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The Who What Wear Podcast

Who What Wearwww.whowhatwear.com

From the creators of Who What Wear—your trusted source for celebrity style, the latest fashion and beauty trends, and shopping suggestions—comes The Who What Wear Podcast. Think of it as your direct line to the designers, stylists, beauty experts, editors, and tastemakers who are shaping the fashion and beauty world. Each week, we'll cover everything from the latest emerging trends and talent to candid conversations with industry icons. This is what style sounds like.

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Episodes

Who What Wear Travels: The Aeolian Islands

This week, fashion editor Anna LaPlaca is bringing us inside Who What Wear's summer travel guide to the Aeolian Islands. She's tapped a variety of experts to find the best hotels, the can't-miss restaurants, and the beaches with the most jaw-dropping views. Plus, she dishes on all the must-pack trends for the summer. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Jun 28, 202328 minEp. 117

Liat Baruch Talks Styling Tips, Working With Sofia Richie, and the Investment Pieces That Are Actually Worth It

Liat Baruch is a celebrity stylist and personal shopper. Widely known for her work with the Richie family, Baruch was one of the genius minds behind the viral looks for Sofia Richie's recent France wedding that set the internet ablaze. She's here to talk about creating those next-level looks and give us her best advice on honing our personal style, the pieces worth investing in, and how to shop like a professional. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ...

Jun 21, 202330 minEp. 116

Charlotte Palermino on Creating Dieux Skin and How to Layer Products Like a Pro

Charlotte Palermino is the CEO and co-founder of the skincare company Dieux Skin. If you’ve been on Instagram in the past few years, chances are you’ve seen Dieux Skin’s Forever Eye Masks or best-selling Deliverance serum grace your timeline. With an emphasis on sustainable packaging, result-driven formulas, and ingredients backed by clinical studies, Dieux Skin has gone absolutely viral. Today, Palermino talks about everything from just how to apply her maximalist product routine to the only th...

Jun 14, 202338 minEp. 115

Halle Bailey on Starring in The Little Mermaid

In this episode, we bring you behind the scenes of our June cover with Who What Wear’s vice president of social media, MacKenzie Green, and actress and singer Halle Bailey. You may know Bailey as one half of the Grammy-nominated R&B duo, Chloe x Halle, or from her role in the Freeform series, Grown-ish . Now, she’s making a splash as the newest Disney princess in the live-action movie, The Little Mermaid . She’s here to talk about everything that went into making the incredible film, includi...

Jun 07, 202328 minEp. 114

Red Carpet Recap: The It Celebs, Trends, and Designers Everyone Is Talking About

Senior fashion editor Allyson Payer brings us inside her brand-new story "Red Carpet Recap: The It Celebs, Trends, and Designers Everyone Is Talking About." For this story, Allyson tapped experts—including celebrity stylist Tara Swennen; Catherine Kallon, the founder and editor of Red Carpet Fashion Awards; and even the social media management platform Dash Hudson—for the scoop on what went the most viral and why. Tune in to hear who she deemed the It celebs of the season, the designers making t...

May 31, 202331 minEp. 113

The Jonas Brothers on Teen Stardom, New Music, and Fatherhood

In today’s episode, associate fashion editor Yusra Siddiqui sits down with Who What Wear May cover stars the Jonas Brothers. Four years after the release of Happiness Begins , Nick, Kevin, and Joe are back with The Album, and they’re here to break down everything from key influences to their creative process to how their dynamic as brothers and as musicians has evolved over the years. Plus, they’re diving into the style direction that they’re each excited to showcase on tour. See Privacy Policy ...

May 24, 202330 minEp. 112

Summer Wedding Dressing Decoded—What to Wear Where

This week, Hillary is joined by shopping editor Indya Brown and Associate Director of Special Projects Kristen Nichols, who are here to tell us everything we need to know to be the best dressed wedding guests at any and all summer nuptials. They’re breaking down what exactly constitutes the various levels of formality you may see on an invite, the trends that your most stylish friend will definitely be adorned in, and the practical factors to take into consideration to make sure you have a fun t...

May 17, 202334 minEp. 111

The State of Style With Fashion Editor Anna LaPlaca

Today, fashion editor Anna LaPlaca is back on the show to discuss her brand-new story State of Style. In this deep-dive piece, Anna brings us inside what’s hot in the style zeitgeist right now. She’s tapped industry experts to explain the multitude of factors that influence what we’re seeing take center stage at the moment, including fashion psychology and history. You’re going to want to stick around for it all, from the rise of puddle pants to the origins of quiet luxury. Read State of Style h...

May 10, 202326 minEp. 110

Aurora James on Her Brilliant (and Heartbreaking) New Memoir, Wildflower

Thought leader, founder, designer, activist, and author Aurora James may be best known as the founder of the accessories and footwear brand Brother Vellies, which has supported artisan communities across Africa and beyond. In 2020, she launched the Fifteen Percent Pledge, a call to action for major corporations to create sustainable and supportive ecosystems for Black-owned business which has signed on companies like Sephora and Nordstrom. On this episode however, she’s here to discuss her highl...

May 03, 202342 minEp. 109

With Jéan: Creating a Cult-Followed Fashion Label By Sami Lorking-Tanner and Evangeline Titilas

Independent fashion label With Jéan’s viral designs (such as its cult-favorite Andy dress, signature corsets, and best-selling ribbon-trimmed silhouettes) have been spotted on everyone from Rosalía to Bella Hadid. On this episode, founders Sami Lorking-Tanner and Evangeline Titilas join Hillary to discuss bringing their vision to life, what to expect from their upcoming drops, and the items on repeat in their own wardrobes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy N...

Apr 26, 202331 minEp. 108

How to Optimize Your Closet and Define Your Style With Wardrobe Specialist Allison Bornstein

Allison Bornstein is a stylist, wardrobe specialist, and content creator popular for her signature systems outlining how to optimize your style and closet. On this episode, she walks Hillary through her signature closet editing system, the three-word method for defining your style, the seven questions you should ask when buying a new item, and so much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Apr 19, 202336 minEp. 107

WWW 100: Your Definitive (and Exhaustive) Guide to Spring Shopping

Hillary talks to Editorial Director Lauren Eggertsen about our brand-new seasonal series, Who What Wear 100. For this story, Lauren created the ultimate spring shopping guide featuring 100 editor-approved products across every major category, including season-defining It buys and must-have wardrobe staples. Essentially, it’s your shopping bible. Shop the story here: https://www.whowhatwear.com/who-what-wear-100-spring See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice ...

Apr 12, 202328 minEp. 106

Mara Founder Allison McNamara on Skincare Formulations, Actives, and Product Cycling

Allison McNamara is the founder of Mara skincare. Previously an on-camera host for outlets like PopSugar and E!, today, Allison is known as a force within the skincare space, launching Mara with a single innovative SKU: the Universal Face Oil. The brand is beloved by everyone from Chrissy Teigan to Hailey Bieber and has now expanded to include a tight yet robust product assortment. She’s here to discuss what it’s been like building her brand from the ground up, including formulations, active ing...

Apr 05, 202335 minEp. 105

Janessa Leoné on Signature Hats and Regenerative Agriculture

Since 2013, accessory designer and founder Janessa Leoné’s eponymous line of hats and accessories has been coveted by fashion editors and celebrities alike. Now entering her 10th year of business, Leoné is shifting her brand focus to something somewhat unexpected: regenerative agriculture. She’s here to talk about it all, plus how to wear her favorites from the spring collection and the packing essentials that stay in her carry-on bag. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californ...

Mar 29, 202335 minEp. 104

Daisy Jones & the Six Costume Designer Denise Wingate on Creating '70s-Era Magic

Denise Wingate is the costume designer behind the new Amazon show Daisy Jones & the Six . The series is an adaptation of the beloved book of the same title about a ’70s Laurel Canyon band whose catchy tunes and behind-the-scenes drama seemed to compete for the spotlight. Wingate is here to talk about her process in costuming actors such as Riley Keough and Suki Waterhouse, her own experiences that proved hugely influential, and how to source vintage like a pro. Plus, she shares her favorite ...

Mar 22, 202335 minEp. 103

Jenna Ortega’s Stylist, Enrique Melendez, Breaks Down Wednesday Press Tour and Award Season

Whether you realize it or not, chances are celebrity stylist Enrique Melendez’s work has been on your radar for years. After getting his start with none other than The Black Eyed Peas, he went on to become Will.I.Am ’s personal stylist before working with other massive musicians like Bruno Mars. He’s here to talk about his entire come up within the industry and break down the evolution of his work with his client of six years: actress Jenna Ortega. Tune in to hear about everything that went into...

Mar 15, 202338 minEp. 102

Rachel Zegler on Spielberg, Stardom, and Her Upcoming Role as Snow White

In this episode, we bring you behind the scenes of our March beauty cover with Who What Wear beauty editor Katie Berohn and actress Rachel Zegler. Zegler is best known for her part in Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story , but her career is just getting started. She’s here to talk about upcoming projects like Shazam! Fury of the Gods , The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes , and the new live-action adaptation of Disney’s Snow White . Plus, Zegler shares her real thoughts about socia...

Mar 08, 202339 minEp. 101

Maggie Bullock Pulls Back the Curtain on America's Preppiest Brand in New Book

Journalist Maggie Bullock began her career in the beauty department of Vogue before spending 13 years at Elle , where she oversaw the fashion and beauty pages and wrote her fair share of celebrity profiles. In her new book, The Kingdom of Prep: The Inside Story of the Rise and (Near) Fall of J.Crew , Bullock shares the definitive history of J.Crew, including all of its juicy internal politics and the backstories of larger-than-life characters Mickey Drexler and Jenna Lyons, plus the history of t...

Mar 01, 202342 minEp. 100

Storm Reid on The Last of Us, Euphoria, and What’s Next

For Who What Wear’s February cover interview, editor Jasmine Fox-Suliaman sits down with the incredible actress Storm Reid. Best known for her standout performances in projects like 12 Years a Slave, A Wrinkle in Time, and Euphoria , at just 19 years old, Storm is already a force within Hollywood. In this episode, the pair discuss the significance of the roles within Reid’s catalogue thus far; her intentionality within a notoriously challenging industry; and her newest project, HBO’s series adap...

Feb 22, 202340 minEp. 99

Live From FW23 New York Fashion Week: This Season's Biggest Trends, Shows, and Viral Moments

Hillary passes the show over to Who What Wear fashion editors Anna LaPlaca and Eliza Huber, who are coming to us straight off the heels of New York Fashion Week. After seeing what this season’s showing designers have in store for us for their fall/winter 2023 collections, the ladies are here to break down the trends they’re spotting and the moments that have already broken the internet. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-...

Feb 15, 202347 minEp. 98

Thomas Christos Kikis on Dressing Gabrielle Union and the Importance of Tailoring

Celebrity stylist Thomas Christos Kikis is responsible for the incredible looks worn by women like Amelie Zilber, Zaya Wade, and the one and only Gabrielle Union. On this episode, Thomas talks about finding his way to the top of the styling industry, the incredible body of work he’s done with Union, and his tips and tricks for owning your own style—including the importance of tailoring and a good pair of loafers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ht...

Feb 08, 202341 minEp. 97

Danielle Sherman—Founder of Sherman Field and Co-Founder of The Row—on Designing Hit After Hit

Danielle Sherman is the founder of the fine jewelry line Sherman Field, known for dreamy hand-linked chains, textured-gold photo lockets, and one-of-a-kind stone earrings and rings. But in addition to her reputation as one of the premier fine jewelers within the fashion industry, Sherman has a wild fashion résumé, which includes co-founding The Row with Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, working as the head designer at Alexander Wang, and serving as the creative director for Edun. She’s here to talk ab...

Feb 01, 202341 minEp. 96

Stylist and Street Style Icon Tina Leung on Bling Empire, House of Slay, and Where to Eat During Fashion Week

Tina Leung, stylist, street style icon, and new star of Bling Empire New York , has been a mainstay of the global fashion scene for years. She’s worked with major brands like Valentino and Loewe, and during the pandemic (alongside other fashion heavy hitters Phillip Lim, Prabal Gurung, Laura Kim, and Ezra William) started the digital series and comic House of Slay , in which superheroes take on "racism, hatred, bullying and fear of the 'other.'" Tina’s here to bring us inside her world—from the ...

Jan 25, 202327 minEp. 95

Ashley Benson’s Signature Style From Trench Coats to Fragrance

Actress and entrepreneur Ashley Benson has gone on to do a number of interesting things since rising to fame in the hit TV series Pretty Little Liars . Last year alone, she starred in Private Property, Loneliest Boy in the World , and the indie slasher film Alone at Night , where she also snagged her first credits as producer and co-writer. Also an entrepreneur, Benson is a co-founder of sunglasses brand Privé Revaux and Thomas Ashbourne Craft Spirits. Most recently, she’s founded her very own p...

Jan 18, 202328 minEp. 94

Sza’s New Style Era With Stylist Alejandra Hernandez

Alejandra Hernandez is both the head designer behind the women’s activewear brand Year of Ours and a prolific Hollywood stylist having worked with artists like Iggy Azalea, Eve, and most recently, the one and only Sza. Alejandra is here to discuss their collaboration ushering in Sza’s new style era, including breaking down the music videos and album artwork for the highly anticipated and record-breaking album, SOS . See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...

Jan 11, 202333 minEp. 93

Madelyn Cline on Breakout Roles, Imposter Syndrome, and Fashion Favorites

Associate fashion editor Yusra Siddiqui sits down with our January cover star, Madelyn Cline. Widely known for her breakout role in the Netflix series Outer Banks and the star-studded film Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery , Madelyn tells Yusra about navigating early success within Hollywood, how she combats imposter syndrome, and what she’s taken from each project thus far. Plus, get a peek behind the scenes of the incredible looks she’s been putting together with stylist Mimi Cutrell. See Priv...

Jan 04, 202331 minEp. 92

Lily Collins Gives Us a Peek Inside Seasons 3—and 4!—of Emily in Paris

Who What Wear editor Anna LaPlaca sits down with our December cover star, Lily Collins, to talk about the star’s massive past few years. They discuss her hit show Emily in Paris , her Netflix feature and first producer credit in Windfall , and her personal life, including her marriage to director Charlie McDowell. Collins explains how she’s managed to find her equilibrium among it all, everything we can expect from the highly anticipated season three of Emily in Paris , and what’s next in her ca...

Dec 14, 202243 minEp. 91

How to Source Fashion Must-Haves From eBay Like a Professional

Hillary Kerr is joined by three members of the WWW team—Editor in Chief Kat Collings, VP of Influencer Marketing Rachel Zeilic, and fashion editor Eliza Huber—who are here to give us their expert tips on how to snag the most stylish finds from eBay. Whether it’s new or vintage, the ladies are breaking down how they sleuthed out their favorite purchases of the past, which luxury items they’re scoping out for the future, and the insider strategy for how to source like a pro. See Privacy Policy at ...

Dec 07, 202234 minEp. 90

Plastic Surgeon Sarmela Sunder Reveals Hollywood’s Most-Requested Facial Procedures

Sarmela Sunder, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained plastic surgeon who specializes in all things face and neck. On this episode, she’s breaking down the results, recovery processes, and risks of surgical and nonsurgical procedures, including face-lifts, neck-lifts, nose jobs, and even eye procedures. If you take one peek at her Instagram, which features many recognizable faces, you’ll realize why Sunder is who we’re leaning on as the ultimate authority. See Privacy Policy at https:/...

Nov 30, 202234 minEp. 89

The Inventor of the Nap Dress, Nell Diamond, Talks About Creating a Viral Sensation

Nell Diamond is the founder and CEO of Hill House, a digital-first lifestyle brand offering fashion, home goods, and accessories that bring beauty and joy to everyday rituals. Or as you likely know the brand, the creators of the Nap Dress. Nell is here to talk about designing the cult-favorite item, pivoting her business accordingly, and what’s next for the beloved brand. Plus, she’s sharing her favorite ways she’s seen the collection styled. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and C...

Nov 23, 202228 minEp. 88
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