Kate McGuire: from Laura Ashley to luxury conversions

Kiri speaks to conversion designer, sustainable fashion activist and founder of Converted Closet, Kate McGuire. Kate tells Kiri how a childhood fascination with Cindy dolls and Bunty magazine evolved into a celebrated career in clothes conversion, turning cherished second-hand pieces into high-end couture collections. Kiri and Kate talk post-pandemic values, the problem of perfectionism, and clothing as an armour or a comfort.Who Are You Wearing is a Little Wander production. The producer is Jo Southerd.Artwork by Mari Phillips @mythsntits Music by Ani Glass. Follow Who Are You Wearing on instagram: @whoyouwearingpod Send us an email: whoyouwearingpod@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices