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The WNBA kicked off its new season last week with beauty brands lining up to gain access to the league's growing cohort of fans.  In a gold rush that started around 2020, some of the industry's top brands have entered into multi-year sponsorships with the league or its top players. The most recent, Fenty's sponsorship of the New York Liberty, was announced earlier this month and kicked off on Saturday's home game opener with several activations including a "Gloss Bomb glam cam" where fans show off their beauty look.  The NY Liberty, a top team in the league, has also received sponsorships from L'Oréal-owned brands Essie nail polish and NYX color cosmetics. Meanwhile, Amorepacific-owned Laneige became the Phoenix Mercury's official sponsor last year, mass hair-care brand Odele Beauty sponsors the Minnesota Lynx, and Glossier has been a league sponsor since 2020.  What's more, Youth To The People has partnered with the Seattle Storm, and L'Oréal-owned Urban Decay was the official L.A. Sparks sponsor for two seasons. Plus, the Chicago Sky has partnerships with Covergirl, Olay and hair-care band Jamaican Mango and Lime. But perhaps one of the biggest deals is Sephora's sponsorship of the league's newest team, San Francisco's Golden State Valkyries, who will now play at the newly-renamed "Sephora Performance Center" in Oakland. And this is just a snapshot of the WNBA deals Glossy is tracking.  “There was limited broadcast for women's sports [a few years ago], and now we have record-breaking viewership, which has been just absolutely amazing,” said Jacki Gemelos, a former WNBA player and coach turned sports agent. “Major brands rarely built campaigns around female athletes. And now athletes like Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Alex Morgan and Simone Biles, just to name a few, are leading campaigns and not just being included.”  As previously reported by Glossy, attention from the beauty industry aligns with a sharp rise in WNBA audience attention. Viewership on ESPN was up 155% last season and, within this, viewership among people aged 18–34 rose by 164% and viewership among women increased by 165% year-over-year.  Glossy welcomed Gemelos to the podcast to discuss this change and provide context and advice for beauty execs looking to join in on the action. She provides context as to different types of deals, including the average costs and what makes a deal authentic. Gemelos is a lifelong basketball player who spent more than a decade playing professionally overseas and in the WNBA for the Chicago Sky and the Connecticut Sun. She was an assistant coach for the NY Liberty before joining Nike as an athlete community coordinator. Today, she's an agent at prestigious boutique firm Disrupt the Game, where she oversees deals for a roster of top talent.  In today's episode, Gemelos discusses everything beauty execs need to know about this cultural shift. But first, hosts Lexy Lebsack and Sara Spruch-Feiner discuss the top headlines of the week. This includes QVC's foray into 24/7 social commerce selling through TikTok Shop, plus a bird's eye view on how the beauty industry did in the first quarter of the year, according to a new report from Circana market research company. 

In a very exciting Glossy, Tim reveals that Taylor Swift has premiered the first track of Reputation (Taylor's Version) in the newest episode of The Handmaid's Tale!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First up, in our Overachievers segment, we meet Mitch Hutchcraft, an ex-royal marine who’s officially done too much. He swam the English Channel, biked 12,000km to India, ran to Kathmandu, and trekked to Everest Base Camp—dodging dogs, dodging bullets, and surviving car crashes. Meanwhile, we get puffed walking to the servo. Then it’s all about baby talk... for dogs! A new study reveals that pups actually prefer that high-pitched, cringey baby voice. Yep, their brains light up like fairy lights when we go full goo-goo gaga. In the Glossy’s, Pedro Pascal brings his rave energy to The Last of Us, Kim Kardashian drops a faux-nipple bra, Hulk Hogan bids to save Hooters (yes, really), and the Biebers prove that love means saying sorry for doubting your wife’s Vogue cover dreams. Also, 10 prisoners escape by removing a toilet, and over in Korea, people are winning competitions by doing absolutely nothing. Sounds like Joel’s kind of sport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Glossy Podcast, senior fashion reporter Danny Parisi and international reporter Zofia Zwieglinska break down some of the biggest fashion news of the week. This week, we're talking about Burberry's sweeping layoffs and the uncertain future of its Castleford trench coat factory, Saks Fifth Avenue's streamlined vendor list, and the Cannes Film Festival's stricter red carpet dress rules and their impact on brands and attendees. Later in the episode (20:30), Zwieglinska is joined by Glossy managing editor Tatiana Pile to talk about the ever-growing importance of music festivals to the fashion and marketing industries. Zwieglinska also speaks with designer Asher Levine, who created Lisa's high-tech stage look for Coachella this year, and Revolve chief brand officer Raissa Gerona about influencer marketing and Revolvefest.

Despite a new, 90-day pause on President Trump's sky-high tariffs on goods imported from China, near-shoring and multi-shoring are leading topics on the minds of business insiders now.  But the idea of near-shoring, or moving a supply chain closer to the brand's home country, as well as multi-shoring, or diversifying your supply chain to additional regions, comes with many pros and cons.  On today's episode of the Glossy Beauty Podcast, host Lexy Lebsack is joined by Melissa Daniels, senior reporter at Glossy's sister publication Modern Retail and co-host of the Modern Retail Podcast, to unpack the nuances in supply chain pivots today (23:24).  “I'm hearing a lot of brands talk about this supply chain risk assessment that they're trying to make now,” Daniels said. “Even if it's not tariffs [prompting this], it might be something else: There was Covid that messed up supply chains, [and] certain weather events can have a huge impact on shipping and delivery, so if you are a company that has the resources to re-shore, you are looking into that much more seriously than you were a year ago.”  The two hosts share their latest reporting, including insights from brands actively looking to move their supply chains to places like Mexico, foreign manufacturers looking for U.S.-based brands to work with and the companies connecting them.  “If you're insulated by having products in multiple places, that prevents that really scary situation where you have no inventory [because of an unexpected global event],” Daniels said.  As previously reported by Glossy, many experts believe that “every purchase order is up for grabs” right now as brands rethink their suppliers. However, a future-proofed supply chain can take decades to build, so it's important to think through changes.  “This is such a relational business,” Daniels said. “Brands have a really close relationship with their suppliers and their manufacturers; they've worked together for a very long time, in some cases, and there's trust there.” What's more, there is a question over whether or not big supply chain shifts can be investigated fast enough, let alone implemented, to avoid tariffs this year. Ahead, Lebsack and Daniels discuss expected timelines, which can range from weeks to years, as well as the unexpected environmental and marketing benefits of near-shoring. But first, Lebsack is joined by co-host Sara Spruch-Feiner to unpack this week's industry news.  This includes one of the biggest brand exits of the year: Announced Monday, consumer goods company Church & Dwight is set to acquire hand sanitizer company Touchland for $700 million in cash and stock, plus a potential 2025 earnout of over $100 million. The team also dives into a new study out of the U.K. from watchdog group Advertising Standards Authority that found around a third of influencers fail to disclose their ties to brands.  And finally, a look at Drunk Elephant's sales tumble. Japanese beauty conglomerate Shiseido, which owns brands like Nars and Drunk Elephant, reported an 8.5% decline in sales on Monday. This is partially due to a 65% year-over-year drop in Drunk Elephant sales, the once golden child of the beauty industry. 

Today’s Glossy rundown is wild. Billy Ray and Miley are still publicly working through their family feud, but at least Mother’s Day got a soft-focus filter. Brad Pitt popped into a New Zealand Maccas drive-thru (as you do), Joy Behar offered her co-hosts some very cheeky filler, and Meghan Markle showed up at Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour, just vibing in the nosebleeds with HazSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Few beauty brands have had an evolution quite like Southern California-based ColourPop cosmetics (20:50).  Launched in 2014 at the height of the DTC era, the brand once released around 40 collections per year. “That's how consumers were shopping,” Vivian Weng, ColourPop brand president, told Glossy. “For a number of years, consumers were looking for the latest launch … and looking to get their hands on limited quantities of something that was very, very specific and timely.”  Flash forward to its eleventh birthday this month and things look very different. “[Beauty shoppers] are looking for newness, but in a different way,” Weng said. “The consumer has evolved, and we're trying to evolve with that community.”  So far, ColourPop's omnichannel evolution has become a case study for formerly-DTC brands: The brand launched into Ulta Beauty in 2018, then every Target store in 2023, and has cut its annual launches in half. “Especially post-Covid, consumers were starting to get fatigued with so many launches,” Weng said. “It felt very cluttered and noisy, and they were looking for more core, hero products.”  But hero need not mean boring: ColourPop's top seller in Target is a $9 body glitter gel ,and its super-pigmented $7 Super Shock pressed eyeshadow is the retail's No. 6 top eyeshadow, Weng told Glossy. The latter is also the first product the company ever made and continues to be its bestseller.  “We like to say that ColourPop is an overnight success story 70 years in the making,” Weng said. That is, the brand was born in Spatz Labs, a family-owned contract manufacturer in Oxnard, California.  ColourPop co-founders Laura and John Nelson, whose father started Spatz Labs decades before, grew up watching the top cosmetics in the country being quietly made in their family's factory. Seed Beauty, the parent company of ColourPop, is also well-known for being the original manufacturer of Kylie Cosmetics' first Lip Kit. However, due to the demand of ColourPop, Weng told Glossy that Spatz Labs no longer contracts for the industry. Weng joined the company in 2022. Previously, she held executive roles at Anastasia Beverly Hills and L'Oréal; she got her start at Goldman Sachs and McKinsey & Co. In today's episode, Weng discusses the brand's strategic evolution, the challenges along the way and the future of the prolific beauty brand. But first in today's episode, hosts Lexy Lebsack and Sara Spruch-Feiner discuss the top headlines of the week. This includes Walmart's plan to test new high-touch beauty bars in 40 stores, the growing marketing opportunity at Formula 1 events, the rise in clinical testing among leading supplement brands and MET Gala highlights. 

HT2248 - Glossy or Matte Surface A common question that every photographer has to answer, assuming they make prints, is which surface to use with an image, glossy or matte? It seems odd to me that this is so rarely discussed but yet is such a fundamental decision we need to make with every print. Of course, there are no hard and fast rules, but here's my thoughts on making this critical choice. Show your appreciation for our free weekly Podcast and our free daily Here's a Thought… with a donation Thanks!

About four years ago, Glossy profiled Muneeb Shah. At the time, he was a resident who had accumulated an impressive 6 million TikTok followers. He had started posting during quarantine. Now, that number has skyrocketed to 17.9 million — plus an additional 1.1 million followers on Instagram. Recent content reveals partnerships with brands including Timeless Skin Care, No. 7 Skin Care and TirTir, to name a few. Last March, Dr. Shah debuted Remedy, his own brand, which currently offers three serums, a lip balm, a moisturizer, a dandruff shampoo, a body cream for keratosis pilaris and pimple patches. In addition, Dr. Shah serves — along with Dr. Dhaval Bhanusali — as one of Neutrogena's two Global Innovation Partners. The multi-year contract saw him co-star alongside Tate McRae in Neutrogena's recent TV commercial, which aired during the Super Bowl. In this week's Glossy Beauty Podcast episode, Sara Spruch-Feiner speaks with Dr. Shah (20:12) about his TikTok growth and the content that resonates with his following, the trials and tribulations of his first year running a brand, and the work he's doing with Neutrogena. But first, co-hosts Sara Spruch-Feiner and Lexy Lebsack chat about Ulta's consumer-facing Ulta Beauty World event in San Antonio, the retailer's partnership with Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter tour, and the recent layoffs at Coty and UPS.

We're back with your Glossy fix! Osher Gunsberg has been announced as the host for the Real Housewives of Sydney reunion — airing next Tuesday on Binge. Meanwhile, Barron Trump is banned from giving out his phone number, so he’s keeping in touch with mates through Xbox and Discord. Plus, Harry Styles is making waves in Berlin... by rocking a pair of tiny red booty shorts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jill Manoff, Editor-in-Chief at Glossy and Modern Retail, joins Amanda Ma, CEO & Founder of Innovate Marketing Group in covering the future of fashion media, and elevating brand voices through editorial power. Tune in and get inspired!About the guest:Jill Manoff is the editor-in-chief of Digiday Media's Glossy and Modern Retail, which explores the transformation of the fashion, beauty and retail industries through the lens of digital and technology. She oversees the editorial content and growth strategy of the media brands, launched in 2016 and 2019, respectively. Manoff joined Digiday Media from Mode Media, where she was the editor of Glam.com starting in July 2015. Prior, she was the editor of searsStyle and head copywriter in Sears' apparel division. She spent the start of her career in St. Louis as the fashion editor of Alive magazine, the fashion director and co-founder of Saint Louis Fashion Week, and a freelance fashion stylist, working for brands including Anheuser-Busch and Caleres.Follow Jill Manoff on LinkedIn!EventUp is brought to you by Innovate Marketing Group. An award-winning Corporate Event and Experiential Marketing Agency based in Los Angeles, California. Creating Nationwide Immersive Event Experiences to help brands connect with people. To learn more, click here⁠⁠.Follow us!Find us on ⁠⁠LinkedIn, ⁠⁠⁠⁠EventUp Podcast LinkedIn⁠⁠ , and ⁠⁠Instagram

Pact Collective isn't the first company to try to solve the beauty industry's waste problem. But in four short years, it's already become the most successful.  “It feels like a really exciting time for the industry, but we've still got a lot of work to do,” Carly Snider, executive director of Pact Collective, told Glossy. “We [as an industry] are creating 120 billion units of beauty packaging globally and only a fraction of those are recycled or reused.”  This widely-shared statistic was one catalyst for Pact's launch in 2021 as a nonprofit industry collective founded by retailer Credo Beauty and clean cosmetics brand MOB Beauty.  Today, Pact has many pillars. First, it serves as a recycling alternative to city-run curbside bins and private recycling initiatives. The concept is simple: Educate consumers about their products' end-of-life while creating a data-driven, closed-loop system that reduces waste through in-store collection bins and consumer-friendly mail-back programs.  Pact has been embraced by the industry and actively has 3,300 collection bins across the U.S. and Canada in retailers like Sephora, Ulta Beauty, Credo Beauty, Nordstrom and many more. It also works with brands like L'Oréal USA, Fenty Beauty and Summer Fridays.  Growth across its packaging collection program has helped the company meet volume collection requirements for its biggest program of 2024: a closed-loop manufacturing initiative called New Matter. The initiative debuted in September with pumps made from recovered plastic. “I didn't imagine this level of growth so soon,” Snider said. “Right now we have 150 members across the entire supply chain [including] brands, retailers, packaging suppliers, media, you name it. … If you're working within this space, we want you to have a seat at the table. We want to have your voice heard, because it's an all-hands-on-deck situation.” In today's episode, Snider discusses Pact's growth, including its plans to get recycle bins into non-retail locations like colleges and libraries and exactly what happens to the empty packaging it collects. Snider also addresses how brands and retailers can lessen their environmental footprint and educate consumers on recycling nuances. But first in today's episode, Glossy senior reporter Emily Jensen joins host Lexy Lebsack to address the industry's top headlines. This includes backlash over buzzy fragrance brand Boy Smells' new rebrand; Sephora as a bright spot in LVMH's disappointing earnings; and Amorepacific's plans to reshore manufacturing to the U.S. amid mounting tariffs. 

Esteemed beauty marketer Michelle Miller knows a thing or two about a successful TikTok strategy. Miller served as CMO of K-18 during its gangbuster rise and 2023 strategic acquisition by Unilever. Her CV also includes Kosas, Too Faced and, as of January, CMO of Vegamour hair care.  “[TikTok has] an algorithm that is able to democratize beauty in a way that makes it a lot more accessible [to the average consumer],” Miller said. “With the platform being so uncertain, it's emotionally hard for brands that have invested so much time into creator communities, into content on Tiktok. And most of all, it's really, really hard for creators that have built their entire living and livelihoods on the platform.”  Miller joined Glossy podcast hosts Lexy Lebsack and Sara Spruch-Feiner (23:21), plus Glossy managing editor Tatiana Pile, to discuss the latest movement in TikTok's ongoing sell-or-be-banned legal predicament and what it means for the beauty industry.  As previously reported by Glossy, concern over TikTok's algorithm and its ability to influence Americans through disinformation campaigns, as well as the large amount of data being collected by ByteDance about Americans, are the top concerns of those behind the ban. This conversation goes back to 2020 when President Trump said he planned to ban the app, but it wasn't until TikTok added commerce with TikTok Shop in September of 2023 that momentum rebuilt. Then-President Biden signed a law into effect in April of 2024 that gave TikTok owner Bytedance a window to sell the majority of the business to an American owner or be banned from being downloaded in the U.S.  Despite numerous legal challenges, including one heard by the Supreme Court, Bytedance unsuccessfully fought the legislation, and the app briefly went dark in January before garnering an extension by President Trump.  On April 4, TikTok received a second extension to find a buyer until June 19. Until then, the app is safe. However, alongside a developing trade war with China, TikTok's fate hangs in the balance with a meaningful impact on the beauty and wellness industries.  “It really puts into place — not only for big brands in beauty, but also for smaller brands that are just getting started — [the questions] of: ‘How do you future-proof your brand? How do you work virality today, and what's next if TikTok does go away in 75 days?” Miller said.  Also included in this episode is a news rundown on the top stories of the week. The team discusses President Trump's escalating global tariffs, Beyoncé-founded Cécred's splashy launch into Ulta Beauty and the latest celebrity beauty brand to hire bankers to explore an exit, ahead. 

Big news for Eurovision tragics... in today Glossy's. Meanwhile, Robert Irwin keeps pumping sandbags shirtless behind-the-scenes at his Bonds shoot, and it’s a thirst trap disguised as fitness content. Zoe Kravitz and Austin Butler are reportedly a thing now (don’t call it official yet though), and Chris Lilley might be resurrecting Mr G — he’s posted that iconic pink exercise ball, and fans are losing it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Live Greatly podcast episode, Kristel Bauer sits down with Pritika Swarup, international model and founder of beauty and wellness brand Prakti. Kristel and Pritika discuss Ayurvedic beauty and lots more! Tune in now! Key Takeaways From This Episode: A look into Ayurvedic beauty How Ayurveda promotes balance How to do 2 to 1 breathing A look into how Pritika became a model and why she decided to create her brand Prakti A look into Pritika's wellness routine Tips for female entrepreneurs A look into Operation Smile About Pritika Swarup: International model Pritika Swarup , is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and founder & CEO of the award-winning beauty & wellness brand Prakti. Pritika is a powerful force across multiple industries and is known for her expertise in holistic wellness, beauty, diversity, finance, entrepreneurship, and fashion. A highly sought-after speaker and panelist, she has shared her insights at prestigious institutions like Harvard, Brown, and Columbia universities, as well as industry giants such as The Estee Lauder Companies, Glossy, and FounderMade. An Ivy League graduate, Pritika received the Lifetime Achievement Award from Harvard University in November 2023 and the Global Innovator Award from FounderMade in May 2024. The New York Post named her the 'World's Most Fabulous Financier,' while L'Officiel USA recognized her as a 'Fashion It Girl.' She has earned acclaim as a pioneer of the holistic wellness movement, particularly through her Ayurvedic practices. Pritika was honored with the New Beauty 100 Award for her leadership in the industry and was named 'Beauty's Next Boss' by New Beauty in October 2024.  Immensely passionate about humanitarian causes, she uses her voice and platform to transform children's lives worldwide positively. As a Global Ambassador and recipient of the Changemaker Awards for Operation Smile has led global fundraising efforts and recently participated in a medical mission in Brazil, where she helped raise awareness for children and adults born with cleft lips, alongside medical professionals and contributing to the organization's vital work in transforming lives. Through her Suman Saroj Initiative, named after her grandmothers, she empowers local craftswomen in Lucknow by creating hand-embroidered accessories that preserve the traditional Chikankari technique while providing sustainable income opportunities for artisan families. This initiative not only celebrates but also protects the rich cultural heritage of Chikankari stitching. Her modeling career includes campaigns for renowned brands such as Ralph Lauren, Abercrombie & Fitch, Intimissimi, Escada, Prabal Gurung, Estée Lauder, Athleta, Fenty Beauty, among others. She has graced the covers of top international magazines including Vogue, Elle, Harper's Bazaar, L'Officiel, Ocean Drive, Hamptons Magazine, and Numero. Pritika has also been featured on prominent media platforms like the TODAY Show "She Made It" segment, CNN, Access Hollywood, EXTRA, and NBC. Connect with Pritika: Website: https://praktibeauty.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopYPtjtaGV3uwf48Fquxd3uLGlZpEq6--yBgP6cwyYDBzexMYN0  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pritikaswarup/?hl=en  https://www.instagram.com/praktibeauty/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pritikaswarup/  About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer: Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness and performance expert, keynote speaker and TEDx speaker supporting organizations and individuals on their journeys for more happiness and success. She is the author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony, and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business November 19, 2024). 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Act+Acre's husband-and-wife founders were early to the growth of the scalp-care market when they launched their brand in 2019 with one product: a $48 prewash treatment called Scalp Detox Oil.  “[Scalp care] was definitely an afterthought for people [a few years ago],” brand founder and hairstylist Helen Reavey told Glossy. “Launching it in 2019, we were one of the first to solely think about scalp care the way skin care had come up and was so personalized, and we took that approach. It's not a one-size-fits-all for the scalp.” Reavey has seen the effects of poor scalp care throughout her 15-year career as a celebrity and editorial hairstylist — most notably during fashion month, when models' hair is routinely overworked backstage until their scalps become sensitive to the touch. “I had that moment where I was like, ‘I wish I could give them something to remove everything and to really start with a fresh canvas,'" she said. “It was that moment [where we said], ‘OK, we should do this; we should launch a brand.'”  Reavey is also a certified trichologist, a specialization focused on the treatment and health of the hair and scalp. She launched Act+Acre with husband and business partner Colm Mackin, who now serves as CEO.  Now an award-winning hero product for the brand, Scalp Detox is one of 25 products sold individually and through 10 curated systems made up of individual SKUs. From oil control to hydration to hair growth, they're each designed for a specific concern.  To help consumers navigate the offerings, Act+Acre publishes blog posts and educational content on social media, and offers a 10-plus question quiz on its site to match a consumer with the right products.  Top selling systems include its Stem Cell System, Thick + Full System and Essential Hydration System. Meanwhile, individual bestsellers include Stem Cell Serum for $86 and Daily Hydro Scalp Serum for $24.  The line is sold DTC and through Sephora, Revolve, Bluemercury, Amazon, Dermstore, Anthropologie and TikTok Shop, among other channels. The brand does 60% of its business DTC and has a 50% subscription rate within that cohort, Mackin told Glossy.  Several products are also recognized by the National Psoriasis Foundation for being safe for those with psoriasis.  “People are definitely starting to understand that the scalp is a foundation for healthy hair, and that comes across in all of our messaging,” Reavey told Glossy.  Act+Acre's latest launch, a two-step shampoo and treatment, is focused on hard water buildup, which impacts the majority of U.S. consumers. High levels of minerals like calcium and magnesium in tap water can build up in the hair and cause brittleness and discoloration, especially on color-treated hair. “I don't think people were really understanding that hard water was this silent destructor,” Reavey told Glossy. The brand's Clarifying Hard Water Shampoo sells for $32, while the Clarifying Hard Water Scalp Treatment goes for $38.  In this week's episode of The Glossy Beauty Podcast, Reavey and Mackin share insider details on these topics. The duo also discusses the ways they stand out in the market, including through community building, education and customer service.

In this episode of the Amberly Lago Show, Amberly welcomes the incredible Lori Harder, a powerhouse in the entrepreneurial world! Amberly shares her journey of starting her podcast and the significance of Lori's influence on her career. Lori, known for her podcast, Earn Your Happy, is a serial entrepreneur, speaker, and co-founder of the innovative gut health and beauty product, Glossy. The conversation dives into Lori's impressive journey, from her fitness days, gracing magazine covers, to her success in launching million-dollar companies. Tune in for an inspiring discussion that highlights grit, grace, and the power of community! Follow Lori Instagram: @loriharder Website: https://loriharder.com/ Thank you for joining us on The Amberly Lago Show: Stories of True Grit and Grace! If you find value in today's episode, don't forget to share the show with your friends and tap that subscribe button so you don't miss an episode!  If you are ready to leave your mark by discovering your message and sharing it with the world, you've come to the right place!! Let's work together to build your influence, your impact, and your income! Join the tribe you have been waiting for to activate your highest potential and live the life you deserve!  Get your tickets for the Unstoppable Success Summit 2025: go.amberlylago.com/uss2025/ Get your copy of my book, Joy Through the Journey on Amazon with one click here: amazon.com Order here and get your FREE bonuses: go.amberlylago.com/joy Join the Joy Sparkers book club here: go.amberlylago.com/book-club Join the The Unstoppable Mastermind to start growing your personal brand and business: go.amberlylago.com  Head over to my website to join my newsletter and access free downloadable resources that can help you elevate your life, business, and relationships: amberlylago.com  Connect with me on Instagram: @amberlylagomotivation  Join the discussion on Facebook: @amberlylagospeaker 

Very few beauty entrepreneurs have had more success than Carolyn Aronson. In 2006, the longtime hairstylist and salon owner launched professional hair-care brand It's a 10 with one hero product: Miracle Leave-In spray. The $21 formula was an immediate success for its ability to hydrate, smooth, condition, defrizz and protect hair with one formula. The brand had immediate success by seeding the product to professional hairstylists before entering Ulta Beauty, Target, Sally's Beauty, Cosmoprof, SalonCentric and Amazon, and selling DTC.  Using Miracle Leave-In as the anchor for expansion, the company added formulations through the years for various hair types and preferences. This includes new Miracle Leave-Ins for coily, blonde and men's hair; keratin- or color-treated hair; and lite, fragrance-free and dye-free variations. Each new collection includes shampoo, conditioner, masks and a variety of other offerings. The brand also sells body care.   In 2017, Aronson bought out her co-founder to become the sole owner of It's a 10. She's taken on no investors. The brand currently brings in around $500 million in gross annual sales and is distributed in more than 125 countries.  On a personal level, Aronson has also provided inspiration for women in the beauty industry. She entered the foster care system at age 2, began working in salons as a teenager and is currently one of the beauty industry's few self-made billionaires. She's also known for her philanthropy. For example, It's a 10 donated $250,000 worth of products to the Los Angeles Dream Center in January to help victims of the Los Angeles wildfires.  This year, Aronson is expanding her empire with Cloud Haircare, a new, Gen Z-focused line of shampoo, conditioner and styling products sold in two collections: nourishing and volumizing. Each SKU sells for $11.99 in CVS, Walmart and DTC.  The line features colorful, flat lay-friendly packaging and Gen Z-focused values: vegan, Leaping Bunny-approved formulas free of parabens and SLS, and sold in bottles made from post-consumer plastic resins.  Aronson's expansion into mass comes at a time when the sector has experienced a renaissance, of sorts. New, fresh brands are currently flooding the market, many of which are priced at $11.99 — like Odele, Saltair, Being Frenshe, Laura Polko and Function of Beauty —  while bargain formulas like Suave are back with new branding.  Beyond Cloud Haircare, Aronson entered the home hair-color space in 2023 with Rewind it 10, a line of men's home hair and beard dyes. She partnered with friend and rapper Fat Joe on the collection, as well as her husband Jeff Aronson. It sells for $15 per box DTC and through Sally's Beauty, CVS, Walmart, Amazon and more retailers.  To entice shoppers, each shade of hair dye is modeled by an influential figure like model Tyson Beckford, football star Trace Kelsie, DJ Khaled and celebrity face Brody Jenner, among many others.  On this week's episode of the Glossy Beauty Podcast, Aronson provides Glossy listeners an inside view of her move into mass hair care with Cloud and insights into navigating the men's marketplace with Rewind it 10. She also gives listeners a teaser on her entry into women's hair color and her hopes for Cloud Haircare.

In today's Glossy's, Meghan Markle is facing backlash after eagle-eyed followers accused her of staging activities with her kids for social media—specifically, her waffle-making skills are not adding up! Meanwhile, Nick Cannon debates getting a vasectomy but insists he's not done yet, and Gwyneth Paltrow gets candid about intimate scenes with Timothée Chalamet in their upcoming film.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our girl has done it! Ricki-Lee convinced Tim to start watching Drive To Survive and he LOVES it. Although it doesn't take long for them to start fighting over the team he chose to support. Joel shares that he's a proud Mummy's Boy and reveals just how expensive it is to join Andy Murray's Mother's Day Yoga Celebration! Tim Factwell returns and we circle back to why we can't do 'I was Today Years Old' anymore. Instead, we learn just how big Australia is, how to tell who your real friends are and that we can't move our body this way. Then, we unpack the Glossy's and find out why Lewis Hamilton, Timothée Chalamet, Khloe Kardashian, and Benson Boone are making headlines around the world. That, and we make a list of everything that's BETTER than sex - that's right, better! Plus, F1 commentator David Crofts joins us for Quick Draw and Ricki-Lee is fan-girling.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ricki-Lee is back and she kicks off the podcast with her hatred for Jeans! Turns out, she's not alone with fellow Hollywood actor Kevin Hart hart revealing why he's swapped them out for his slacks! Joel reveals that the bush may be making a comeback after a woman in the UK undertook 'pube plants' to get hers back! We also unpack last night's episode of Australian Idol and find out who made it to the Top 10. Then, we dive into the Glossy's and discover the first victim of Paris Fashion Week, a plot-twist for Wendy Williams and decide whether this pop star's son could be the next big artist! Plus, The Wednesday Wheel is back and we play the 'Sweet Treats' Edition of POVO.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's just the boys today and Joel loves it - here's what we got up to: First up, we had to mention our girl, our pop star, Ricki-Lee! Ricki was featured in an article describing how she met her husband, Rich and Tim and Joel didn't actually know this story! So, they asked and answered some listener questions about Ricki in her absence. Joel also revealed the brand new and very boujee item he wants to purchase from Lamborghini and Tim shares how Ne-Yo juggles his four, yes four, girlfriends after he introduced them to the world on social media. In the Glossy's, we discuss what Thomas Markle Sr. thinks of Meghan Markle's new Netflix series, Millie Bobby-Brown's accent changes, Nicole Kidman's potential next gig and a whole lot of PDA from Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet. We also learnt about the horrors of being intoxicated and played a special edition of Joel Jivin' with Hughesy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For New Yorkers, C.O. Bigelow is an institution.  “There's something about the [Bigelow] apothecary that emotionally appeals to people,” Ian Ginsberg, president, pharmacist and third generation owner of C.O. Bigelow, told Glossy. “Everybody, no matter how young or old you are, has some memory about going to the apothecary and the pharmacist telling you what to do. That's where I started [when I joined the family business four decades ago]. I started focusing on what happens when you walk in the door.” Opened in 1838, C.O. Bigelow is a mainstay in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of New York City and touted as the city's oldest apothecary. To wit: The original Kiehl's apothecary opened 14 years later in 1851.  C.O. Bigelow is known as a go-to for well-heeled New Yorkers, NYU students, tourists and neighborhood locals. Its lore includes customers like Sarah Jessica Parker and the late Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, who purchased her iconic headbands in the shop, according to C.O. Bigelow.  “It's not always about what you buy, it's about how you feel when you're there,” said Ginsberg. “I always say we have to be in the want business, not the need business. The minute we're in the need business, we're dead.”  His family has built more than a pharmacy and retail. The company also has an eponymous beauty brand made in partnership with Bath & Body Works, formerly Limited Brands. The products range from makeup to body care and currently sell in the Greenwich store as well as through Bath & Body Works, Bloomingdale's and Revolve, among other retailers.  The company also sells its wares direct to consumers. They include the namesake beauty line and the diverse curation found in store. Its stores offers luxury brands like Westman Atelier and Augustinus Bader, prestige offerings from RMS Beauty and Caudalie, and masstige products like Avene and Bioderma.  “You can't just put stuff on shelves anymore,” Ginsberg said. “Anybody can find unique things and put them on shelves, but it's about making people feel good -- that's more important now than ever before. People talk about experiential retail, but our experimental retail is just person-to-person communication, helping people, explaining things to them and answering questions and showing them how to use things in whatever category it is. That's the secret sauce.” The company also owns a distribution company called Bigelow Trading that imports and distributes small brands into the U.S., for its own retail and others. Marvis toothpaste is among those brands. In addition, Bigelow Trading has a thriving hotel amenities business that works across hospitality brands like Aman, Nobu Hotel and Soho Grand Hotel, among others.  But perhaps the most surprising thing about C.O. Bigelow is the role of the pharmacy in the overall business.  “People sometimes say to me, ‘You have this great beauty business because you have this strong pharmacy business,” Ginsberg said. “But they have it all wrong. [The pharmacy business is supported by the beauty business].”  As previously reported by Glossy, 2024 was a bad year for American drugstores, and 2025 could end up even worse. Just last year, CVS closed 586 locations, Rite Aid closed 408 stores, and Walgreens closed 259 locations, which has created “drugstore deserts” across the U.S. As a pharmacist and third-generation pharmacy owner, Ginsberg also shared his perspective on a buzzy topic in the industry: pharmacy benefit managers, which act as middlemen between drug companies and consumers. PBMs are currently under investigation by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission for alleged pricing abuse, according to reporting by Reuters in January,  Paired with razor-sharp drug margins, pharmacist staffing shortages and more issues native to pharmacies, the industry is struggling. Ginsberg joined the Glossy Beauty Podcast to discuss the company's secret sauce behind its thriving brick-and-mortar business and the role beauty retails plays in it. 

Joel’s still banging on about how Sydney has the best coffee in the world — and now there’s proof! Toby’s Estate in Chippendale just topped the list at the "World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops Gala" in Madrid. Sip that! Then, we dive into Meghan Markle’s cringe-worthy appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show — someone get the Netflix PR team on the line, stat. From the coffee buzz to canine longevity, we chat about the new drug LOY-001 that could help big dog breeds live as long as the little ones. More time with our fur babies? Yes, please! The Glossy’s are packed today: Jennifer Hudson’s unexpected NBA moment (ball to the face!), Justin Timberlake’s arrest drama (and the cop who didn’t know JT's tour was a thing), and Jane Fonda’s WILD bear encounter — she literally roared at a bear to save her grandson. Iconic. Plus, Lady Gaga is set to host SNL this weekend with the release of her new album Mayhem. We're ready for the drama and the bangers. We wrap it up with a cheeky NBA Kiss Cam fail (spoiler alert: rejection hurts) and a throwback to Air Canada’s 1972 dance floors at 30,000 feet. Yes, a mid-air disco. Get your flat white ready — preferably from Sydney — and let’s go!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For MCoBeauty CMO Meridith Rojas, the ability to democratize the beauty industry lies in the power of dupes.  “We're in this moment, in this cultural zeitgeist, where people don't want to have to spend $1,000 on a face of beauty and don't want to be left out of the trends,” said Rojas. “We really want to create luxury for everyone. And of course, we have amazing dupes, but we also have some homegrown innovation. The combination has been really magnetic, and our community is growing in the U.S. so fast. We have a very exciting year ahead of us.”  Dupes, the colloquial term for a lower-priced product inspired by a luxury category leader, makes up about half of MCo's offering. Unlike counterfeits or copies, which are often associated with unsafe formulas and flagrant IP violations, dupes are in their own category and are incredibly popular globally.  MCoBeauty sells recognizable dupes for popular products from brands like Charlotte Tilbury, Drunk Elephant, Sol de Janeiro and Laneige for around a third of the price. For example, MCo Beauty's best-selling Flawless Glow Foundation retails for $14.99, and its Miracle Flawless Pressed Powder goes for $9.99. Similar products from Charlotte Tilbury retail for $49 and $28, respectively. It also offers non-dupes, like its best-selling XtendLash tubing mascara, which sells for $13.99. MCoBeauty was launched in Australia in 2016 by founder Shelley Sullivan, a former modeling agency owner. It is currently the top-selling color cosmetics brand in Australia and New Zealand, according to Greg Barker, MCoBeauty's evp of North America. As previously reported by Glossy in December, MCoBeauty launched its U.S. expansion at the end of 2024 with entry into 1,700 Kroger stores, which include regional grocery stores like Smiths, Fred Meyer, King Soopers, Frys, Ralphs and more. The expansion also includes DTC sales via MCoBeauty's site and Amazon. This week, MCo Beauty also launched into 1,300 Target doors and on Target.com.  Rojas joined The Glossy Beauty Podcast to discuss MCoBeauty's U.S. expansion and the marketing strategy supporting it. She shared anecdotes about the company's OOH and digital marketing successes, including advice on building a digital community, connecting with influencers early in their careers, getting the best community UGC and hiring digitally-minded celebrities to lead social-first campaigns.

After an Addison Rae story, we ask callers what they would do if they switched genders for the day. Imagine Dragons is apparently a mystery anagram so Blackers tries to decode it. In the Glossy’s, Gaga hints at another collaboration with Beyoncé. Being 35 now makes you middle-aged according to experts. And, David Campbell joins us for Quick Draw.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I sit down with my friend and mentor Lori Harder, the podcast host of 'Earn Your Happy' and the founder and CEO of Gloci. Lori shares her incredible journey from an in-debt high school dropout to a multimillionaire serial entrepreneur. We dive deep into her experiences, from her initial venture in fitness and network marketing to the challenging yet rewarding pivot from her first iteration of Gloci, originally called Light Pink.   Lori opens up about the emotional and strategic challenges of pivoting a business, the importance of persistence, and how to handle the fear of making or facing tough decisions. This episode is a must-listen if you've ever been afraid to pivot in your business or felt the weight of entrepreneurial challenges. Don't miss Lori's invaluable insights and her advice on maintaining confidence and navigating through the messy middle of business.   What You'll hear in this episode: [1:20] Meet Lori Harder [3:30] Lori's Entrepreneurial Journey and Personal Development [5:55] The Importance of Mindset in Business [7:55] Lori's Venture into Consumer Products [14:35] The Birth of Glossy and Overcoming Challenges [26:50] Facing Hard Truths in Business [27:25] The Emotional Weight of Investor Money [28:55] Pivoting to a New Business Model [29:45] Communicating the Pivot to Investors [30:50] Learning from Business Mentors [34:00] The Importance of Asking for Help [36:10] Embracing Hard Conversations [47:15] The Role of Financial Clarity [48:15] Mastermind Programs and Mentorship   If you like this episode, check out: How Katie Savarise Built a Culture, Not Just a Brand Hiring the Right Pro (Interview on She Leads First Podcast) One Why and How to Embrace More Failure in Business with Lynn Smith   Want to learn more so you can earn more?    Visit keepwhatyouearn.com to dive deeper on our episodes  Visit keepwhatyouearncfo.com to work with Shannon and her team  Watch this episode and more here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMlIuZsrllp1Uc_MlhriLvQ  Connect with Shannon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/shannonkweinstein/    The information contained in this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and is not individual tax advice. Please consult a qualified professional before implementing anything you learn.

For over five decades, Norma Kamali has been at the forefront of innovation in fashion, from pioneering digital retail in the 1990s to integrating AI into the design process today. Kamali's latest collection, which debuted at New York Fashion Week this month, marks a return to her signature aesthetic, characterized by sleek designs, unique layering and modern interpretations of 20th-century silhouettes. The collection also drew inspiration from Bob Dylan's style. Kamali's fascination with Dylan, sparked by a Martin Scorsese documentary, influenced the styling, which incorporated black and brown fedoras with feathers, reminiscent of Dylan's iconic look. But in past seasons, Kamali has taken a more tech-forward approach, including by leveraging AI: In October 2023, she partnered with Maison Meta to develop a proprietary AI model trained on her archives. And in February 2024, she showcased AI-generated designs in an installation dubbed "Fashion Hallucinations." According to Kamali, AI is set to shape the industry's approach to archiving and to facilitate creative longevity. Following New York Fashion Week, Kamali joined Glossy international fashion reporter Zofia Zwieglinska on the Glossy Podcast to discuss her latest collection, the role of technology in fashion and the future of her brand, which includes new category expansions.

RIP Joel—he’s been up for as long as the rest of us, but he’s hanging on by a thread. Meanwhile, Tasmania has officially ripped its reputation to shreds, because it’s now Australia’s sexiest state (???). Over on Idol, Ricki-Lee took the judge’s seat and said absolutely f*** all, and the Glossy’s had everything—Hollywood feuds, awkward interviews, and a very cooked F1 moment. Plus, the Wednesday Wheel served up ‘Rip Real or Fake,’ and let’s just say… the scoring system is DEAD.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Longtime beauty executive Lori Singer has been instrumental in some of the biggest fragrance license deals of the past 20 years. Singer spent more than a decade at Coty, where she worked on bestselling fragrances by Calvin Klein, Vera Wang, Balenciaga and Nautica. She also tripled global net revenues for Marc Jacobs with its iconic Daisy franchise launched in 2007. Singer got her start at Revlon, and her CV also includes Calvin Klein Cosmetics, Unilever and Benetton Group.  “I've spent my entire career in beauty. I'm sort of a beauty lifer,” she told Glossy. “I fell in love on day one at Revlon, my first job, and I really have never looked back.”  Singer joined Parlux in 2019 to grow its license business and immediately set her sights on Billie Eilish.  “Other than music, fragrance and scent are everything to her. So, upon meeting her and hearing about her deep knowledge [of fragrance, we knew it was a fit for Parlux],” Singer told Glossy. “She knows ingredients and she knows about olfactory territory. She has had a natural nose for scents." By 2021, her first scent, Eilish, was released, which she followed up with Eilish No. 2 the next year and Eilish No. 3 in 2023.  Fast forward to last week, and Parlux released Eilish's fourth fragrance, called Your Turn. The new scent is priced at $90 for 100 milliliters and available DTC — it will launch in Ulta Beauty doors later this spring. Your Turn is gender-neutral and described as “warm, woody and fresh” with notes of peach, ginger and sandalwood.  Frank Voelkl, principal perfumer at fragrance house Firmenich, was the “nose.” One of the most famous perfumers working today, he has created Glossier's You franchise, Phlur's Mood Ring and Father Figure, and Le Labo's cult Santal 33, among others.  Parlux is a global licensee for celebrities, fashion houses and lifestyle brands. The company launched in 1984 and is privately held. Its licenses include Kenneth Cole, Vince Camuto, Jessica Simpson, Steve Madden and Jason Wu, among others. Most recently, Parlux entered into a partnership with basketball player LeBron James to create The Shop, a line of grooming products distributed through Walmart. Then, in late 2024, the company launched its first fragrance with influencer-turned-designer Danielle Bernstein, the creator behind WeWoreWhat, called WeWoreWhat 001.  Later this year, the company will celebrate another milestone: Paris Hilton's 30th fragrance over 20 years. Called Iconic, the scent will launch this spring.  Singer joined the Glossy Beauty Podcast to discuss the secret sauce behind Parlux's celeb fragrances, the evolving fragrance consumer and 2025 industry predictions.

On this NYFW edition of the Glossy Podcast, senior fashion reporter Danny Parisi speaks with Pamella Roland, the founder of her namesake brand that's been a NYFW mainstay for over 20 years. Roland's first show was at NYFW in 2002, and since then, she's observed as the week has changed venues and vibes — from the days of everyone showing at Bryant Park to today, when designers are spread out around the city. She shares with Glossy what kind of work and preparation goes into making an effective fashion show happen and how brands can make the most of the week.

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Patricio Campillo is the designer behind the 8-year-old menswear brand Campillo, which blends his Mexican heritage with his take on contemporary menswear and sustainable practices. It also happened to be a semi-finalist in last year's LVMH Prize.  Ahead of his runway show at New York Fashion Week, Glossy sat down with Campillo to discuss what's behind his unique fashion focus and to what extent celebrity fans of his brand, including Nick Jonas and Leon Bridges, have contributed to its success.

Several fashion month favorites honed their craft at FIT, including Michael Kors himself, Calvin Klein himself and Schiaparelli creative director Daniel Roseberry.  So, for this week's New York Fashion Week episode of the Glossy Podcast, Glossy sat down with Dr. Joyce Brown, who will wrap up a 26-year run as the president of the Fashion Institute of Technology this year. Dr. Brown shares the evolving ways the school has set its designers up for industry success. She also weighs in on the role of a fashion show in today's fashion landscape. Throughout New York Fashion Week, from February 6-11, check back for more daily podcast episodes featuring influential fashion insiders, from brand CEOs to designers.

This episode is an absolute mess—in the best way possible. We kick things off with Finneas throwing shade (sort of?) at Brisbane, while Sydney locals are up in arms over a "too modern" public toilet. Then, in a truly grim twist, a British tourist’s holiday goes horribly wrong thanks to a dodgy Chicken Carbonara. Ricki-Lee gives us the scoop on Australian Idol, while the Glossy’s are packed with Drake’s dad giving zero sh*ts about Kendrick Lamar, Kanye whispering sketchy things to Bianca, and Olivia Rodrigo and Sabrina Carpenter finally burying the hatchet. Then we hit a wild story about a male stripper exposing bridal party secrets (yikes), a hilariously awkward political door-knocker, and an entire plane suffering through one anonymous passenger’s gas. Oh, and we recap last week's fart tangent—because apparently, we just can’t help ourselves. Finally, Joel wraps it up with a Beeefin’ edition of Joel Jivin’. Let’s go!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite being around for nearly 100 years, pilates has never been so popular.  As previously reported by Glossy, search volume for “pilates” was at an all-time high in January 2004, with small yearly spikes each January since. It wasn't until 2022 that search numbers topped those 2004 numbers before hitting an all-time in January 2023 and then again in January of 2024.  However, searches have already topped 2024 numbers during the first week of the new year, according to Google Trends. The highest search numbers are coming from Australia, Singapore, New Zealand and the U.K. The U.S. ranks ninth for searches so far this year.  Pilates is a low-impact strength and mobility training practice designed by Joseph Pilates in 1920s Europe to rehab injured WWI veterans. He developed its tenets on a machine crafted from bed springs and wooden boards, which later inspired the "reformer," a machine with straps and springs that's been evolved many times over for pilates practices today. Pilates is also taught on a yoga mat using hand weights, stretchy bands and other props.  Partially fueled by celebrity devotees like Hailey Bieber and Kendall Jenner, and propelled by viral fashion trends like 2024's #PinkPilatesPrincess, the exercise modality shows no signs of slowing in 2025.  It's something that Australia-based Emma Stallworthy is betting on with 4-year-old pilates rental and digital class subscription company Your Reformer. The company is well-known in Australia and New Zealand markets and, as of September, has officially expanded to the U.S. with its signature $39-per-week in-home reformer bed rentals. They come with more than 800 high-quality training videos on a corresponding app. The company also sells its reformer beds to consumers as well as studios, gyms and hotels. Your Reformer is fully bootstrapped by Stallworthy and her husband and co-founder Ben. The duo started as gym owners in Melbourne. After renting out their gyms' reformer beds during the pandemic, thy sold their gyms and doubled down on this new business. Emma is also a pilates instructor. The company has nearly no competition for reformer rentals. Leaders in the space selling or financing equipment include Stott Pilates, Balanced Body and Merrithew. Your Reformer beds sell for around $2,500, while the reformer bed prices of the aforementioned manufacturers start at around $5,000. Outside of the rentals, the company's reformer sales and corresponding digital classes mak up a unique business model that is best compared to Peloton stationary bikes. Peloton gained massive popularity during the pandemic but later experienced financial distress that led to cuts and the replacement of its CEO in 2024, as reported by CFO Drive.  Stallworthy joined the Glossy Beauty Podcast to discuss the company's growth and expansion to the U.S. in September, the secret sauce behind growing its digital class subscriptions, its beauty and wellness partnerships, and the overall rise of autonomous pilates classes.

For this week's special episode, Glossy Beauty Podcast co-hosts Sara Spruch-Feiner and Lexy Lebsack brought on colleague Emily Jensen to discuss six topics — all 2024 trends they expect will continue to dominate in the year to come or emerging trends they believe will be big topics of conversation. These included the pending TikTok ban and how it will affect beauty brands, the shifts in influencer marketing including the question of "authenticity," the rise-and-rise of the fragrance category, the boom in sports and beauty partnerships, the impact of GLP-1 drugs on skin care, and the nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for health secretary and the potential impacts on the wellness industry. Listen in for a taste of what's to come in Glossy's beauty coverage this year.

Meghan Markle is back on the ‘Gram, and it’s a whole vibe! We’re talking barefoot on the beach, hubby Harry behind the camera, and a fresh start for 2025. Why now? What’s the deal with her leaving royal life behind and diving into her celeb era? We break down her big Insta rebrand, the fan reactions, and whether this is Meghan 2.0 or just a chill New Year’s move. The guys are back January 28th, but until then, Jermaine’s here to bring you the latest!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of the Glossy Podcast, senior fashion reporter Danny Parisi, editor-in-chief Jill Manoff and managing editor Tatiana Pile take a look ahead at 2025. We discuss some of the big stories we expect to dominate our coverage in 2025, including the impact of the new Trump administration, the potential bounceback of the luxury industry, the continued rise of resale and rental, and the ways brands may rethink their distribution channels. Later, we share some of our predictions for 2025. Thanks for listening to the Glossy Podcast throughout 2024!

For this special 2024 wrap party, Lauren is joined by Glossy author Marisa Meltzer to discuss Hermès, Alaïa, and Chanel… and every other brand they thought about and wrote about this year. But also: the online luxury blow-up (remember that Matches closed?), the return of mall brands, the Nike crisis, the Devil Wears Prada sequel, The Row's billion-dollar-plus valuation, Glossier's attempted comeback, LVMH succession wars, and of course, Chanel's appointment of Matthieu Blazy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Glossy reporters Lexy Lebsack, Sara Spruch-Feiner and Emma Sandler welcomed dozens of guests onto the Glossy Beauty Podcast in 2024. This included top executives at L'Oréal Group and Kendo Brands; longtime industry leaders from Retrouvé and Versed; and breakout indie brand founders from Flamingo Estate and Fazit. But it was the six interviews highlighted below that best capture the ways in which the beauty industry changed in 2024. In today's special end-of-year podcast episode, Lebsack and Spruch-Feiner walk through six can't-miss clips. In the clips ahead, Estée Lauder VP Chloe Green-Vamos discusses how the conglomerate is utilizing AI to better the business while longtime beauty exec Sarah Creal muses about reaching women over 40 with her new namesake line — two massive trends that swept the industry this year. This special 2024 episode also highlights an important change in retail's role in business, as heard in a clip from Black Girl Sunscreen founder Shontay Lundy's September episode. Speaking of sunscreen, Beauty of Joseon founder Sumin Lee joined the pod this month to discuss entering the U.S. market with the TikTok-famous brand. In another clip, Beachwaver's Sarah Potempa shares the secret behind her knockdown success live-selling business on TikTok. And finally, in Glossy's Tweens Talk Beauty episode, three Gen Alpha tween shoppers discuss the role beauty plays in their lives. The Glossy Beauty Podcast will be back next week with another special episode looking ahead at 2025 and will return on January 9 with our regular episodes.

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Murder is a crime that crosses the boundaries of wealth and poverty. In the mansion, dear old dad wants his children to be able to handle money. He tells how…

This year, the Glossy Podcast featured top executives from fashion's leading companies discussing the challenges they're navigating and the strategies they're investing in, among other topics. Throughout the conversations, several topics surfaced repeatedly. They included the changing role of department stores, the importance of opening stores and the perks of a strong brand heritage at a time when a brand story is everything. Navigating the right time to fundraise and catering to new consumer shopping behaviors, especially as a result of inflation, were also top topics.  This special Year in Review episode features highlights from the year's podcasts broken down by these topics. Have a listen to hear from industry insiders including Carolina Herrera creative director Wes Gordon, Tibi founder and creative director Amy Smilovic, and Etsy president and Chief Growth Officer Kruti Patel Goyal.

While the guys are on break, Jermaine's holding down the fort and giving you the latest Glossy's: Hugh Jackman is preparing to go back on stage rehearsing for an upcoming concert series. Jamie Foxx got glassed by the Jackass crew! They're making a Bluey movie! The guys are back live January 28th!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While the guys are off and back January 28th, Jermaine has flown in to hold down the forth and bring you the Glossy's: Madonna announces new music for 2025 working with an iconic music producer, while Billie Eilish deals with unruly fan behavior during her concert.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What started as a luxury swimwear brand nearly 10 years has transformed into a successful fashion label that introduced denim, resortwear and kidswear this year. Launched by Shea Marie, an influencer-turned-founder, and her co-founder Ryan Horne, Same has become one of the buzziest swimwear brands on the market, with A-list fans such as Beyoncé, Hailey Beiber and Kendall Jenner. "The growth has happened very fast. Our sales have been tripling, quadrupling each year," Marie said on the latest episode of the Glossy Podcast. To that point, both Marie and Horne said that they've been focused on growing their team. The brand plans to evolve its DTC strategy and open a retail store next year. Plus, more categories, including footwear and accessories, are on the horizon. In this week's episode of Glossy's Podcast, Marie and Horne discuss what's fueling Same's expansion nearly 10 years in and why an established audience is impactful when building a brand.

Holiday shopping is in full swing and that means there are endless retail topics to discuss. That's why this week on the Modern Retail Podcast, we brought on our colleagues at the Glossy Beauty Podcast to talk about the major retail narratives we're observing. Modern Retail's editor-in-chief Cale Guthrie Weissman joined Glossy's West Coast correspondant Lexy Lebsack and senior reporter Sara Spruch-Feiner and dove into the major shopping trends dominating this holiday season. They discussed holiday sales forecasts and what that means for brands. "People will be spending a little bit more than last year," said Lebsack. 'We're set to spend almost a trillion dollars in the last two months of the year." Other topics include the rise of chaos shopping alongside new plaforms like Temu and Amazon's Haul. "I think there's a lot of high-income people spending in a very chaotic way on Tiktok Shop, and potentially that might be what Amazon is going for [with Haul]," said Spruch-Feiner. They also talked about brands marketing their products for self-gifting. "I do think that there are a lot of brands that are doing specific marketing for self-gifting," said Weissman. "And I do think that it is fitting with where we are culturally right now in the United States."

Hey, it's Rick Jordan, and today on ALL IN, I'm joined by John Sampogna, a marketing genius and co-founder of Wondersauce. John's work with global brands like Samsung, Subway, and Brookfield has set the standard for innovative marketing strategies. In this episode, John and I dive deep into the world of brand storytelling, the pitfalls of relying too heavily on paid ads, and how building authentic connections with your audience creates lasting success. John also shares how Wondersauce evolved into a full-service agency, why embracing change is key for entrepreneurs, and how AI is transforming the future of marketing. If you're looking to elevate your brand, stand out in a crowded market, and truly go ALL IN, this episode is for you.#RickJordan #Podcast #marketingWe Meet: John Sampogna, Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of WondersauceConnect:Connect with Rick: https://linktr.ee/mrrickjordanConnect with John: www.wondersauce.com Universal Rate & Review: https://lovethepodcast.com/allinwithrickjordanSubscribe & Review to ALL IN with Rick Jordan on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RickJordanALLINAbout John: John Sampogna is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of Wondersauce, an agency specializing in brand storytelling, paid media, e-commerce, and digital experiences. With over 15 years of experience in digital marketing and advertising, Sampogna has created and led work for a wide range of clients from innovative startups to household names such as Samsung, Scott's, Brookfield, Golf.com, and Subway, amongst many others. Featured early in his career in Business Insider's “30 Most Creative People In Advertising Under 30”, Sampgona's insights have been featured in numerous media outlets, including Glossy, Adweek, CNBC, Medium, Yahoo, and Digiday. Today, he manages a team of over 100 creatives, strategists, producers, and technologists at Wondersauce, and is well-regarded industry-wide for his innovative approach toward digital marketing and brand storytelling.