insert eyeroll), Cardi B for Balenciaga is on the side of the Louvre, Louis Vuitton uncovers a massive counterfeit ring in China and Netflix sets up exciting releases with Emily in Paris and a multi-year deal with Meghan and Harry. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

This week we wanted to catch up with some of fashion’s most powerful influencers, namely Arielle Charnas, Daniella Bernstein, Aimee Song and Katie Sands. Like the rest of us, 2020 hasn’t exactly been the easiest year for them. That being said, some of them (cough… Arielle and Daniella) didn’t make it any easier on themselves either. Listen in as we go through their highs and lows. Plus in Style Snacks, the New York Fashion Week Calendar is here (sort of… there are a lot of missing names), Tiffany & Co posts “better than expected” quarterly results, Louis Vuitton’s Shanghai store is setting sales records, Vogue joins the 15% pledge, Uniqlo teams up with Jil Sander (again) and one of the most famous Alexander McQueen collections will be auctioned off this September. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Well here we are at the end of summer… and we’re still in quarantine. While it’s a little more “normal” than it was five months ago, our shopping and self-care habits still aren’t quite the same. This week we examine our behaviors to see just how much the virus has changed the categories we’re buying and methodology. Spoiler: there’s a lot more online shopping for home “stuff.” But it’s not just about shopping, listen in to hear how we’ve been spending our time and refocusing on what’s really important. Plus in Style Snacks, Aunt Becky’s sentenced to some jail time, Rent the Runway is closing it’s physical stores, Meena Harris is making some cool stuff, Martin Margiela is streaming via your favorite boutiques and Supreme taps Pat McGrath for their first beauty collab. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Fashion Week IRL? Seems weird now, right? Well, Copenhagen tried for Spring 2021 with their hybrid of in person shows and digital presentations this week. While there were fewer designers showing this season, there were still standouts with Ganni, Stine Goya and Nynne. We also breakdown the Helmstedt and Munthe shows. Style Snacks is packed this week with Chrissy Teigen and John Legend’s baby news, Walter Van Beirendonck’s accusation of stealing by Virgil Abloh, the Brother Veilles collab with “When We All Vote,” Schitt’s Creek star Dan Levy’s eyewear brand launch and Milan Fashion Week news. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

In what has been a fashion drought of a year, Beyonce has finally come through and served up the digital experience we’ve been waiting for. Black is King is 90 minutes of non stop fashion, with over 100 looks and some serious styling. Working with Zerina Akers and team, Beyonce found the perfect balance of big name designers, lesser known brands, old and new world outfitting to create a stunning visual album. Listen in to hear some of our favorite looks and what really went into making the film. Plus in Style Snacks, September covers are out, YSL acquires a 4,000 piece vintage collection, Louis Vuitton Men’s stages a live runway show and Zuhair Murad’s headquarters is destroyed after the Beirut explosion. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

This week we have big news to share! The RWCT crew will be growing by one this October when Whitney and Mike welcome a baby girl to the family. As with all big moments, we felt it necessary to break down the fashion behind maternity, nursery and kid style. Listen in to hear what items have been the easiest to substitute (no surprise here: slip dresses) as well as the hardest finds (where are a good pair of jean shorts when you need them?). We also discuss the highs and lows of having your first pregnancy during a worldwide pandemic. Then in Style Snacks, Valentino’s HC show was worth the wait, Riccardo Tisci might be out at Burberry, the CFDA announces their (yet again) nominees, Princess Beatrice weds in secret and Nicki Minaj also gets in on the pregnancy announcement game. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Our resident skincare expert, Physician Assistant Laura, is back! Since we’re in the middle of scorching summer heat, we thought it would be the perfect time to review our skincare regimes to make sure we weren’t missing anything. Listen in to learn if a facial sunscreen is really worth it, or if exfoliating is as important as they say. Laura also reviews the latest fads including cellulite brushing, hyaluronic acid injections, micro-needling and LED light therapy. Also, have you ever wondered why tattoos fade or if stretch marks are permanent? Listen in to find out! www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Iman is many things: style icon, model, actress, entrepreneur, activist. This week we take a look at her life and the stories behind each of these roles. Growing up in Somalia and Egypt, Iman never planned to be a model. Instead, she had her sights set on political science. A chance encounter with Peter Beard changed that and less than a year later Iman found herself in the pages of Vogue. But she knew modeling wasn’t the end goal – it was simply a business. She translated her success into many other ventures including Iman Cosmetics, Global Chic and countless charity and social justice roles. So inspiring! Plus in Style Snacks, we have more fashion shows and digital winners this week than last. Whether it was Miuccia’s last solo show for Prada, Loewe’s show in a box, Margiela’s (missing) documentary or Gucci’s staff lookbook, we really enjoyed this week’s presentations. The only sour note to the week, the US government is moving forward with a 25% tax on French luxury goods. Buy your bags while you can! www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Finally, we have new collections to discuss! This week marked the first ever all digital presentations of Paris Haute Couture. There were some clear winners (thank you Schiaparelli!) and losers (still not sure what Azzaro’s collection was about). But regardless of the final product, it was so nice to have fresh, new fashion to review. Join us as we recap Azzaro, Dior, Chanel, Viktor & Rolf, Alexandre Vauthier, Ronald van der Kamp and Schiaparelli. Then in Style Snacks, Birkenstock collabs with Central Saint Martins grads, Lady Gaga is the face of Valentino’s latest perfume, Virgil Abloh sets up a scholarship fund, LV Men’s is moving to a seasonless model and why we love Anthony Vaccarello’s Prefall collection for Saint Laurent. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Following up from Episode 75, this week we wanted to take a deeper look at racism within fashion. This is a moment of reflection and an opportunity for the industry to make significant changes across virtually every aspect of the business. This week we review key issues that need to be addressed including a lack of representation, wage inequality and discrimination, cultural appropriation vs appreciation and accessibility. We also discuss the fallout we’ve seen thus far at Conde Nast, Anthropologie, Zimmerman and Reformation to name a few. Plus in Style Snacks, Balmain sends its army down the Seine, Moynat snags a LV alum, JW Anderson’s #CraftCore challenge and Kanye and Gap team up for YZY Gap. Only in 2020 my friends… www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Liz invited a special guest this week as we close out Pride month. Levi is here to discuss his role in the LGBTQIA+ community and what his journey has been to become his truest self. Liz and Levi have a Q&A on fashion finds, dream outfits and gender bent dressing. Instead of our usual Style Snacks, we have educational Pride Snacks. These consist of important dates related to Pride such as when the rainbow flag design was created and that this year would have marked the 50th official NYC Pride parade. Expect plenty of laughs and, just maybe, a reason for Alessandro Michele to never let Levi get his hands on a pair of Gucci horse-bit loafers. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

This week we pick up the Gucci saga at Maurizio’s untimely end via an assassination orchestrated by none other than his ex-wife. From there the brand enters a new phase, one not under the control of a familial Gucci. Enter Tom Ford and the sex sells mentality of the 90’s. Ford, together with Domenico De Sole, turn the flailing brand into a powerhouse that ultimately joins with (what is today) Kering and the pair spearhead amassing some of the biggest brands in fashion. But no good deed goes unpunished, and Ford and De Sole are eventually pushed out to make room for Frida Giannini. She’s not without her own scandal… Finally, we enter the Alessandro Michele phase of the house, complete with baby dragons and decapitated heads. Quite the turnaround, huh? Plus in Style Snacks, Matthew Williams is named Creative Director at Givenchy, could Clare Waight Keller be headed to Richemont, Sies Marjan and DVF are among COVID’s latest fashion victims and Kering names new board members. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Gucci is one of Italy’s oldest and most storied luxury houses. The brand’s start and early years seem to mimic Hermes and the similarities are hard to ignore. Both luggage and equestrian manufacturers favored by nobility and later celebrities, the brands were resounding successes run by fashion families. So, what changed? Why did the brands veer off on separate paths in the late 1970s? Join us this week for Part 1 of our look into the Gucci history. Trust us, there’s a lot of dirt in this family story. Then in Style Snacks, Christene Barberich and Leandra Medine Cohen both step away from the media outlets they helped found after complaints of racial inequality, Samira Nasr is named Editor and Chief of Harper’s Bazaar, the LVMH Tiffany takeover might be on the rocks and Chanel presents its first digital showing for Cruise 2021 (but doesn’t really plan to continue the digital trend). www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

The past few weeks have been difficult to say the least. George Floyd’s death at the hands of the Minneapolis police department has sent shockwaves through the nation. People around the country are coming together to demand change. This week we examine the nation’s, our personal as well as fashion’s response to protests that are occurring in every state. We also discuss ways to become involved, how to donate and people and businesses to support during this crucial time. In Style Snacks, Stockholm joins other Fashion Weeks going digital, Vogue’s latest cover models are essential workers, Rebekka Bay joins Marimekko, the claws are coming out for Karl Lagerfeld’s heirs and it’s time for Pride. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Since we can’t travel, we figured the next best thing would be plotting our next shopping adventures. We’ve selected four famous fashion destinations to review: 5thAvenue in New York, Rodeo Drive in Los Angeles, Ginza in Tokyo and the Champs Elysees in Paris. This week we take a look at their humble beginnings and how they managed to become some of the most high profile shopping streets in the world. Listen in to hear what streets we think are overrated and what streets actually live up to the hype. Then in Style Snacks, Gucci breaks with the traditional fashion calendar, Paris Haute Couture goes digital, Copenhagen plans for a live fashion week, September issues are pushed back to… September, Giovanna Battaglia becomes Creative Director at Swarovski and Johnny Coca returns to Louis Vuitton. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

By now we’ve all seen the extreme social distancing dressing memes circulating online. There’s the guy with pool noodles and the girl with the wrapping paper rolls… We have to say there’s been some creativity used in these looks. But did you know social distancing dressing isn’t a new trend? Since the 19thcentury, people have used social distancing looks to help establish social status, safety and yes, make fashion statements. This week we take a look back at how social distancing dressing got its start and where we see this trend going (realistically) over the next few seasons. Gloves, anyone? Plus in Style Snacks, the CFDA and BFC join up for “The Fashion Industry’s Reset,” Louis Vuitton shares rainbows, eye makeup trends are making a statement, Jacquemus’s grandma is a social media star and Kendall Jenner finally has her Fyre Festival fallout. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Armscye, Bolt, Knife Pleat. Have you ever heard these terms and had no clue what they meant? Yeah, same for us. This week we wanted to take a look at some commonly used fashion words and how to correctly use them in conversation. Join us for a spin through the ABC’s of fabrics, constructions and silhouettes. Then in Style Snacks, Paris shopping has resumed, but is anyone buying? Plus, Chanel and LV lay out price hikes for this year, Billie Elish has a T-shirt collab with Takashi Murakami, the British Fashion Council announces their first round of recipients for financial aid, Valentino appoints a new CEO and fashion professionals, led by Dries Van Noten, call for a revamp of the fashion calendar. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

We all know the orange box. But do you know the story behind it? Neither did we. This week, we take a look at this classic heritage brand and the family that has run it from the beginning. We learn the history behind its iconic Kelly and Birkin bags as well as some of their lesser known product lines. We also delve into their strategic alliances and brand strategy. Think it’s a coincidence that they never let a designer become the focus of the house a la Hedi? Think again. Plus in Style Snacks, we chat about Judy Dench’s Vogue cover, the virtual Met Gala, Tom Ford’s letter to the CFDA, Paris and Milan’s digital fashion weeks and Andre Leon Talley’s tell all. Bless Andre for spilling the tea to give us something to look forward to in quarantine. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured

Isabella Blow got us wondering – who was Guy Laroche? And why was she drawn to West Texas to work for him? Well, spoiler alert… She just worked in one of his boutiques. Nevertheless, this week we take a look at Guy Laroche’s life and career. It turns out he had quite the knack for business, identifying early manufacturing trends and bringing in partners at crucial times throughout his brand’s history. He was also a keen designer who transitioned early into RTW. Listen in this week to learn more about his contributions to the fashion industry, including (gasp) culottes. Plus in Style Snacks we speculate on Saint Laurent’s confirmed absence from the runway and Gigi Hadid’s pregnancy. There’s also some good news with CR Runway x amFAR’s digital fashion show, Sotherby’s record breaking Cartier bracelet and the #metgalachallenge. www.runwaywalkscurrenttalks.com https://www.instagram.com/runwaywalkscurrenttalks/ https://twitter.com/RunwayTalks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW7W32h_5l7nnlrL1vazjlw/featured