Black Style Anecdotes Podcast

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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In this episode, I speak with Temi Oladipupo about style being an extension of you, always loving fashion and style, being inspired by brands, growing up in Nigeria, having a shopping addiction (don't we all? lol), barrel jeans, her unexpected mix of style crushes, focusing on being more sustainable and fiscally conscious, holding brands accountable for inclusivity and representation, how being a nurse affects her style, and much more.

In this episode she mentions:

Andrea Iyamah

Hanifa

Kai Collective

Udo-Aku

Yaura Fashion

CIAO by CC

D’iyanu

Ofuure

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In this episode, I chat with Nkem Isede about why she thinks style is like pizza, incorporating more casual items into her style, feeling like a love of fashion is innate but not getting into style until later in life, not following trends, Rihanna as a longtime style crush, the accessory that can change any outfit, the importance of reading reviews when shopping online, why she has a solution for any style challenge, radiating confidence from within, and much more.

In this episode she mentions:

ASOS

Zara

H&M

SHEIN

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In this season 12 opening episode, I talk to Artist, Reyna Noriega, about style speaking without using words, not worrying about what others think, a style memory centered on baggy clothes, shopping for pieces she loves, going back to your inner child, through style, why she likes to follow designers and stylists, her love of interesting accessories, the challenge of mixing colors and prints, why Black deserve to show up boldly, and much more.

In this episode she mentions:

Jacquemus {Silver Pochette Bag}

Cult Gaia

Oseree Feather Set

Hanifa

Farm Rio

The Attico

AREA

Saks 

Neiman Marcus

MyTheresa 

Net-A-Porter

Alanna

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In this season finale episode, I talk with Gloria Bissessar about stepping into a more classy style, the influence of having a mom as a seamstress, the influence of growing up in the 70s, why she doesn’t like brick and mortar stores but likes trying things on, learning and relearning how to make clothes and patterns, being inspired by New York street style, why she’s crushing on Lorie Harvey’s style, the struggle of finding the perfect accessories, the luxury retailer that offers same day delivery, being the stylish co-worker everyone wants to talk to, not letting age limit your style, and much more.

In this episode she mentions:

Marina Moscone

Ulla Johnson

Revolve 

Net-a-Porter 

LPA 

Zara

ASOS 

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