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VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastImportant Announcement: The End Of An EraThank you everyone who has supported us over the years xoxo Feedback form Hot Girl Hikes Instagram Hot Girl Hikes TikTok ⁠Verve Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Verve TikTok⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Katie Gassmann Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Katie Gassmann TikTok⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Anna Grace Averett Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Anna Grace Averett TikTok⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vervepodcast/message2023-08-1801 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 113: The new era of the "supermodel", Jenna Lyon's is the new villain on RONY?, and Anna Grace takes a new approach to packingWelcome back to Verve! Mid-summer Verve is very special, because we've reached a point in the fashion new cycle where absolutely everyone has gone to the coast. While we'd love to be in the Hamptons or south of France, instead we're bringing you news like Irina Shayk was seen out with Tom Brady this week, and it got us thinking- are super models still relevant today? Plus, Anna Grace got us up to speed on the newest season of The Real Housewives of New York where it appears Jenna Lyons is poised to be the newest villain...2023-07-2650 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 110: Rhianna to step down as CEO of SavageXFenty, Pharrell makes a big splash with the Louis Vuitton SS24 Menswear show, and Jacquemus takes over VersaillesIn this episode of the Fashion Forward podcast, we dive into the captivating world of fashion, spotlighting the sensational Spring/Summer 2024 collections and a groundbreaking announcement. Get ready to be inspired as we explore Pharrell's inspiring SS24 Louis Vuitton Menswear Show, the mesmerizing Jacquemus SS24 fashion show, and the intriguing news surrounding Rihanna's departure as CEO of Savage x Fenty. Social Links ⁠Verve Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Verve TikTok⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Katie Gassmann Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Katie Gassmann TikTok⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Anna Grace Averett Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Anna Grace Averett TikTok⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https...2023-06-2746 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 109: Kourtney v. Kim: The Great Dolce Debate + DSquared2 SS24 (ft. Julia Fox) and JW Anderson resort trend recap and reviewFashion is back on the runway this week for menswear, resort, and a couple of SS24 shows, so we pulled two of our favorites and dove right in! DSquared2 pulled out the big guns for a super sexy SS24 show in Miami Beach with none other than Julia Fox as a celebrity guest. Full of graphics, barely-there silhouettes, and nostalgic throw backs, this show is full of your late 2000s favs while still feeling fresh and relevant. JW Anderson also gave us some fantastic summer dressing inspiration in his Resort 2024 show. Heavily featuring knitwear, there were more...2023-06-2055 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp 108: Your last chance to get a Telfar, Chloe's Creative Director Gabriele Hearst to step down, and a "No Buy Summer"Welcome back to this week's episode of Verve where we discuss Gabrielle Hearst leaving Chloe to pursue her own namesake brand, but not before working with an A-List celebrity on her own new project. With more than a few logistical nightmares lurking in the shadows, we chit chat about what Atelier Jolie may face. And breaking news: Telfar is giving up it's signature "Bag Security Sale". June 16-18 will be your last chance to get any size, color, or style of their bag- guaranteed. Telfar has been making waves in the fashion industry since 2020...2023-06-1451 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 107: The Eras Tour RecapThis past weekend, Katie attended the Taylor Swift Eras Tour in Chicago, which can only mean one thing: a total recap on the podcast! We talk all things trends, logistics, stage outfits, and of course our favorite topic: merch. Whether you've been to the tour already or have been watching via social media with major fomo, this is the recap you need! ⁠Verve Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Verve TikTok⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Katie Gassmann Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Katie Gassmann TikTok⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Anna Grace Averett Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Anna Grace Averett TikTok⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcaste2023-06-061h 20VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 104: Anna Grace in Paris...and Aix en Provence! Total shopping and French trend recap, plus Martha Stewart in Sports Illustrated and the Victoria's Secret fashion show returns!Oh lala! Anna Grace took a fabulous trip to France, and we have the total recap. From digging through vintage markets, browsing department stores, and running the streets, Anna Grace gives us the complete run down of trends, purchases, and more. And of course reviewed her fabulous outfits. That takes up most of our episode this week, but we did carve out some time to talk about some fun modeling news that's been hitting the headlines lately. British Vogue took to their glossy pages and featured models with disabilities for their most recent issue...2023-05-161h 17VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 103: The Met Gala recap you definitely neededThe Met Gala is alive and well in our hearts, and we of course had to chat about anything and everything Met Gala related. Tune into this week's episode where we dish all about our favorites from the 200+ looks that graced the carpet this year. From Dua Lipa (start) to Anna Wintour (finish), we have you covered! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vervepodcast/message2023-05-121h 15VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 100: Allow us to re-introduce ourselves...100th episode special!In this special 100th episode, join us as we take a trip down memory lane and reintroduce ourselves! We'll be sharing the story of how we met and got to know each other, as well as discussing our favorite designers, outfits, and personal style. To kick off the episode, we'll be asking each other about our favorite designers and outfits of all time, giving you a glimpse into our fashion influences and tastes. Plus, we'll be sharing how we describe our personal style and what fashion means to us. As we dive deeper into the...2023-04-181h 09VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 98: Gwyneth Paltrow owns the courtroom with her runway worthy looks, and LSU women's basketball coach, Kim Mulkey, made the game her personal fashion show and we're obsessedIn this episode, we're dishing all about the bold and fabulous court-side looks of Coach Kim Mulkey of LSU Women’s Basketball. Think bright colors, sequins, feathers, heels, and brands like Queen of Sparkle and Neubyrne by Martha Gibbs Gottwald (you know, the one from season 1 of Amazon's Making the Cut). And that's not all, darlings! We'll also be diving into the chic, understated courtroom outfits of none other than Gwyneth Paltrow. From The Row to Loro Piana, Prada, and G Label by Goop, this style icon knows how to rock the latest designer fashions. So, get ready to tu...2023-04-0559 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 97: The Spring Trend Report- favorite colors, must have shoe silhouettes, fabrics we're craving, and everything you should know to fashionably take on the new season!Your spring trend report has arrived! The air is warming, the sun is out, and we're ready to shed some layers. Nothing like a change in season to help breathe new life into our closets. We each picked four trends that will help us usher in our new springtime era, and broke down how it can apply to your outfit formulation. Have you been holding back on trying out the red trend? We fill you in on why EVERYONE can be a red girlie. Looking for a new shoe style that will carry...2023-03-2852 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 96: POP CULTURE: WTF is happening with Law Roach, Jeremy Scott is leaving Moschino, Vanderpump Rules has us in a chokehold, and spring fashion is right around the corner!Big drama happened in every corner of the media this week! In the fashion world, Law Roach is leaving the world of styling due to "politics and lies". We breakdown what he laid out in his latest interview with The Cut and discuss where he could take his career now that he's leaving styling behind. Jeremy Scott announced Monday that he's stepping down as creative director for Moschino. We're heartbroken and wonder what's going on with all the creative directors right now? With so much shifting and changing, there could be some real brand shake ups on...2023-03-211h 14VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 95: THE OSCARS 2023- "champagne carpet" review, paparazzi guest request, deciding what kind of pretty you are, and the Vanity Fair after party!The Oscars came and went this Sunday evening to much fanfare. We had a new "champagne" carpet, which honestly, we didn't hate! We break down all the trends, favorite looks, throw out a request for a guest we're dying to have, and break down why some looks can be so pretty and yet so horrendous at the same time. The Vanity Fair after party delivered even more daring looks than the official event, so make sure to stick around for the whole episode to get the entire breakdown! Don't miss it! ⁠Verve Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Verve TikTok⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Katie...2023-03-141h 28VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 94: Paris Fashion Week Fall Winter 2023- Schiaparelli showed it's first Ready-To-Wear collection (who knew!) and Alexander McQueen gave us all a lesson in tailoringWe are wrapping up the FW23 fashion month with the crème de la crème- Paris Fashion Week! Schiaparelli showed their first ever ready to wear collection, Alexander McQueen gave us a masterful lesson in tailoring, Paco Rabanne had a beautiful tribute to the late designer who died last month, plus we get into Givenchy, Ottolinger & Zimmerman. And of course as promised- Katie returned bronzed from her Puerto Rico trip with a round up of vacation ready outfits you can save for inspo for your next tropical destination. ⁠Verve Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Verve TikTok⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Katie Gassmann Insta...2023-03-071h 08VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 93: London and Milan Fashion Week FW23 ft. Taylor McGowan: Heritage fashion brands Burberry & Missoni get a facelift from new creative directors + the up and coming designers you need to knowThis week Anna Grace is joined by guest host, Taylor McGowan. We cover the shows you need to know from London and Milan Fashion Week FW23. While the overall vibe of most of the runway shows were drab (think brown, sellable workwear- boring!), a few managed to catch our eye.  Some heritage fashion brands are bringing in young designers to breathe new life into these old houses. Daniel Lee makes his debut at Burberry- spoiler alert, we love it! Over at Roberto Cavalli, Fausto Puglisi delivered all of the Cavalli essentials- sex appeal, animal print and denim. P...2023-03-0137 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 87: Vivienne Westwood (1941-2022), Mother of Punk Fashion & Thom Browne vs. Adidas- can a single person own the varsity stripe?, plus Katie's 2023 closet resolutions!Vivienne Westwood (1941-2022) was the mother of punk fashion. We give you the quick history lesson you need to fully appreciate how much of an impact she had on today's fashion. Hint: she was the first designer to put a major trend from the last few years on the runway! From outfitting the Sex Pistols to championing for stopping climate change, Vivienne Westwood was an amazing example for how we can all push the envelope a little further in our every day lives. Then we get into a little legal debate sparked by Adidas suing Thom Browne...2023-01-1053 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 84: Something Navy's Arielle Charnas under fire for embezzlement scandal, Katie Holmes wore an outfit so bad it has to be a PR stunt, and coverage of Pre-Fall 2023 show!Arielle Charnas of Something Navy fame is at the center of a supposed embezzlement scandal surrounding her clothing business by the same name. Turns out, it might be next to nothing. We give you all the facts so you can make the call for yourself, but if you ask us? We're moving on. Katie Holmes shows up to the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball in an outfit so horrendous it MUST be a PR stunt. We're all for experimentation, but we can't seem to find justification here.  And Pre-Fall 2023 is officially here, and while we hadn't given i...2022-12-1349 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 83: Alessandro Michele leaves Gucci (where will this take the brand next?), Balenciaga is in hot water and we have a theory why, British Fashion Awards outfit review + AUSTIN OUTFITS!Balenciaga's latest blunder was big news- children promoting BDSM inspired harness bags and shady court documents made their way into their SS23 bag campaign. We can't help but wonder if this was intentional- perhaps someone is trying to tell us all something? We made sure to cover the entire controversy from its initial publication through Kim Kardashian's lukewarm response. Make sure to listen to get all the info you need to stay informed! Gucci is on the hunt for a new creative director after Alessandro Michele announced his departure last week. Gucci is MASSIVE money for the...2022-12-0756 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 79: Kelsey Reese, @reese.cycled, on not limiting your aesthetic, the realities of being a full time content creator, and designing sustainable style for Samsung 837Welcome to this week’s episode of Verve where we spoke with Kelsey Reese. In May 2020 Kelsey Reese's boredom-induced closet clean out quickly became much more. She started posting her thrift flips to TikTok, which has amassed @reese.cycled over 260,000 followers. Now, Kelsey sells her thrift flips and curated vintage finds online while promoting a more sustainable way to shop secondhand. We discuss her philosophy on creative outlets and how it intersects with owning a business, the lonely reality of full time content creation, and sewing for fun vs profit. Kelsey’s sense of style is s...2022-11-0854 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 78: Christopher Schafer, of Christopher Schafer Clothier, on finding confidence though clothing, pivoting career paths, and revitalizing the garment industry in BaltimoreThis week we sat down with Christopher Schafer, the founder of Christopher Schafer Clothier who specializes in custom men’s suiting. The brand started in 2010 after Christopher returned to Baltimore from London, where he had a career pivot from a punk rock drummer into designing high end menswear. We also talked about his non-profit Sharp Dressed Man, which provides suits for men rejoining the workforce.  Christopher shared so much wisdom around finding your path in life and incorporating who you are into whatever it is you're doing. His outlook on helping men find confidence through suiting is inspiring regardless of if...2022-11-021h 02VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 77: Balenciaga drops Kanye (who's next?), Shein exposed for exploitive working conditions (duh), and Taylor Swift's "Midnights" ushers in a new eraShein is exposed for having exploitive working conditions, and the Verve girls really only had one response: duh? We take a peak behind the curtain and discuss what the cost really is for a $3 shirt. Balenciaga has officially dropped Kanye. This should come as no surprise, so we take our best guesses at who we think could fill his shoes. Which also begs the question- can anyone? Have we peaked as far as celebrity endorsements are concerned? Plus, Taylor Swift's "Midnights" album is sure to bring in a new era for her and her fans. What will the aesthetics...2022-10-2554 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 76: “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty” is the Met Gala theme for 2023, Is Amelia Gray the next nepo "it girl"?, plus easily thrifted Halloween costumes for the most fashionable girliesSit back and relax with this week's throwback episode. Anna Grace and Katie shoot the shit while keeping you up to date on all the latest fashion news post fashion month.  2023 Met gala theme announced- “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty”. Does he deserve to be put on this pedestal or has his troubled past comments darkened his legacy? Is Amelia Gray the next nepo "it girl"? Can she crack through all the noise of those who came before her? Plus, fashion girly friendly Halloween costumes that won't break the bank! Don't miss it! Verve Insta...2022-10-181h 00VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 75: The Plus Bus co-founders, Jen Wilder and Marcy Guevara-Prete, on making space for plus size people in fashion, owning their personal styles, and fighting for representation in fashionThe Plus Bus is an LA based boutique and online shopping experience specifically curated for the size 12+ person who wants to look and feel fabulous. After years of frustrating experiences with shopping, co-founders Jen Wilder and Marcy Guevara-Prete decided to take matters into their own hands and be the change they wanted to see in the world.  If you're a plus size person, this episode is full of inspiration on how you can unlock your personal style regardless of size! If you aren’t plus size, this episode will open your eyes to the experience your friends and family face whe...2022-10-111h 18VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 74: SS23 Paris Fashion Week: Commes des Garçon, Alessadra Rich, Loewe, Courreges, and more take us from reality to fantasy and back again!Paris Fashion Week Spring Summer 2023 was a week filled with harsh realities (Balenciaga, Commes des Garçon), fantastic displays of nature (Loewe), sexy party looks (Alessandra Rich, Courreges), and pretty dresses that got us ready for spring before winter has even started (Zimmerman, Giambattista Valli)! We each picked 3 shows to dive into, and then of course we couldn't limit ourselves to just that so we threw in a few bonus shows at the end before reviewing out Week in 5 Fits! Don't miss it! Verve Instagram --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/s...2022-10-041h 11VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 73: SS23 New York Fashion Week pt 2, London Fashion Week, and Milan Fashion Week: Underwhelming and Overwhelming at the same time?Anna Grace and Katie tackle the rest of New York Fashion week as a part two (make sure to listen to part 1 from two weeks ago!), plus London Fashion Week and Milan Fashion Week for SS23. The consensus? Underwhelming, but the shows that showed up really showed up! One show from each location got the special pick, plus we give our rapid fire thoughts of those that didn't do quite enough to get the honor of a full deep dive. Shows like Moschino, 16Arlington, JW Anderson, Theophilio, and Bottega Veneta really caught out eye, so make sure to tune in...2022-09-271h 03VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 72: Kat McCoy, owner of Best Kept, a luxury digital jewelry concierge, teaches us about buying your first piece of fine jewelry, keys to picking out a good engagement ring, & is Cartier worth it?This week we have Kat McCoy, the owner of Best Kept-  a luxury digital concierge jewelry service that helps individuals source and design special pieces of jewelry. After looking for weeks trying to buy her first piece of fine jewelry, Kat realized there was a gap in the market for an expert fine jewelry concierge & launched Best Kept in 2018. In this episode we cover everything you need to know about engagement rings from lab grown vs natural diamonds, size, clarity, settings, pairing your engagement ring with the perfect band. If you don’t have an engagement on the...2022-09-2058 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 71: NYFW is here! Fendi Resort, Altuzarra, Carolina Herrera, Khaite, & Christian Siriano + The Emmy's 2022 (yawn)New York Fashion Week is here! Fendi Resort (in collaboration with Marc Jacobs!), Altuzarra, Carolina Herrera, Khaite, & Christian Siriano were some of our top picks for shows (so far), and we can't wait to see what the rest of the week has in store for us. Plus, The Emmy's tried to squeeze in at the same time and in our opinion, it made for a lack luster event. Of course Zendaya wow'd, but who else caught our eye? Listen this week to find out! Verve Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com...2022-09-131h 06VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 70: Florence Pugh, Tessa Thompson, & Jodie Turner-Smith slayed the Venice Film Festival, Serena Williams brought down the house in her sentimental last outfit, & Kate Moss disappoints with COSMOSSWe're back this week with SO much to discuss! We get caught up on everyone's lives and the impact it's had on our abilities to get dressed before jumping into this week's pop culture topics. The Venice Film Festival hosted many a celebrity like Florence Pugh, Emma Chamberlain, Tessa Thompson, Timothee Chalamet, & Jodie Turner-Smith just to name a few. Serena Williams announced her retirement and brought down the house in her sentimental last outfit filled with so much symbolism (we break it all down for you). And lastly, we are just not sold of Kate Moss's new "wellness brand"...2022-09-0658 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 69: The VMAs red carpet recap, Taylor Swift announces 'Midnights', Yung Gravy loves MILFs, & the It-Girl color of the yearThis week we have a Verve first- a solo VMAs red carpet recap with Anna Grace. Basically it's like a FaceTime with your fashion bestie while watching the Red Carpet coverage. The VMAs is the wildest & the most creative red carpet of the awards shows- remember Lady Gaga's iconic meat dress? This year AG loved Lizzo, Lil Nas X, The Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Tate McRae, Dixie D'Amelio, Sabrina Carpenter, Taylor Swift and more! She breaks down all the red carpet trends you need to know & hits the wildest pop culture moments from the night- like Yung Gravy taking...2022-08-3049 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 68: Everything you've ever wanted to know about Copenhagen Fashion Week: Ganni, Saks Potts, Henrik Vibskov, & A. Røge Hove show reviews, street style analysis, and who is the CPFW cool girl?Copenhagen Fashion week is the cooler, younger, gen z sister to the rest of the fashion weeks. She's eco friendly, not afraid of color, and willing to push a few traditional fashion boundaries. This week we give you a deep dive on what makes CPFW so unique, from the brands that show to the scandi cool girl street style that is more and more becoming mainstream. This episode is the perfect appetizer to the FW23 fashion month content coming in a few weeks, so dive in and enjoy! And make sure to share us on your story for a...2022-08-2347 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 67: Joey Jett, pro skater turned streetwear designer, talks the pressures of being "the next Tony Hawk", disrupting gender norms, & getting his brand logo tattooed at 4am in DenmarkJoey Jett is a Baltimore based streetwear designer-- who also happens to be a professional skateboarder. We sit down with him to talk about how he went from skating in the Dew Tour at age 7, to renouncing competitive skating at age 10, and back to skating and touring the world by his late teens. Joey is a true creative mind, and found his outlet through fashion while on tour where he came up with the idea for Jett Brand, a streetwear company specializing in hand-screen printing. We dive into the inspiration behind Joey's creations in the outfit portion of this episode...2022-08-091h 28VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 66: Carmen Chen Wu & Aaron Lou, founders of CARAA, discuss consumer focused product design, the handbag industry, and building a legacyThis week we were able to speak with the founders of CARAA bags, an NYC based sport bag and accessory company. Carmen Chen Wu and Aaron Lou met through some rather kismet circumstances, and came together to create their own handbag business for the modern woman on the go. Carmen and Aaron go in depth on the inspiration behind their designs, how every aspect is thought through from multi-strap functionality, pockets for everything including your favorite gloss so you never have to go digging again, and they even gave us a glimpse into some of the bags...2022-08-021h 06VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 65: Pop Culture Roundup- the Victoria's Secret doc is basically a Jeffrey Epstein movie, Kate Moss is having a renaissance, Khloe and Tristan are making us ill, Emma Chamberlain is back, and more!WE'RE BACK AND BETTER THAN EVER! We have a cute new episode format for you all to enjoy where we rounded up the hottest and most interesting pop culture topics from the last month that had even an inkling of fashion influence and gave you all our unsolicited opinions on them. I know, it's an amazing idea, so we can't wait for you to listen and hear such tantalizing topics like: The Victoria's Secret Hulu documentary is basically just (another) Jeffrey Epstein movie in disguise Kate Moss is having a renaissance and we're here for...2022-07-261h 12VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 63: Marc Jacobs' FW22 collection and what we think it means for the future of runway showsMarc Jacobs showed his Fall 2022 collection last week at the New York City Public Library on a seemingly random Monday night in June while the rest of the fashion world was away in Europe looking at men’s shows. The entire show took 9 minutes and showed 42 looks- a fraction of his last season's collection. The collection itself was extremely interesting- new and interesting uses of fabric and silhouette while still feeling relevant by using on trend items we're familiar with like corsets platform shoes. We take a look at what was presented, but also dive deep into wh...2022-07-0544 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 62: An incomplete history of fashion as a form of protestFashion has been used throughout history to express discontent. From the suffragette movement in the 1900s to the Black Panther uniform of the Civil Rights movement in the 1960s, adorning your body to make a statement can create a sense of community while letting the world know you're not messing around.  If you find yourself in need of healthcare assistance, please visit www.abortionfunds.org to find resources and information. If you're looking to support people in your state seeking care, go to www.donations4abortion.com to find groups helping people in your area! Ve...2022-06-2851 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 61: Why are so many celebrities coming out with skincare lines, how are they doing it, and are they worth it?In the 2000s it was fragrances, the 2010s had makeup, and it appears the 2020s will be all about skincare. If you're anything like us, you've been unable to ignore how many celebrities are pushing out skincare lines these day. Hailey Bieber launched Rhode on June 15th and Kim Kardashian launched SKKN on June 21st. They are the latest celebs to take the plunge, but with very different products and very different target consumers. We dive into how and why so many famous people are slapping their name on products they might not have had any hand in creating...2022-06-2150 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 60: Ivy Thompson (@thesewloartist) on finding her personal style in 100+ year old clothingIvy Thompson, aka @thesewloartist, is a historical clothing enthusiast who truly walks the walk. She's best known for showing off her amazing Victorian and Edwardian closet on TikTok which is full of clothing she not only wears every day but often makes herself! We got the scoop on what exactly *is* Victorian and Edwardian fashion, how she got into this niche community, and what it's like to wear clothing styles that are 100+ years old in a modern world. Ivy is so passionate about having fun with your wardrobe, and that shines through in this incredibly informative episode! Don't miss...2022-06-141h 10VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 59: Summer '22 Trend Report & a Complete Closet Breakdown: how Katie and Anna Grace are starting from square one and getting their style rightThis is your ultimate episode for summer 2022. We look back at the trends we saw on the runway in September for NYFW SS22 and see what came to fruition, from microshorts to bubble skirts. Then, Katie and Anna Grace walk you through their ultimate style refresh. After more than a year of hosting this podcast, your hosts have sat down and take a good long hard look at their closets. No more clutter, no more confusion (hopefully), no more useless purchasing! We break down our body type analysis, seasonal color analysis, and essence to come up with our "3 Words...2022-06-0755 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 58: Taylor Quitara on outfit repeating, shifting your shopping mindset, and taking her creative career into her own handsTaylor Quitara is an artist and fashion content creator, currently living in Brooklyn, NY. Back in 2020, Taylor was working at a talent agency. When the pandemic hit, she reconnected to her love of painting, and shared her work on TikTok where she now has built a platform of almost 200k. On her TikTok, Taylor shares her love of vintage fashion and how she’s a proud outfit repeater. She walks us through how she went from binge shopping at Zara for a dopamine hit after a rough day at work (who can relate?) to intentionally thrifting to fi...2022-05-3150 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 57: Kravis' 3rd wedding delivers all the drama & Louis Vuitton and Gucci Resort 2023 have us ready for intergalactic vacationKourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker tied the knot this weekend in Italy for a totally *not sponsored* wedding with Dolce & Gabbana. We cover all their wedding looks to date (this is their 3rd wedding in case you've lost track), plus the rest of the Kardashian clan.  Louis Vuitton and Gucci both hosted their Resort 2023 shows last week that left us ready to shoot off into space for an intergalactic vacation. From metallics and gladiator sandals to dramatic draping, there were more than enough looks to keep us entertained until next the next fashion season. Plus, if you've ever wondered about t...2022-05-241h 06VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 56: Drake Andrews on starting his own plus size men's clothing brand, tricking your man into updating his wardrobe, and easy styling hacks to look. more elevatedDrake Andrews is a Canadian entrepreneur and content creator who saw the industry (very) slowly catching on to the idea of women's plus size clothing, but felt excluded once again by the lack of style and variety in men's plus sizes. Thus, KozenGoods was born. Drake chatted with us about how entrepreneurialism is in his blood, and standing by without making the change himself wasn't an option. This interview is packed with inspiration on being the change you want to see in the world, including the change you want to see in your man's wardrobe. He gave us easy...2022-05-1748 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 55: The Second Tuesday in May (aka Met Gala 2022 coverage), AG went to San Francisco, + Katie's getting TikTok famousIf you've gotten tired of Met Gala coverage, let us refresh your palette with our cool and refreshing takes that will have you excited to discuss wealthy celebrities in gorgeous outfits once more. "In America: A Lexicon of Fashion" pt. 2 gives us "The Gilded Age", where it appears fewer and fewer people are adhering to a theme. Plus, Anna Grace travels to San Francisco, and came back with newfound clarity around her closet! Katie's closet clean out on TikTok is getting everyone in the mood to ditch stuff they don't want in their closet. This episode is your excuse to...2022-05-1051 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 54: Adrienne Reau (@ageorama) on how she edits her amazing TikToks, learning to pivot, and the realities of having an online careerAdrienne Reau @ageorama is a fashion content creator based in NYC. She has insane TikTok editing skills, which explains how she’s amassed almost 500k followers on the platform. Her videos range from sick fits to wear on your next night out to more quirky themes like what different types of cheeses might wear or nostalgic references like what different cartoon characters would wear. Adrienne pulled back the curtain on what it takes to create so many unique and trend setting concepts like what apps she uses, how she generates ideas, and how much time and effort go...2022-05-031h 00VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 53: Is the fashion industry going to let Alexander Wang make a comeback? Plus, eBay UK launches a new way to purchase luxury items at a discountAlexander Wang hosted his first fashion show since his FW20 presentation almost 3 years ago. The "Fortune City" show wasn't anything ground breaking (we could see Julia Fox wearing some of the outfits tbh), but prompted the bigger question: is the fashion industry going to support this "comeback"? Wang was accused of sexual misconduct by multiple people starting in 2017, and was effectively "cancelled", but after meeting with him in 2021, his accusers are ready to move on. Where does that leave the brand in an industry that has a history of sweeping victims under the rug and letting abusers continue their...2022-04-2644 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 52: Is Coachella still relevant?, RevolveFest drama recap, Coachella trend analysis, & celebrating one year of Verve!Has Coachella reached its peak? We fill you in on all the drama that happened with RevolveFest and discuss the trends we saw emerge from Coachella to ask the ultimate question: Is Coachella still relevant? Plus, we celebrate one full year of Verve!  Verve IG Listener Guide Katie IG Anna Grace IG --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vervepodcast/message2022-04-1945 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 51: Ziqi Deng and Tatiana Tian, cofounders of RE(SOURCE), on what it takes to start a fashion brand, how your clothing is made, and how they're helping eliminate clothing wasteZiqi Deng and Tatiana Tian are the cofounders of RE(SOURCE), a women owned fashion startup looking to eliminate the major problem most small brands face: minimum order quantities. Not sure what that is? Don't worry, we catch you up because turns out most brands don't even know what they're up against! We dive into how they decided to quit their jobs and take the leap into entrepreneurship, and where the fashion industry is headed thanks to people like Ziqi and Tatiana! Listener Guide RE(SOURCE)  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.s...2022-04-121h 06VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 50: Award show season is officially over, what influencer is launching a credit card?, and can Lizzo's "Yitty" survive in the celebrity shapewear world?We say goodbye to award shows with coverage of the Grammy's red carpet where we were left feeling satisfied but not stuffed? Where are all the show stopping, mind bending, internet breaking outfits? Plus, we get back to a little bit of fashion news where Danielle Bernstein is launching her very own bank card (which takes us back to when another celebrity tried to do this), and Lizzo launched Yitty, an inclusive shapewear line. Can Yitty survive among the other massively successful celebrity shapewear brands? Only time will tell. Katie's Outfits Anna Grace's Outfits 2022-04-051h 15VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 49: Your ultimate Oscars Red Carpet hot takes + outfitting tips for sexy legs coming out of winter & looking like a fashion girlie while travelingWe break down every single trend, designer, slay, and miss that happened on the Oscar's red carpet this past weekend. From the dramatic capes to the daring shorts to the sweetest tulle, this episode has everything to need to know. Like always, we also cover our outfits from the past week where Anna Grace clues us in on her mom's hot tip for sexy smooth legs coming out of winter, and Katie wears a not-so-subtle outfit to a family function where the reactions were equally as outspoken. Don't miss it! Listener Guide: Katie's Outfits: https...2022-03-291h 00VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 48: Jared Leto looked fine af at the Critics' Choice Awards, Alexander McQueen is making us want to take mushrooms, & cargo pants + denim maxi skirts are the new bottoms for springAnna Grace and Katie are flitting about the globe this week with their outfits, but not without making sure to keep the Verve babes updated on the latest fashion happenings! Jared Leto, Lady Gaga, and Elle Fanning made us swoon at the Critics' Choice awards. Alexander McQueen made us fall even deeper in love with the brand in at the FW22 show, and we make some daring predictions for spring bottoms. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vervepodcast/message2022-03-2244 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 47: Miu Miu, Burberry, & Jacquemus reviews, Rihanna's pregnancy looks are smokin' hot, & is horse girl energy the next aesthetic?This week's episode is full of bold claims like horse girl aesthetic is on the rise, Burberry should never never discovered polka dots, and Rihanna is changing maternity fashion forever, one look at a time. Plus, we totally nail our looks this week despite the odds. Make sure to check out our IG's for all the outfit details and links! Verve IG Katie's IG Anna Grace's IG --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vervepodcast/message2022-03-1556 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 46: London, Milan, & Paris- Oh my! Fashion month coverage continued, AG accidentally attended an Illuminati event, and Katie's jet setting month beginsFashion month coverage continues with our reviews and analyses of London, Milan, and Paris Fashion Weeks. Notable coverage includes Diesel, Isabel Marant, Gucci, Valentino, Simone Rocha, 16arlington, Givenchy, Elie Saab, and more. Plus, how did Anna Grace find herself at an Illuminati concert? Katie can't seem to keep herself in one location, and this week included outfits from the first of multiple trips this spring. Don't miss it! Anna Grace's Outfits Katie's Outfits Verve Instagram --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vervepodcast/message2022-03-0853 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 45: Tara Maria González (@taramariagonzalez) on what being a fashion writer is actually like during NYFW, landing the job, and finding inspiration in your own backyardTara Maria González is a writer for InStyle.com and native New Yorker who found herself on a not-so-conventional path that still landed her her dream job in her dream city. We dive into what a day in the life of a fashion writer for a major publication actually looks like, especially during fashion week. We also go into how she landed her first writing job after spending years working on getting into a science field, proving that it's never too late to just ditch your whole plan and start over! Tara's Outfits Tara's I...2022-03-011h 15VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 44: Everything you need to know about New York Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2022Consider this your ultimate debrief on New York Fashion Week FW22. We take a look at what trends we continue to see pop up over and over again, some new themes that you'll want to pay attention to, and of course, we dive deep into our favorite shows and let you know what everyone will be obsessed with in a few months (and what we're leaving on the runway). Are we looking at the return of the studded belt, skirts over dresses, AND over the knee boots all in the same season? We cover big names like...2022-02-2249 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 43: Astrologer Alice Bell on working for British Vogue, re-evaluating your dreams, and how the stars can inform your fashion choicesThis week we welcome Alice Bell, fashion writer turned astrologer! Alice tells us about how she went from being a starry eyed writer fresh out of Central St. Martin’s in London to astrologer/business owner who now writes for British Vogue. We chit chat about how she uses the stars for predictive astrology- ie, when you might get a boyfriend since she totally nailed that prediction for herself. We also get into where astrology and fashion intersect, like what placements you should take a peek at to gain more insight into your personal style and spending ha...2022-02-1543 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 42: Tanya Ravichandran (@ttaanyaa) on showing up as your most authentic self despite it all, working as a photographer from the age of 14, & how she's taking on the tech world with fashionTanya Ravichandran (@ttaanyaa on TikTok) is a Bay Area fashion content creator, photographer, model, and student who’s created a community more than 1.1M strong on TikTok, sharing videos on sustainable fashion and finding your personal style. We chat about Tanya’s early start in the industry, working as a photographer with major brands like Brandy Melville & PacSun at the age of 14. Tanya’s background in photography clearly shows through her captivating content which she’s used to propel herself into social media stardom, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Her tech background also fueled con...2022-02-081h 06VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 41: SS22 Couture reviews of Schiaparelli, Chanel, & Jean Paul Gaultier, Rhianna's having a baby (!!!), and the girls form thoughts on late seasonal dressingWelcome back listeners to this week's episode! SS22 Couture Week had some high highs (Schiaparelli *swoon*) and some low lows (Chanel, what's happening?), and made us believe in a designer's ability to adapt and give us a collection worth talking about for years to come (Glenn Marten, we're looking at you). We also break down what Rhianna wore in her BABY ANNOUNCEMENT. Who saw this coming? And AG and Katie continue to ruminate on the intersection of weather and wardrobe. Did we learn anything from the insufferable summer heat that can be adapted to this...2022-02-0145 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 40.5: The girls discuss body changes in your 20s and how to adapt your wardrobe, plus outfits that flopped on TikTok and what we're wearing to combat seasonal depressionLast week we hosted Arabella Bartelloni (aka @lilrotini), so this week we have another mini episode to bring you! This week we have a quick chat about how to adapt your wardrobe to inevitable body changes that happen in your 20s (second puberty, anyone?). We give you some tips on making your purchases work for whatever comes your way, and of course, outfits! We showcase some outfits that deserved more love than they got on the ever fickle fashiontok, and what would January be without seasonal depression fits? Don't miss it! Anna Grace Outfits Katie...2022-01-2828 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 40: Arabella Bartelloni (@lilrotini) on the future of fashion and TikTok, styling ugly clothes, & how she feels about the 1 million follower milestoneArabella Bartelloni (aka @lilrotini) is a New Jersey based full time fashion content creator and stylist. With 961k followers on tiktok, she’s set to surpass 1 million followers soon (like, very soon). We chat about where she thinks the fashion community could be headed on TikTok and what it feels like to have so many eyes on you. We also make sure to discuss what she looks for while thrifting for both herself and her styling business, and what kinds of questions she walks herself through before making a purchase. Plus, we find out her mysterious Big 3 👀 This...2022-01-2544 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 39.5: André Leon Talley passes at 73, AG & Katie review the star studded Prada menswear FW22 show, & is New York state finally getting a sustainability law on the books?With so many (amazing!) guests already lined up for 2022, we didn't want your favorite source of fashion news and outfit inspiration to disappear! So we've shortened the length but kept all the great content to give you a bonus episode this week! The iconic André Leon Talley has passed away at age 73. He was a pioneer in the fashion industry, a "pharaoh of fabulosity", and his absence will be felt in the industry as we move into yet another fashion month in the coming weeks.  Prada kicked off their FW22 season with a star studded me...2022-01-2128 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 39: Macy Eleni (@blazedandglazed) on where & how she scores her Thrift Queen finds, living with mental illness and taking back control of your mindset, & manifesting her next big project!Macy Eleni, also known as Blazed & Glazed, is a LA based content creator best known for her thrifting hauls on TikTok & YouTube. With 369k followers and over 11 million likes on TikTok, clearly we’re not the only ones that can’t get enough of Macy’s infectious energy. In this interview we talk about how Macy started her love affair with thrifting and shopping second hand, and where she finds some of her best pieces. She also goes deep into what it means to her to live a “positive lifestyle” and how choosing her mental health above everything...2022-01-181h 05VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 38: Yeezy Gap Engineered by Balenciaga, Fashion weeks potentially at risk (not what you think), and is choosing an aesthetic necessary in 2022?For our first news week of 2022 we have some heavy hitters coming at you that you won't want to miss! First up we have Yeezy Gap collaborating with Balenciaga. It only makes sense given the history Kanye has with Balenciaga, but what with the product look like? We're on record not being the biggest fans of Yeezy Gap, but could this turn out differently? 👀 We're also going to keep everyone updated on the developing story that fashion weeks might be impacting thanks to the C-word, but not for reasons you might be thinking.  And...2022-01-1138 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 37: AG + KT's best & worst outfits of 2021, the first ever VFAs (Verve Fashion Awards), and our 2022 style resolutions!After 2020 and 2021, we're hesitant to make too many claims, but 2022 is looking positive on the personal style front!  To usher in the impending award season, we took matters into our own hands to create the VFAs- Verve Fashion Awards. Do you agree? Disagree? Let us know! It Girl of 2021 Best Dressed Celebrity Best Breakout TikTok Creator Best Fashion IG Creator Best “re-brand” Favorite Trend Worst trend Favorite Thing You Bought This Year We also take a look back at 2021 and e...2022-01-041h 03VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 36: Miranda Hobbes is getting screwed, Pete Davidson is making moves, and Zendaya continues to be a goddess (but what else is new?)You didn't think we would miss covering the biggest tv reboot in fashion culture history, did you?! We dive into the Sex and the City reboot "And Just Like That..." with some serious thoughts this week. Miranda Hobbes is getting none of the badass Brooklyn lawyer writing she deserves, Carrie Bradshaw is still just as fashionable (and self absorbed), and Charlotte York is as emotional as ever. Their fashion choices are just as chaotic, so you're going to want to listen to hear our 2 cents on it all. Plus, we touch on Pete Davidson taking over the...2021-12-2151 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 35: Interview with Clara Perlmutter, @tinyjewishgirl, on body hair, what designers she's searching for on eBay, and the realities of being a rising fashion TikTok iconClara Perlmutter is a New York City based TikTok creator who is best known for sharing her controversial personal style in her daily get ready with me videos. With almost 700,000 followers on Tiktok, she is a rising star in the online fashion community. We dive into Clara’s polarizing body hair that catapulted her online following, what designers she’s hunting for online (that she doesn’t discuss on TikTok), and how she feels about being lumped the ‘New York city fashion girlies’ that are having a moment right now. We also talk about the realities of being a "r...2021-12-141h 08VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 34: House of Gucci (was it gucci?), TREND ALERT: vintage winter accessories + TREND WATCH: ballerina inspired pieces, & remembering Virgil AblohListeners, this episode is JAM PACKED so buckle up for this week's episode!  We start out by discussing the very sad news of Virgil Abloh's passing after a private battle with cancer. His legacy as a friend and creative will be remembered long after his death, and his impact on the fashion industry will be felt for decades to come. Then we discuss the latest in fashion film- House of Gucci! Was it the greatest movie of all time? No, but Lady Gaga continues to be a star, and the fashion is definitely worth talking a...2021-12-0847 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 33: Interview with Sara Camposarcone, @saracampz, on her sustainable maximalist style, learning to ignore the haters, and dressing for yourselfWelcome Sara Camposarcone for episode 33 of Verve- The Style Podcast! Sara is best known for her maximalist style showcased in her "get ready with me" TikTok videos that feature multiple layers, bright colors, and ultimate pattern mixing.  In this episode we talk about her iconic puppy tights (perhaps her most controversial piece), where she finds some of her inspiration (her logo is a huge clue!), and how she started creating content (it's simpler than you think). We pick her brain for organization hacks for storing so many pieces, and get the inside scoop on how she puts t...2021-11-301h 17VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 32: Getting extra extra for Thanksgiving, new thrifting mentalities, & Black Friday/cyber weekend shopping listsTune in this week to listen to Katie & Anna Grace talk all things Thanksgiving- aka getting way more dressed up than the rest of your family to get wine drunk on your grandma's couch, and what we're going to be eyeing up this Black Friday/cyber weekend! We clue you in on what we're thinking to make sure getting dressed is one less stressor (your family probably has that covered tbh). Plus, we dive into our new thrifting mentalities and what we're asking ourselves as we shop. Gone are the days of buying something to make it w...2021-11-231h 09VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 31: Interview with Madison Chamberlain, creator & designer of Madison Chamberlain, on the realities of starting your own slow fashion brand, shedding expectations, & creating for yourselfThis week's episode of Verve is an interview with Madison Chamberlain. She is the creator and designer of "Madison Chamberlain", a slow fashion brand that focuses on inclusivity and joy dressing for any occasion. This episode is jammed packed with important conversations around how the fashion industry is designed to prioritize cost and promote over-consumption, but there are so many wonderful people working to inspire a new path forward. You're going to want to tune in to hear us discuss topics like: What it's like working as a corporate designer at QVC and Free People ...2021-11-161h 29VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 30: Gucci's "Love Parade" Pre-Fall '22 show, SJP's Vogue shoot, & is "indie sleaze" the next Y2K?Verve is back with a bang for episode 30! We go over the Pre-Fall '22 Gucci show "Love Parade" that took place in the middle of Hollywood Boulevard last week and delivered all the glitz and glamor we've been craving since the end of SS22 fashion month.  Then we make sure to talk about Sarah Jessica Parker on the cover of Vogue, and we were not disappointed.  Lastly, we discuss the Dazed article based on the TikTok by @oldloserinbrooklyn, "WTF is Indie Sleaze and is it actually making a comeback?" As a recovering American Apparel addict, Ka...2021-11-0941 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 29: Our favorite celebrity Halloween costumes, birthday outfit planning, and trend watch: toile!Welcome back to Verve- The Style Podcast for this week's episode! Celebrities have money, fame, and resources, so they should have AMAZING Halloween costumes...right? Well, let us fill you in on who delivered this year. We talk about Ariana Grande, Chloe Bailey, Kendall Jenner, Lizzo, Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker, Amy Schumer, Antoni from Queer Eye, Doja Cat, Harry Styles, Hailey Bieber, just to name a few ;)  Then, trend watch! Toile! This classic print is perfect for more than just bed sheets. Plus, we have officially entered our collective birthday month! Listen in to he...2021-11-0242 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 28: Is Detroit the next fashion city?, Skims collabs with Fendi, & trend alert: fuzzy bucket hats!Welcome back to another episode of Verve! This week we touch on the Bottega Veneta show put on by Daniel Lee in Detroit recently, but more importantly, discuss if Detroit could be the next fashion city in America? We dive into ideas for the revitalization of previously well-off industrial cities that could benefit and capitalize on bringing clothing manufacturing back to the United States. We also had to talk about the latest celebrity collaboration of Kim Kardashian West's Skims teaming up with Kim Jones and Fendi. Prices are a little steep, but could it be worth the...2021-10-2643 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 27: 2021 Halloween predictions, last minute costume ideas, and Dolce & Gabbana sues...and Instagram account?Welcome to our spooky episode this week where we talk about a scary concept: getting sued by a brand for calling them out on IG? Diet Prada is currently under fire by Dolce & Gabbana for...telling the truth? We discuss how we feel about this concept from small and large scale brand perspective.  On a lighter note, we give you our 2021 Halloween costume predictions! See if your costume made the list of what we predict will be the heavy hitters everyone is sure to rock this year. Plus, last minute already-in-your-closet costume ideas in case y...2021-10-1945 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 26: An Interview with Mandy Lee @oldloserinbrooklyn on how TikTok has changed fashion, style as self expression, influencer culture, & mental healthWelcome to this month's interview episode featuring Mandy @oldloserinbrooklyn !  In this important episode we discuss how TikTok has changed our every day lives, influencer marketing and Instagram culture, mental health, and the realities of being a women on the Internet.  Plus, we ask ourselves "is getting dressed an art form?" and discuss strategies for affording fashion week worthy designer pieces on our working girl budgets. Brands/Accounts called out in the episode: Simone Rocha Chopova Lowena Vestiaire Collective Sweaty Pigeon Follow Us on So...2021-10-121h 20VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 25: Simpsons x Balenciaga, Wisdom Kaye for BALMAIN, Paris/Milan Fashion Week SS22, and FendaceWelcome to another episode of VERVE! This week we wrap up our coverage of so-called fashion month with coverage of the Paris and Milan SS22 shows that featured many big brands like Prada, Dior, Versace, Burberry, Saint Laurent...the list goes on. Europe is the hub of fashion, no? We covered some of the heavy hitters, plus the big collaboration for this season, Fendace (aka Versace and Fendi). Listen to find out our favorite unexpected item from the show.  PLUS, the Simpsons did a mash up with...Balenciaga? Widsome Kaye (aka @wisdm8 from Tik Tok) w...2021-10-0554 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 24: Interview with Elana Katz of Room334 and The Goddess Directory on all things vintage and evolving your signature styleWelcome to this week's episode and September's interview episode featuring Elana Katz of Room 334 blog and Instagram account and founder of The Goddess Directory, an Instagram account dedicated to connecting consumers with the perfect small shop. We spent this episode discussing vintage style, the landscape of fashion careers in the current global environment, and how we can evolve our own personal styles while still staying true to ourselves.  And as always, we break down our week of outfits from all three of us! Don't miss it! Connect with us: @room334 2021-09-2852 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 23: London Fashion Week SS22, the Emmys, AG's Colorado thrift haul, & closet organization updatesHave a seat and take a load off while listening to this week's chatty episode where we cover yet another award show and fashion week...what a surprise! This week's award show was the Emmys, and thankfully it really delivered. We covered our favorite looks including Anya Taylor-Joy, Emma Corrin (talons and all), & Yara Shahidi, plus the outfits we absolutely hated (we're looking at you, Amy Poehler's stylist). London Fashion week is also underway, and it gave us what NYFW didn't- creativity, interest, and generally something to actually talk about.  Then we dive i...2021-09-2149 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 22: New York Fashion Week SS22, and the VMAs, and The Met Gala- Oh My!Did the last week feel like a total whirlwind of fashion for anyone else? And did anyone else feel a little...disappointed? Yeah, us too.  Welcome to this week's episode where we cover NYFW SS22 and give you our thoughts on the good, the bad, and the ugly. We're not mad, we're just disapointed. Then we jump into the VMAs, which always feel like a sexy train wreck compared to the rest of the award shows but one celebrity in particular really gave us her all and we're just excited to have something interesting to l...2021-09-141h 02VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 21: The Fall Wardrobe Episode Spectacular!The fall episode you've been waiting for is finally here! We start this week's episode off by covering the karmic event that smacked down on the Dolce & Gabbana show last week, and why we think it's well deserved. (0:45-11:20) Then we jump into what really gets the people going: transitioning to fall! It's time to cozy up with a PSL (or a pumpkin cream cold brew if you're like us and cling to cold coffee) and listen to this week's episode where we discuss: -How to keep wearing some of your summer pieces...2021-09-071h 08VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 20: Interview with Bianca Pirone, owner and designer of SewCal, an upcycled fashion lineWelcome back to Verve for a very special episode 20 featuring our interview with Bianca Pirone, owner, founder, and designer of SewCal. SewCal is an upcycled fashion line featuring trendy hand sewn and reworked pieces such as blazers, crop tops, skirts, and more. Katie, Anna Grace, and Bianca talk about... Starting your own fashion line and the evolution of her personal style Where she finds her inspiration and pieces to rework and design What it's like being a business owner in your teens and early twenties Life in LA, featuring...2021-08-311h 04VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 19: Shein x 100K Challenge, Kylie Swim, How we styled our least worn pieces, Seasonal closet clean outs, & Shrek x SupremeWelcome back to this week's episode! Won't you join us for this week's topics which include (but are not limited to...) Supreme created a collab with..Shrek?  Kylie previews her new swimwear line in Polaroids to Instagram, leaving little to the imagination. What exactly are the use cases here? Shein is launching a new style and design competition show with some heavy hitting judges. We lay it all out and give our thoughts on the brand, the celebrities associated with it, and if we will be tuning in How we're prepping for fall by cleaning out our closets & what purchases w...2021-08-2436 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 18: Beyonce's on the cover of Harper's Bazaar, Rhianna's a billionaire, and TikTok-er Victoria Paris is...no where to be found?We go ALL IN on celebrity discussions this week including... Rhianna becoming a billionaire! But we're not so sure about subscription services + a hot and heavy lingerie discussion We discuss Beyonce on the cover of Harper’s Bazaar, and break down their creative approach vs Vogue Victoria Paris- where the heck is she? Her platform was built around constant interaction and content, but is that sustainable? Is her pull back the inherent nature of becoming a "true" influencer? What style of hat is AG fully leaning into and what did she co...2021-08-1744 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 17: Devon Lee Carlson x Marc Jacobs, Is Vogue (finally) inspiring again? & office life updates!Join us this week for our riveting discussions on topics such as... Devon Lee Carlson and her collaboration with Marc Jacobs and our discussion on which brands are winning and losing at appealing to Gen Z Will magazines survive past young Millennials and elder Gen Z or is it destined to go the way of the dinosaur like so many old media forms? Is Patron, Substack, and the email newsletter the way of the future? Vogue FINALLY felt like Vogue again this month after a year of pandemic sludge. But is it enough...2021-08-1048 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 16: Is Carrie Bradshaw actually wearing a Forever21 dress?, First Ladies style discussion, reviving vintage accessories, and move updates!For our Sweet 16 episode, we have such rivetting topics to discuss such as... The first ladies and their outfit choices: who understood the assignment and who looked like the class clown? Carrie Bradshaw is back! Is it better than ever? You'll have to be the judge of that but we're here to let you know that she is in fact NOT wearing a Forever21 dress! But who's is it....? What accessory would we like to see make a modern revival? A "trend" that we wish people would just accept isn't actually...2021-08-0344 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 15: Olympics opening ceremony outfits, corsets: microtrend or more?, misogyny in fashion careers, latest work wardrobe purchases, plus thrifting tips!This week's episode is so jam packed that the title is extra long but there's even MORE down here to see so read these show notes, dammit: -Our thoughts on Ralph Lauren and Telfar styling on Olympic athletes (hint: one of them = good, other = bad) -More coreset discussion! Should we invest? Is it here to stay or is this just a stretched out tik tok microtrend? -We go off about misogyny in fashion, period.  -Our latest (intentional) purchases for our work wardrobes which are slowly creeping up on us (and probably y...2021-07-2754 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 14: Dressing for your "feminine archetype" (and how to find it), outfit repeating, TREND ALERT: hobo bags, and the next fall shoes we're on the hunt forThis week's lengthy episode is worth a listen because you'll get to hear us go on (and on) about things like... What our feminine archetype is and how we're now planning our outfits around them? You can find yours at: https://www.womenlovepower.com/seduction-archetype-quiz/ What seeming fashion faux paus are we now totally embracing? (Lizzie McGuire would be so proud) What store are we going to try to move away from a little bit? What's the next IT bag that you'll start seeing everywhere soon? Which...2021-07-2052 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 13: Influencers as runway models, Leandra Medine Cohen on The Cutting Room Floor, Bella Hadid going off, & sexy grocery storesIt's lucky week 13 and dare I say our best sounding episode yet! Join us to hear things like... Trend Alert: Pelvic Cut outs (also the reason that AG needs to use saved folders on IG) What microtrend did we attempt to DIY and just...never did (but spent $$ on it!) Bella Hadid doesn't have a stylist and we're a little shaken up about it because she's KILLING the game. Hear us talk about it.  Influencers as models? Hardly, but they're still on the runway. Find out who prompted this convo 2021-07-141h 04VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 12: Dressing for extra hot weather (bloomers?), summer accessories we're collecting, & IG no longer focusing on photosWhat are we talking about this week? Obviously it... How we're managing dressing for extra hot weather (and Katie is buying bloomers) Summer accessory must haves- statement purses, chunky sandals, necklaces, belts... What brand absolutely had us in a choke hold at one point that now we won't touch? Instagram is no longer focusing on photos...but what exactly ARE they focusing on? Social Media Handles: @vervepodcast @katiegassmann @annagraceaverett --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vervepodcast/message2021-07-0747 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 11: How to buy expensive stuff without overspending, Gen Z and masculinity, Travis Scott w/ Bottega Veneta, & finding your "season"Join us for our best episode yet this week from Key West, Florida! We tackle earth shattering topics such as.... Travis Scott modelling for Bottega Veneta and Kylie wearing their runway look in the same weekend? How we're planning to start buying more expensive items that LAST Gen Z and how they are approaching the concept of masculinity How to figure out what your "season" is and picking colors for your skin tone PLUS SO MUCH MORE (well, our weekly outfit round up at least) Social Handles:2021-07-0145 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 10: Going on a "trend cleanse", the death of The Pre-Teen, defining personal style, and intentional thriftingJoin us for our 10TH EPISODE where we chit chat about topics like... Going on a trend cleanse (the only cleanse worth going on tbh) Are pre-teens dead? Or did they ever really exist? What exactly IS personal style and how do you find it? Going thrifting with PURPOSE and INTENTION (aka, quit wasting your money) PLUS, our weekly discussions of what we wore that week and why Social Links ⁠Verve Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Verve TikTok⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Katie...2021-06-2353 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 9: GapxKanye, Summer Wardrobe Anxieties, Embarrassing Purchases, & Beach FitsJoin us this week for hot and heavy discussions such as... What do we think of the Gap/Kanye jacket? What's making us anxious about getting dressed this summer? Is the micro mini the next must have skirt? We're already running out of beach outfits??? Plus, we're both embarrassed by some recent purchases...listen to find out! Social Links ⁠Verve Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Verve TikTok⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Katie Gassmann Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Katie Gassmann TikTok⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Anna Grace Averett Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Anna Grace Averett TikTok⁠⁠ 2021-06-1546 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 8: $1.62B Etsy Purchase, Pride Month, & Which Planet Decides Your Style?Don't miss this week's episode where we discuss... What did Etsy buy for $1.62 BILLION?? Which pride collection makes us want to hurl? Which planet in your birth chart decides your style? (We're now an astrology podcast) Social Links ⁠Verve Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Verve TikTok⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Katie Gassmann Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Katie Gassmann TikTok⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Anna Grace Averett Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Anna Grace Averett TikTok⁠⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vervepodcast/message2021-06-0858 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 7: Shady Influencers, Summer Shoe Trends, Megan Fox, and Wedding Dress ReturnsJoin our hosts and fashion enthusiasts, Katie and Anna Grace, as they break down 5 days of outfits in your weekly style digest, plus commentary on  the evolution of our personal style, current and upcoming trends, and the latest fashion news. Tune in this week to hear us discuss... The death of the block heel and rise of cowboy boots? Is Megan Fox a vampire? Ariana Grande's wedding and Katie returning her wedding dress? Influencers doing shady shit... Social Links ⁠Verve Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Verve TikTok⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Katie G...2021-06-0251 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 6: Kendall/Kylie Face-off, 14-Day Dirty Hair, Desert Fits & SCAMSJoin our hosts and fashion enthusiasts, Katie and Anna Grace, as they break down 5 days of outfits in your weekly style digest, plus commentary on  the evolution of our personal style, current and upcoming trends, and the latest fashion news. Listen to us discuss hot takes such as... Is Kylie better than Kendall? How to not wash your hair for 2 weeks What we wore in the desert Are we getting scammed? Social Links ⁠Verve Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Verve TikTok⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Katie Gassmann Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Katie Gassmann TikT...2021-05-2654 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 5: Guest- Taylor McGowan on mixing prints & art teacher styleWelcome to Verve- A Style Podcast with your hosts, Katie Gassmann and Anna Grace Averett. Follow along each week on our social platforms to see our daily outfits and listen every Tuesday to hear our thought process on the who, what, and why of everything that we chose, plus commentary on upcoming trends, the fashion industry, and navigating life in your 20s. Follow IG & Tik Tok @annagraceaverett @katiegassmann --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/vervepodcast/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vervepodcast/message2021-05-1855 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 4: “Cheugy”, 6 keys to a good outfit, & getting dressed for sad daysWelcome to Verve- A Style Podcast with your hosts, Katie Gassmann and Anna Grace Averett. Follow along each week on our social platforms to see our daily outfits and listen every Tuesday to hear our thought process on the who, what, and why of everything that we chose, plus commentary on upcoming trends, the fashion industry, and navigating life in your 20s. Follow IG & Tik Tok @annagraceaverett @katiegassmann --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vervepodcast/message2021-05-1144 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastMinisode 2: Designer Fakes & DHgateEnjoy this minisode where we discuss counterfeit bags, fake designer items, and buying from DHGate. Learn what’s worth it, what’s not, and if there’s perhaps moral implications? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vervepodcast/message2021-05-0810 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 3: Packing Strategies for Vacation, Finding your aesthetic, & Overcoming fear of people staringWelcome to Verve- A Style Podcast with your hosts, Katie Gassmann and Anna Grace Averett. Follow along each week on our social platforms to see our daily outfits and listen every Tuesday to hear our thought process on the who, what, and why of everything that we chose, plus commentary on current and upcoming trends, the fashion industry, and navigating life in your 20s. Timestamps: Packing Strategies: 01:00-16:11 Outfit Discussion: Katie: 16:12- 30:52 Anna Grace: 30:53-45:52 Question of the Week: 45:53-End --- Send in a...2021-05-0449 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 2: 4/19-23/2021: Platform Crocs, FloridaCore, & Sustainability in FashionWelcome to Verve- A Style Podcast with your hosts, Katie Gassmann and Anna Grace Averett. Follow along each week on our social platforms to see our daily outfits and listen every Tuesday to hear our thought process on the who, what, and why of everything that we chose, plus commentary on current and upcoming trends, the fashion industry, and navigating life in your 20s. Episode 2 Timestamps: Weekly Trend Discussion: 0:37-26:57 Outfit Discussion:  Katie: 26:58- 39:27 Anna Grace: 39:28- 56:56 Question of the Week: 56:57-End Social M...2021-04-271h 12VERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastMinisode 1: Trend Report- Hawaiian PrintJoin Katie and Anna Grace for this mini episode of Verve- The Style Podcast! Today's topic? Hawaiian Print! IG & TikTok: @annagraceaverett @katiegassmann @vervepodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/vervepodcast/message2021-04-2312 minVERVE the style podcastVERVE the style podcastEp. 1: 4/12-16/2021; TikTok trends, Low Rise Jeans, Zip Hoodies & our coveted designer piecesWelcome to Verve- A Style Podcast with your hosts, Katie Gassmann and Anna Grace Averett. Follow along each week on our social platforms to see our daily outfits and listen every Tuesday to hear our thought process on the who, what, and why of everything that we chose, plus commentary on current and upcoming trends, the fashion industry, and navigating life in your 20s. Episode 1: 4/12-4/16: TikTok trends, low rise jeans, zip up hoodies, & our coveted designer pieces. IG: @annagraceaverett @katiegassmann @vervepodcast TikTok ...2021-04-2052 min