With summer coming to a close, it was time to throw some fall fashion questions Barrett's way. From chunky boots to trousers to fuzzy cardigans, Barrett outlined several gender-neutral trends to look out for this autumn. Will also forced Barrett to help him with a conundrum he has to confront next week — packing for Italy for 10 days in just a carry-on. And, of course, we ran through some wishlist items. Next episode of Retail Therapy? Yep — our first ever listener questions episode. To get prio...
Aug 31, 2022•1 hr 3 min
The viral conversation surrounding the "quiet quitting" phenomenon, five items to add to your fall Panic Room, and some posture tips from Sally because we could all stand to sit up straighter. Subscribe to the Sunday Scaries newsletter: www.willdefries.substack.com Shop the Sunday Scaries Scented Candles: www.vellabox.com/sundayscaries Support This Week's Sponsors Earlybird: www.earlybirdcbd.com (WICKS for 20% off) Betterhelp: www.betterhelp.com/scaries (10% off your first month) Follow Along Su...
Aug 28, 2022•24 min
Is there a right answer to whether or not you need a top sheet as a part of your bedding? Does the world *need* pickle martinis? Can guys wear cowboy boots in the same care-free way that women can? Answers to those questions and more during this week's episode of Retail Therapy that also dives into Pete Davidson's new rom-com called "Meet Cute" and some wishlist additions from both Barrett and Will. Subscribe to the new Sunday Scaries YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel Retail Therapy Liste...
Aug 21, 2022•1 hr
The anxiety of trying to lock down a dinner reservation on short notice, the thought process and feelings behind being in a funk, and a meditation for anyone avoiding their bank account balance after a blurry weekend. Subscribe to the Sunday Scaries newsletter: www.willdefries.substack.com Shop the Sunday Scaries Scented Candles: www.vellabox.com/sundayscaries Support This Week's Sponsors Vizzy: www.vizzyhardseltzer.com/washed Follow Along Sunday Scaries on Twitter: www.twitter.com/sundayscaries...
Aug 14, 2022•21 min
This week's listener questions touch on the inspiration for today's Long Weekend candle release, thoughts on wood wick candles, relaxation techniques when travel and social calendars start to fill up, finding motivation when you feel drained, running various social media accounts in various voices, moving back to your hometown, Love Island, cheugy trends that deserve a comeback, all-time favorite airports (and my least favorite airport), go-to drinkware, favorite Tumblr follows, and more. Shop t...
Aug 07, 2022•23 min
Martha Stewart's unexpected collaboration with Anti Social Social Club, the stranglehold that Airpods Max headphones have over celebrities and influencers, a critical look at the new fall collection from Brendon Babenzien for J. Crew, and some wishlist items — yep, another trademark episode of Retail Therapy. The *New* Sunday Scaries YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCIkZKFQxKPiCdE_p3Cpbh6A Retail Therapy Listener Companions: www.willdefries.substack.com Support This Week's Sponsors Earl...
Aug 03, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Is there a male equivalent for Hot Girl Walks or should we just start doing Hot Girl Walks? Is Emily Ratajkowski entering her single era? How much do we need to shame Kylie Jenner for her frivolous private flights, if at all? Is rosé cheugy? Answers to those questions and more in this week's edition of Retail Therapy. Retail Therapy Listener Companions: www.willdefries.substack.com Shop the Sunday Scaries Scented Candles: www.vellabox.com/sundayscaries Support This Week's Sponsors Thrive Market:...
Jul 24, 2022•1 hr 5 min
A list of completely unnecessary anxieties you feel while being a house guest, five clothing items I wish I could pull off this season, and Sally joins the program to talk about doomscrolling — and how she tries to avoid it. Subscribe to the Sunday Scaries newsletter: www.willdefries.substack.com Shop the Sunday Scaries Scented Candles: www.vellabox.com/sundayscaries Support This Week's Sponsors Bruush: www.bruush.com/scaries (20% off) Theragun: www.therabody.com/scaries Follow Along Sunday Scar...
Jul 17, 2022•34 min
This week's episode features a look at the glory and history of the classic Dark & Stormy cocktail, a ranking of the five best non-alcoholic drinks that your hungover body craves, and how Circling Back's Dillon Cheverere spends his ideal Sundays. Subscribe to the Sunday Scaries newsletter: www.willdefries.substack.com Shop the Sunday Scaries Scented Candles: www.vellabox.com/sundayscaries Support This Week's Sponsors Bruush: www.bruush.com/scaries (20% off) Betterhelp: www.betterhelp.com/sca...
Jul 10, 2022•24 min
Tired of having to take bathroom breaks on your way to The Hamptons? Hoping to tighten the budget by making homemade perfume? Are Sambas dead? Answers to those questions and more in today's episode. We also discuss some wishlist moves, Below Deck, Winklevoss twins, and more. Subscribe to the Sunday Scaries newsletter: www.willdefries.substack.com Listen to Barrett on Club Cool: www.apple.co/3M3VFYu Shop the Sunday Scaries Scented Candles: www.vellabox.com/sundayscaries Support This Week's...
Jul 06, 2022•1 hr 4 min
On this special holiday weekend episode, Will takes a bunch of listener questions including the best cocktail and app pairings, what's in his duffel and tote for a long weekend at a lakehouse, the best and worst parts of hotels, signature cocktails, black tie weddings, your significant other not knowing anyone at a wedding, "day of" activities for brides and grooms, best hungover Grateful Dead songs, Love Island one-liners, summertime in Northern Michigan, current reads, and more. Subscribe to t...
Jul 03, 2022•24 min
The rise of 'caviar bumps' at New York City dinner parties, Dior's $9,000 gardening collaboration, the beauty of a good tote bag, Will's Ladcore Quote of the Week, and some wishlist/imminent cop list additions. Retail Therapy Listener Companions: www.willdefries.substack.com Shop the Sunday Scaries Scented Candles: www.vellabox.com/sundayscaries Support This Week's Sponsors NordVPN: www.nordvpn.com/scaries (Big discount + Free Threat Protection + 1 additional month for free) Bruush: www.bruush.c...
Jun 26, 2022•1 hr 9 min
A look at transitioning to a four-day workweek to hopes of improving your work/life balance, the beauty of a trademark Good Mail Day, and a meditation aiding in getting you to the grocery store on your hungover Sunday. Subscribe to the Sunday Scaries newsletter: www.willdefries.substack.com Shop the Sunday Scaries Scented Candles: www.vellabox.com/sundayscaries Support This Week's Sponsors Firstleaf: www.tryfirstleaf.com/scaries (6 bottles of wine for $29.95 and free shipping) L’Oreal: https://r...
Jun 19, 2022•24 min
Three summer scented candle recommendations, ruminating on why you shouldn't shy away from a quiet night in, and a guide to depuffing and reducing bloat with summer with Sally "Salgal" deFries. Subscribe to the Sunday Scaries newsletter: www.willdefries.substack.com Shop the Sunday Scaries Scented Candles: www.vellabox.com/sundayscaries Support This Week's Sponsors Grove: www.grove.com/scaries (free gift!) Vizzy: www.vizzyhardseltzer.com/washed Follow Along Sunday Scaries on Twitter: www.twitter...
Jun 12, 2022•30 min
On the heels of a big weekend, we were feeling pretty gross and puffy which (obviously) introduced a Hailey Bieber-inspired discussion surrounding lymphatic drainage massages. We also dip into the bougie summer vacations of professional athletes, Love Island UK's separation from fast fashion, and some wishlist additions. Listener Companion for today's episode: willdefries.substack.com Listen to Barrett on Club Cool: www.apple.co/3M3VFYu Subscribe to the Sunday Scaries newsletter: www.willdefries...
Jun 08, 2022•52 min
In this month's listener questions, Will goes through his unwritten rules of Venmo, new recipe resources, The New York Times's 36 Questions That Lead to Love, summer airport fits, his travel itinerary for Italy this summer, farmers' market vibes, coming down from weekends that give you an emotional high, what he wish he knew going into wedding planning, and how the podcast gained traction in its early days. Subscribe to the Sunday Scaries newsletter: www.willdefries.substack.com Shop the Sunday ...
Jun 05, 2022•21 min
Formula Bone's Jared Borislow joins the show to discuss all things F1, Monaco GP, and how he spends his Sundays. Through our conversation, we covered the history of the Monaco GP, why casual race fans should get invested, how to get into F1, and so much more. Listen to Jared's Formula Bone F1 Show: www.apple.co/38Q10Eo Subscribe to the Sunday Scaries newsletter: www.willdefries.substack.com Shop the Sunday Scaries Scented Candles: www.vellabox.com/sundayscaries Follow Along Sunday Scaries on Twi...
May 27, 2022•36 min
We've achieved The Holy Trinity of Retail Therapy: Goop, Aime Leon Dore, and Ladcore. Gwyneth Paltrow's company Goop has announced their very-off-brand summer cruise experience, brands are making it more and more difficult to give them your money for expensive products you love, and the lads are officially taking over this summer's fashion scene. We also add some items to our wishlists/imminent cops, and more. Retail Therapy Listener Companions: www.willdefries.substack.com Listen to Barre...
May 25, 2022•53 min
A tribute to the post-bender lunch smoothie, discussing how valuable support systems can be for people with anxiety, and the areas (also known as "Accumulation Zones") of your apartment that get completely disrespected. Subscribe to the Sunday Scaries newsletter: www.willdefries.substack.com Shop the Sunday Scaries Scented Candles: www.vellabox.com/sundayscaries Shop Sunday Scaries Merch: www.sunday-scaries.shop Support This Week's Sponsors Vizzy: www.vizzyhardseltzer.com/washed First Leaf: www....
May 22, 2022•21 min
A more bite-sized surprise episode of Retail Therapy that covers everything from the 'Clean Girl' aesthetic (and it's 'Feral Girl' counterpart) to Anna Wintour's $77 lunch to Producer Randy's Shein dilemma. Of course, we also add some items to our wishlists and create a new list of sorts titled our "Imminent Cops." Retail Therapy Listener Companions (complete with wishlists): www.willdefries.substack.com Listen to Barrett on Club Cool: www.apple.co/3M3VFYu Shop the Sunday Scaries Scented Candles...
May 18, 2022•37 min
Our most-requested guest has returned — Sally deFries, also known to others as SalGal. In her quest to match Hailey Bieber’s #GlazedDonutSummer campaign, she takes us through her entire skincare routine, calls out some of her favorite products, discusses which celebs she’d want to trade skin with, and more. She also takes us through her travel essentials, how SalGals even came to be in the first place, and a rapid-fire round of questions ranging from her vacation wardrobe to Whole30 to her drink...
May 15, 2022•36 min
With summer creeping up and new clothes arriving in the mail, it was time to discuss what’s on everyone’s minds: mesh shirts and spray tans. Barrett takes Will through the process and benefits of getting a spray tan, Will gives his rules for not being self-conscious in revealing mesh/lace shirts, and more. On the back-end of the episode, they also break down the peculiar Aime Leon Dore x Woolrich Fly Fishing drop and add some items to their wishlists. Listen to Barrett on Club Cool: www.apple.co...
May 11, 2022•50 min
A look at 'relaxation-induced anxiety' (otherwise known as 'stresslaxing'), five steps to making sure day drinking doesn't ruin your Monday, and a meditation to inspire you to do something active with your Sunday... or not, it's up to you. Subscribe to the Sunday Scaries newsletter: www.willdefries.substack.com Shop the Sunday Scaries Scented Candles: www.vellabox.com/sundayscaries Shop Sunday Scaries Merch: www.sunday-scaries.shop Support This Week's Sponsors Ladder: www.ladderlife.com/scaries ...
May 08, 2022•24 min
This month’s listener questions include favorite/recent athleisure brands, preparing for a big party weekend out of town, how soon is too soon to invite new friends out, this summer’s aesthetic and signature cocktail, Will’s top-five current Instagram follows, recent clothing and shoe finds, a ranking of drinking vessels, and a rapid-fire round. Subscribe to the Sunday Scaries newsletter: www.willdefries.substack.com Shop the Sunday Scaries Scented Candles: www.vellabox.com/sundayscaries Shop Su...
May 01, 2022•23 min
Barrett and Will finally did it — they created the most Will deFries episode of Retail Therapy they possibly could. Leading off with talk about the resurgence of martinis in "going out" culture, they then dive into two aesthetics that are very much on the rise — 'blokecore' centered around UK soccer culture, and 'Coastal Grandma' which is essentially just dressing like you're a character in Something's Gotta Give . They also talk about John Mayer's Sob Rock Tour and add some items to the wishlis...
Apr 27, 2022•1 hr 7 min
A boozy episode for this wonderful Sunday — the life-saving "Holy Trinity" of brunch drinks, a tribute to (and a history of) mint juleps and The Kentucky Derby, and a reason why reaching your accomplishments doesn't feel as good as it should. Subscribe to Sunday Scaries newsletter: www.willdefries.substack.com Shop the Sunday Scaries Scented Candles: www.vellabox.com/sundayscaries Shop Sunday Scaries Merch: www.sunday-scaries.shop Support This Week's Sponsors Earlybird: www.earlybirdcbd.com (SCA...
Apr 24, 2022•20 min
A surprise episode of Retail Therapy where Will and Barrett cover all things Shein — their recent investment, the insane amount of products added to their site daily, and a greater conversation about the harms of fast fashion in general. Being that it's #BigSaladSeason, they also discuss big salad recipes, favorite salad toppings, low bowls (obviously), and more. And to finish things out, they dive into the aestheticless aesthetic and add some items to their wishlists (which you can see in full ...
Apr 17, 2022•1 hr 9 min
This Sunday's episode includes five heart-stopping moments that will temporarily ruin your Sunday, a new segment of 'Worth The Splurge' that looks at body washes from Le Labo, and why 'self-care' doesn't always mean being healthy. Subscribe to The Sunday Digest: www.willdefries.substack.com Shop the Sunday Scaries Scented Candles: www.vellabox.com/sundayscaries Shop Sunday Scaries Merch: www.sunday-scaries.shop Support This Week's Sponsors Ladder: www.ladderlife.com/scaries Ten Thousand: www.ten...
Apr 10, 2022•19 min
This month's listener questions include (but are certainly not limited to) the ideal workday morning routine, the five best occasions to get hammered with little consequence, spring playlists, living in any country outside the United States, making friends at a wedding where you know no one, pre-wedding advice, two ideal coffee table scenarios, the most relaxing thing I've ever done, and a bunch of rapid-fire questions ranging from calming documentaries to Trader Joe's products to Birkenstocks &...
Apr 03, 2022•21 min
Whether it was the pandemic or just the shifting vibes, there's been a tangible change when it comes to eclectic fashion — and it may be stemming from our aunts. Barrett and Will dive into the newly coined term 'Auntwave' stemming from Blackbird Spyplane. On the latter half of the episode, they dive into monochromatic fashion and matching sets — from Vanity Fair's Oscar party to airports to your couch. And as always, they make some additions to their running wishlists as well. Subscribe to The S...
Mar 30, 2022•57 min
