Tune in for in-depth conversations with your favorite chronic overthinker Jenn Celeste about society, style, culture and everything in between. Sometimes discussions are funny, sometimes serious- but always authentic. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
the last episode of SZN 3! and btw….we are LIVE on YouTube
(episode starts at the 2:50 mark!) Soho House, a private members only club, has been a who's who gathering space for 30 years. and then…..they decided to go public. since 2021, the membership group has been struggling with being exclusive and fast growing. can a company be both? what are the parallels between them and the fashion industry? let's discuss. --Join us over on YouTubeJoin us over on TikTok and Insta (@thoughtfulthreadspod)Join us over on SubstackSupport this small creative platform hereSay hi! hithoughtfulthreads@gmail.com
(episode starts at the 3:00 mark!) in the first ever aesthetic news roundup, we discuss a few interesting headlines:- champagne sales decline as we globally decide there's nothing to celebrate-Alix Earle is trying to sell the most cheugy millennial fits. will Gen Z buy into it? -is running gear the new streetwear? let's discuss!
(episode starts at the 10:00 mark!) the 2025 presidential inauguration was full of badly dressed billionaires and the people who love them. join us for a commentary on the sartorial choices of the leaders of the nation as we discuss the fashions of the day, because fashion is political. -- Join us over on YouTube Join us over on TikTok and Insta (@thoughtfulthreadspod) Join us over on Substack Support this small creative platform here Say hi! hithoughtfulthreads@gmail.com
Walmart's $80 Birkin bag dupe has set the internet ablaze. some people feel like the bag democratizes fashion and levels the playing field for aspiring luxury consumers. others feel like dupe culture, especially of the Hermes variety, is harmful to the fashion industry and to design at large. lots of valid points were made on both sides but the real question is......what does the $80 Wirkin represent and who is it for? let's discuss. -- Read the Glamour Mag article here Join us over on YouTube Join us over on TikTok and Insta (@thoughtfulthreadspod) Join us over on Substack Support this small creative platform here
(episode starts at 6:45 if you wanna miss the fun chatter in the beginning)it's our last episode of 2024!
this week, we analyze Lord & Taylor's legacy as a premier department store to a fallen emblem of the American middle class. but just when you thought it was over, an anonymous group has decided to relaunch the legacy brand as an online off-price retailer. how does this move reflect broader trends in retail? let's examine the challenges and opportunities this business strategy brings for the fashion retailer in today's e-commerce driven market. (NOTE: at one point in this episode i mentioned that Hudson's Bay might own Canadian retailer Holt Renfrew- that's a lie actually; they're owned by Selfridges Group. but you can't lie, the vibes are so similar to Sak's Fifth lol)--Join us over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thoughtfulthreadspodJoin us over on TikTok and Insta: @thoughtfulthreadspodJoin us over on Substack: thoughtfulthreads.substack.comSupport this small creative platform: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=WF783EEXMLK6J --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
hey beautiful people! our first minisode here: just wanted to pop in and chat briefly about some things that have been on my mind. to sum it up: - how do you streamline content so that it's most impactful? -what's up with Black Friday 2024? have we reached the end of the consumerism railroad?our regular podcast content will resume in the near future. thanks for always tuning in!
In this episode, we unpack the viral video of a soft life content creator who thought she'd found paradise—only to realize she married a "monster." We break down how the soft life aesthetic can actually hold women back, pushing them into narrow, performative boxes that aren't as glamorous as they seem.We also dig into how American exceptionalism fuels classism and the harmful status markers it creates, plus why the obsession with fashion dictated by male suitors is the worst part of soft life content. Spoiler: it's all about controlling women's choices.Catch our raw take on the contradictions of the soft life, and how it's more limiting than liberating. --Join us over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thoughtfulthreadspodJoin us over on TikTok and Insta: @thoughtfulthreadspodJoin us over on Substack: thoughtfulthreads.substack.comSupport this small creative platform: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=WF783EEXMLK6J --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
ahhhhh! we're on camera! (and we got cut off technically before the end of the episode so sorry for the abrupt ending lol)in this episode, i drag myself for some of my recent fashion takes and then we discuss high level thoughts about fashion trends in the wake of a looming conservative presidencywill we be high femme or androgynous? who gets to sell us those 'blue bracelets'? what will we do with our high heels? let's discuss. (on video for the first time!)--Join us over on TikTok and Insta: @thoughtfulthreadspodJoin us over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thoughtfulthreadspodJoin us over on Substack: thoughtfulthreads.substack.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
a lot of us are coming to terms with the depths of misogyny in the U.S. and that will take time. among those realizations, i encourage you to realize your true self aesthetically and consider the idea…..who would i be if i didn't consider what men thought? this episode is a manifesto, a trip down memory lane and a hope for the future
another one! (DJ Khaled voice) let's have a chat about some of the most interesting fashion headlines in recent memory….we speculate on the long term plan for Mytheresa's acquisition of YNAPwe tell Kering 'told ya so' after another horrible sales cyclewe discuss Miu Miu's meteoric growth- and the idea that lazy design sometimes comes out on top....--Join us over on TikTok and Insta: @thoughtfulthreadspodJoin us over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thoughtfulthreadspodJoin us over on Substack: thoughtfulthreads.substack.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
in this episode, we dive into the return of business formal dress codes—because apparently, our sweatpants weren't cutting it in the boardroom! as companies roll out their return to office plans, the stakes are higher than ever. is it time to dust off those blazers, or are we just trading comfort for conformity? join us as we unravel the fashion dilemmas and the not-so-subtle power plays behind what we wear to work. after all, when job security is on the line, it's not just what you say; it's how you look saying it! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
*topic discussion starts at 8:00 minute mark* in this episode, we're diving into the 2025 Met Gala theme and asking the real questions: do designers and attendees actually care about the exhibit curation, or is it just another excuse to show off their wild outfits? join us as we explore the balance between creativity and cultural appropriation, and wonder if the Met Gala can ever be more than just a night of excess. tune in for some real talk, a few eye rolls, and maybe even a call for a little accountability in the world of high fashion. -- Join us over on TikTok and Insta: @thoughtfulthreadspod Join us over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thoughtfulthreadspod Join us over on Substack: thoughtfulthreads.substack.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
another one! (DJ Khaled voice) let's have a chat about some of the most interesting fashion headlines in recent memory…. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
have you ever wondered what constitutes the perfect outfit to wear while traveling? have you ever wondered why some people take forever to go through the TSA line? you might think you have airport fits down to a science, as did i but after my last flight, i've been humbled. let's discuss. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
let's talk about the latest fashion industry news that made me take a second look: -The Row is now a unicorn but how will that impact business in the long run? -the West is fighting back against fast fashion; could tariffs be the answer? -Nike CEO John Donahoe is stepping down, in a move that signals a departure from tech and a return to culture --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
a NYFW retrospective from your favorite bootleg sociologist lol, featuring hot takes about Tiffany Haddish at Monse and an interesting study about the fashion industry from McKinsey and Co --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
SZN 3 starts now!!! we are gathered here today to mourn the irony of luxury brands grappling with their own extinction-level eventbuckle up for a cheeky look at the fall of opulence in a world where even the rich are starting to wonder, “is it even worth it?” --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
THE LAST EP. OF SEASON 2! THANK YOU ALL AND TALK TO YOU SOON --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
in this episode, we explore how the 'flattening' of the Internet and algorithms on social media are reshaping fashion content and consumer choices. does the algorithm lead to a lack of diversity? (spoiler: it does. but so did things that came before it.) join in for a conversation about navigating the complex relationships between algorithms and fashion, culture and creative expression. -- Join us over on TikTok and Insta: @thoughtfulthreadspod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
Aimee Song is taking a radically different approach to creating a clothing line the second time around. her new luxury knitwear label Amiya is a complete reimagining of what it means to have an influencer backed brand. but is this a rare situation or a glimpse into the future? -- Join us over on TikTok and Insta: @thoughtfulthreadspod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
a lawsuit was recently filed against Hermes regarding the purchase (or rather the inability to purchase) of the Birkin bag. beyond the lawsuit lies the very interesting question about desire- why does everyone want what they can't have? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
in 2001, J Lo's lifestyle brand was raking in hundreds of millions of dollars. today two decades later, she is openly struggling with selling her likeness to today's consumer. her fall from public favor is an interesting case study- what does celebrity mean today? how has society's view of celebrity morphed over the last 20 years? are the days of celebrity clothing lines over? -- Join me over on TikTok and Insta: @itsjennceleste --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
the inventor of streetwear and one of the most profitable black designers of the 20th century, Willi Smith is largely forgotten by the fashion industry. let's discuss his story and how we can trace his business moves to the modern streetwear industry we have today. fashionably late for Black History Month! -- Join me over on TikTok and Insta: @itsjennceleste --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
Pharrell, get behind me. i'm about to go in. -- Join me over on TikTok and Insta: @itsjennceleste --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
the kids must be stopped but first, we have to acknowledge the mess we made. -- Join me over on TikTok and Insta: @itsjennceleste --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
......the most vulnerable episode yet. -- Join me over on TikTok and Insta: @itsjennceleste --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
kidding! this isn't a roast but a look back at the biggest trends of the year- what i loved, what i didn't, and everything in between. i also take a little time to talk about my New Years style resolutions and how i plan to be authentically me in 2024. see you all in 2024!!! -- Join me over on TikTok and Insta: @itsjennceleste --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
Phoebe Philo transformed Chloe and Celine over the better part of a decade, making LVMH close to a billion dollars. then, she took a step back to focus on other things. now she's back with an eponymous label, but is it too little too late? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
we're baaacckkkkkkk...... and we're talking about dressing in a way to shield ourselves from unnecessary attention and possible harm; sometimes you don't want to be a stand out. there's plenty of good reasons for that. let's discuss some, shall we? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
spoiler alert: this is a good conversation! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
(this title is so dramatic lol but i wanted to continue my conversation that sparked a lot of conversation over on TikTok) is NYFW dead? obviously it's not, but it is experiencing a death of sorts. allow me to explain..... -- Join me over on TikTok: @itsjennceleste Join me over on Insta: @itsjennceleste --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
two brands that run parallel to each other in every way- except financially. what makes folks want to hand over their credit cards for one celebrity backed clothing line and not another? let's use The Row and Victoria Beckham as a case study and unpack the complexities of celebrity clothing lines. -- Join me over on TikTok: @itsjennceleste Join me over on Insta: @itsjennceleste --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
when does your love of an online personality become too much? in this episode, we're going to dissect the impact of influencers and what happens when you shatter the internet's perception of yourself. - Join me over on TikTok: @itsjennceleste Join me over on Insta: @itsjennceleste --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
thanks to Steve Jobs for providing inspiration for this talk. -- Join me over on TikTok: @itsjennceleste Join me over on Insta: @itsjennceleste --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
What does luxury shopping look like in a world with ever increasing poverty? As people's financial situations grow worse, luxury stores have become a target for theft. Let's discuss theories on how these brands may operate to keep up with the times. -- Join me over on TikTok: @itsjennceleste Join me over on Insta: @itsjennceleste --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
The Barbie movie was hilarious while also giving women a safe space to examine our lives. One such thing I observed, as it was one of the bigger themes of the film, was the lack of women led spaces for fun in the Real World. Why is there little to no consideration to how women have fun? -- Join me over on TikTok: @itsjennceleste Join me over on Insta: @itsjennceleste --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
why can't the Queen sell us active wear? what does it mean to have 'star power'? and why does it work in some arenas, but not others? the answer is kinda long and nuanced but this was such a fun topic to pontificate about. shout out to the peeps on TikTok who inspired this episode with some GREAT questions -- Join me over on TikTok: @itsjennceleste Join me over on Insta: @itsjennceleste --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
let's talk about the SHEIN brand trip that broke the internet recently. and as the true overthinker that i am, let's go beyond the surface and get to the heart of the issue. spoiler alert: you might think i have some unpopular opinions on this one. ***correction: in this episode, I said SHEIN recorded $100 billion in sales, but what I meant was SHEIN was valued at $100 billion (after the latest round of funding) -- Join me over on TikTok: @itsjennceleste Join me over on Insta: @itsjennceleste --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
when did working 9-5 become a slur? the rise of negative language towards people who collect a paycheck is hard not to notice. there's a host of things at play that are responsible but, like almost everything wrong with the world in the last couple years, we can trace this trend back to 2020. let's do a deep dive into the rise and fall of employment. -- Join me over on TikTok: @itsjennceleste Join me over on Insta: @itsjennceleste --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
maybe it's obsession or maybe it's the aftermath of 'Succession' (see what i did there?!) but......we need to talk about the current obsession with old money and marrying for millions. a lot of us are doing everything we can to be part of the 1%- changing the way we dress, the things we like and so on in the hopes that a lonely rich guy will scoop us up in his arms and whisk us away to paradise. let's just say, i have thoughts. naturally. -- Join me over on TikTok: @itsjennceleste Join me over on Insta: @itsjennceleste --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thoughtfulthreads/support
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