Fash-Ed

17: Book & Movie Club: The Psychology of Fashion

Discussing a few stand-out points from Fash-Ed's May Book & Movie Club pick, The Psychology of Fashion by Carolyn Mair . June's pick is the movie, Diana Vreeland: The Eye Has To Travel , which we'll talk about in the first Wednesday episode in July! (available to watch free with Amazon Prime ) Read the Psychology of Fashion: Bookshop (buy here to support Fash-Ed!) - physical book Amazon - physical book/e-book/audiobook Diana Vreeland Biography: https://www.britannica.com/biography/Diana-Vree...

16: Fact Monday!: Bucket Bags Were Originally Intended to Carry ___

Due to celebrations, last week's Fact Friday is coming to you on Monday instead! Do you know what these bags were created to hold?! Information Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/20/t-magazine/louis-vuitton-bucket-bag.html Fash-Ed Contact: Email: natalie.labarbera6@gmail.com Instagram: Fash.Ed...

15: Curating Coastal Grandmother

The coastal grandmother trend isn't going anywhere soon and this episode takes a look into where you can get some inspo to style your best coastal grandmother look! "Coastal Grandmother" creator: Lex Nicoleta More Info: https://stylecaster.com/what-is-a-coastal-grandmother/#slide-2 My picks/inspo for Coastal Grandmother style: Mar Y Sol Odette Crossbody Bag Eugenia Kim Lillian Hat Cleobella Boyfriend Dress Pact The Harbour Relaxed Pant Christy Dawn The Bianca Dress Neu Nomads Boyfriend Shirt - S...

14: Fact Friday: Alexander McQueen’s Spring/Summer 2005 Show, It’s Only a Game, Was Inspired by the ___ Scene From ___

This week's Fact Friday connects two of my favorite things! Find out what book/movie scene inspired Alexander McQueen's Spring/Summer 2005 show, It's Only a Game. Information Source: https://blog.metmuseum.org/alexandermcqueen/ensemble-its-only-a-game-2/ Fash-Ed Contact: Email: natalie.labarbera6@gmail.com Instagram: Fash.Ed...

13: Well-Being & Burnout in Fashion Journalism

This episode goes over some key findings from my thesis research on mental health/well-being in fashion journalism and the fashion industry, in general. The small business feature of the week is Whiskey Moon Boutique! Some information sources (please reach out for specific references!): Flourish by Dr. Martin Seligman - Amazon (kindle, hardback, paperback, audiobook), Bookshop (*supports local bookstores, paperback, ebook, audiobook) CNNhealth Burnout may be changing your brain. Here's what to d...

12: Fact Friday: Only 1 in ___ Women Meets the Requirements for a Model's Size & Shape + Fash-Ed Book & Movie Club!

This week's fact is about creating realistic expectations around body image. The episode also introduces Fash-Ed's new book + movie club, starting out with Carolyn Mair's The Psychology of Fashion for mental health month! You can purchase the book here: Amazon (Kindle & paperback), Barnes & Noble (paperback & Nook), or Bookshop (paperback *supports local bookstores) & we will discuss the first Wednesday in June (please send an email if you'd like to be a guest on that episode!). ...

11: Met Gala Bests & Supporting the Condé Nast Union (CW: Roe v. Wade)

CW: Please be aware that at the beginning of this episode I discuss opinions on standing with Roe v. Wade. Although this is a fashion podcast, it's my belief that a platform should always be used to discuss crucial issues at hand. If abortion is triggering for you, please skip to 6:15 to avoid this topic (or just join again for the next episode!). After sharing resources, this episode gets back to fashion issues, discussing my Met Gala favorites from this past Monday (for some much-needed lightn...

10: Fact Friday: Tickets To the Very First Met Gala Cost ___

The prices of Met Gala tickets have changed quite a bit since its inception in 1948 by Eleanor Lambert! To kick off your weekend Met Gala festivities, listen to this episode to find out the price of a ticket to the very first Met Gala. Information Source: https://wwd.com/fashion-news/fashion-scoops/met-gala-history-how-it-turned-from-fundraiser-to-fashions-biggest-night-1235167840/ Fash-Ed Contact Information: Email: natalie.labarbera6@gmail.com Instagram: Fash.Ed...

9: Key Takeaways from Made in Bangladesh on Fashion Garment Workers

This episode goes over 3 main takeaways that I got out of watching the documentary Made in Bangladesh, which displays first-hand accounts from garment workers working in the fashion industry in Bangladesh. The intention of this episode is to increase awareness and reinforce the importance of supporting garment worker rights and improving working conditions. Documentary: Made In Bangladesh Causes to Support: Fashion Revolution #PayYourWorkers Labour Behind The Label Small Business Feature: Abacax...

8: Fact Friday: ___ Started the Tradition of Wearing New Clothes on Easter in the Year ___

Happy Easter weekend to those who celebrate! This fact Friday, learn just how far back the tradition of wearing new clothes for Easter dates. Information Source: https://www.syracuse.com/life-and-culture/g66l-2019/04/4493b837253095/before-buying-your-new-clothes-check-out-these-vintage-easter-fashion-newspaper-ads.html ( Fashion Revolution Week Events ) Fash-Ed contact: Email: natalie.labarbera6@gmail.com Instagram...

7: Ethical Shopping Resources (part 1)

In this episode of Fash-Ed, I talk about why I love Good on You & Shoptiques as ethical shopping resources (more to come in a part 2 with cruelty-free shopping resources!) and share Hudson Houndstooth as the small business feature of the week. Resource Links: Good on You Shoptiques Hudson Houndstooth: website ~ Instagram ~ TikTok Fash-Ed: Email: natalie.labarbera6@gmail.com Instagram...

6: Fact Friday: Marie Antoinette Had A Clothing Budget of _____

Start thinking of your guess now! This Fact Friday learn the amount of money Marie Antoinette had for a clothing budget. Information Source: Deluxe: How Luxury Lost It's Luster by Dana Thomas Fash-Ed Instagram: instagram.com/fash.ed Fash-Ed Email: natalie.labarbera6@gmail.com

5: Deciphering Dopamine Dressing

In this episode of Fash-Ed, we talk about dopamine dressing. I highlight some myths about the trend and talk about the psychology behind pleasurable dressing. The small business feature for the week is Madhappy (& The Local Optimist ). Other shoutouts: Ghanda Clothing , Big Bud Press , & Abacaxi Information Sources: Verywell Mind, Dopamine Dressing: How to Dress For Your Happiness in 2022 Harper's Bazaar, Should we all be dopamine dressing? Fash-Ed Instagram: instagram.com/fash.ed Fash-E...

4: Fact Friday: Medieval Poulaine Shoes Could Be Up to ___ Feet Long!

A super short Fact Friday on Medieval Poulaine shoes - turn this episode on while you're getting ready & learn how crazy long these shoes could be! Info Sources: https://www.buzzfeed.com/hilarywardle/giant-dresses-and-lotus-scented-lard https://fashionhistory.fitnyc.edu/poulaine/ International Committee of the Red Cross: https://www.icrc.org Fash-Ed Instagram: instagram.com/fash.ed Fash-Ed Email: natalie.labarbera6@gmail.com...

3: All About Materials: Let's Talk MYLO Mushroom Leather & Why We Need a Safer Leather Alternative

In this week's Fash-Ed episode, we start out with the ethical and environmental dilemma between real leather and typical faux leather alternatives. Then, we talk about the exciting new MYLO mushroom leather material created in collaboration with Bolt Threads that's providing hope for a more eco-friendly and less damaging leather future. This week's small business feature is Life Lovers Magazine. *note* there is a bit of background noise at the beginning of this episode, but I couldn't bring myse...

2: Fact Friday: Fashion is the ___ largest polluter in the world!

This episode includes a short intro to Fash-Ed's Fact Friday episodes, which will typically be a super short episode to help you learn one new fashion fact in the time it takes to brush your teeth. This week, we're focusing on pollution from the fashion industry. Information source: https://www.sustainyourstyle.org/en/whats-wrong-with-the-fashion-industry#anchor-environmental-impact Fash-Ed Instagram & Email: instagram.com/fash.ed natalie.labarbera6@gmail.com...

1: Intro to Fash-Ed & a Super Brief History of New York Fashion Week

Hi! Welcome to Fash-Ed! This first episode is an introduction to the podcast & me, Natalie, the person behind the mic. I also go over a brief history of New York Fashion Week and wrap up the episode with a small business feature on Dazey LA. Information Sources: https://www.vogue.co.uk/arts-and-lifestyle/article/article/history-of-new-york-fashion-week https://www.crfashionbook.com/fashion/g15958049/new-york-fashion-week-facts/ 10% off DazeyLA CODE: NATALIENPBB Fash-Ed Instagram: instagram.c...

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