The New Garde with Alyssa Vingan
The New Garde is a podcast about the future of the fashion and beauty industries, hosted by two-time former editor-in-chief Alyssa Vingan. It explores the culture surrounding these industries and features interviews with key figures. The podcast is produced by Alyssa Vingan and is available on Substack.
Episodes
Fashion Gone Country (w/ Amanda Mull)
You may have heard that today kicks off the Year of the Fire Horse, it’s Mardi Gras in New Orleans, and that Lana Del Rey just dropped a brand new single, “White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter,” which she wrote with her husband, Louisiana airboat tour guide Jeremy Dufrene. These things are unrelated to each other, but all play nicely into this week’s pod theme. I am joined by Amanda Mull, senior re
The Vintage Oracle (w/ Liana Satenstein)
If there’s one person you can count on to predict which trends, designers, and historically notable pieces are about to bubble up on the secondhand market before anyone else, it’s Liana Satenstein. Through her research, closet clean outs for industry heavy hitters, and live sales for Neverworns, she’s honed an uncanny ability to forecast the Next Big Thing on the vintage scene — plus, she boasts a
It Girl Incorporated (w/ Savannah Engel)
The role of the fashion publicist has evolved significantly over the past couple of decades, and Savannah Engel has been boots on the ground through it all. In this delightfully chaotic episode recorded ahead of last fashion month, I chat with the founder of Savi about growing up in the Mississippi Delta — with a mother who was one of the first female executives at Wrangler — and how learning to w
The Kennedy of It All (w/ Maura Brannigan)
It’s not your imagination: The Kennedys dominated the collective consciousness this year, and the pull was particularly strong within the fashion industry. This week, I sit down with writer, strategist, and Kennedy scholar Maura Brannigan to discuss the myriad ways that the American political family has permeated the zeitgeist recently, and how they represent politics as pop culture in a very pala
2016, Part 2: Fashion (w/ Jian DeLeon)
The second part of TNG’s look back at 2016 (don’t miss part one here!) digs into the massive, enduring influence that year had on the fashion industry. This week, I sit down with Jian DeLeon, the men’s fashion director at Nordstrom who was steeped in menswear media at the time, to discuss the year’s lasting impact on clothing and culture. Tune in to hear how Jian made the transition from editorial
2016, Part 1: Beauty (w/ Jessica DeFino)
If you, like me, spend a good amount of time on TikTok, you’ve likely felt awash in a sea of nostalgia for 2016, which in just a matter of weeks will be a full decade in the rearview. Not only was it a banner year for realizing things, it was also a moment in time that shifted the cultural paradigm in a way that’s now coming into full focus. In the first of a two-part episode, I sit down with Jess
Unpacking the Year in Fashion (Live!)
Been gone for a minute now we’re back! To celebrate the year coming to a close — and to officially kick off Season 2 of TNG — Alyssa sat down with Emily Kirkpatrick, Nicolaia Rips, and Taylore Scarabelli to discuss the highs and lows of 2025 in fashion, plus what to expect in 2026. The esteemed panel goes deep on the year in brands, content, trends, red carpets, runways, and more, touching on ever
Dressed for Success (w/ Liv Perez)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comFirst a blog, then a pod, then fashion world domination. This week, Alyssa sits down with Liv Perez, a fashion journalist, TODAY Show correspondent, and host of the Let’s Get Dressed podcast, to discuss how she’s building a one-woman fashion media empire for the next generation. Tune in to hear how Liv’s time as
Menswear Mindshare (w/ Lawrence Schlossman)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comThe Spring 2026 season of Men’s Fashion Week in Paris is well underway, and to celebrate, we’re catching up with one of the most respected (and loudest) voices in menswear: Lawrence Schlossman, co-host of Throwing Fits, as well as the former editor-in-chief of Four Pins (RIP), brand director of Grailed, author of
In the People Business (w/ Gia Kuan)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comWhen you think about some of the most disruptive brands on the New York fashion scene over the last decade (Telfar, Luar, Area) and the most legendary parties (Heaven by Marc Jacobs’s surprise Deftones concert, for example), they all have something in common: Gia Kuan Consulting was working behind the scenes and
Brands Be Trippin (w/ Clare Moore)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comSummer is upon us, and you know what that means: It’s brand trip season! On any given weekend over the next couple of months, you’ll likely clock at least a few fashion or beauty brand-sponsored getaways for a select few influencers, tastemakers, or Very Important Customers playing out in real time on your Instag
The New Styling Establishment (w/ Eliza Brooke)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comIt’s been a huge month for red carpets, with events like the Met Gala and the Cannes Film Festival serving as season closers where celebrities and stylists really bring their A game. This week, Alyssa is joined by Eliza Brooke to really nerd out about the stylist, talent, and brand partnerships that fuel the red
50 States of Style (w/ Biz Sherbert)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comThis week’s episode is all stars, stripes, and style. Alyssa is joined by Biz Sherbert, the brilliant writer behind American Style on Substack and co-host of the podcast Nymphet Alumni, to go deep on how young people in our country are getting dressed and thinking about fashion. Tune in to hear Biz’s insights abo
Been Caught Stealing (w/ James Harris)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comIt’s TNG’s first birthday! To celebrate, Alyssa called in the big guns: James Harris, co-host of Throwing Fits, came by for a rare one-on-one interview about his massive success in podcasting and beyond. Tune in for two straight hours of wisdom, as well as to hear how James fell into a fashion industry career by
Met Gala Postgame (w/ Jalil Johnson)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comIt’s the first Wednesday in May, which means it’s time to unpack this year’s Met Gala, celebrating the Costume Institute’s new exhibition, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.” To help break it all down, Alyssa is joined by Jalil Johnson — the stylish mind behind Consider Yourself Cultured on Substack, as well as a
Let's Get Critical (w/ Rachel Tashjian)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comThis episode is for the REAL fashion heads and critical thinkers. This week, Alyssa sits down with the esteemed Rachel Tashjian, fashion critic at the Washington Post and the brains behind the cult-favorite, invite-only newsletter Opulent Tips, for a fascinating discussion about the state of fashion media and the
Beauty in the USA (w/ Jessica DeFino)
Beauty has always sent big political messages, and that’s perhaps never been more evident than it is today. This week, Alyssa sits down with Jessica DeFino, the brilliant mind behind The Review of Beauty newsletter, to discuss the aesthetic vibe shift she’s seen since Trump was elected for his second term — and the conservative leaning beauty trends she saw bubbling up before then that were a harb
Collaboration Nation (w/ Steve Dool)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comIf you follow the fashion and beauty industries closely, then you know that a week rarely goes by without a brand collaboration announcement. From mall brands like J.Crew and Gap, to sportswear giants like Nike and Adidas, to luxury powerhouses like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and Versace, brands across the market spec
Media Darlings (w/ Samantha Leach)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comYou’ve likely noticed lot of talk about media’s “good ol’ days” bubbling up recently: Two of the most buzzed about books in New York’s literary circles are “When the Going Was Good,” Graydon Carter’s dishy memoir on the industry’s heyday, and the upcoming “Empire of the Elite,” a look back at Condé Nast’s golden
Passion Sells (w/ Trey Taylor)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comYou’ve likely heard that the fragrance business is booming, and this week, Alyssa sits down with one of the newest perfumers on the scene: Trey Taylor, founder of Serviette, which launched earlier this year. Trey began his career by climbing the ranks in independent fashion media and earning a masters in fashion
Retail Therapy (w/ Mina Alyeshmerni)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comIf there’s a girl in your Instagram feed whose unique style strikes you — and who wears brands you hadn’t heard of before she posted them — chances are high that she shops at Maimoun. This week, Alyssa sits down with Mina Alyeshmerni, the store’s owner and curator, to talk all things retail, particularly the chal
Unpacking Fashion Month (w/ Tyler McCall)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comThe time has come for TNG’s biannual unhinged recap of Fashion Month, and this week’s guest, Tyler McCall, is back by popular demand. Tune in to hear the ladies’ takes on Fall 2025 season, including their insights on all of the best (and worst) collections, viral moments, breaking news, designer debuts and depart
Beadwork Empire (w/ Susan Korn)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comThis week, Alyssa gets a guided tour through the whimsical world of Susan Alexandra, straight from the brain behind the brand, Susan Korn. What started with some metal jewelry handmade in a class she took on her time off — and later, a beaded watermelon bag she had made in Chinatown and haphazardly posted on Inst
Just a Girl (w/ Ariella Starkman)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comOne day, you’re just a girl moving to New York from Canada with a visa and a dream, and a few years down the line, you’re an in-demand industry success story. Such is the case with this week’s guest. Alyssa sits down with Ariella Starkman, founder and executive producer of the full-service creative production com
The Price Ain't Right (w/ Amanda Mull)
From handbags to designer ready-to-wear to mass market brands, when — and how — did everything in fashion get so damn expensive? This week, Alyssa is joined by Amanda Mull, senior reporter at Bloomberg Businessweek and consumer culture expert, to discuss one of her industry passions: pricing. Tune in for an enlightening episode and Amanda’s insights on how studying pricing structures can help you
Follow the Feeling (w/ Kristen Naiman)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comWhen asked the question “What is it that you do?” sometimes the answer isn’t so simple, and it’s best to let the work speak for itself. Such has been the case for Kristen Naiman, the chief creative officer at The RealReal, who’s worn many hats over the course of her career, from writer to editor to stylist to fas
The Gift of Thrift (w/ Macy Eleni)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comLife comes at you fast: One day, you’re moving to Los Angeles from Dayton, Ohio, building a YouTube channel from the ground up while working at a tanning salon, and the next, you’re regularly going viral with millions of views on TikTok, pioneering the “thriftfluencer” space. Such was the case for Macy Eleni, a c
Fashion Week Real Talk, Live from The Standard
Fashion Month is upon us once again! To help kick off the Fall/Winter 2025 season, The Standard kindly invited TNG to host an intimate conversation about the fashion week machine, from how it’s covered and how people prepare, to why it still matters, to what’s working and what’s not — as well as potential ways it can evolve for the future. Alyssa is joined by an esteemed panel that includes Emilia
Everything Is Marketing (w/ Ana Andjelic)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comHow many comments have you seen on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube over the last few years that read: “Give the marketing team a raise!” It’s easy to boil everything a brand does down to simple marketing tactics, but how does one formulate a cohesive strategy — with a mix of product, content, social media, events,
Skincare Superstar (w/ Sofie Pavitt)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comThe stateside skincare industry is more saturated than ever, but there are some key players who got in on the ground floor and aren’t simply riding out the trend. Sofie Pavitt, founder of Sofie Pavitt Face and owner of the results-driven Sofie Pavitt Skincare Studio in Chinatown, is one of these people. After bui
TNG End-of-Year Hotline (Solo Episode)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comFor the final episode of the year, Alyssa answers your burning questions about life, work, fashion, media, divorce, dating, the future of The New Garde, and much more. See y'all in 2025!
Year in Review 2024 (w/ Alexandra Hildreth)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comAs we approach the end of what feels like the longest year on record, Alyssa sits down with fashion writer Alexandra Hildreth to discuss the many highs and lows of the past 12 months in fashion. Topics include, but are not limited to: trad wives, bag charms, mall brands, SKIMS, cowboys, the TikTok ban, designer m
Black Friday Forever (w/ Nicola Fumo)
Holiday shopping season is in full swing! Ahead of the onslaught of Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, Alyssa sat down with Nicola Fumo, host of the Attention Recession podcast and a senior commerce editor at People, for a conversation on the state of commerce content, from gift guides to Amazon Live. Tune in for an entertaining explainer on all things affiliate, as well as Nicola’s insights on
The Vintage Vanguard (w/ Kathleen Sorbara)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comWhile it seems like everyone’s getting into the vintage game right now, few players have the experience and sharp point of view to set them apart in a crowded landscape and keep them in it for the long haul. This week, Alyssa sits down with Kathleen Sorbara, owner of Sorbara’s New York (formerly Chickee’s Vintage
The Fashion and Sport Report (w/Madeline Hill)
If you’re a follower of fashion, you’ve surely felt the influence of sports on the industry steadily increase over the past several years. This week, Alyssa is joined by Madeline Hill, author of the Impersonal Foul newsletter and co-host of The Sports Gossip Show podcast, to discuss the flourishing relationship between fashion and sport, and how they sit at the intersection of many pop culture int
A Champion for All (w/Sandrine Charles)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comAll hail the queen! This week, Alyssa sits down with beloved publicist, consultant, and co-founder of the Black in Fashion Council, Sandrine Charles, to get the inspiring story behind her rise up the industry ranks, and what led her to eventually open her own bicoastal agency, Sandrine Charles Consulting, eight y
Pop Style Symposium (w/Brittany Spanos)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comIt’s been an incredibly fun year for pop music, and the same can be said about the fashion that’s come along with it. This week, Alyssa sits down with Brittany Spanos, a senior writer at Rolling Stone and pop connoisseur, to discuss how the newest names on the scene are using aesthetics strategically to brand the
Red Carpet Deja Vu (w/Emily Kirkpatrick)
How will people pay homage to a new generation of red carpet stars in the future if their fashion choices consistently reference the past? This week, Alyssa is joined by Emily Kirkpatrick of I
Calling All Angels (w/ Marta Freedman)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comIf you’ve ever wanted to get to know your favorite girl from the internet, then this is the episode for you! This week, Alyssa sits down with Marta Freedman — the magical mind behind Hot Girls Eating Pizza and Air Milkshake, as well as the co-founder of Dieux and Angel Therapy — to learn all about her entrepreneu
Fashion Month Postgame (w/ Tyler McCall)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comAnother fashion month has come and gone, which means we have four-plus weeks of new collections from New York, London, Milan, and Paris to unpack. This week, Alyssa is joined by her longtime friend, colleague, and former fashion month travel buddy Tyler McCall for a delightfully unhinged recap of the Spring/Summe
How I Got Here (Solo Episode)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comThe New Garde has made it to 20 episodes! To celebrate, Alyssa turns her interview questions on herself, getting candid about the decade-plus she’s spent working in fashion. Tune in to find out how she channelled her dream of becoming an MTV VJ — a gig she learned about while watching Virginia Beach hometown hero
The Mallpisode (w/ Casey Lewis)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comFashion is in the midst of mall madness! Alyssa is joined by Casey Lewis, founder of the After School newsletter and Gen Z consumer trends expert, to discuss the rebranding and reinvigoration of the stores they grew up shopping at their local suburban malls, including J.Crew, Abercrombie, Hollister, Gap, Old Navy
Designing Your Dream Life (w/ Jenny Walton)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comWhat better way to celebrate the start of Milan Fashion Week than to sit down with everyone’s favorite expat, Jenny Walton! The illustrator, designer, painter, Vogue vintage columnist, and author of the popular JENNY SAIS QUOI Substack moved her entire life to Italy a couple of years ago — before she learned how
The Future of Influencing (w/ Rebecca Jennings)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comLife with millions of followers might not be as aspirational as it appears. This week, Alyssa sits down with Rebecca Jennings, a senior correspondent at Vox who covers internet culture and the creator economy, to discuss the future of influencing as a career, as well as the cautionary tale of blowing up on social
Year of the Shop Rat (w/ Emilia Petrarca)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comNew York Fashion Week is upon us! To kick off the Spring 2025 season, Alyssa sits down with one of the city’s most prolific fashion writers, Emilia Petrarca, whose popular shopping newsletter, Shop Rat, turns a year old this month. Emilia gives a play-by-play of her climb up the masthead — which involves stints a
The Reemergence of ED Culture (w/ Ruthie Friedlander)
CW: This episode contains discussion of disordered eating, body image, and weight loss. If you’ve spent any amount of time scrolling TikTok or X (formerly known as Twitter) over the last several months, you’ve likely come across some version of “thinspo” — whether in the form of low-calorie “What I Eat in a Day” videos or before-and-after weight loss photos — even if you’re not seeking it out. Bec
How to Pod Like a French Girl (w/ Marisa Meltzer)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comOn the eve of the season four premiere of “Emily in Paris” — and on the heels of the just wrapped Paris Olympics — Alyssa is joined by writer Marisa Meltzer, whose forthcoming book Non Moi Plus explores the life and times of Jane Birkin, to unpack the enduring mystique (and myth) of French girl style. An unabashe
The Trend Story Industrial Complex (w/ Amanda Mull)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comHave you ever wondered why there are 8,000 trends at any given time? It’s because trends are extremely profitable! This week, Alyssa is joined by Amanda Mull, senior reporter at Bloomberg Businessweek and consumer culture expert, to unpack the Trend Story Industrial Complex that drives fashion and beauty media. T
Don't Dupe It, Girl (w/ Alexandra Hildreth)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comIf you’ve felt awash in a sea of Bottega Veneta Andiamo bags and Alaïa mesh ballerina flats, you are not alone. This week, Alyssa is joined by fashion writer Alexandra Hildreth to go deep into the world of dupe culture — on the For You Page and beyond. Alex helps break down the bleak vibes of Dupe TikTok, how we’
Embrace the Cringe (w/ Brenda Weischer)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comBuckle up, because the girls are yapmaxxing this week! Alyssa sits down with 032c fashion editor, vintage clothing collector, content creator, podcast host, and influencer Brenda Weischer (more commonly known as @brendahashtag) for a wide-ranging conversation covering all corners of the industry. Tune in to get B
Lit Girl Summer (w/ Sophia June)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comGet your sunblock, bikini, and beach reads ready! This week, Alyssa sits down with Sophia June, writer and co-founder of the Language Arts Substack, to go deep on this summer’s biggest fashion-adjacent trend: literature. Sophia breaks down what it was like to be at the center of the recent Literary It Girl discou
The Rest Is Still Unwritten (w/ Danielle Prescod)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comIn this week’s jam-packed episode, Alyssa is joined by fashion editor turned author Danielle Prescod to discuss how she’s navigated the publishing world, from digital media to writing books. Tune in for a wealth of Danielle’s insights about working her way up the masthead by starting as a “professional intern,” d
Shitposting to Success (w/ Layla Halabian)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comLog on, let go, and lighten up! This week, Alyssa is joined by writer, editor, and prolific poster Layla Halabian to discuss the highs and lows of brands getting in on a viral moment online, why trust and timing are crucial, how lawless Sylvanian Drama sponcon works so well, why Marc Jacobs and Jonathan Anderson
New Girl on the Bloc (w/ Liana Satenstein)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comAlyssa catches up with writer Liana Satenstein, the mastermind behind Neverworns (and her former intern!), to discuss Liana’s first byline that changed everything, carving a niche for herself covering Eastern European fashion, getting weird with it during her time at Vogue, the freedom that comes with accepting w
Integrity Over Everything (w/ Chrissy Rutherford)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comThis week, Alyssa is joined by the talented multi-hyphenate Chrissy Rutherford to talk about the golden era of working on the internet, wearing every hat during her years as an editor, pioneering digital covers, fighting for what you want, dealing with mediocre people in positions of power, knowing when it’s time
Accidental Media Mogul (w/ Gutes Guterman)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comThe future of media is in great hands! Alyssa is joined by Gutes Guterman, co-founder of The Drunken Canal (RIP) and Byline, to discuss the scrappy newspaper operation that started as a bit, infiltrating the media establishment, figuring things out as you go along, getting wooed by Balenciaga, outgrowing a scene
We Heart Cannes (w/ Emily Kirkpatrick)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comTo kick off the summer, Alyssa sits down with Emily Kirkpatrick, author of the “I <3 Mess” celebrity fashion newsletter, to unpack the sprawling Cannes red carpet. Topics include: the evolution of the naked dress, how Cannes has retained its mystique in the highly commercialized red carpet ecosystem, fashion h
Outwit, Outplay, Outlast (w/ Nikki Ogunnaike)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comThis week, Alyssa catches up with Marie Claire’s editor-in-chief for a play-by-play of her incredible climb up the masthead at legacy publications like Vanity Fair, Glamour, InStyle, Elle, GQ, and Harper’s Bazaar. Nikki gives a firsthand account of the post-2007 recession vibe shift in media and the days when dig
Met Gala? More Like MEH Gala (w/ Tyler McCall)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comAfter nearly drowning in the sea of Met-related content, Alyssa and Tyler discuss the ROI of brands pouring budget into the event, how the red carpet media machine could benefit from a major refresh, why the gala needs to bring back gatekeeping, the commentator conundrum, whether a Galliano exhibition could actua
Trust Your Timing (w/ Brynn Wallner)
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit thenewgarde.substack.comAlyssa sits down with the founder of Dimepiece to unpack her fascinating career journey — from producing Coachella brand activations to bringing “trill vibes” to a storied auction house — before a layoff eventually inspired her to launch her own platform. Brynn discusses the pros and cons of being a one-woman ope
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