Black Style Anecdotes Podcast

In this episode, I talk to the woman who inspired this season of recap episodes, Ashley Griffin, about embracing authenticity in her wardrobe, especially in the corporate world, how travel influences her style, why Ayo Edibiri and Rihanna are among her style faves, not paying full price for designer pieces, viewing clothes that don’t “fit” as an opportunity, instead of a challenge, being true to oneself and one’s style as a Black woman, and more. 

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In this episode she mentions:

Rick Owens

Dries Van Noten

Neiman Marcus Last Call

Bergdorf Goodman

Zevelyn Jean

SUK

The Real Real

SSENSE

Absolutely Fabrics

Puppets and Puppets

MEDEA

Washington Ave.

H&M

Christopher John Rogers

Diotima

Bianca Saunders

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In this update episode, I chat with Reiko Foster about her evolving style journey! Back in 2020, she described her style as a mix of bohemian, modern vintage, and clean lines. Four years later, Reiko reflects on how her wardrobe and fashion choices have transformed, from purging her professional wear, to embracing new trends. She discusses mixing hard and soft elements in her looks, learning to embrace new combinations, confident self-expression, her go-to stores, being inspired by online influencers, why she believe style is about more than just clothes, and more. 

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In this episode she mentions:

ASOS

Zara

Ross

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In this season 13 opening episode, I speak with season 4 guest Helecia Williams about transitioning from a sporty-chic style, how the way she feels directly influences her wardrobe choices, the power of experimenting with unique, standout pieces, the challenges of fit and comfort, and why it’s okay to let go of pieces that just don’t work. We also discuss the quality of pieces from small Black-owned designers, why embracing individuality in style is more important than ever, a color trend she’s loving, why no one really cares about what you’re wearing, and much more. 

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In this episode she mentions:

KHOI

Fumi The Label

Kendall Miles

Kai Collective

Lorvae

Andrea Iyamah

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It's been a couple of months since season 12 wrapped up, so before I launch season 13 on Novemebr 7th, I want to share some updates!  They include gratitude for your support over the years, forraying into a membership component of Black Style Anecdotes (eek!), a mini season of interviews with prior guests, and more!

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In this season 12 finale episode I converse with Sabra Johnson about personal style as an authentic expression of identity,  embracing the full spectrum of fashion, daring to be different, how early influences shape her sartorial choices, the impact of cultural norms on her style evolution and how she broke free to explore her creativity, curating a diverse wardrobe, her favorite smaller designers, showing up authentically in the workplace and giving others “permission” to do the same, using Instagram to document her style, growing into a love of socks, why you should play in your closet, and much more.

In this episode she mentions:

Ralph Lauren

Zac Posen

Tory Burch

Bruce Glen

Veronica Beard

Alice and Olivia

Scraps and Delicacies

Elaine and George

Office of Angela Scott

Stuart Weitzman

Sergio Hudson

AART NYC Hats

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In this episode I talk to Jasmine Johnson about style being a reflection of one's mood and identity, the staple pieces that define individual looks, wearing boots year-round, the joy of mixing and matching trends to create something truly unique, playful dress-up sessions in her momma's closet, the importance of confidence in self-expression, why her hairstyle needs to go with her outfit, experimenting with trends, and much more.

In this episode she mentions:

Zara

H&M

Neiman Marcus

Free People

Nordstrom

Goodwill

Rotate

New Balance

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In this episode I speak to Mia Lorick about why the kind of day you’re having should affect your style, the evolution of her style as a lawyer, growing up in New York and moving to Houston, how her dance background helped her come to appreciate her curves, her mom in orange lipstick, being inspired by what she would do differently in outfits she sees, why Kim Kardashian is one of her style crushes, buying luxury items that aren’t trendy, embracing what makes her different, and much more.

In this episode she mentions:

Theory

Levi's

Spanx

Eliza J

Favorite Daughter

Nordstrom

Zara

Balenciaga

Fendi

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In this episode I converse with Samantha Elise about the silent confidence of style, how her background as a ballerina impacts her style, working with and wearing unexpected brands, why it’s important for Black people to be able to see themselves in all types of clothing and brands, how living in different cities has affected her style choices, the key to having a personal style that feels effortless, growing up Black with a white family, style as a means of rebellion, the importance of representation, and much more.

In this episode she mentions:

Depop

Eileen Fisher

DISSH

COS

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Referenced: Season 11, Episode 8 with Mecca

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In this episode I speak to Sicily Stewart about mixing minimalism, trends, and classics, a 90’s prank that sticks out as her earliest style memory, the impact of a fashion class in high school, which character(s) from the show "Girlfriends" she most identified with, having a style that is realistic and attainable, wearing pieces from her grandmothers’ closets, alternatives for blazers in the warmer months, shopping brands that offer tall and other sizing options, dressing for your confidence, and much more.

In this episode she mentions:

Zara

H&M

Gap

ASOS

Express 

The Frankie Shop

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In this episode, I chat with Jewelry Designer and Spin Instructor, Ashley White about why she considers style to be a type of armor, making clothes for her dolls, as a girl, the convenience of oversized clothing, the impact of how her grandmother used to dress, why she loves watching NBA tunnel outfits, the versatility of dresses, what celebrities inspire her, the style choice behind her first fight, where to get good athleisure, trying to be more sustainable with her shopping, being true to yourself, and much more.

In this episode she mentions:

NUULY

Adidas

Zara

Nike

STYLEDENTITY

Old Navy

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