Podcasts about Alexander McQueen

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fWotD Episode 2957: Illusion of Kate Moss Welcome to Featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia's finest articles.The featured article for Monday, 9 June 2025, is Illusion of Kate Moss.The illusion of Kate Moss is an art piece first shown at the conclusion of the Alexander McQueen runway show The Widows of Culloden (Autumn/Winter 2006). It consists of a short film of English model Kate Moss dancing slowly while wearing a long, billowing gown of white chiffon, projected life-size within a glass pyramid in the centre of the show's catwalk. Although sometimes referred to as a hologram, the illusion was made using a 19th-century theatre technique called Pepper's ghost.McQueen conceived the illusion as a gesture of support for Moss; she was a close friend of his and was embroiled in a drug-related scandal at the time of the Widows show. It is regarded by many critics as the highlight of the Widows runway show, and it has been the subject of a great deal of academic analysis, particularly as a wedding dress and as a memento mori. The illusion appeared in both versions of Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty, a retrospective exhibition of McQueen's designs.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:43 UTC on Monday, 9 June 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Illusion of Kate Moss on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm standard Geraint.

Decisive Podcast Series Episode 106: Lorand Lajos and Franz SchmidtThis is the audio version of a video conversation originally recorded for YouTube.In this episode, I'm joined by fashion designer and creative director Lorand Lajos, along with his business and creative partner Franz Schmidt. We talk through Lorand's journey from Transylvania to Munich, including his experience working in haute couture, his creative independence, and how they've built something lasting together through the artist collective LOVERS Munich.We also reflect on his time at Atelier Lemarié in Paris, where he contributed to Alexander McQueen's final collection, and his collaborations with iconic figures and brands like Lady Gaga, Madonna, Christina Aguilera, Dita von Teese, Swarovski, and Rolls Royce. More than anything, this conversation focuses on creative process, vision, and building a life and community rooted in authenticity.Watch the full video version on YouTube[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZSwRYfm78I](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZSwRYfm78I)Listen and follow the Decisive Podcast SeriesSpotify[https://open.spotify.com/show/6ErWC4m2HbewiIzAC3KWi3](https://open.spotify.com/show/6ErWC4m2HbewiIzAC3KWi3)Apple Podcasts[https://podcasts.apple.com/sa/podcast/podcast-series/id364388579](https://podcasts.apple.com/sa/podcast/podcast-series/id364388579)SoundCloud[https://soundcloud.com/roberto-q-ingram/sets](https://soundcloud.com/roberto-q-ingram/sets)Podomatic[https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/decisivepodcastseries](https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/decisivepodcastseries)Follow the guests and hostsLorand Lajos – Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/lorandlajos](https://www.instagram.com/lorandlajos)LOVERS Munich – Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/loversmunich](https://www.instagram.com/loversmunich)Franz Schmidt – Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/fraenzee](https://www.instagram.com/fraenzee)Zoe Mazah – Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/zoemazah](https://www.instagram.com/zoemazah)Zoe Mazah – Website: [https://www.zoemazah.com](https://www.zoemazah.com)Roberto Ingram – Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/robertoingram](https://www.instagram.com/robertoingram)Roberto Ingram – Website: [https://www.robertoingram.com](https://www.robertoingram.com)Subscribe to the Decisive Podcast Series on your preferred platform and share the episode with others who value creative insight and independent voices. Every follow, repost, and listen supports what we're building.TagsLorand Lajos, Franz Schmidt, LOVERS Munich, Fashion Designer, Artist Collective, Creative Journey, Haute Couture, Alexander McQueen, Atelier Lemarié, Lady Gaga, Madonna, Christina Aguilera, Dita von Teese, Independent Creators, Fashion and Identity, Creative Business, Munich Artists, Podcast GermanyHashtags#LorandLajos#FranzSchmidt#LoversMunich#DecisivePodcast#CreativeConversation#FashionPodcast#ArtistInterview#IndependentDesign#McQueenLegacy#StyleAndIdentity#RobertoIngram#ZoeMazah#PodcastGermany

Ever felt that spark of pure happiness, that feeling you wish you could bottle? This week on the Happiness Index Podcast, Matt chats with the brilliant Andrea Callender, Inclusion & Diversity Director at Alexander McQueen, about chasing and recreating those very moments.What if happiness isn't just fleeting? What if understanding those peak experiences could unlock a more engaged and thriving workforce? Andrea shares a truly insightful moment that sparked a profound thought: happiness often resides in the simple act of being present with people you care about.Could focusing on these human connections be the key to a happier, more productive organisation? Join us for a thought-provoking conversation that might just shift how you think about happiness at work.Curious about the happiness levels of your people? Let's explore how understanding their experiences can drive real performance.Happy to help,The Team at The Happiness Index - Let's make work happier!

In dieser Episode erfährst du, warum echte Eleganz in Paris geboren wurde und bis heute auf jedem Catwalk mitschwingt. Die französische bzw. Pariser Mode ist für die meisten Fashion-Fans eine ständige Referenz und Orientierung für Stil und Eleganz. Daher war es uns für unseren Mode-Podcast Lost On Planet Fashion wichtig, diesem Phänomen auf die Spur zu kommen. In dieser Episode ergründen wir die Historie der französischen Mode – begonnen bei Ludwig XIV., dem Sonnenkönig, der schon früh wusste, die Macht und den Ruhm der Kleidung für sich zu nutzen. Wir betrachten die Anfänge der Haute Couture, die damals wie heute mit Faszination bewundert wird und ergründen die Einzigartigkeit aus Tradition und Handwerk. Im Zentrum des Pariser Chic stehen ohne Frage die Frauen – doch Stopp: Gibt es eigentlich einen Unterschied zwischen dem französischen Modestil und dem Pariser Chic? Diese Frage beantworten wir ebenfalls in dieser Folge. Nun jedoch zurück zu den Frauen, die diese unverwechselbare Ästhetik auf die Straße bringen – und somit auch in die Welt. Ganz klar: Es muss etwas Besonderes dahinterstecken – wenn nicht das Selbstvertrauen, dann die Liebe zum Besonderen und eine Eigenschaft, sich selbst nicht zu ernst zu nehmen –, was den bekannten Modestil mitprägt. Früher wie heute sind Modedesigner davon fasziniert, Frauen in allen Lebenslagen einzukleiden und ihnen ein großartiges Gefühl zu verleihen. Wir betrachten daher drei Fashion-Brands der Jetztzeit, zeigen, wie ansprechende Kollektionen aussehen, und begutachten die Details, die den Pariser Chic ausmachen. An dem Traditionshaus Givenchy kommt man einfach nicht vorbei, wenn man sich mit französischer und stilvoller Mode beschäftigt. Givenchy begann schon in den 1950er-Jahren und feierte mit ikonischen Kleidern in den 1960ern seinen Durchbruch. Musen wie Audrey Hepburn befeuerten seinen Erfolg. Nach einer sehr wechselhaften Phase in den letzten Jahren setzt nun die neue Designchefin Sarah Burton (ehemals bei Alexander McQueen) wieder auf alte Werte und zeigt, dass sich diese mit modernem Design wunderbar vereinen lassen. Modeträume werden wahr – so macht auch das noch junge, aber mittlerweile etablierte Fashion-Label Jacquemus Fashionträume greifbar. Der frische, humorvolle und manchmal freche Esprit, der von den Kreationen ausgeht, begeistert weit über die französischen Grenzen hinaus. Wir hoffen, dass auch du davon begeistert sein wirst. Eine weitere spannende Modemarke ist Celine – ebenfalls in den 1960ern gegründet. Heute arbeitet der bekannte Designer Hedi Slimane als Kreativdirektor an ihrem Erfolg. Mutig erweitert er den Stil um neue Facetten und sorgt dafür, dass sich der Pariser Chic ebenfalls weiterentwickelt. In dieser Podcast-Episode erläutern wir zudem, wie man selbst den perfekten Pariser Look stylt, welche Kleidungsstücke man benötigt und worauf es im Detail ankommt. Wir verraten dir, welche Fashion-No-Gos es für den französischen und Pariser Chic gibt – und worin genau der Unterschied besteht. Freu dich also auf die volle Dröhnung Pariser Mode. Schnapp dir am besten die Kopfhörer, ein Croissant, vielleicht ein Gläschen Sekt – und lehn dich zurück. Genieße unseren Fashion-Talk! Alle besprochenen Looks unseres Mode Podcast findest Du auf unserem Instagram und TikTok Kanal unter “Lost On Planet Fashion”.

In Part II of this week's episode, Dr. Colleen Hill joins us to speak about some of the incredible objects in her exhibition Fashioning Wonder: A Cabinet of Curiosities which is on view at The Museum at FIT through April 20. 2025. From the rare Victorian era sterling silver posey to the insatiable mind of Alexander McQueen, Fashioning Wonder is reminds us of the awe-inspiring power of fashion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we conclude our journey into Dominick Dunne's time in Paris for the January 1998 couture shows. So many more shows, including the collections of Alexander McQueen, Thierry Mugler, and Karl Lagerfeld. There is a Princess Diana moment, and a few international and political drops too, including Dunne's rapprochement with Adnan Khashoggi and the brewing Clinton scandal in Washington D.C., which is beginning at the time to get some press. Sources and more at doneanddunne.com. Continue your investigation with ad-free and bonus episodes on Patreon! To advertise on Done & Dunne, please reach out to info@amplitudemediapartners.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kasia Bromley's career started at Alexander McQueen in haute couture after she came over from Poland to study fashion in Edinburgh. Soon after her graduation, she started designing clothing, but it wasn't until 2016 that the brand we know today as ACAI officially launched. Kasia and her husband, Joe, co-founded the brand when they were expecting their first child. Kasia had previously identified a gap in the market for outdoor clothes for women that allowed them to confidently explore the outdoors- something she'd really wanted as she always had an affinity with spending time in nature and knew of the positive impact this could have. Utilising her fashion background and her extensive knowledge of technical fabrics, ACAI was born, but it took a long time to build it to the brand that's so well known and loved today. At one point, financial issues led to the couple having to move out of the family home and live apart in different countries to make ends meet, but this only served as fuel for Kasia and ACAI. A change in strategy saw ACAI launch online in 2017 and the business has grown at an incredible rate since then. I was delighted to speak to Kasia for my latest book, You've Got This, and it's a joy to share this interview with you here today. Don't forget, you can grab your copy of You've Got This through Amazon, Bloomsbury direct and all good bookshops.

fWotD Episode 2894: What a Merry-Go-Round Welcome to Featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia’s finest articles.The featured article for Monday, 7 April 2025 is What a Merry-Go-Round.What a Merry-Go-Round is the eighteenth collection by British fashion designer Alexander McQueen, made for the Autumn/Winter 2001 season of his fashion house Alexander McQueen. The collection drew on imagery of clowns and carnivals, inspired by McQueen's feelings about childhood and his experiences in the fashion industry. The designs were influenced by military chic, cinema such as Nosferatu (1922) and Cabaret (1972), 1920s flapper fashion, and the French Revolution. The palette comprised dark colours complemented with neutrals and muted greens. The show marked the first appearance of the skull motif that became a signature of the brand.The collection's runway show was staged on 21 February 2001 at the Gatliff Road Warehouse in London, as part of London Fashion Week. It was McQueen's final show in London; all his future collections were presented in Paris. Sixty-two looks were presented in the main runway show, with at least six more in the finale. The show was staged in a dark room with a carousel at the centre. During the finale, the lights came up to reveal piles of discarded childhood bric-à-brac at the rear of the stage, while models dressed as evil clowns cavorted around the stage, posing in their eveningwear.Critical response to the collection was generally positive, and it has attracted some academic analysis for the theme and messaging. Like McQueen's previous show Voss (Spring/Summer 2001), Merry-Go-Round served as a critique of the fashion industry, which he sometimes described as toxic and suffocating. It contained elements that several authors have taken as references to French luxury goods conglomerate LVMH and its management, with whom McQueen had a turbulent relationship. Ensembles from Merry-Go-Round have appeared in exhibitions such as the McQueen retrospective Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 01:13 UTC on Monday, 7 April 2025.For the full current version of the article, see What a Merry-Go-Round on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Kajal.

“Nothing is certain.  You can go about life and be afraid of everything and never do anything and wonder what would happen or you can just leap and take the chance.” – Kasey KitchenKasey Kitchen started out as a dancer, following her passion to New York City where she would perform in numerous Broadway shows. Then, shifting to acting, she headed west to Los Angeles and would land roles in televisions shows like theiconic daytime soap General Hospital. Now, she's landed the starring role in her own company as CEO of Marque PR. She took a leap of faith and founded the company in the pandemic and has since helped shape the careers of numerous celebrity and lifestyle clients.  A super savvy businesswoman, she started with an office in Los Angeles, branched out to New York, and is just getting ready to open a brand-new office in Atlanta. On this episode, Kasey talks about her journey and starting her own business, dives into the duties involved with a career in public relations, and discusses the importance of her daily meditation and moments of gratitude.  She also shares her favorite travel spot, fashion designer (Alexander McQueen all the way), love of dogs, and why she was recruited by the FBI!

In this episode of Beyond the Tech, Bryan and Alex sit down with Valeria Breda, CIO of Versace, to explore her inspiring journey through the world of luxury fashion and technology. Valeria shares how her early days at Louis Vuitton, followed by senior roles at Kering (including Stella McCartney and Alexander McQueen), shaped her approach to leadership, innovation, and resilience in a dynamic industry. Valeria opens up about the unique challenges of balancing brand autonomy with group-level strategy, while also reflecting on the deep passion embedded in Versace's culture, the importance of breaking down silos, and what it means to lead with both authority and influence in a heritage brand undergoing transformation. The conversation explores the evolving role of technology as an enabler rather than a full-blooded disruptor, with Valeria speaking candidly about Versace's enthusiastic embrace of AI and other digital innovations. She is clear, however, that while technology is playing a growing role in streamlining operations and driving innovation, it will not compromise or intrude upon the brand's creative and design processes. Finally, she shares her personal leadership journey as a woman in tech, offering honest reflections and valuable advice for emerging female leaders and detailing how she built resilience and influence in a traditionally male-dominated industry.Listeners will hear honest reflections on imposter syndrome, digital transformation, the convergence of retail and e-commerce, and what it really takes to lead change in a high-pressure, highly creative environment. Whether you're in fashion, tech, or leadership, this episode is packed with insights, strategy, and inspiration you won't want to miss.

Aujourd'hui, c'est l'anniversaire de la reine du pop, née le 28 mars 1986. Pour célébrer cet événement, nous vous emmenons dans un voyage musical captivant, retraçant l'histoire de ce titre emblématique.Retour en 2008, avec la sortie du premier album de Lady Gaga, The Fame. C'est le début d'une ascension fulgurante vers le sommet des charts. Mais un an et demi plus tard, une nouvelle version de l'album voit le jour, avec des sons plus sombres et gothiques, inspirés des défilés de mode.C'est dans ce contexte que Bad Romance fait son apparition, dévoilé pour la première fois lors de la Fashion Week de Paris 2009, lors du défilé Alexander McQueen. Mais que signifie ce titre mystérieux ? Lady Gaga nous explique qu'il fait référence à ces romans d'amour un peu clichés, que l'on trouve dans les gares pour passer le temps. Des histoires d'amour un peu coquines, mais parfois un peu cheap, comme elle le dit elle-même.Cerise sur le gâteau, la chanteuse a même glissé quelques paroles en français dans Bad Romance, comme "Je veux ton amour et je veux ta revanche". Un clin d'oeil subtil qui ajoute une touche d'élégance à ce titre déjà inoubliable.Mais les surprises ne s'arrêtent pas là ! Lady Gaga a récemment annoncé 5 concerts en France en novembre prochain, dont 2 à Lyon et 3 à Paris. Une occasion en or pour ses fans français de la voir en live et de vibrer au son de Bad Romance.Notre équipe a utilisé un outil d'Intelligence artificielle via les technologies d'Audiomeans© pour accompagner la création de ce contenu écrit.Distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Modelling extraordinaire Jodie Kidd joins Liv to reveal the highs and lows of modelling in the 90s and 00s. She shares fond memories of working with some of the greatest designers, including ALEXANDER MCQUEEN and KARL LAGERFELD and travelling around the WORLD walking catwalks.Behind the glitz and glam, Jodie struggled with serious anxiety and panic attacks, which she shares with Liv, detailing the moment she WALKED OFF a Milan catwalk due to a panic attack. Jodie gets frank about the BRUTAL press at the time and what led her to returning to the countryside and back to her roots.New episodes every Thursday!Keep up to date on all socials: https://linktr.ee/sowrongitsright

Lucy Martin from Hand and Lock grew up in the Peak District, where her love for stitching began as she helped her mother make wedding dresses from age three. Her talent led her to work with renowned brands like Alexander McQueen, Burberry, and Catherine Walker. A classically trained embroiderer with a first-class honours degree, Lucy joined Hand & Lock in 2022 as Head of Education. Since then, she has transformed the school into an internationally recognized centre for contemporary embroidery, building a supportive community for students of all levels.Lucy's role involves designing and implementing a dynamic educational program, organizing diverse classes with guest tutors, and collaborating with venues like The National Portrait Gallery and Kew Gardens for private courses. Her responsibilities also include hosting embroidery retreats worldwide, sharing her passion and dedication to preserving this craft.Currently, Lucy is teaching the Hand & Lock Diploma in Contemporary Embroidery, a rigorous program combining traditional and modern techniques. Her goal is to guide students in mastering technical skills while encouraging them to find their artistic voices, fostering the evolution of contemporary embroidery. Lucy's commitment ensures that each student's learning experience is challenging and couture-focused, leaving a lasting impact on the craft's future. Links: @handandlocklondon https://www.handembroideryshop.com/ @lucymartinembroidery https://lucymartinembroidery.com/ School of Stitched Textiles https://www.sofst.org/

Colonel Kate was back on parade yesterday, raising a half-pint of Guinness to celebrate St Patrick's Day with the Irish Guards. The Princess of Wales, looking absolutely gorgeous in green Alexander McQueen, made her triumphant return to the annual celebration after missing last year due to her cancer treatment.The Princess, ever generous, even put money behind the bar for the troops, telling them: "It's the least I can do." Now that's royal class! The 43-year-old beamed as she inspected the regiment, pinned traditional shamrocks beneath her gold Cartier brooch, and even presented one to Turlough Mor, the Irish wolfhound mascot who serves as the regiment's most adorable soldier.During candid chats with the guardsmen, Kate revealed she's keen to take her children Down Under. "George finds it fascinating that he has been to Australia and New Zealand," she told an Australian reservist. "I would like to go back there with them now." Little Prince George, now 11, was just nine months old during his parents' 2014 tour. While no joint trips have been announced yet, we're all hoping to see the Wales family on a royal tour soon.Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories' with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!We now have Merch!  FREE SHIPPING! Check out all the products like T-shirts, mugs, bags, jackets and more with logos and slogans from your favorite shows! Did we mention there's free shipping? Get 10% off with code NewMerch10 Go to Caloroga.comGet more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is info@caloroga.com

Today we are joined by Audrey, one the co- Founders of The Polyfloss Factory. The company's main goal is to reduce plastic waste and to transform it into a valuable and unique new resource by inventing a machine inspired by the principle of candy floss making, to recycle plastic waste. The technology turns plastic waste into fibre that can be used for insulation, packaging, textiles and moulded plastic pieces. We have a huge interest in sustainability as we have discussed in many of our previous episodes, so Audreys business is incredibly fascinating to us.Audrey met her fellow founders on the masters program Innovation Engineering Design course at the Royal College of Arts & Imperial College London and is now a teacher there herself! She initially trained in fashion and has worked as a designer in several companies such as Alexander Mcqueen and Jean Paul Gaultier working in haute couture.  Audrey tells us some stories from her time in this world from seeing the beginning of 3D printing and digital embroidery technology, also getting the chance to design and dress Lady Gaga with her innovative and technology led fashion. She gained amazing creative skills and had some incredible experiences but felt this wasn't the career for her, Audrey wanted to design for purpose and to help people.The Polyfloss family was formed after realising the amazing chemistry the four founders had bringing together engineering, material science and industrial design coupled with their curiosity about each other skills led to a great family dynamic with no hidden agendas. Audrey and the team spent years learning all about plastic - she even conducted her own experiments in her kitchen much to her flat mates dismay!  For more than 6 years they developed their technology and used it for educational workshops, exhibitions and tests. The team were so determined to get the Polyfloss name out there that at points they even slept in the exhibition space when they couldn't afford a hotel!We ask Audrey how this machine can be applied or used in the retail industry. One of the biggest issues we've found as Buyers wanting to work with recyclable materials and more sustainable options. We discuss how retailers need to be making conscious decisions without putting the pressure on the buying team to ‘make up the money'. Audrey tells us all about how the Polyfloss Factory is currently developing a brand new and easy-to use mini Polyfloss machine for Fablabs, R&D centres, associations and anyone wishing to tackle plastic on a small scale.Our takeaways:The team's patience and passion during years of trial and test, highlight the importance of staying true to your values, continuously learning, and challenging your thinking. Collaboration across diverse skills often leads to the best solutions. the polyfloss story reminds us of the power of working together.It's inspiring to be surrounded by the next generation. They bring hope with fresh ideas and a strong determination to drive positive changeThis episode is an incredible educational and inspirational listen. Watch this space and find out more about how to work with, support and purchase the machines at https://www.thepolyflossfactory.com. If you've liked this episode please rate, follow, subscribe and share :) - and if you already have, thank you!Follow us @buyingandbeyond on Instagram Send us a DM with any 'Retail Therapy' storiesFind out more about us www.buyingandbeyond.com

Apologies for the delay, Chelsea has had yet another rough week, but we are back to discuss Hollywood's biggest night and all of the best Karla Sofía Gascón jokes. Topics discussed include the deeply healing The Color Purple reunion, Anora's shocking sweep, Demi Moore's life-imitating-art moment, the sensational Wizard of Oz tribute, David Lynch erasure, and Adrian Brody's deeply annoying acceptance speech.  P.S. this episode was recorded before we knew the deeply f**ked up and unbelievably tragic details of Gene Hackman's death. R.I.P. King. Let's watch The Birdcage in his honor

Visuals: https://getbehindthebillboard.com/episode-85-felipe-serradourada-guimaraesEpisode #85 features Felipe Serradourada Guimaraes, the recently appointed ECD at BBH. It was a real pleasure talking with Felipe, who we think is the only creative ever to go from being on placement at BBH, to being the ECD at BBH. That is some achievement, but no surprise considering his portfolio of work. During his 14 years with the Black Sheep, Felipe has been behind some incredible campaigns and yet feels like he's only getting started.We discussed Tesco's and discovered the stories behind the recent ‘Bags' campaign. We also had another chat on ‘Icons', which was fascinating. Hearing about the craft that went into both campaigns a real lesson and reminder in how to get to great work. And making it happen.We also covered Burger King and three fantastic campaigns - Grill Lines, National Burger Day and Bundles of Joy. Some great insights into how the work came about, especially the perseverance and passion to get Bundles of Joy made.Then there were the Paddy Power ‘A shirt is not just for Christmas' billboards, posted next to the grounds of various Premier League teams in suitably un-PC PaddyPower fashion. And we even had time to find out how an Alexander McQueen dress inspired the campaign for F+F Homeware.Felipe thank you so much for being such a charming and gracious guest. We loved it and v much look forward to you coming back with more stories.This was also the first episode in our new streamlined approach, where we get in and out within the hour. It feels more focussed that way, but apologies if any listeners miss Hugh droning on ;-)

On Friday, actress and model Hunter Schafer posted an eight-and-a-half minute video on TikTok in which she revealed that the replacement passport she had just received had the gender marker changed from female to male.Ms. Schafer is a trans woman, widely beloved among Gen-Z for her acting—particularly her performance in “Euphoria”—and broadly considered one of the most beautiful women in the world. Over the years, she's modeled for Prada, Vera Wang, Marc Jacobs, Alexander McQueen, and many other houses. She came out as a teen girl and has renewed previously with the correct gender marker, with no issues. That means the State Department is either intentionally flagging all American passports with record of a gender marker change and/or they're intentionally cross-referencing passports with birth certificates, some of which are issued by states that ban gender marker changes.Not to mention: the ridiculous complexity for intersex Americans.Florida, Kansas, Montana, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Texas all prohibit gender marker amendments on birth certificates. Their number will very likely grow by the end of this year. Last week, the Arizona House approved a bill banning residents from amending their birth certificates to reflect their authentic gender identity.I'm worried for all the obvious reasons: the government tracking, the likely surveillance of trans people, the grave risk of an incorrect, “outed” passport for any trans person who needs to travel internationally, the potential for confusion and obstruction over government documents for things like security clearances, etc.That same day, the Bureau of Prisons announced that trans people incarcerated in federal prisons would be moved to facilities that align with their sex assigned at birth, as early as next week. There are nearly 2,300 trans people incarcerated in federal prisons at the moment.Trans women transferred to men's prisons will obviously be at substantially greater risk of violence.The same day—yes, all on Friday—Iowa Republicans announced a bill that, if successful, would remove ‘gender identity' as a protected class in the Iowa Civil Rights Act, thus eliminating anti-discrimination protections for all transgender Iowans. It would make Iowa the first state to remove a protected class from civil rights law.Meanwhile, at the White House—yes, same exact day—Trump was speaking to a large, bipartisan group of governors and went after Maine Gov. Janet Mills from behind his podium.“Is Maine Here? The governor of Maine?”“Yeah, I'm here,” she said from her seat in the audience.“Are you not going to comply with that?” Trump demanded of her, referencing the executive order he signed on Feb. 5th that bans trans girls and young women from competing on girls' and women's sports teams.“I'm complying with the state and federal laws,” she responded.“We are the federal law,” snapped Trump. “You better do it… You better comply , you better comply, because otherwise you're not getting any federal funding.”“See you in court,” she retorted from her seat.“Good,” said Trump. “I'll see you in court. I look forward to that. That should be a real easy one, and enjoy your life after governor, because I don't think you'll be in elected politics.”It was yet another moment Trump attempted to intimidate elected officials across the political spectrum over trans issues. On Saturday, Trump spoke to the 2025 Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), where he took a victory lap for ending “transgender insanity.”“It's all out now — critical race theory and transgender insanity. It's all gone from our schools and from our military and I believe it's gone, too… I believe that it's all gone.”Today, Bill Maher appeared on the “Pod Saves America” podcast and argued with co-host Jon Lovett about trans issues, urging him that Democrats would “lose every election” if they don't give up more on trans equality.Side note here: anti-trans punditry that claims to be offering the “reasonable middle” argument always seems to intensely focus on what they don't want. There is never a good faith framing of what they believe should be legal. There are reasons for that: either they don't actually believe in minimum rights for trans people or they fear being targeted by extremists for offering support for even a modicum of trans equality.The relentless pace of anti-trans actions and rhetoric have become overwhelming.That's how I'm doing.Charlotte's Web Thoughts is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Charlotte's Web Thoughts at charlotteclymer.substack.com/subscribe

Nyligen var det 15 år sedan modeskaparen Alexander McQueen gick bort. Var han möjligtvis en av modevärldens sista kreatörer som tilläts vara konstnär? Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radio Play. ”Om designers vill bli konstnärer borde de måla eller skulptera. Idag ska modeskapare designa kläder eller lädervaror skapade för att kunna säljas i stora mängder.” Det menade i alla fall Antoine Arnault, den äldsta sonen i Arnault-familjen, i en intervju. I veckans Samtal med Stil diskuterar Susanne Ljung och Samanda Ekman om en talang som Alexander McQueen hade hittat en plattform i dagens modeklimat.

Born and raised in south London, Cynthia Erivo made her name with musical theatre in London, starring in shows including The Umbrellas Of Cherbourg and Sister Act. In 2015 she became a Broadway star and won Tony, Emmy and Grammy awards for her role in The Color Purple, the musical adaptation of the Alice Walker novel which had transferred from London. Her screen acting credits include the title role in Harriet, about the 19th century abolitionist and campaigner Harriet Tubman, a film which earned her two Academy Award nominations, including for Best Actress. Oscar nominated again for her lead role in the musical film Wicked, she became the first black British woman to receive multiple Academy award nominations for acting. An acclaimed singer, she performed a solo show of songs made famous by female artists including Aretha Franklin, Etta James and Barbra Streisand at the 2022 BBC Proms.Cynthia Erivo tells John Wilson about the influence of her Nigerian born mother, who raised her as a single mum. She remembers two mentors who encouraged her to perform at at young age; school music teacher Helen Rycroft, and Rae McKen who ran a local drama club. Cynthia recalls winning a place at the prestigious drama school RADA, and returning to become Vice President of the institution last year. She talks about the emotional pressures she underwent on playing Celie in The Color Purple, a story of abuse and survival, and how the themes of prejudice and acceptance explored in the musical Wicked, resonated so strongly with her. Cynthia also chooses the 2015 Alexander McQueen exhibition Savage Beauty at the V&A as a inspiring creative moment, and discusses her love of glamorous fashion.Producer: Edwina Pitman

ชมวิดีโอ EP นี้ใน YouTube เพื่อประสบการณ์การรับชมที่ดีที่สุด https://youtu.be/e_Wl-B8NrQk . ปี 2025 ถือเป็นการครบรอบ 15 ปีที่ Lee Alexander McQueen ผู้ก่อตั้งแบรนด์ Alexander McQueen ได้จากเราไป . 7 Things We Love About จะพามาโฟกัสเรื่องราวของดีไซเนอร์ที่สร้างอิมแพ็กต์ให้กับวงการแฟชั่นได้อย่างมหาศาล ผ่านเสื้อผ้าที่ผสมความเจ็บปวด ความงาม ผสานความดิบและเรื่องเล่าประวัติศาสตร์ที่เหนือจินตนาการ . ติดตามฟังและชมได้ในวันจันทร์ เวลา 19.00 น. ทุกช่องทางสตรีมมิ่งและ YouTube ของ THE STANDARD POP

Born and raised in south London, Cynthia Erivo made her name with musical theatre in London, starring in shows including The Umbrellas Of Cherbourg and Sister Act. In 2015 she became a Broadway star and won Tony, Emmy and Grammy awards for her role in The Color Purple, the musical adaptation of the Alice Walker novel which had transferred from London. Her screen acting credits include the title role in Harriet, about the 19th century abolitionist and campaigner Harriet Tubman, a film which earned her two Academy Award nominations, including for Best Actress. Oscar nominated again for her lead role in the musical film Wicked, she became the first black British woman to receive multiple Academy award nominations for acting. An acclaimed singer, she performed a solo show of songs made famous by female artists including Aretha Franklin, Etta James and Barbra Streisand at the 2022 BBC Proms. Cynthia Erivo tells John Wilson about the influence of her Nigerian born mother, who raised her as a single mum. She remembers two mentors who encouraged her to perform at at young age; school music teacher Helen Rycroft, and Rae McKen who ran a local drama club. Cynthia recalls winning a place at the prestigious drama school RADA, and returning to become Vice President of the institution last year. She talks about the emotional pressures she underwent on playing Celie in The Color Purple, a story of abuse and survival, and how the themes of prejudice and acceptance explored in the musical Wicked, resonated so strongly with her. Cynthia also chooses the 2015 Alexander McQueen exhibition Savage Beauty at the V&A as a inspiring creative moment, and discusses her love of glamorous fashion. Producer: Edwina Pitman

Elegancia depurada, encanto que fascina, mágico hechizo para denominar esa cualidad llamada glamour que a algunos adorna y a otros se niega Originalmente del escocés “grammar”, de los practicantes del ocultismo y las artes mágicas, pero la moda parece haber acaparado. ¿Es cuestión de dinero? ¿Exclusividad? ¿Es Audrey Hepburn la que aporta el glamour a Givenchy en “Desayuno con Diamantes" o a la inversa? ¿Bowie o Astaire? ¿Alexander McQueen o Balenciaga? ¿“Smoking o chandal? ¿Es el glamour cosa del pasado? Astaire, Cary Grant, Marlene Dietrich, Ferry , Grace Jones o yo mismo en la pasarela y que el glamour nos sea propicio. Puedes hacerte socio del Club Babel y apoyar este podcast: mundobabel.com/club Si te gusta Mundo Babel puedes colaborar a que llegue a más oyentes compartiendo en tus redes sociales y dejar una valoración de 5 estrellas en Apple Podcast o un comentario en Ivoox. Para anunciarte en este podcast, ponte en contacto con: mundobabelpodcast@gmail.com.

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fWotD Episode 2827: Nihilism (Alexander McQueen collection) Welcome to Featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia’s finest articles.The featured article for Thursday, 30 January 2025 is Nihilism (Alexander McQueen collection).Nihilism (Spring/Summer 1994) is the third collection by the British designer Alexander McQueen for his eponymous fashion house. McQueen developed the collection following the launch of his own label with Taxi Driver, which was exhibited in March 1993 at the Ritz Hotel in London in lieu of a fashion show. An eclectic collection with no straightforward theme, Nihilism pushed back against dominant womenswear trends with its hard tailoring, and aggressive, sexualised styling. It was created in collaboration with McQueen's associates Simon Ungless and Fleet Bigwood. Like Taxi Driver, Nihilism included experimental techniques, silhouettes, and materials, such as dresses made from cellophane, stained with clay, or adorned with dead locusts. Nihilism was McQueen's first professional runway show. The British Fashion Council provided backing; it was the first time they had done so for a new designer. It was staged during London Fashion Week on 18 October 1993 at the Bluebird Garage, which had a reputation as a hub for drug use and criminal activity. The styling was intended to be provocative and disturbing. The clothing was highly sexualised: thin fabric that exposed the skin underneath, or garments cut to expose breasts and vulvas. McQueen's signature bumster trousers, whose extremely low waist exposed the top of the intergluteal cleft, made their first runway appearance in Nihilism. Models were styled to look filthy and aggressive, with inspiration from the punk subculture, and were encouraged to act belligerently on the runway. The collection received mixed reviews. Journalists had a difficult time deciding what to make of it. Many accused McQueen of misogyny for presenting such extreme designs; the claim persisted throughout his career, although he consistently objected to it. McQueen returned to many of the ideas he explored in Nihilism throughout his lifetime, especially the interplay of sexuality and violence. Three items from Nihilism appeared in the retrospective exhibit Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:30 UTC on Thursday, 30 January 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Nihilism (Alexander McQueen collection) on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm long-form Ruth.

fWotD Episode 2823: Telephone (song) Welcome to Featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia’s finest articles.The featured article for Sunday, 26 January 2025 is Telephone (song)."Telephone" is a song by American singer Lady Gaga from her third extended play (EP), The Fame Monster (2009)—the reissue of her debut studio album, The Fame (2008). Featuring American singer Beyoncé, it was released as the EP's second single on January 26, 2010. Gaga and Rodney Jerkins wrote and produced "Telephone", with additional songwriting by LaShawn Daniels, Lazonate Franklin and Beyoncé. Gaga originally wrote the song for Britney Spears, who recorded a demo. "Telephone" conveys Gaga's fear of not finding time for fun given the increasing pressure for her to work harder as an artist. Musically, the song consists of an expanded bridge, verse-rap and a sampled voice of an operator announcing that the phone line is unreachable. Beyoncé appears in the middle of the song, singing the verses in a "rapid-fire" way, accompanied by double beats."Telephone" received positive reviews from critics who called it a stand-out track from The Fame Monster and praised Gaga's chemistry with Beyoncé. Several critics included it in their best-of list of 2010. It was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals, and won a ASCAP Pop Music Award and a BMI Award. Following the album's release, the song charted in many countries, including Australia, Canada, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Sweden and Hungary. Peaking at number three in the US, it was particularly successful in Europe where it topped the charts in Belgium, Croatia, Denmark, Ireland, Norway and the UK. The song sold 7.4 million digital copies worldwide in 2010, making it the year's fourth best-selling single.The accompanying music video for "Telephone", shot as a short film, was filmed in an intense two-day shoot across multiple locations, with minimalist lighting and meticulous planning, allowing 150 setups per day to be captured. It is a continuation of the video for "Paparazzi" (2009), the fifth single from The Fame. It follows Beyoncé as she bails Gaga out of prison for killing her boyfriend; they go to a diner and poison the customers' breakfast. The video ends as they attempt to escape a high-speed police chase. It references Quentin Tarantino and his films Pulp Fiction (1994) and Kill Bill: Volume 1 (2003). The video received generally positive reviews and was nominated for three awards at the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards, including Video of the Year. In January 2015, Billboard named it the best video of the decade. NME listed it as one of the 100 greatest music videos of all time. Retrospective reviewers analyzed the video's themes, including feminism, lesbianism, and commentary on fame and celebrity culture.In memory of fashion designer and friend Alexander McQueen, Gaga performed an acoustic rendition of "Telephone" at the 2010 BRIT Awards. She also sang it during the Super Bowl LI halftime show, and many of her concert tours and other live appearances. The song was covered by several artists, as well as characters from the television show Glee.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:33 UTC on Sunday, 26 January 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Telephone (song) on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Emma.

From his ‘Orgasm Portraits' for Lars von Trier's Nymphomaniac to shooting the likes of Harry Styles, Tilda Swinton, Willem Dafoe and Kirsten Dunst (to name a few), Danish-born Casper Sejersen is known for creating iconic visuals for brands including Alexander McQueen, Gucci and Burberry, and editorial platforms such as Dazed, and Beauty Papers… as well as publishing zines, directing a TV series, and that's just for starters!In this episode, we journey into his psycho-visceral world, as he shares how he found his photographic feet in commercial photography before transitioning into fashion editorial, cinema and fine art, where he found creative freedom. You'll also hear about the poetry and pianist that inspires him, the deeply personal reason why he began taking more risks, and how – with meticulous preparation and by allowing them to share in his artistic vision – he gets the best out of his creative collaborators – both behind and in front of his lens.“When I shoot Cate Blanchett with, you know, a banana, she's still wearing Gucci. And for me, that kind of cultural icon with the reference to Andy Warhol's Velvet Underground cover — that's fashion to me”Link to references from this episode include:Images Casper curated for this episode here – or for those listening on platforms (other than Spotify), you will find the images appearing on your phone's lock screen as we discuss them. Watch Tilda Swinton recite All Kinds of Love,  the Claes Oldenburg poem that inspired Casper for his Numéro China shoot with the actor. And find out more about composer August Rosenbaum.Until next time, Farvel!Follow @caspersejersenstudioAnd a big thank you to Julia at MAP for bringing us all together!Episode Insights:How a well-prepared, safe space leads to beautiful ‘mistakes'Why having plans A, B, and C is key when working with clientsThe reward of pitching bold ideas to the right peopleHow commercial, editorial, and personal work all feed into each otherThoughts on the episode? DM us @creativebloodworldEPISODE CREDITSHosted by Laura ConwayProduced by Scenery StudiosEpisode music by Ben Tarrant-Brown

Alexander McQueen no es solo un icono de la moda, sino del arte. Representa los dilemas estéticos y filosóficos de una época de cambio. El final de un siglo donde la publicidad, el espectáculo y la industria cultural lo ha absorbido todo y las diferencias entre las casillas culturales no existen. Pero además, McQueen supone la actualización del genio romántico, el desmantelamiento de un mito que vuelve al tormento y la herida mental en una realidad prosaica y poco romántica, en absoluto deseable, pero bella al fin y al cabo. En este vídeo te encontrarás un relato que mezcla lo biográfico con lo psicológico, lo ensayístico con lo literario y lo público con lo íntimo y personal. ¿Qué precio tiene ser inmortal en el mundo del arte? Te leo en comentarios.

Introducing The Best Moments of the Last 25 Years in Fashion from The Run-Through with Vogue.Follow the show: The Run-Through with Vogue Vogue's fashion features director Mark Holgate and senior archive editor Laird Borrelli-Persson join Nicole Phelps to look back at the first quarter century of fashion. From the birth of Style.com to Alexander McQueen's dramatic runway shows—these are the best fashion fashion moments of the 2000s. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

Vogue's fashion features director Mark Holgate and senior archive editor Laird Borrelli-Persson join Nicole Phelps to look back at the first quarter century of fashion. From the birth of Style.com to Alexander McQueen's dramatic runway shows—these are the best fashion fashion moments of the 2000s. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

fWotD Episode 2779: Jack the Ripper Stalks His Victims Welcome to Featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia’s finest articles.The featured article for Friday, 13 December 2024 is Jack the Ripper Stalks His Victims.Jack the Ripper Stalks His Victims is the first collection by British designer Alexander McQueen, produced as the thesis collection for his master's degree in fashion at Central Saint Martins (CSM) art school. The collection's narrative was inspired by the victims of 19th-century London serial killer Jack the Ripper, with aesthetic inspiration from the fashion, erotica, and prostitution practices of the Victorian era. The collection was presented on the runway at London Fashion Week on 16 March 1992, as the second-to-last of the CSM graduate collections. Editor Isabella Blow was fascinated by the runway show and insisted on purchasing the entire collection, later becoming McQueen's friend and muse. Jack the Ripper remains an object of critical analysis for its violent concept and styling. McQueen held on to the narrative and aesthetic tendencies he established in Jack the Ripper throughout his career, earning a reputation for producing narratively-driven collections inspired by macabre aspects of history, art, and his own life. Items from Jack the Ripper, most notably a pink frock coat with a thorn print, have appeared in the retrospectives Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty (2011 and 2015) and Isabella Blow: Fashion Galore! (2013)This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:30 UTC on Friday, 13 December 2024.For the full current version of the article, see Jack the Ripper Stalks His Victims on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm generative Ruth.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit cocomocoe.substack.comBecome a member of the best-selling Substack to unlock the extended version of every episode: cocomocoe.substack.comI was driving through Los Angeles the other day and noticed an uptick in WayMos. Those are the driverless cars that originated in San Francisco. As I realized this meant that Uber and Lyft drivers could eventually get replaced by robocars, it made me wonder:What other jobs are at risk of being replaced by robots or CGI?Then the fear donned on me: influencers. We could potentially see a world in the next 10-15 years where our comfort creators are not actual humans but rather made up of Sim-like avatars. These “generated influencers”, as I am calling it, have no racist Tweets to be unearthed, they won't call out for sick days or face creative burn out. But most importantly, they won't ask for any money.We already saw the rise of CGI-creators the last 10-years with influencers like Lil Miquela growing to 2.5 million followers on IG. Spotify Wrapped launched an AI podcast episode that recaps listeners music habits through out the past year. Boston Dynamic robo-dogs walked the runway alongside models at a 2023 Coperni fashion show.Does the rise of A.I. and robotics for art foreshadow the end of human influencers, models and podcasters?TOPICS DISCUSSED:0:00 - The rise of robots as social status (Alexander McQueen 1999 show)2:00 - The first CGI Influencer: Lil Miquela6:30 - TikTok Ban + Housekeeping7:39 - Why I have never run an ad on this podcast9:50 - What I mean by “generated influencers”11:10 - Future technology influences in media (Zenon, Back to the Future, The Jetsons)13:00 - Robots don't understand consequences16:13 - The Kardashians and the Tesla Robots (Kim Kardashian x Elon Musk)18:50 - Cyborg Fashion Trends22:04 - The rise of “fake” influencers23:58 - Why audiences don't actually want “authenticity”26:06 - The risk of working with influencers28:15 - Why you shouldn't feel bad for charging for a brand deal29:15 - The reason brands will lean into generated creators33:15 - Spotify using AI hosts for the wrapped podcast *38:50 - Why flaws will become much more lucrative40:18 - The commodification of “authenticity”43:28 - Why live streaming will be hard for generated influencers44:11 - The two things audiences will never stop cravingBecome a paying member of the best-selling Substack to unlock the extended episodes of the podcast: cocomocoe.substack.comREFERENCE LINKS:* Join my best-selling Susbtack to unlock the extended episodes: cocomocoe.substack.com* My Amazon Storefront for Creators: https://amzn.to/3ltAuqs“Ahead of the Curve with Coco Mocoe” is a marketing podcast that covers internet and pop culture but from a branding angle. Coco Mocoe is a trend forecaster and marketing expert who loves diving deep into why things go viral on the internet and how you can apply that to your own brand or creator journey.Thank you for reviewing the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!Follow Coco Mocoe on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube!* IG: @cocomocoe* TT: @cocomocoe* YT: coco mocoeEmail: cocomocoe@gmail.com

You could have heard this episode early on our HeroHero!Sol and Michael are back for a boys episode! Join the boys as they talk about designers as public figures, the debate over the misogyny (or lack thereof) of McQueen's work, social media causing a race to the bottom for archive resellers, the politicization of Rick Owens' work (for good reason), what the 'right' price for a t-shirt is, and the horror movies that the boys think will influence a new generation of designers!We hope you enjoy!Lots of love,SolSol Thompson and Michael Smith explore the world and subcultures of fashion, interviewing creators, personalities, and industry insiders to highlight the new vanguard of the fashion world. Subscribe for weekly uploads of the podcast, and don't forgot to follow us on our social channels for additional content, and join our discord to access what we've dubbed “the happiest place in fashion”.Message us with Business Inquiries at pairofkingspod@gmail.comSubscribe to get early access to podcasts and videos, and participate in exclusive giveaways for $4 a month Links: Instagram TikTok Twitter/X Sol's Instagram Michael's Instagram Michael's TikTok

In this episode, Paula sits down with the one and only Elizabeth Sulcer—a true fashion force who's built a career on her bold vision and ability to set trends that define the industry. From her beginnings in New Jersey to working alongside Alexander McQueen in London, Elizabeth's journey is nothing short of spectacular, and it's thrilling to share it with you.Here's what we're diving into:- Elizabeth's signature style and how she masterfully blends androgyny into fashion.- How she transitioned from fashion design to becoming one of the top stylists in the world.- What it really takes—confidence, resilience, and a relentless work ethic—to thrive in the fashion industry.- Her exciting new project: Surfskin, a skincare line inspired by the ocean's healing powers.Plus, Elizabeth dishes on:- The secrets behind flawless red carpet moments.- How to curate a wardrobe that balances investment pieces with savvy finds.- Staying confident and positive while keeping up with the fast-paced fashion world.- Navigating personal style while adapting to evolving trends.If you love fashion, beauty, or just need a dose of inspiration, this episode is for you. Elizabeth's story is all about hard work, creative vision, and trusting yourself—truly a masterclass in success.Where to find Elizabeth and her latest venture, Surfskin:- Instagram: @elizabethsulcer- TikTok: @elizabethsulcer- Surfskin Instagram: @surfskinJoin the World's Your Oysta community!Instagram: @wyo.podTikTok: @wyo.podYoutube: World's Your Oysta PodcastWebsite & Newsletter: WYO PodcastThis episode is brought to you by Harlo, Stellar, and Tronque. Please support our shows sponors. Use code OYSTA20 for 20% off on all Harlo and Stellar products. This is a conversation you don't want to miss. Elizabeth's journey is filled with wisdom, style, and so many takeaways for anyone passionate about fashion and life. Enjoy the episode!Produced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been an incredibly fun year for pop music, and the same can be said about the fashion that's come along with it. This week, Alyssa sits down with Brittany Spanos, a senior writer at Rolling Stone and pop connoisseur, to discuss how the newest names on the scene are using aesthetics strategically to brand themselves and introduce their personas to the world. The ladies touch on the biggest breakout talents of 2024, particularly Sabrina Carpenter, Addison Rae, Chappell Roan, Tate McRae, and brat-era Charli XCX, and how they all (like the pop stars who came before them) use fashion to build their identities and create their narratives. Tune in for an in-depth discussion on this and much more, including Brittany's thoughts on the smart ways that Carpenter, Rae, and Olivia Rodrigo are subtly introducing retro pop culture references to a new generation; why Rae's slightly weird creative direction led by Mel Ottenberg is so genius; who are the best pop star/stylist pairings in the game right now; how we've reached Peak Britney Spears reference over the past year and why it's getting out of hand; why the best pop stars are embracing pastiche at a time when fans are exhausted by repetitive references; what the future might hold for pop acts designing collections with luxury fashion brands, like Harry Styles for Gucci or Dua Lipa for Versace; and what could be the next big avant-garde pop star/fashion designer partnership on the level of Lady Gaga and Alexander McQueen.This episode was recorded in the podcast studio at The SQ @ 205 Hudson. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thenewgarde.substack.com

Meanwhile... The world's cutest animal is a baby pygmy hippo named Moo Deng, Chipotle has a new machine that makes guacamole, scientists did some weird experiments involving mice and the dust from a bag of Doritos, NFL stars Jason and Travis Kelce are hawking cereal, designer Alexander McQueen wants to sell you boots shaped like animal hooves, movie theaters are selling a $31 cocktail at screenings of "Beetlejuice," and Stephen believes Paul Rudd may be eating dirt to stay healthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of eLEXYfy: The Place for Fashion, we are excited to welcome Dana Thomas, an influential figure in fashion journalism and sustainability advocacy. he has since authored three critically acclaimed books, including Deluxe: How Luxury Lost Its Luster, Gods and Kings: The Rise and Fall of Alexander McQueen and John Galliano, and Fashionopolis: The Price of Fast Fashion and the Future of Clothes. Her work has uncovered the environmental and social impacts of the fashion industry, with a focus on sustainability and ethical practices. In this episode, we'll explore how Dana's experiences have shaped her mission to promote responsible fashion and what the future of the industry looks like through her eyes.

Welcome back to Part 2 of OMG Fashun – Friends They Never Knew They Needed. In Part one, Co-Executive Producer Rich Brusa and Producer Marcy Guevara-Prete gave us an exclusive peek into the genesis and workings of this show. Then, several of the contestant/disruptors shared personal stories of their paths to this show and how it changed their lives. Join us now as we meet more of the participants and hear their special and unique stories. (:37) Meet Jarrod Olson (Instagram @jarrodbillieolson)and learn about his brand Billie's (2:14) Jarrod cites Rick Owens and Martin Margiela as major influencers. And…there was one more... (3:27) What was the biggest challenge Jarrod faced. Like many of his fellow disruptors…it was time. (5:27) What's Jarrod's dream?! (6:27) Learn about designer Natashia Lunt(Instagram @natashia.lunt)and the princess dress! Her mother's resourcefulness and her grandmother's keen eye were major influence in her early years. And so was Vogue Magazine! (10:09) Vivian Westwood and Alexander McQueen influenced her work…and as for her entrée to OMG Fashun?! (11:07) Highs and lows for Natashia? And oh…how about the bond with her fellow disruptors? How about the stress and pressure? (13:20) What's Natashia's dream? (13:42) Meet Theo Banzon (Instagram @theobot)winner if episode #4. Learn where he grew up, why he learned to sew and why all of this made him a perfect contestant for OMG Fashun. (15:36) What was his most memorable moment on the show? How about his treating the show as a summer camp? (16:47) What's next for Theo and what should we as consumers know about the fashion industry? (18:06) Theo tells us about a special group of contestants who bonded and called themselves The Disruptor 6. (19:18) Meet Chelsea Billingsley (Instagram @Chelseab128) from Chicago. She was the winner of episode 3 and made a name for herself with her crocheted creations. Learn about her brand The House of Chelsea B. Also, she tells us about her first models! (22:01) So, who are Chelsea's influencers? Teyana Taylor, Taoray Wang, Jerry Lorenzo to name just a few. (22:52) Most memorable moments? And…biggest challenge…oh there was definitely a moment! (25:22) Chelsea tells us about her involvement with The Disruptor 6. (26:48) How did OMG Fashun help Chelsea grow as a designer? Trusting herself was a major bonus! (28:10) Her advice to others who want to be on OMG Fashun? Our deepest thanks to all who gave us their time to make this episode possible. Most importantly to the people at Scout Productions...and BERNINA! Stay tuned for more about these amazing disruptors and their future accomplishments. If you know someone who has an outstanding story that should be shared on this podcast, drop Meg a note to Meg@sewandsopodcast.com or complete the form on our website.  Be sure to subscribe to, review and rate this podcast on your favorite platform…and visit our website sewandsopodcast.com for more information about today's and all of our Guests.

Sponsored by BELLAMI PROFESSIONALhttps://bit.ly/3SrTD9V Use code STYLIST50 for 50% off any ticketInterview with Nicky ClarkeNicky Clarke is a highly acclaimed British hairstylist and brand founder, known for his skills and creativity, which have propelled him to become a sought-after name in the industry. Nicky discovered his talent for hairstyling at a young age. At 16, he seized an opportunity to apprentice at the prestigious House of Leonard where he worked alongside the renowned John Frieda. By 17, he was already lending his skills to his first British Vogue shoot.For over a decade, Nicky worked with John Frieda, splitting his time between the salon and shoots for major publications all the while helping to develop the Frizz Ease brand. During this time, Nicky became one of the most in-demand and highest-paid hairdressers in the UK, creating iconic looks for stars such as Duran Duran, Brooke Shields, and Diana Ross.In the early '90s, the Nicky Clarke brand emerged from a partnership with Nicky's then-wife Lesley, herself an international fashion designer. Together, they opened the first Nicky Clarke salon in London's prestigious Mayfair district, with the Duchess of York presiding over the ribbon-cutting ceremony. The salon became the place to be for those seeking the best of haircuts, coloring, styling, and treatments. Its success cemented Nicky's status as a premier hairstylist and elevated him to a household name in the UK. His clientele is a star-studded lineup including royalty, supermodels, pop icons, and A-list celebrities, counting Princess Diana, David Bowie, the Beatles (Paul, George and Ringo), Gwyneth Paltrow, Sienna Miller, Brad Pitt, Eddie Redmayne, Kate Moss, Christian Bale, Naomi Campbell, Penelope Cruz, George Michael, Isabella Rossellini and, Donatella Versace among his past and current Clients.His artistic vision has graced the runways of Givenchy, Versace, Calvin Klein, Alexander McQueen, Yves Saint Laurent, and numerous others. He's won countless awards throughout his career and impressively, in 2008, Her Majesty the Queen honored him with the Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE) in acknowledgment of his significant contributions to the hairdressing industry and outstanding service to the community. Links: https://www.instagram.com/nickyclarkeus/ https://nickyclarke.com/about-us/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicky_Clarke https://www.thetease.com/celebrity-hairstylist-nicky-clarke-on-his-career-beginnings-most-remarkable-styling-moments-and-launching-his-brand-in-the-u-s/ News from TheTease.com:https://www.thetease.com/jcpenneys-emily-baker-and-latinitas-gabriela-kane-guardia-provide-a-closer-look-at-their-culture-is-strength-event/

JEAN CAMPBELL  is a supermodel who from the outside looks to be living a fairy tale life. Stunningly beautiful, she has modeled on the international stage for brands including Alexander McQueen, Ralph Lauren, Louis Vuitton and Burberry. Of course, nothing is ever so simple (especially in fairy tales). After experiencing a traumatic injury at a young age, Jean had to learn how to live with chronic pain. She underwent multiple surgeries, and confronted despair induced by the extreme physical and emotional challenges she faced.  Shadowland is our This Jungian Life forum for exploring the lives of people who exist in the hidden places of our culture. Life with chronic pain is one of those hidden places: for many it is characterized by loneliness and fear. At home and at work, people with chronic pain conditions are often asked to mask the reality of what they're experiencing.  In this episode, Lisa and Deb explore the gulf Jean experienced between persona and shadow. In private, Jean searched for ways to cope with physical pain and suffering, whilst in public she built a successful career based on her exceptional physical beauty.  According to Jean, embracing and befriending pain has been key in her path to healing. This is explored through a discussion of A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin, in which the protagonist, Ged, must confront and befriend his shadow:  “Only in silence the word, only in dark the light, only in dying life: bright the hawk's flight on the empty sky” (A Wizard of Earthsea). Listen to Jean Campbell's podcast, https://www.if-podcast.com/  Follow Jean Campbell: https://www.instagram.com/jean_campbell/ You might also be interested in our This Jungian Life episode on  https://thisjungianlife.com/episode-68-chronic-illness/ LOOK & GROW TRY OUT THE TEMENOS DREAM INTERPRETATION APP FOR FREE: https://inf.temenosdream.com/eiNh/tjlmeta *Unlock The Power of Your Dreams: https://thisjungianlife.com/join-dream-school/ *Support Dreams and Depth: Join Our Patreon Community Today: https://www.patreon.com/ThisJungianLife *Don't Miss Out - Submit Your Dream Now for a Chance to Be Featured on Our Podcast! https://thisjungianlife.com/share-your-dream/ *Help Shape Our Show! Share Your Ideas for Our Next Podcast: https://thisjungianlife.com/podcast-form-topics/ *Shop Exclusive 'This Jungian Life' Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/thisjungianlife/products *Get Caught up! Check Out All Our Previous Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcE4RL3VIbzGWHI-Sq0Y2lZc7R6Zxmfb6  STAY INSPIRED EVERY DAY! *YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe8QSBLNlv765pT097FDeLA *Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisjungianlifepodcast *Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThisJungianLife *Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThisJungianLife/  EXPLORE DEPTH PSYCHOLOGY WITH OUR COMPREHENSIVE STUDIES - TRANSFORM YOUR UNDERSTANDING *Discover the Power of Jung's Insights: Enhance Your Clinical Skills with Our Advanced Seminar. https://bit.ly/cgjungphiladelphia *Engage Your Inner Wisdom: Join the Philadelphia Jung General Seminar: https://bit.ly/cgjungphiladelphiaseminar   

On this episode we speak with the London-based fashion and interior design journalist and photographer Mark C. O'Flaherty. Mark is the author of The Narrative Thread, a book about the relationship of fashion collectors to their clothes, and a regular contributor to the New York Times, the Financial Times, the Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, the World of Interiors, among others.We talked about the early '90s London club and queer culture and how it influenced London's fashion scene, Malcolm McLaren and Vivienne Westwood's enduring sway over it, his work with Alexander McQueen, about the now forgotten London fashion heroes Body Map. We discuss Mark's almost accidental career, the difference between writing about and shooting fashion and interiors, and frustrations about doing genuine journalism today.Support the Show.

This week's guest is the Global Creative Director and Senior Vice President of Creative for Aveda. She is a winner of British Hairdresser of the Year, and she's done hair for models for Mu Mu, Stella McCartney, Alexander McQueen, Dolce and Gabanna and the list goes on. It is my great pleasure to chat with Antoinette Beenders.  ⁃ Antoinette shares how she got started in hairdressing, and what lead to her impulsive leap to London to work for Trevor Sorbie ⁃ She shares about the move to Aveda and the perfect fit of their philosophies, and the role that it played in developing her own style ⁃ Antoinette talks about what it means to be a creative director⭐️⭐️⭐️ Check out more episodes and the videos at https://chrisbaran.com/podcast ⭐️ Join our FREE Facebook community for Salon Team Trainers today. https://facebook.com/groups/salonteamtraining ✅ Exclusive content on how to implement and scale your salon training the easy way ✅ Save time and learn what works from people just like you ✅ Get back to your mission of building the salon business and creating more jobs Learn more here - https://bit.ly/trainersplaybook Join our FB group - https://facebook.com/groups/salonteamtraining Follow us on IG - https://instagram.com/coachchrisbaran

Fashion icon/cable TV pioneer Lauren Ezersky gives Fenton, Randy, and James the lowdown on her long-running series "Behind the Velvet Ropes" which ran from 1989 until 2012. The timeless beauty with the voice of a velvet foghorn spills the tea about interviews with Alexander McQueen, Halston, Karl Lagerfeld and more!

It's been a very EXTRA week, and so we're going early cos frankly we're busting to unpack it all. The Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony is camp AF and we're here for Blue Man Group Dionysis, Renaissance horsewoman, a ménage a trois nod, and death metal beheadings of Marie Antoinette. Obvs we're on the floor watching Celine's return. Wow.CD's are having a renaissance of their own, thanks mainly to T Swift, but a sweet editorial has us reminiscing about the beloved compact disc and the memories they hold. And on the anniversary of Sinead O'Connor's death, a wax figure has been unveiled in Dublin. It's not good.Bang Fam have been DM'ing us the Alexander McQueen hoof boots left right and centre too, and trotting down the runway with this hairy FARSHUN. And we're banging on about the Von Dutch doco and Nick Cave & Sean O'Hagan's beautiful book of conversations.Show notes: Kasey Chambers book: https://www.hardiegrant.com.au/au/publishing/bookfinder/book/kasey-chambers-just-don_t-be-a-d__khead-by-kasey-chambers/9781761451027Opening Ceremony highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pe5xlUgyzkCD sales are growing: https://www.theguardian.com/music/article/2024/jul/28/cd-sales-rise-taylor-swift-collection-nostalgia-90s-oasis-bashy-metronomy-kitty-livSinead O'Connor wax figure: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-07-27/sinead-oconnor-wax-figure-taken-down-over-poor-likeness/104150802Wax celebrity figures: https://www.cosmopolitan.com/entertainment/celebs/g19664055/bad-celebrity-wax-figures/?slide=4McQueen hoof boot: https://www.alexandermcqueen.com/en-us/pr/hoof-boot-808119WLAAB1779.htmlVote for Take 5 in the Logies: https://www.tvweeklogies.com.au/The Curse of Von Dutch: https://www.primevideo.com/detail/0QYBYKB3RIIMODVVT5YT82791P/ref=atv_dl_rdr?tag=justau2tuk-22Faith, Hope & Carnage: https://www.nickcave.com/faith-hope-and-carnage/Bang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.auBang On Live: https://comedy.com.au/tour/bang-on-live-myf-warhurst-zan-rowe/Bang On Merch Store: https://sound-merch.com.au/collections/bang-on-liveProduced by: Caitlin Nienaber & Nick GerberBang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Gadigal, Turrbal and Wurundjeri peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

Pierre Rougier, a distinguished fashion publicist and founder of PR Consulting, boasts a career spanning several decades. After studying political science in Bordeaux, Rougier honed his skills in Paris and London with Hermès, Yohji Yamamoto, and Maison Margiela before making his mark in New York in 1993. There, he directed communications while representing icons like Helmut Lang and Alexander McQueen. Establishing PR Consulting in1997, he catapulted emerging talents like Narciso Rodriguez and Nicolas Ghesquiere, then at Balenciaga, to prominence, also fostering brands like Proenza Schouler and Hood By Air. Renowned for discovering and championing young designers, Rougier continues to hold the opinion that a strong vision and sometimes counter-trending codes are often the precursors to a designer's success. Episode Highlights: Rougier grew up far from the front of culture, and though his interests in fashion were indirect at first until he moved to Bordeaux—a larger city—to study.  He started his work in fashion boxing Hermes products before moving to London, still employed at Hermes, learning English and partaking in '80s gay club culture there. Yohji Yamamoto employed Rougier to work a PR position, giving him his first taste of serious work and long hours associated with the industry. Using his London connections, he opened his own PR firm as the Antwerp Six were coming into the spotlight, and worked under Martin Margiela for four years, until he felt that his aesthetic and vision were too overwhelmingly connected to that one house. Moving to New York, Rougier worked as communications director for a company that held brands like Vivienne Westwood, Helmut Lang, and Michael Kors. Rougier speaks on learning that the antithesis of what's trending is always on the precipice of an arrival. He says the conversations in fashion are less now about what designers like and more about what designers find that works, and is successful.  Before the internet, there were few photos of shows and most people waited to see items in stores to determine the zeitgeist; now, Rougier says, the urgency of marketing makes everything “extremely transactional.”  He says it's fair to say that in fashion, elitism has trended out with a shift to exclusive community identities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Through art, film, fashion, collecting, and now music, Daphne Guinness has been a creative force and industry muse second to none. On this season finale of The Grand Tourist, Dan speaks with Guinness about her new album “Sleep,” what it was like collaborating with legendary producer Tony Visconti, the unconventional summers of her youth with Salvador Dalí, her memories of Alexander McQueen and Isabella Blow, her thoughts on AI and the future of creativity, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Heiress, fashion icon and musician Daphne Guinness joins the boys to discuss her latest album, her friendships with the late Alexander McQueen & Isabella Blow, and growing up in the South of Spain with neighbor and family friend Salvador Dali.

Are unsustainable practices in the fashion industry leaving you fed up and ready to jump ship? You're not alone but leaving the industry isn't the only option!  A talented fashion designer, Jade Wei, felt the same way in her fashion career. Feeling stuck in traditional, wasteful practices, Jade embraced new technology, starting with Adobe Illustrator and eventually mastering CLO 3D. This journey reignited her passion, showing how stepping out of your comfort zone and adopting innovative tools can lead to more sustainable and exciting opportunities in the industry.This episode is a must-listen for anyone feeling stuck or resistant to the evolving technologies in fashion design. Jade's story offers hope, practical advice, and a renewed sense of purpose that can energize your own fashion design journey.About Jade Wei:Jade is a freelance designer based in London, specializing in 3D pattern-making, garment and product development for brands with similar creative ethos. Born in Taiwan, she moved to the UK at 18 to pursue a career in fashion. With 17+ years of experience in the industry, she has worked for luxury brands including Alexander McQueen, Theory, and ClothSurgeon. She also designs for independent designers and launched her own brand, ATELIER WCMF. Recently, she has been merging the digital and physical fashion worlds using emerging technology to create advanced technical services for fashion brands.Connect with Jade:Visit their websiteEmail at: j.w@atelier-wcmf.comFollow on InstagramConnect on Linkedin