Second Life
Hosted by Who What Wear co-founder Hillary Kerr, Second Life spotlights successful women who have made major career changes. Guests share lessons they've learned through fearlessly daring to pivot, and how they've used skills from their "first lives" to navigate their winding career journeys.
Episodes
The Who What Wear Podcast: New York Fashion Week S/S 27 Recap: Opulent Textiles, Unexpected Jewelry Styling, and Deconstructed Tailoring
This week, Who What Wear senior fashion editor Anna LaPlaca and Associate Director Kristen Nichols headed straight from their final shows to the studio to recap all things New York Fashion Week. They dive into it all, from their most anticipated shows to designers on the rise to the trends to look out for come spring. Plus, they reveal the best color to incorporate into your spring wardrobe.Watch
Annie Meyers-Shyer: Author and Creator of "This Oak House"
Annie Meyers-Shyer is the creator of the social media phenomenon and book This Oak House. However, before embarking on a renovation project that would turn her into an "accidental influencer," Meyers-Shyer started her career in the fashion industry. She first worked for InStyle magazine and then Harper's Bazaar. For a period, she transitioned into the tech space as the fashion director of MySpace,
The Who What Wear Podcast: Coach Creative Director Stuart Vevers on NYFW Prep, the Gen Z Coach Craze, and Designing Cult-Favorite Bags
This week, Hillary Kerr is joined by the prolific creative director of Coach: Stuart Vevers. Vevers has had a wide-ranging career, from his first job at Calvin Klein in the 1990s to his roles as creative director at both Mulberry and Loewe. He talks all things Coach, including the brand's legacy and its upcoming New York Fashion Week show—which is happening today! Plus, he shares how he approaches
Jess Rona: Founder of Jess Rona Grooming Salon and Shmoop
Jess Rona is a content creator, the founder of Jess Rona Grooming Salon, and the founder of the new dogcare brand Shmoop. Before she had her own dog-grooming empire, Rona dreamed of becoming an actress. At 18, while pursuing her acting dreams, she got a job as a dog bather at PetSmart in Los Angeles. While working this job, she slowly began to learn how to groom as well. She took a break from dog
The Who What Wear Podcast: Sterling Point Costume Designer Marissa Schwartz on Acing Gen Z Style and Where to Shop the Characters' Looks
Marissa Schwartz is the costume designer behind the hit new Amazon Prime Video series Sterling Point. The show has gained acclaim for its fresh perspective on the YA genre and its commitment to representing its Gen Z characters authentically in the dialogue, the acting, and, of course, the outfits. In this episode, Schwartz shares how she approached dressing each of the characters and which brands
Roxana Saidi: Founder and CEO of Táche
Roxana Saidi is the founder and CEO of Táche. However, before she founded her pistachio-milk brand, Saidi graduated with a degree in marketing and got her first job out of college in public relations in Los Angeles. She then founded a social media agency that eventually grew into a creative and brand strategy agency called Rx Social. She later moved to New York and transitioned into consulting, bu
The Who What Wear Podcast: Is the Era of Overproduced Weddings Finally Over? Wedding Expert Sunna Yassin Shares Where Wedding Trends Are Headed in 2027
This week, Who What Wear Editor in Chief Kat Collings chats with Sunna Yassin, an expert on all things weddings and cofounder of Bash Please. Yassin was one of the creative minds behind Alex Cooper's stunning destination wedding in 2024, and today, she is talking about where wedding trends are headed in 2027. Perhaps the most notable shift? Couples are moving away from overproducing their weddings
Isabella Hughes: Cofounder and Chief Revenue Officer of Better Sour
Isabella Hughes is the cofounder and chief revenue officer of the sour-gummy brand Better Sour. However, before founding her candy company, Hughes, who was born and raised in Hawaii, began her career in the arts, curating and coordinating exhibitions for a variety of organizations in the United States and UAE. She always had an interest in entrepreneurship, so in 2014, she started her first compan
The Who What Wear Podcast: Founder of Diotima and Creative Director of Proenza Schouler Rachel Scott Talks Carrying On the Legacy of a Brand
This week, Who What Wear Editor in Chief Kat Collings sits down in studio with founder of Diotima and Creative Director of Proenza Schouler Rachel Scott. They discuss landing her role at Proenza Schouler and how she carries on the brand’s legacy, from inspiration all the way to the runway. Plus, Scott shares what we can expect for Proenza Schouler’s showing at New York Fashion Week next month.&nbs
Dr. Jill Biden: Educator and Former First Lady
Dr. Jill Biden is an educator, author, and former first and second lady of the United States. Dr. Biden began her career as a high school English teacher, and although her husband, then-Senator Joe Biden, had grand political aspirations, she continued to teach and further her own education. She earned two master's degrees as well as a doctorate and has worked as a reading specialist, in a psychiat
The Who What Wear Podcast: Rudy Mance, Costume Designer for FX's Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette, on Re-Creating CBK's Timeless Wardrobe
This week, Hillary Kerr sits down with Rudy Mance, the costume designer for FX's Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette. Mance's résumé includes shows such as Pose and American Horror Story, but today, he's diving into how he accomplished the high-pressure task of replicating and reimagining CBK's iconic wardrobe. On this episode, they discuss it all, from re-creating her timeless
Second Listen: Andrea Beaty: Award-Winning Children's Author
This week, we are giving a second listen to our very special episode with Andrea Beaty. Beaty is an award-winning children's author. Before she became known for her curious and clever characters in Rosie Revere, Engineer and Ada Twist, Scientist, she was on track for a career in STEM. In college, Beaty studied biology and computer science and then went on to work at a software company. It wasn't u
The Who What Wear Podcast: Celebrity Hairstylist Adir Abergel Talks Crafting Charlize Theron's Stunning "The Odyssey" Press Tour Hair
This week, Hillary Kerr chats with celebrity hairstylist and Creative Director of haircare brand Virtue Labs Adir Abergel. Abergel works with the likes of Kristen Stewart and Nicole Kidman, but today, he's here to talk about Charlize Theron's The Odyssey press tour looks. From styling her gravity-defying bob to the exact products he uses on his clients' hair to achieve such flawless results, they
Second Listen: Renee Montgomery: Vice President and Part Owner of the Atlanta Dream
This week, we are giving a second listen to our very special episode with Renee Montgomery. Montgomery is the vice president and part owner of the WNBA team the Atlanta Dream. Before owning the team, Montgomery was a WNBA player on teams including the Dream, Minnesota Lynx, and Connecticut Sun. Before that, she played division one college basketball at the University of Connecticut. After 11 years
The Who What Wear Podcast: Celebrity Stylist Micaela Erlanger Talks Dressing Lupita Nyong'o for Her Ethereal "The Odyssey" Press Tour
This week, Hillary Kerr chats with celebrity stylist Micaela Erlanger about crafting Lupita Nyong'o's looks for The Odyssey press tour. Erlanger shares how she drew inspiration from Greek mythology and Nyong'o's two characters in the film (Helen of Troy and Clytemnestra) to determine the perfect silhouettes and color palette for her looks. Plus, she chats all about her Emmy nomination for The Kell
Second Listen: Claudia Sulewski: Founder of Cyklar
This week, we are giving a second listen to our very special episode with Claudia Sulewski. Sulewski is the founder of Cyklar, a bodycare brand that bridges the gap between luxurious self-care and efficacious formulas. Before becoming a beauty founder, Sulewski was one of the original beauty YouTubers. She started her YouTube channel when she was just 13 years old, under the name BeyondBeautyStar,
The Who What Wear Podcast: Celebrity Stylist Molly Dickson on Dressing the New Elle Woods
This week on The Who What Wear Podcast, Hillary Kerr chats with celebrity stylist Molly Dickson, whose client roster includes the likes of Lana Del Rey, Sydney Sweeney, Sadie Sink, and, most recently, Lexi Minetree on her Elle press tour. Today, Dickson’s giving us the rundown on everything that went into dressing the new Elle Woods—from paying homage to Legally Blonde on the red carpet to pulling
Cassandra Morales Thurswell: Founder and CEO of Kitsch
Cassandra Morales Thurswell is the founder and CEO of Kitsch. However, before starting her haircare and accessories brand, she founded several entrepreneurial endeavors: She opened a restaurant and boutique with her mother, launched a jewelry business, worked at a clothing store, and managed a cupcake shop. She then transitioned to running a series of small businesses, including a spray-tanning co
The Who What Wear Podcast: Everything You Need From the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale With Fashion Director Linda Cui Zhang
This week on the Who What Wear Podcast, Who What Wear Shopping Director Bobby Schuessler sits down with Nordstrom Fashion Director Linda Cui Zhang to talk about Nordstrom's 125th Anniversary Sale. Cui Zhang and Schuessler give the full rundown on everything from the trends in the 9 to Know section to the 50 new brands debuting in the sale. Plus, Cui Zhang is sharing the one item she would recommen
Lauren Wang: CEO and Founder of The Flex Company
Lauren Wang is the CEO and founder of period-product brand The Flex Company. Before even graduating college, Wang held several positions. At just age 15, she freelanced as an HTML website builder. Then during college, she took classes at night while working for IBM and Coca-Cola on their respective marketing teams. A couple years after graduating college, she moved to San Francisco to work in tech
The Who What Wear Podcast: "Elle" Costume Designer Sara Byblow on Storytelling Through Shades of Pink and the Legacy of Elle Woods's Style
This week, Who What Wear Editor in Chief Kat Collings sits down with Sara Byblow, the costume designer of the new Legally Blonde prequel Elle. They discuss keeping the legacy of Elle Woods's iconic style alive, sourcing more than 70 looks for young Elle's wardrobe, and the meaning behind different shades of pink in the show. Plus, Byblow shares which wardrobe staples carried over from Legally Blon
Beatriz de los Mozos: Founder and CEO of Flabelus
Beatriz de los Mozos is the founder and CEO of the shoe brand Flabelus. Before founding her own brand, de los Mozos earned a law degree and a master's degree in comparative politics. She began her professional career in law in London and then transitioned to a legal startup, where she took on the role of sales manager and senior legal expert. However, after her doctor told her that she could no lo
The Who What Wear Podcast: The 2026 Who What Wear 100 Beauty Awards
For the third year in a row, the Who What Wear beauty editors have tested nearly 1000 products and tools and whittled them down to a list of their top 100 items to shop. The team tested for efficacy, innovation, and lovability across seven categories: makeup, tools, fragrance, hair, skincare, nails, and body. Beauty Director Erin Jahns is back on the pod to share her team’s findings, including fou
Leigh Batnick Plessner: Chief Creative Officer of Catbird
Leigh Batnick Plessner is the chief creative officer of Catbird. Before landing at Catbird, Plessner graduated from Georgetown University with a degree in English literature and anthropology, and she worked at various DC coffee shops and as a cocktail waitress before landing a job in the children's room at renowned DC bookstore Politics and Prose. At the bookstore, she was eventually promoted to s
The Who What Wear Podcast: Special Episode! Stylists Wayman Bannerman and Micah McDonald Put Their Partnership to the Test and Share Met Gala BTS
Wayman + Micah are one of the most sought-after styling duos in the business, and their clients include Colman Domingo, Chase Infiniti, and Regina King, to name a few. In today's very special episode, the iconic duo sits down with Hillary to play a series of games related to their partnership and creative vision, from breaking down the behind the scenes from your favorite red carpet looks to disse
Irene Chen: Cofounder of Parker Thatch
Irene Chen is the cofounder of the functional luxury brand Parker Thatch. Before founding her own brand, Chen graduated from UCLA with a degree in political science and began her career in financial consulting. After a couple years in this field, she decided to pivot to fashion, an industry she'd always been drawn to. She first worked for Calvin Klein in its licensing department before transitioni
The Who What Wear Podcast: Tibi Founder Amy Smilovic on Why Creatives Should Make "Almost Reckless" Decisions in Fashion, Business, and Life
This week, Amy Smilovic, founder and creative director of Tibi, returns to speak with Who What Wear Editor in Chief Kat Collings about her new book, Almost Reckless. The last time Smilovic joined the pod in 2024, she gave us a guide to her design philosophy: creative pragmatism. This time, she's here to share the "almost reckless" framework that helped her uncover creative pragmatism and how you c
Rose Previte: Restaurateur and Entrepreneur
Rose Previte is the restaurateur and entrepreneur behind acclaimed DC restaurants and bars such as Maydan, Medina, and Sook as well as a new food concept in Los Angeles. However, Previte started her career in local government after graduating with a master's degree in public policy. Her first life was interrupted when her husband became NPR's Moscow correspondent, and they moved across the world,
The Who What Wear Podcast: The Summer 2026 Shopping Guide
This week, Who What Wear Editor in Chief Kat Collings sits down in studio with Executive Editorial and Style Director Lauren Eggertsen and shopping editor Chichi Offor to give you the rundown of the best pieces, trends, and brands to shop in summer 2026. They discuss staples that never go out of style and how trends from last summer have evolved (is taffeta the new linen?) and name-drop the exact
Lauren Harwell Godfrey: Founder of Harwell Godfrey
Lauren Harwell Godfrey is a jewelry designer and the founder of the brand Harwell Godfrey. But before she started her own jewelry brand, she began her career in advertising. Her advertising career spanned 15 years, working with clients like Adidas, Levi’s, and Ray-Ban. However, she didn’t feel artistically fulfilled and decided to enroll in culinary school. After graduating, she worked in Bay Area
The Who What Wear Podcast: The Summer 2026 Swim Report With Natasha Oakley and Lauren Chan
This week, Who What Wear Executive Editorial and Style Director Lauren Eggersten sits down with three swimwear experts to talk about everything 2026 swimwear style. Our guests include Natasha Oakley, a model and the CEO and cofounder of Monday Swim, Lauren Chan, a Sports Illustrated swimsuit model, entrepreneur, and former Glamour editor, and Sierra Mayhew, one of our fashion editors and t
Brooke Averick: Content Creator, Podcast Host, and Author
Brooke Averick is a content creator, cohost of Brooke and Connor Make a Podcast, and the author of the new novel Phoebe Berman Is Going to Lose It. But before she was a content multi-hyphenate, she began her career as a preschool teacher at a Quaker school. Then, in 2020, she downloaded TikTok and began sharing videos of herself reading from her childhood journals. The videos went mega-viral, and
The Who What Wear Podcast: It-Girl Stylist Dani Michelle on the Impact of a Simple Look, Sourcing Archival Vintage, and Summer Accessories
Celebrity stylist Dani Michelle is known for creating looks that set trends and often ripple through the entire fashion industry. She works with some of the most influential tastemakers in the business, such as Hailey Bieber, Kendall Jenner, and Daisy Edgar-Jones. This week, she joins Hillary Kerr in the studio to discuss how some of her simplest looks have become so impactful, why she loves to us
Jen Hamilton: Nurse, Content Creator, and Author
Jen Hamilton is a labor and delivery nurse known on the internet for her informative (and often hilarious) videos about healthcare. But before entering the world of content creation, Hamilton was an emergency room nurse. After working her way up to assistant director in that department, she realized she needed a change from the chaotic nature of the ER and pivoted into labor and delivery. During t
The Who What Wear Podcast: The Legendary Anna Sui: From ’90s Fashion Darling to Gen Z Cult Favorite
Fashion designer Anna Sui debuted her work at a supermodel-packed fashion show in 1991, and her brand remains just as inspired and relevant 35 years (and over 90 collections) later. This week, Who What Wear Editor in Chief Kat Collings sits down with Sui in the studio to discuss the origins of her brand, how she’s maintained her distinctive point of view since the beginning, and why the brand has
Isabel Klee: Author and Content Creator
Isabel Klee is the author of Dogs, Boys, and Other Things I’ve Cried About, which recently hit number one on the New York Times best-seller list. However, before writing her debut book, Klee graduated from college with a degree in English language and literature, and shortly after, began working as an assistant to a dog photographer. During this time, she also began creating content related to her
The Who What Wear Podcast: Stylist James Yardley on Dressing Heated Rivalry Star Connor Storrie, and Their First Met Gala
This week, Hillary Kerr sits down in the studio with celebrity stylist James Yardley. He's been a stylist for many years, working with clients such as Hannah Waddingham, Selma Blair, and more recently, Connor Storrie, the star of Heated Rivalry. They discuss all things styling Storrie on his rise to superstardom, working with major brands, and everything that went into prepping for their first Met
Heather Woolery-Lloyd, MD: Chief Medical Advisor at Nutrafol
Heather Woolery-Lloyd, MD, is the chief medical advisor at the number one dermatologist-recommended hair growth supplement brand Nutrafol, but before taking on this role, Woolery Lloyd has served as a pioneer in the world of dermatology. After graduating from medical school at the University of Miami, she cultivated her expertise in research and education in dermatology with a focus on underserve
The Who What Wear Podcast: The Met Gala 2026 Recap: Unpacking the Theme, the Art References, and the Best Beauty Moments
On Monday, moments after the 2026 Met Gala red carpet wrapped up, Hillary Kerr and Who What Wear Editor in Chief Kat Collings sat down in the studio to dissect the most interesting interpretations of the night. The exhibition theme was Costume Art, and the Met Gala's dress code was Fashion Is Art. Hillary and Kat break down the smartest references, the greatest glam details, and the designers who
Rachel Hochhauser: Author and Cofounder of Piecework
Rachel Hochhauser is the author of the buzzy new novel Lady Tremaine, but before achieving her dream of becoming a professional writer, she held many different titles. After studying creative writing and history in college, Hochhauser began working at an ad agency as a strategic advisor. She went on to cofound her own agency called Major Studio in 2016, and while serving as partner and brand direc
The Who What Wear Podcast: Celebrity Stylist Erin Walsh on "The Devil Wears Prada 2" Press Tour, and Her New Book, "The Art of Intentional Dressing"
Erin Walsh is one of the most sought-after stylists in Hollywood, working with powerhouse clients such as Anne Hathaway and Selena Gomez. Today, she joins Hillary Kerr to share insight into styling Anne Hathaway for the Devil Wears Prada 2 press tour (at the same time as the Mother Mary press tour, no less) and working with Selena Gomez to create her Old Hollywood red carpet glam. Plus, she discus
Susie Wolff: Managing Director of F1 Academy
Susie Wolff is the managing director of F1 Academy, but before she took on the role, she was a professional racer. Wolff began kart racing at just eight years old and became a professional racer in 2001. She briefly raced for British Formula 3 before moving on to the Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters for seven years. She eventually made it to F1 when she joined Williams Racing as a development driver i
The Who What Wear Podcast: Behind the Fashion of The Devil Wears Prada 2 With Costume Designer Molly Rogers
This week, Who What Wear senior fashion and social editor Tara Gonzalez sits down with costume designer Molly Rogers to discuss the upcoming film The Devil Wears Prada 2. Rogers’s résumé includes work on Sex and the City, And Just Like That…, Ugly Betty, and the original The Devil Wears Prada. So, of course, they chat about nostalgic looks from the first film (such as the Chanel boots and cerulean
Courtney Smith: Enneagram Coach and Author
Courtney Smith is an enneagram coach, author, and consultant who works with individuals as well as Fortune 500 companies. After receiving a degree in mathematical economics, she graduated from Yale Law School with her JD and intended to start her career in law. She then decided to change course to consulting, where she worked at McKinsey & Company before transitioning to Condé Nast, briefly workin
The Who What Wear Podcast: Fashion Analyst Mandy Lee, aka @oldloserinbrooklyn, Talks Met Gala Predictions, 2026 Trend Forecasts, and AI in the Fashion Industry
This week, Who What Wear Senior Fashion and Social Editor Tara Gonzalez sits down with fashion analyst Mandy Lee (aka @oldloserinbrooklyn) to discuss everything from Met Gala fashion forecasting to 2026 trend predictions. Lee also shares her thoughts on AI’s place in the industry (hint: nowhere) and the rise of utilitarianism. Plus, she shares which emerging brand she thinks we’ll all be buying by
Renee Montgomery: Vice President and Part Owner of the Atlanta Dream
Renee Montgomery is the vice president and part owner of the WNBA team the Atlanta Dream. Before owning the team, Montgomery was a WNBA player on teams including the Atlanta Dream, the Minnesota Lynx, and the Connecticut Sun. Before that, she played division one college basketball at the University of Connecticut. After 11 years as a professional WNBA player, Montgomery opted out of the 2020 seaso
The Who What Wear Podcast: Lauren Conrad on the Laguna Beach Reunion, Millennial Nostalgia, and Her Favorite 2000s Fashion Trends
In this episode, Who What Wear Editorial Director Lauren Eggertsen sits down with Laguna Beach star Lauren Conrad to talk all about the show’s 20-year reunion and her enduring influence on fashion. Conrad discusses her early fashion staples—from Rocket Dogs to C&C tank tops—and a fashion moment she still regrets from the show. Plus, she reveals an early 2000s trend she wears today.
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Jenna Goldring: Founder and CEO of The High Confectionary
Jenna Goldring is the founder and CEO of the low-dose edible brand The High Confectionary. Before she launched her brand, Goldring spent the beginning of her career in ad sales. As she worked her way up to the VP level, she learned about the advertising nuances for highly regulated brands, such as those in the cannabis category. Goldring realized the cannabis industry was excluding consumers like
The Who What Wear Podcast: Makeup Artist Pati Dubroff on Blush Placement, Gray Mascara, and Making Press-Tour Magic With Margot Robbie
Pati Dubroff is one of the most coveted makeup artists in the business with a portfolio full of iconic imagery—from Britney Spears's Circus album cover in 2008 to Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen's Got Milk? ad from 2004. More recently, we've been closely following her work with Margot Robbie on the Barbie and Wuthering Heights press tours. Today, Dubroff joins Hillary Kerr to share the products and tec
Priscilla Tsai: CEO and Founder of Cocokind
Priscilla Tsai is the CEO and founder of the skincare brand Cocokind. Before she started her company, Tsai worked on Wall Street as an equity research analyst. She had always wanted to be an entrepreneur, and after years of feeling isolated by the beauty industry due to her acne and sensitive skin, she decided to start her own skincare brand. In 2014, Tsai left her finance career to start Cocokind
The Who What Wear Podcast: Is Your Closet Making You Cancel Plans? Overcoming Fashion Frustration With Evereve Co-Founder Megan Tamte
This week, Hillary Kerr hosts Evereve co-founder Megan Tamte and Who What Wear's Executive Editorial and Style Director Lauren Eggertsen to delve into the results of Evereve’s national fashion survey. Evereve, a fast-growing womenswear retailer based in Minnesota, offers its own collection alongside 150+ brands across more than 100 stores nationwide and online. Tamte and the Evereve team conducted
Monica Dinsmore: Head of Esports at EA
Monica Dinsmore is the head of esports at EA, or Electronic Arts. Before working in gaming, Dinsmore worked in the tech industry during the dot-com boom of the late 1990s and then transitioned into finance for nearly 15 years. She then pivoted to the gaming industry with a move to Riot Games, working on League of Legends and eventually working her way up to head of publishing for esports Europe. A
The Who What Wear Podcast: 2026 Red Carpet Recap With Zanna Roberts Rassi: The Best Dressed, Behind-the-Scenes Details, and Standout Beauty Moments
In this episode, Who What Wear cofounder Hillary Kerr sits down with style correspondent and red carpet expert Zanna Roberts Rassi to talk all things 2026 award season. Rassi discusses the buzzy stylists of the season, dissects fashion Easter eggs you may have missed, and brings us behind the scenes of what it’s really like to be in person on the red carpet.
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Cofounder and Chief Creative Officer of Loeffler Randall
Jessie Randall is the cofounder and chief creative officer of the global lifestyle brand Loeffler Randall. Before she started her company, Randall began her career in advertising but, after a few years, made the leap into the fashion industry. Starting from scratch as an intern at Katayone Adeli, while also taking fashion classes, she then transitioned to Banana Republic, working as a junior desig
The Who What Wear Podcast: Spring 2026 Shopping Guide: Glamorous Dressing, Advanced Layering, and Oversized Sunglasses
This week, Who What Wear Shopping Director Bobby Schuessler is joined by Associate Shopping Editor Audry Hiaoui and stylist Brie Welch to give you the ultimate spring shopping guide. They break down the biggest trends they saw on the S/S 26 runways and give their styling recommendations for seasonal staples like trench coats, sunglasses, and low-profile sneakers. Plus, they discuss their favorite
Kahlana Barfield Brown: Founder of KBB by KAHLANA
Kahlana Barfield Brown is the founder of her namesake clothing brand, KBB by Kahlana. Before she became a designer, she was an icon in the editorial world. Her career started at InStyle, where she worked her way up from intern to the publication’s first-ever beauty and fashion editor at large. Her work steering the outlet’s coverage earned her widespread recognition, including the title of Editor
The Who What Wear Podcast: Celebrity Stylist Petra Flannery on Emma Stone’s '90s-Inspired Press and Award Show Looks for Bugonia
In this episode, Who What Wear co-founder Hillary Kerr sits down with celebrity stylist Petra Flannery. She's best known for her long-term partnerships with Oscar-winning clients like Emma Stone, who’s currently up for another Oscar, and Zoe Saldaña, who just wrapped up a global press tour for Avatar: Fire and Ash. Tune in to hear Flannery share her approach to color, her biggest styling disaster,
Jenn Lueke: Culinary Creator and Cookbook Author
Jenn Lueke, aka Jenn Eats Good, is a culinary creator, recipe developer, and newly anointed cookbook author. She started her now-famous Instagram account while she was in college studying business, finance, and entrepreneurship. During her undergrad, she interned in several related fields that gave her a three-dimensional view of how to bootstrap a business—from market research to angel investing.
The Who What Wear Podcast: Makeup Artist and Groomer Tasha Reiko Brown Talks Working With Michael B. Jordan, Her Two-Eye-Shadow Maximum, and Her Favorite Foundation
In this episode, Who What Wear cofounder and Chief Content Officer Hillary Kerr sits down with celebrity makeup artist and groomer Tasha Reiko Brown to talk all things red carpet glam. Brown discusses her work this award season with Oscar nominee Michael B. Jordan and longtime client Gabrielle Union. She tells us what goes into grooming men for the red carpet. Plus, Brown reveals the Chanel founda
Alison Roman Returns! The Acclaimed Cookbook Author Is Back
Alison Roman is a food writer, cookbook author, and overall culinary powerhouse. Roman's food career began when she dropped out of college to pursue her dream of working as a chef. She started out as a sous-chef for various restaurants before pivoting into food writing and recipe development. Roman joined us on the show in 2020 to tell us about her path to getting published at outlets like Bon App
The Who What Wear Podcast: New York Fashion Week F/W 26 Recap: High-Neck Styling, Velvet Bum Bags, and Pattern Clashing
In this episode, Who What Wear Associate Editorial Director Eliza Huber and Senior Fashion and Social Editor Tara Gonzalez debrief everything they saw during NYFW, from bunny slippers to baseball mitt bags. They discuss some of the standout shows, and the unexpected guests they spotted in the crowd. Plus, they dissect the trends they noticed across the board and give their advice on how to wor
Carla Rockmore: Fashion Influencer and Designer
Carla Rockmore is a fashion influencer and designer. She began her career in retail before transitioning into the design department, utilizing fundamental skills acquired during her fashion trade school education. Rockmore developed her creative vision across categories, designing everything from ladies’ dresses for high-end department stores to licensed children’s sleepwear for Disney. She pivote
The Who What Wear Podcast: Celebrity Stylist Karla Welch on the Game-Changing Power of Styling and Making Magic With Renate Reinsve and Tessa Thompson
The Who What Wear Podcast is now on YouTube!
For our first episode in this new era, we're welcoming acclaimed celebrity stylist and friend of the pod Karla Welch back to the show. In this episode, Who What Wear cofounder and Chief Content Officer Hillary Kerr sits down with Welch to get back to the basics of what it takes to be a celebrity stylist. They discuss the power of modern stylists, how
Priyanka Ganjoo: Founder of Kulfi Beauty
Priyanka Ganjoo is the founder and CEO of Kulfi Beauty, but her first job was in business consulting. She was drawn to the role because she loved working with people and solving problems, but she knew she hadn’t found her true calling yet. Her pivot into beauty came after she got her MBA. She started in corporate, managing global retail strategy for Estée Lauder, and later transitioned into the me
The Who What Wear Podcast: Jewelry Designer Jennifer Fisher on 20 Years of Her Brand, Current Best Sellers, and Expanding Her Empire
In this episode, Who What Wear Shopping Director Bobby Schuessler sits down with jewelry designer Jennifer Fisher to look back on her career 20 years after she started her namesake brand. Over the last two decades, Fisher was named a finalist for the 2012 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund, was crowned the "queen of hoops" by The New York Times, and has counted celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez and Hailey B
Andrea Beaty: Award-Winning Children’s Author
Andrea Beaty is an award-winning children’s author. Before she became known for her curious and clever characters in Rosie Revere, Engineer, and Ada Twist, Scientist, she was on track for a career in STEM. In college, Beaty studied biology and computer science, and then went on to work at a software company. Her start in writing came when she volunteered to write a tech support newsletter for a cu
The Who What Wear Podcast: Denim Expert Jane Herman on the 5 Jean Styles to Keep in Your Closet Year-Round, and Her Favorite Silhouette for 2026
Jane Herman, the founder of denim line The Only Jane, author of the popular Substack Jane on Jeans, and newly appointed WWW editor in residence, is a denim expert. In this episode, Who What Wear co-founder and Chief Content Officer Hillary Kerr sits down with Herman for a 2026 denim digest, where they discuss the five types of jeans you need for a complete wardrobe. Plus, she gives recommendations
Leslie Tessler: Founder and CEO of Hanni
Leslie Tessler is the founder of Hanni, a bodycare brand that specializes in innovative, easy-to-use, ultra-hydrating products. Her first job was in fashion at Ralph Lauren before she pivoted into beauty as a marketing manager for L’Oréal Paris. She went on to continue her work at the executive level in the space with Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare. But after 10 years of working in such demanding roles
The Who What Wear Podcast: Celebrity Aesthetic Provider Vanessa Lee Shares the Skin and Bodycare Treatments Worth Trying in 2026
Vanessa Lee is a highly sought after celebrity aesthetic provider who focuses on minimally invasive procedures that accentuate her clients’ natural beauty. A registered nurse with 17 years of experience, Lee is also the founder of The Things We Do, a beauty concept bar offering premium, safe, and effective services from bio-stimulators to microneedling to PRFM (Platelet-Rich Fibrin Matrix). Lee jo
Senada Greca: Trainer, Founder of WeRise, and Co-Founder of Aonic
Senada Greca is a celebrity personal trainer and serial entrepreneur in the health and fitness space. Although she found her love for fitness at a young age, she started her career in finance before pivoting into pharmaceutical and diagnostic sales. Working in the medical industry gave her a deep understanding of physiology that paired well with her love for strength training and exercise. When Gr
The Who What Wear Podcast: Holt Renfrew Fashion Director Joseph Tang on Which S/S 26 Runway Trends Will Make It to Market and His 2026 Wardrobe Staples
In this episode, Who What Wear Editorial Director Lauren Eggertsen sits down with Holt Renfrew Fashion Director Joseph Tang for some new-year trend predictions. Tang discusses what it means to be a fashion director in the luxury space and how he strives to bring the runway to his customers. He recaps the biggest shopping trends he noticed in 2025 and tells us what brands and styles he thinks we'll
Rachel Mansfield: Culinary Creator and Co-Founder of Cadootz
Rachel Mansfield is a popular cooking content creator and the co-founder of Cadootz, a healthier-alternative kids’ snack brand that makes delicious protein-packed crackers for your little ones. She began her career working in PR for a top beverage company and, in her off time, ran a food blog to supplement her income, sharing original healthy recipes online and posting tutorials. When Mansfield wa
The Who What Wear Podcast: Jewelry Designer Jean Dousset on 2026 Engagement Ring Trends and the Case for Lab-Grown Diamonds
In this episode, Who What Wear Shopping Director Bobby Schuessler is joined by fine-jewelry designer Jean Dousset. Although he’s a direct descendent of Louis Cartier, Dousset has made his own way in the luxury-jewelry space with his namesake brand. Dousset joins us to talk about how he became the go-to engagement ring designer for celebrities like Eva Longoria and Paris Hilton and why celebrit
The Who What Wear Podcast: The 2025 Luxury Report: Preppy Fashion, a Return to Craftsmanship, and the Fine Jewelry Boom
In this episode, Who What Wear Editor in Chief Kat Collings sits down with Kristen Nichols, WWW's associate director of special projects, to discuss her annual Luxury Report—a comprehensive analysis of the trends, It items, and runway moments that defined this year in luxury fashion. They recap the highly anticipated creative-director debuts we saw at major houses, including Michael Rider's first
Claudia Sulewski: Founder of Cyklar
Claudia Sulewski is the founder of Cyklar, a new bodycare brand that bridges the gap between luxurious self-care and efficacious formulas. Before becoming a beauty founder, Sulewski was one of the original beauty YouTubers. She started her YouTube channel when she was just 13 years old, under the name BeyondBeautyStar, posting makeup tutorials, vlogs, and other lifestyle content. By the time she g
The Who What Wear Podcast: The State of Style in 2025: Off-Kilter Colors, Loud Luxury, and Preppy Bourgeois
In this episode, Who What Wear Editor in Chief Kat Collings sits down with Senior Fashion Editor Anna LaPlaca to discuss her annual State of Style report. At the end of every year, LaPlaca analyzes the biggest trends and dissects why they took over our feeds. The pair discusses the return of ’80s influence in fashion, the uptick in preppy style beyond traditional heritage brands, and, of course, t
Jamie Haller: Fashion Designer and Home Renovation Specialist
Before Jamie Haller launched her namesake shoe and apparel brand, she worked behind the scenes in the fashion industry in corporate retail. In the 2000s, she designed pieces for big brands of the era like Wet Seal, Guess, and Bebe. After learning the ins and outs of fashion production at a macro level, Haller left the corporate world to work for smaller brands where she had more creative control o
The Who What Wear Podcast: Paul Tazewell Returns! The Wicked: For Good Costume Designer on the Significance of Silhouettes and Creating Reality Within a Fantasy
Paul Tazewell is the award-winning costume designer behind the magical world of Wicked and Wicked: For Good. In this episode, Who What Wear Senior Fashion and Social Editor Tara Gonzalez sits down with Tazewell to celebrate the release of the highly anticipated finale of Elphaba and Glinda’s story. He discusses all of the thoughtfully detailed costume choices and Easter eggs you might miss during
Erica Malbon: Cofounder of Malbon Golf
Erica Malbon is the co-founder of Malbon Golf—the game-changing, fashionable golfwear and lifestyle brand that seeks to break tradition by inviting anyone and everyone to enjoy what she calls the “greatest game on Earth.” Malbon Golf began as an Instagram mood board created by her husband, a longtime golf enthusiast. When the couple decided to make Malbon into a full-fledged brand, Erica didn’t ha
The Who What Wear Podcast: Clueless Costume Designer Mona May on 30 Years of Fashion Influence and Letting Girls Be Girls
Mona May is the costume designer of the ’90s cult classic film Clueless. In this episode, Who What Wear Senior Fashion and Social Editor Tara Gonzalez sits down with May to mark 30 years after the film’s release and to look back on the movie’s instantly recognizable fashion. May tells us about how she turned herself into a fashion “detective” when sourcing pieces for Clueless and how she mixed hig
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