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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.

Emily Hikade is the founder and CEO of Petite Plume Luxury Sleepwear. Made with chemical-free cotton and impeccable attention to detail and comfort, the European-inspired pajamas are carried in over 500 boutiques as well as major retailers such as Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, and J.Crew. Prior to launching a luxury pajama brand in 2015, though, Hikade’s life looked majorly different. For almost 15 years, she lived and worked in the Middle East and East Africa focused on counterterrorism as a member of the CIA. Tune in to hear how a near-death experience changed the entire course of her career journey and about the surprising skills that carried over.

Academy Award–winning costume designer Ruth Carter has spent over three decades in film, television, and theater, where she’s collaborated with prolific directors such as Spike Lee, Steven Spielberg, and Ava DuVernay and run costume departments for films such as Do the Right Thing, Malcolm X, Selma, Amistad, and, of course, Black Panther. On this episode, Carter breaks down how she fuses rich cultural histories with futuristic technology in her designs in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.

Mary Lawless Lee became widely known by the moniker Happily Grey when she began her fashion and lifestyle blog as a creative outlet back in 2012. Today, her well-respected brand has an audience of over 2.6 million, plus a brick-and-mortar store in Nashville carrying Mary’s curated assortment of apparel, kids, accessories, and home goods. Mary has also broken into wellness with her mom-focused, vegan skincare line, Nemah, and most recently became an author with Happily Grey: Stories, Souvenirs, and Everyday Wonders from the Life In Between. But back before all the fashion, beauty, media, and entrepreneurship, Mary spent seven years as a cardiovascular intensive care nurse. Tune in to hear the surprising lessons that she’s carried between careers and the many lessons she’s learned along the way.

Market Director Bobby Schuessler, market editor Indya Brown, and assistant market editor Yusra Siddiqui join Hillary to talk about holiday gift giving. Bobby has a million ideas for what to give the men in our lives, Yusra brings her Gen Z lens to her gift guide, and home expert Indya is offering the chicest suggestions to deck out anyone’s halls. From affordable to splurge-worthy gifts, you’ll want to hear about them all. Plus, everyone's sharing what they're secretly hoping to receive for themselves this year.

Jeanine Lobell is a legend within the beauty industry, and her career has evolved a number of times. She made a name for herself as a makeup artist working on covers of Vogue, W, and Vanity Fair with stars like Cate Blanchett, Natalie Portman and Nicole Kidman. She then took a major leap into the world of beauty products, founding Stila Cosmetics and pioneering paper packaging and a playful approach to makeup that resonated with a new generation of consumers. Now, she’s one-upped herself once again with the creation of her direct-to-consumer beauty brand Neen, which she launched just last April. With Neen, Jeanine created the first-ever subscription card including five peel-back makeup swatches encouraging the consumer to try out new creative looks, but only invest in the items they truly fall in love with. Hear how she’s built, sold, and pioneered brands that have changed the beauty landscape for the better on this week’s episode.

Celebrity hair colorist Matt Rez is known for his transformational work, including making Hailey Bieber a brunette and Kendall Jenner a redhead—two moments that kicked off arguably the biggest hair trends in recent history. On this episode, Matt brings us inside his legendary hair transformations, discusses his signature mid-light technique, and, of course, offers his predictions for the next major color trend.

By now, you may have seen Brightland’s gorgeous bottles adorn the aisles of your local grocery store. The brand offers high-quality olive oils, honeys, and vinegars that stand apart from their mass-produced shelf mates with a focus on integrity and transparency. The woman behind the brand is founder and CEO Aishwarya Iyer, who launched the business in 2018 to sellout success within a week, compiling a 1000-person wait list. Now, the brand’s products are available in over 700 stores nationwide in addition to Brightland’s own website. But before Iyer dove into the world of luxurious pantry staples, she spent over a decade in public affairs and corporate communications at various technology companies in both New York City and L.A. And back before that, she began her career in the luxury-products division at Lancôme. Tune in to hear about all the unexpected twists and turns and how they landed Iyer at the helm of a tasty empire.

Head of women’s and kids design at J.Crew, Olympia Gayot, is known for her impeccable use of color, spot-on tailoring, and highly functional designs. Her personal style is nothing short of fantastic too, as thousands on TikTok have noticed, praising her polished but oh-so-cool aesthetic. Olympia is here to give us tips on how to master color theory, how to use masculine and feminine pieces for a perfectly balanced look, and how she’s styling her favourites from the new J.Crew holiday collection.

At just 22 years old, Amira Rasool launched The Folklore as an e-commerce website featuring African-based fashion and homeware brands. The goal was to bring diversity to the fashion landscape here in the United States and to create sustainable revenue streams for designers who weren't being given the global recognition they deserved. Just four years in, Amira has made immense progress: She’s since pivoted the business from a direct-to-consumer model to working directly with other multi-brand retailers such as Farfetch; expanded her business to empower diverse brands in other emerging markets like South America and India; and has become one of the youngest Black women to raise $1M+ in a pre-seed round. But before it all, she was a writer and editor for dozens of top media companies including Time, Vogue, I-D Magazine, Paper Magazine, WWD, and Marie Claire. Tune in to hear how that experience positioned her to become an industry expert equipped to make a massive difference in the global fashion economy.

Fresh off the heels of fashion month, fashion editor Eliza Huber and senior editor Kristen Nichols take us inside their spring/summer 2023 trend report. The ladies break down the new trends we’re seeing emerge for spring and the designers who are doing them best. Plus, the most-viral moments from shows that were all over your timelines—like Bella in that painted-on Coperni dress—and the inside stories you may not have heard unless you were there.

Audie Cornish is an award-winning journalist and reporter who is best known for delivering us news as a co-host of NPR’s flagship news program All Things Considered for 10 years. Over the course of her career, she’s interviewed a range of subjects—from stars such as Bruce Springsteen to political figures such as senator Elizabeth Warren—and reported on major historic events, including 9/11 and the 2008 election of former President Barack Obama. Now, after almost two decades in radio, Cornish is jumping over to a new type of journalism as an on-camera anchor and correspondent for CNN. On this episode, hear how Cornish knew it was time to make a change in her legendary career and what it means to be a student after a long while as the teacher.

Who What Wear Editor in Chief Kat Collings is fresh off a plane from Paris and here to talk about her last seven weeks abroad. From her wedding in the South of France to a honeymoon across Italy to fashion weeks in London and Milan to Rosh Hashanah spent in Tel Aviv, Kat has a lot to fill us in on. Tune in to hear about what she packed for each locale, the major trends she spotted in fashion capitals around the world, and her tips for sourcing the best vintage abroad. Plus, we talk details around our new Sperry boot collab and how to style it for fall.

Jessica Knoll is the New York Times best-selling author of Luckiest Girl Alive and The Favorite Sister, and her work has been published in over 40 languages. Her books are so gripping, in fact, that they’ve both been adapted for film and television, respectively. With that career success also came a pivot, as Knoll has made a name for herself in the industry as a standout screenwriter and producer with even more projects under way. She’s adapting the Reddit short story “I Think My Mother-in-Law Is Trying to Kill Me” for Sony and sold her first original script, ‘Til Death, to Amazon. But back before Knoll was adapting stories for film and television and even before she was writing the books that would inspire them, she was an editor at Self and Cosmo magazines. Tune in to hear how her multifaceted career has unfolded in unexpected and fascinating ways.

Adair Curtis is an acclaimed interior designer and co-founder of JSN Studio—a multidisciplinary design and styling firm he runs with his husband, celebrated stylist Jason Bolden. His clean and elegant aesthetic has landed him countless celebrity clients, features in Architectural Digest, and a new Netflix series, Instant Dream Home. On this episode, Adair walks Hillary through our "Dream Home" feature on Who What Wear, where he dishes on the latest design trends worth investing in. Check out our "Dream Home" feature with Adair here: https://www.whowhatwear.com/home-decor-trends-room-by-room

Yasmin Sewell is the founder of Vyrao, the world’s first well-being brand to fuse energetic healing with master perfumery. With scents like I Am Verdant and Witchy Woo, the brand has designed six personal scents to evoke specific emotional reactions. But before Sewell was building a brand around her love of wellness and energetic connection, she had a legendary career in fashion that included opening an avant-garde boutique in London in the ’90s and working at major retailers Browns, as the buying director, and Farfetch, as the vice president of style and creative. Tune in to this episode to hear what drove Sewell to make the drastic career change, what she thinks being creative is really all about, and why she’s more fulfilled now than ever.

This week, Hillary speaks with Kendra Scott, designer, philanthropist, and founder of her namesake jewelry brand. Since 2002, Scott’s jewelry has been worn by women all over the country, including major celebs such as Mindy Kaling, Gwyneth Paltrow, Zendaya, and Priyanka Chopra. Today, the business is valued at over $1 billion. Behind the business, though, life hasn’t always looked as shiny as Scott's designs. She’s detailing it all in her new book, Born to Shine. Tune in for a sneak peek into everything that went into creating this incredibly personal project. Shop Born to Shine: Do Good, Find Your Joy, and Build a Life You Love here: https://www.amazon.com/Born-Shine-Good-Find-Build/dp/1546002324

Lele Sadoughi is a designer and the owner of Lele Sadoughi. She is best known for her iconic knotted, jeweled headbands seen on women such as Kate Middleton, Lady Gaga, Nicole Kidman, Mindy Kaling, and Naomi Campbell. Before striking out on her own, Sadoughi designed for brands such as Rebecca Taylor, Banana Republic, and Anthropologie. In 2006, she launched the first-ever jewelry collection for J.Crew, creating iconic pieces that are still sold today, including the well-known bubble necklace. In 2012, while working as the jewelry design director at Tory Burch, she entered her second life and founded Lele Sadoughi. In this episode, Sadoughi discusses how she designed jewelry for a whole generation of shoppers and what the winning formula is for creating pieces that are stylish, affordable, and widely appealing. Plus, we dive into her pivot to face masks during the pandemic and how she responded to a global health crisis.

Emma Roberts is an actor and producer best known for her roles in Scream Queens, American Horror Story, Holidate, and We’re the Millers. In this episode, Emma and Hillary dive into their mutual love of reading and how Emma reads books to turn them into screen adaptations for her production company, Belletrist. Emma also shares her dream role and her closet staples and favorites.

Amy Liu is the founder and CEO of Tower 28 Beauty, a modern beauty brand based in Southern California. Its best-selling products—from the SOS Spray to the ShineOn Lip Jelly—offer a makeup experience that’s skin-friendly, effective, and affordable. This episode, hear about how Amy got her foot in the door in the beauty industry and how she used her years of experience as a marketing director at brands such as Smashbox and Josie Maran to create her own company.

This week, Hillary passes the mic to Who What Wear Editor Eliza Huber and Editorial Director Lauren Eggertsen, who are reporting from New York Fashion Week. This episode, hear about the trends our editors are seeing come down runways and what to expect this coming year in terms of styles, colors, and more.

Colette Dong and Aly Giampolo are the co-founders of The Ness, a digital fitness platform and workout studio in New York City. The two first met when they were working as professional dancers, and after finding that they both wanted to move on to the next chapter of their careers, they teamed up to create The Ness, a trampoline-based workout that delivers high-intensity movement with low impact on the body. In this episode, Hillary talks with Aly and Colette about their first lives as dancers and how their training informed their business philosophy. Plus, they discuss the health benefits of bouncing on a mini trampoline and what’s next for this budding fitness empire.

On this week's episode, contributing editor Courtney Higgs sits down with our September cover star, actress Kerry Washington. Washington is best known for her roles in the hit TV shows Scandal and Little Fires Everywhere and films such as Ray and Save the Last Dance. Her latest project, The School for Good and Evil, is a fantasy film set to come out this October, in which she’s appearing with castmates Charlize Theron and Michelle Yeoh. In this episode, Washington and Higgs talk about everything from Washington’s earliest childhood memories of swimming with her family to her purpose as an actor and why she's a self-described textbook Aquarius.

Marina Larroudé is the co-founder and CCO of Larroudé, a shoewear company that boasts cheerful designs paired with luxurious construction. Her shoes are made at a family friend’s factory in Brazil, where Marina is originally from. Since launching two years ago, the brand has sold shoes around the world, online, and in department stores such as Bloomingdale’s and Nordstrom. It has also collaborated with brands such as Oscar de la Renta and Barbie. Prior to starting Larroudé, Marina worked at Vogue Brasil, and after years as a market director across the Condé Nast family, she eventually became the vice president of fashion direction at Barneys New York. In this episode, Marina tells us stories of how she navigated the professional world of fashion, the lucky breaks she got, and how she actually created so much of her luck by putting in the work.

Celebrity colorist Jenna Perry is the owner of Jenna Perry Hair, a studio in New York City that has tamed the tresses of ladies from Dua Lipa to Kendall Jenner and the Hadids. Her signature coloring techniques blend the art of painting hair with the science of formulas and coloring. In this episode, Perry explains her secret to achieving effortless hair color and why low-maintenance styles rule in her book. Plus, she shares how she entered the world of hairstyling and why she believes the best hairstyles shouldn't prevent you from living your life.

Courteney Cox is best known for her iconic role as Monica on the hit sitcom Friends, but she’s also a director, a producer, and now a businesswoman. Her newest project, Homecourt, is a brand of elevated homecare products that aims to deliver goods that are as thoughtfully designed as the skincare we use on our bodies. Think of them as beauty products for the home. Her nontoxic products include dish soap, hand soap, lotion, and surface spray, all formulated by skincare chemists and perfumers. On this episode, Cox gives us a glimpse into her early life growing up in Alabama and explains how a fateful dance with Bruce Springsteen changed the course of her career forever. Plus, she dives into what it’s like to be a business owner and what the process of creating a new brand entailed.

This episode, Who What Wear editor Anna LaPlaca joins Hillary to dish on all things fall fashion. Anna shares her top runway moments, the dominating (and micro!) trends, and, of course, all the must-haves this season. LaPlaca spills on which pieces we should invest in and which we should dig out from the back of our closets. Plus, some key new items that can revamp your wardrobe.

Iskra Lawrence is a British model, activist, and founder of Saltair, a modern bodycare line. She first landed in the spotlight in the aughts when she was a model and spokesperson for the lingerie line brand Aerie, which prominently featured unretouched photos of diverse women. To this day, Iskra does not retouch the images she posts on her social media platforms and is also a brand ambassador for the National Eating Disorders Association. At the beginning of this year, Lawrence started her first business as the founder of Saltair, a modern bodycare company branded as an everyday luxury with scents such as Santal Bloom, Black Tide, Exotic Pulp, and Seascape. This episode, Iskra and Hillary discuss her small-town British origins and what informed her earliest understandings of work. Plus, she shares her tips for financial freedom and what she’s learned as a business owner.

Garance Doré first rose to prominence as one of the original style bloggers, popularizing the idea of going out to the streets and taking photos of beautiful clothes in the wild. Now, she’s the founder of Doré, a skincare brand that champions simple formulas and an even simpler skincare routine. In this episode, hear how Garance first got the idea to start a skincare brand on a silent retreat and why she believes life isn’t meant to be spent in front of the mirror. Plus, she shares her wardrobe staples.

Ara Katz is co-founder and co-CEO of Seed Health, a microbiome-science company pioneering innovations in probiotics and medicine to impact human and planetary health. Her flagship product, the Daily Synbiotic, is a two-in-one daily capsule containing both a probiotic and prebiotic to support gut health. Prior to starting her own science company, Katz co-founded the mobile-commerce startup Spring, where she helped launch ApplePay on the iPhone. On this episode, hear how the death of her mother sparked a lifelong curiosity in human biology and how this interest eventually led her to create a product that she hopes will revolutionize the way we take care of ourselves—starting with our insides. Plus, Katz debunks some common misconceptions around gut health.

On this episode, Who What Wear editor Jasmine Fox-Suliaman speaks with our August cover star – singer-songwriter and model Rina Sawayama. The Japanese and British artist became an instant pop sensation back in 2020 with the release of her debut studio album, Sawayama. Rina’s musical styles range from pop to rock to electronic, and her sophomore album, Hold The Girl, is out this month. Jasmine talked to Rina about her early days as a musician when she modeled to make ends meet, why her music draws so much from trauma, and why it’s important to keep things real, especially when you’re a pop star.

What exactly does “Gah!” mean? According to Lisa Bühler, it’s an outburst of joy and delight at finding something you just absolutely need in your closet. Bühler is the Founder and CEO of Lisa Says Gah, an e-commerce platform that aims to be a home for artists of the fashion industry. After a decade of working in fashion, Lisa observed its toll on the environment as well as how hard it was for smaller labels to compete with big brands. So she set out to create what she calls an “anti shop”—a place where independent design thrives and all products are made ethically and sustainably. Before starting LSG, Lisa worked as an account executive and then as a buyer for Nasty Gal, where she was in charge of sourcing dresses, outerwear, and sweaters. In this episode, Lisa shares everything from how uprooting herself inspired her to start her own business to how she grew revenue a whopping 300% during the pandemic. Plus, she very generously shares some career mistakes she’s made.

Erin believes that what you wear gives you the power to tell your story. Over the years, she’s created looks for Hollywood celebrities like Kerry Washington and Sarah Jessica Parker, and most recently, Anne Hathaway and her unforgettable looks at this year’s Cannes Film Festival. In this episode, hear how Erin got her start in styling, her philosophy around personal style, and her tips for getting dressed in the morning.

Jody Boyman spent her first life traveling the world and photographing its wildest animals for publications such as Time and Life. But as she traveled the world, Boyman increasingly encountered a planet that was hurting from unsustainable food processes. So in 2015, she and her brother, Todd, founded Hungry Planet, a plant-based nutrition company offering meat alternatives for modern lifestyles. With products ranging from chicken to beef to crab, Boyman has created a business with the purpose of feeding the world while helping the environment, its people, and animals. On this episode, she tells the story of how she became co-founder and chief purpose officer of Hungry Planet and what she’s learned from it all. Plus, she shares what it’s like to work closely with a sibling.

Justine Marjan is a celebrity hairstylist and beauty influencer who's styled looks for clients such as Olivia Culpo and Khloé Kardashian. In this episode, hear how Justine’s meteoric rise was fueled by a strong sense of curiosity and grit. Plus, Justine gives her tips on summer haircare.

Ayana Gray’s debut fantasy novel, Beasts of Prey, captured the attention of young-adult readers around the world when it was published last year. It’s since been translated into 10 languages, and it’s even being adapted for a feature film with Netflix. The story follows two Black teenagers as they venture into a magical jungle to hunt down a vicious monster. It’s the first in a trilogy, and her second book, Beasts of Ruin, is out this week. Before becoming a professional writer, Gray worked in higher education, fundraising for the University of Florida and the University of Arkansas. On this episode, Gray shares how her first life as a researcher helped her build the magical world of her series and how she learned to let go and trust her collaborators when the time came to put her pencil down. Plus, she tells the unbelievable story of how she found a whopping 43 agents for her very first book.

On this week’s episode, WWW’s very own market director, Bobby Schuessler, comes on the show to give us his biggest tips for navigating summer sales. He shares his advice on how to score the best pieces at the best prices and the trends it’s not too late to join in on.

Ty Haney has returned to the show! The founder of Outdoor Voices has launched a new venture called Try Your Best—a blockchain-based platform that connects brands to consumers, who give their input for rewards such as digital coins. On this episode, Hillary and Haney discuss why this serial entrepreneur is betting big on the blockchain, how TYB aims to wrestle power from tech, and… the surprising fitness supplement she’s created with cannabinoids.

Dr. Apa is a celebrity-beloved cosmetic dentist whose patients include the Olsen twins, Chloë Sevigny, Lucy Hale, and Spike Lee. He has pioneered a revolutionary technique of creating and setting unique veneers according to a person’s facial structure. In this episode, he gives Hillary the inside scoop on what makes Hollywood smiles look natural. Plus, he’s sharing how to find a dentist you can trust and some tips on oral hygiene that you probably haven’t heard before.

Steph Chen is the founder and CEO of Anyday—a modern cookware brand that makes products just for the microwave. Anyday dishes help you poach, toast, blanch, and even simmer food using the humble microwave. So far, the company has amassed major fans, including Momofuku founder David Chang. Steph was born in Hong Kong and moved to California when she was just three years old. After college, her father invited her to join the family business. Instead, she chose to explore a few different lives: Steph cooked in a restaurant in Hong Kong, worked at a plant-based company called Eat Just, and has even assisted Alice Waters at her iconic Chez Panisse. This episode, hear Steph’s journey to creating her own cookware line centered around the microwave, and why she’s betting big on this overlooked kitchen appliance.

Chris Horan has styled looks for Hollywood’s newest and most-daring generation of entertainers—from Euphoria’s Barbie Ferreira and her pearl dress at the Met Gala to Charli XCX’s all-leather looks for her North American tour. In this episode, hear how Chris began his styling career as a teenager growing up outside Los Angeles. He also shares how he works through his creative process and the essential items he keeps in his kit.

Kimberly Snyder is a nutritionist, holistic wellness expert, best-selling author, and founder of Solluna. After college, Kimberly traveled the world to learn how people eat. She found that the old saying, “You are what you eat” isn’t quite true—rather, you are what you digest. Kimberly took what she learned and wrote the Beauty Detox book series, while also working as a Hollywood nutritionist for clients like Drew Barrymore, Reese Witherspoon, and Channing Tatum. This episode, hear how her journey as a writer and nutritionist took new shape after the unexpected death of her mother, and how this sparked her interest in holistic wellness and entrepreneurship.

Fashion designer Thakoon Panichgul became an industry darling when he was one of three recipients of the prestigious CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund in 2006. More than a decade has passed since, and the Thai American designer is ushering his namesake brand into a new era with the same clean construction—this time with a direct-to-consumer business model. On this episode, Panichgul shares how he’s adapting to a changing fashion landscape and what he’s learned along the way.

Deepica Mutyala knew she wanted to start a beauty brand at 16 years old. After a viral video gave her the opportunity, she went on to do just that. Mutyala is the founder and CEO of Live Tinted, a makeup company on a mission to champion beauty for all skin tones. Her products work on addressing skin concerns such as hyperpigmentation and dark spots, with a focus on making products for all shades. The brand is also known for its best-selling Huestick, which is an eye, lip, and cheek product that balances skin tone. At one point, it had a 10,000-person waiting list. Before founding Live Tinted, Mutyala worked at Victoria’s Secret as an inventory analyst and Birchbox, where she managed brand development and strategy. On this episode, hear how Mutyala treated every day like business school and then took advantage of a unique opportunity to fulfill a childhood dream.

Shereene Idriss, MD, aka the Pillow Talk Derm, has made a name for herself by being honest and transparent not only to patients at Idriss Dermatology in NYC, but also with half a million followers on Instagram who flock to her #PillowTalkDerm series for a no-BS take on products and treatments, plus education grounded in skincare science. On this episode, Idriss shares with Hillary her opinion on what is and isn’t worth spending your money on, what factors to consider when building out a skincare regimen, and the drugstore staples everyone should own.

Ghia founder and CEO Melanie Masarin grew up in Lyon, France. Lyon is a city that prizes its alcohol, which is often on the table and shared with friends and family. But when Masarin felt sluggish after a night of drinking wine, she found herself reaching for nonalcoholic beverages. When she couldn’t find a mocktail as interesting and intricate as the cocktails she loves, she set out to create her own. Hence, Ghia—a line of drinks inspired by Mediterranean aperitivo culture, including recipes such as Agrodolce and Sweet Solo—was born. On this episode, hear how Masarin drew from her experience heading retail at Glossier and strategy at Dig Inn to create a new type of beverage brand.

On this week's episode, Who What Wear fashion editor Anna LaPlaca is sitting down with our June cover star, actress Sadie Sink. At just 15 years old, she was cast as the lovable Max Mayfield in the hit Netflix series Stranger Things and is now in her 20s. With three seasons of the show under Sink's belt, she's reflecting on what it means to grow up on set and the professional lessons she's learned along the way. Plus, she discusses her favorite looks from the WWW cover shoot.

Dorsey CEO and founder Meg Strachan built her jewelry business by betting on classic vintage pieces at an accessible price. She started Dorsey two years ago and was its only employee for much of that time. She got the idea for the company while working as a vice president in the e-commerce space, where she had over 15 years of experience at places such as Goop, Anine Bing, and Carbon38. In this episode, Hillary and Meg discuss the business lessons Meg learned through her years in the ready-to-wear industry and how that informed her very successful solo project.

Hillary is joined by WWW Editorial Director Lauren Eggertsen and Poosh Content Director Michelle Scanga. As swimwear fanatics, Lauren and Michelle are eager to discuss the biggest swim trends for the summer ahead from celebrity-favorite brands to the cool new designers on the scene. The ladies share so many thoughts on how to be your most stylish self on any budget, whether you’re headed to the Amalfi Coast or a casual pool day.

For over a decade, Jacey Duprie has been a digital entrepreneur at the forefront of the social-influencer phenomenon with the fashion and lifestyle brand Damsel in Dior, where she has garnered the attention of over two million monthly viewers across her social media platforms. Now, she’s stepping into the role of creative director for Wyeth, a new fashion brand that will open at Platform in Culver City this fall. On June 7, she is releasing a new book, Liking Myself Back, where she delves into her self-made success as a modern digital entrepreneur and the lessons she’s learned along the way. Yet before she became one of today’s top fashion and lifestyle influencers with millions of followers, she actually began her career at StyleChicago.com after earning her degree in journalism and professional writing. She then made the move to Los Angeles to work for E! as an executive assistant to the VP of talent, which eventually led her to Imagine Entertainment. She then landed a role as the fashion and editorial assistant at Singer22.com before officially making Damsel in Dior her full-time career. On this episode of Second Life, hear how Duprie paved her own path to success in a brand-new industry and everything she has learned in between.