In this episode, Belle chats with Sofia Elin, fellow FIDM alumni and Assistant Designer at Beyond Yoga. Sofia has studied fashion design in both Barcelona and Los Angeles, and showed her Rio, Carnival-inspired collection at the FIDM Debut 2019 Runway Show. She's worked on collaborations with several brands and companies, including Levi's, HBO Max, and Women of Wrestling. Learn about Sofia's design style, her debut collection, her previous work as a freelance designer, and her current role at Beyond Yoga!

**Don't forget to check out the first Beyond Yoga sample sale in years - up to 85% off this weekend in Culver City, CA (details below)**

BEYOND YOGA SAMPLE SALE

Check it out on IG @beyondyoga HERE

DATES/TIMES:

Friday & Saturday, March 24-25: 11 AM - 7pm

Sunday, March 26: 11AM - 5PM

LOCATION:

Smashbox Studios

Studio 1 Light Box

8549 Higuera St

Culver City, CA 90232

FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM

MENTIONED IN EPISODE

⁠https://beyondyoga.com/⁠

⁠https://beyondyoga.com/pages/about-us⁠

⁠https://sgbonline.com/beyond-yoga-sees-sales-surpassing-100-million-in-2022/⁠

⁠https://beyondyoga.com/pages/retail-stores⁠

⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nnWZRGSssbc⁠

⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qCA5beRscTc⁠

⁠https://www.instagram.com/shopnataliaromano/?hl=en⁠

⁠https://fidm.edu/en/news/FIDM+x+HBO+Max+GENERATION+UnFashion+Showcase+on+View+Through+April+12⁠

⁠https://beyondyoga.com/products/spacedye-dare-to-flare-skirt-pink-hype-heather-sd5118⁠

SOFIA'S RECOMMENDATIONS

⁠https://www.santamonica.com/experience-santa-monica/neighborhoods/downtown-santa-monica-3rd-street-promenade/ ⁠

⁠https://www.findmeglutenfree.com/

In this episode, Belle chats with Will Hunt, the founder and designer of Encinitas, CA-based women's activewear brand, ETHOS. Will moved from the UK to the US several years ago and started his business at the age of 20. His previous experience in retail, as a bike mechanic, and his individual pursuits of learning the skills necessary to run a clothing brand has helped him to successfully navigate the apparel industry and build a thriving community. Learn the meaning behind ETHOS and how Will started and evolved his brand. Plus, how he sources his materials and manufacturing, and recruits an inclusive range of models. We also cover how Will secured and built out his retail space, in addition to what he's learned along the way and the new direction ETHOS is heading! Bonus - Will even mentions his favorite spots to eat in North County, including where you can find the best breakfast burrito. : )

- FOLLOW -

// ETHOS on IG https://www.instagram.com/ethos_co/ //

// Will Hunt on IG https://www.instagram.com/thewillhunt/ //

// Belle on IG https://www.instagram.com/bellebarreiroseiden/ //

// Flavor of Fashion on IG https://www.instagram.com/flavoroffashionpodcast/ //

- ETHOS WEBSITE -

https://www.ethos.community/

- ETHOS ENCINITAS LOCATION & PHONE NUMBER -

90 N Coast Hwy 101 Suite 213, Encinitas, CA 92024

760.697.2854

- MENTIONED IN EPISODE -

https://www.alibaba.com/

https://representclo.com/

https://representclo.com/collections/mens-247

https://thesdnbrand.com/

https://www.zachbryan.com/

https://vuoriclothing.com/

https://www.westfield.com/utc

https://asrv.com/

- NORTH COUNTY SAN DIEGO FOOD RECOMMENDATIONS -

WILL'S RECOMMENDATIONS:

BELLE'S RECOMMENDATIONS:

In this episode, Belle chats with fellow FIDM alum, technical designer and Dire Design Haus Founder/CEO, Brittany Riner. Brittany has many years of experience working in the action sports industry, designing everything from snow gear to a youth moto apparel collection with an emphasis on safety education. She has a breadth of knowledge and skills related to graphic design, trend research, sourcing and manufacturing and sustainable practices. She currently resides in Montana, where she operates her design and marketing firm, Dire Design Haus. Learn about how Brittany got her start in the industry, her experience thus far working for brands like Troy Lee Designs and Seirus Innovation, and the evolution of Dire!

- FOLLOW -

// Brittany Riner on IG https://www.instagram.com/brittany.riner/ //

// Belle on IG https://www.instagram.com/bellebarreiroseiden/ //

// Flavor of Fashion on IG https://www.instagram.com/flavoroffashionpodcast/ //

- DIRE DESIGN HAUS/BRITTANY'S BUSINESS WEBSITE -

https://diredesignhaus.com/

- CONNECT WITH BRITTANY on LinkedIn -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittanydireapparel/

- MENTIONED IN EPISODE -

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/dignity-donna-hicks-phd/1114065035

https://www.instagram.com/stephflech/

https://glowforge.com/

https://troyleedesigns.com/

https://www.seirus.com/

https://www.511tactical.com/

https://www.outdoorresearch.com/

In this episode, Belle chats with her very first mentor in the fashion industry, Jill Courtemanche. Jill is an extraordinary milliner based out in Los Angeles who creates beautiful, hand-made hats for a variety of clients. Her products range from custom derby hats and fedoras, to berets and bridal wear. Learn about her experience in the industry, how she started her own atelier and how she creates limited-run and one-of-a-kind pieces! 

- FOLLOW - 

// Jill Courtemanche Millinery on IG https://www.instagram.com/jcmillinery/?hl=en //

// Belle on IG https://www.instagram.com/bellebarreiroseiden/?hl=en //

// Flavor of Fashion on IG https://www.instagram.com/flavoroffashionpodcast/?hl=en //

- JILL'S WEBSITE - 

http://www.jillcourtemanche.com/

- HORSE RACES/POLO - 

- MENTIONED IN EPISODE -

https://ericjavits.com/

https://www.suzannehats.com/

http://www.jillcourtemanche.com/shop/malibu-fedora?category=Felt+Hats

http://www.laforme.fr/us/formes/index.html

https://www.instagram.com/p/CHgNkECJ34H/?igshid=NTdlMDg3MTY%3D

http://www.jillcourtemanche.com/blog/2020/10/1/jcmillinery-x-silviyana-bridal

https://www.silviyana.com/ecofabrics/

http://www.jillcourtemanche.com/blog/2020/8/31/lsigjrci2n7mniwib8ufazg1do1ke7

https://www.instagram.com/p/BwDwjQzh4FY/?igshid=NTdlMDg3MTY%3D

http://www.jillcourtemanche.com/blog/2016/11/10/yelp-jcm

- JILL'S LA RECOMMENDATIONS -

https://www.instagram.com/marucoffeela/?hl=en

https://www.instagram.com/proofbakeryla/?hl=en

In this episode, Belle chats with her former FIDM instructor and Technical Designer, Meredith Petro. Meredith is a fellow FIDM alumni based in Los Angeles, and has worked as a technical designer in the fashion industry for 15 years for brands like ModCloth and Lucky Brand. Belle and Meredith talk everything from her experience in the industry, to the importance of company culture, the challenges of manufacturing overseas, how retailers transitioned into e-commerce and why size charts should not be trusted. 

Stay tuned for Pt. 2! 

- FOLLOW -

// Meredith on IG https://www.instagram.com/minniemere/?hl=en and https://www.instagram.com/afterthought_studio/?hl=en //

// Belle on IG https://www.instagram.com/bellebarreiroseiden/?hl=en //

// Flavor of Fashion on IG https://www.instagram.com/flavoroffashionpodcast/?hl=en //

- MENTIONED IN EPISODE - 

https://modcloth.com/

https://www.washingtonian.com/2016/06/10/check-modcloth-irl-pop-now-open-georgetown/

https://www.luckybrand.com/

In this episode, Belle and her good friend and celebrity/personal stylist, Kinsey Ranee, chat everything from organizing and cleaning out your closet, to Kinsey's favorite looks and pieces from her 2022 wardrobe. Kinsey also mentions her upcoming move to Nashville, in addition to how she likes to reset for the new year - including daily habits, routines and goal-setting for freelancers and working from home. The girls also discuss the Pantone color of the year, Viva Magenta: the meaning behind the color, their thoughts on it and how to wear it this year! Stay tuned for a podcast swap on the Love, Kinsey podcast - coming February 2023!

- FOLLOW - 

// Kinsey on IG https://instagram.com/kinseyrl?igshid=NTdlMDg3MTY= //

// Kinsey Ranee Style on IG https://instagram.com/kinseyraneestyle?igshid=NTdlMDg3MTY= //

// The Love, Kinsey Podcast on IG https://www.instagram.com/thelovekinseypodcast/?hl=en //

// Belle on IG https://instagram.com/bellebarreiroseiden?igshid=NTdlMDg3MTY= //

// Flavor of Fashion on IG https://instagram.com/flavoroffashionpodcast?igshid=NTdlMDg3MTY= //

- KINSEY'S PORTFOLIO WEBSITE - 

http://www.kinseyranee.com/?fbclid=PAAaY6g4eUvYE85ewERpZsWMVe8vN4jCjvTXPPYs3lM3EInOzQqzoqfI7FwO0

- KINSEY'S PODCAST -

https://open.spotify.com/show/69THkU1Iz0pVXPxQ4CMUMJ

- MENTIONED IN EPISODE - 

https://www.pantone.com/color-of-the-year/2023#:~:text=Welcome%20to&text=Pantone's%20Color%20of%20the%20Year,a%20new%20signal%20of%20strength.

https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Basics-Non-Slip-Clothes-Hangers/dp/B00FXNABPI/ref=asc_df_B00FXNABPI/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=167154836088&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10997857375395877923&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9013192&hvtargid=pla-82957104060&th=1

- STYLISTS -

https://instagram.com/sophielopez?igshid=NTdlMDg3MTY=

https://instagram.com/erinnoella?igshid=NTdlMDg3MTY=

https://instagram.com/daniandemmastyle?igshid=NTdlMDg3MTY=

- INFLUENCERS -

https://instagram.com/larissamills?igshid=NTdlMDg3MTY=

https://instagram.com/eh.jey?igshid=NTdlMDg3MTY=

https://instagram.com/allison.buch?igshid=NTdlMDg3MTY=

In this episode, Belle and Haley Staples, CEO and founder of @healthystaples chat about everything from her personal health and fitness journey, to confidence and facing rejection and how to break into the modeling industry. Healthy Staples is a website, app and online community that helps people become their strongest and healthiest selves in an affordable way, no matter their location. Healthy Staples provides resources including workout videos, grocery shopping lists, accountability challenges, health and wellness tips and so much more across all social media platforms and via the Healthy Staples website and app. Every subscription donates to Hope to Walk, an organization that helps amputees in developing countries get prosthetic legs at no cost to them. 

- FOLLOW -

// Haley on IG https://www.instagram.com/haystapes/?hl=en //

// Healthy Staples on IG https://www.instagram.com/healthystaples/?hl=en //

// Healthy Staples on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@healthystaplestips //

// Belle on IG https://www.instagram.com/bellebarreiroseiden/?hl=en //

// FOF on IG https://www.instagram.com/flavoroffashionpodcast/?hl=en //

- HEALTHY STAPLES WEBSITE AND APP - 

*** Start 2023 Stronger with a FREE 5 day trial + Get your FIRST 6 MONTHS for ONLY $8.99/month with code "flavoroffashion" at checkout ***

https://www.thehealthystaples.com/signup

- MENTIONED IN EPISODE -

https://hopetowalk.org/

https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_may_shape_who_you_are?language=en

https://www.happycow.net/mobile

https://www.findmeglutenfree.com/

https://www.purebarre.com/

// GIFT GUIDE / BRANDS //

https://opolisoptics.com/

https://opolisoptics.com/pages/pre-order

https://www.shopbala.com/products/bala-bangles?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=%7BCampaignName%7D&utm_content=%7BAdGroupName%7D&utm_term=&gclid=Cj0KCQiA8aOeBhCWARIsANRFrQEF-iUfn0Om2TrFhzfLZPFdaGBHg8etP3RZgxyVF3vvyjIXR-RlxwUaAvWnEALw_wcB&weight=2-lb&color=blush

https://www.thereformation.com/

https://www.shopdyi.com/

https://www.heroinesport.com/

https://vuoriclothing.com/?utm_source=awin&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=78888&awc=33371_1674153560_d1e99ea8a11588003bccdb7e7f060fb5

https://www.cocokind.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=ad&utm_campaign=17096082434&utm_content=g&gclid=Cj0KCQiA8aOeBhCWARIsANRFrQGfnCG9Aj3E92oR--U0Tx4P30FbM2HjqiFo8lRKSFUGSDFysgSoJuQaArIuEALw_wcB

// LA EATS // 

// LA WORKOUT SPOTS/STUDIOS/GYMS //

In this episode, Belle and her good friend/fellow FIDM alumna and hair stylist, @victoriawaang, finish their fashion month Spring/Summer and Resort 2023 catwalk reviews with Paris Fashion Week. Listen to Pt. 1 to hear highlights of NYFW, London Fashion Week & Milan Fashion Week + about Victoria's background and her recent @hungryhipsters internship!

- Instagram Accounts -

- MENTIONED IN EPISODE -

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JjtNpz57fOI

 https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2023-ready-to-wear/coperni/slideshow/collection#1

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErE7O5NceGQ

https://www.amazon.com/McQueen-Lee-Alexander/dp/B07HFLSGGT

https://guestinresidence.com/?gclid=CjwKCAiAs8acBhA1EiwAgRFdw5dCbKaHHlx4NxLoM1RvFLeZilnIvEoO_3Jg8j_5_sbeH7vRYM-6phoCjMUQAvD_BwE

https://fashionista.com/2022/09/gigi-hadid-guest-in-residence-cashmere-brand

https://www.instagram.com/reel/CjRJkgBAcrs/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

https://www.caspermagazine.com/feature/neon-cowboys-debuts-at-new-york-fashion-week

https://www.forbes.com/sites/yolarobert1/2022/09/10/alo-yoga-debuts-its-first-ready-to-wear-collection-with-a-limited-edition-nft-at-new-york-fashion-week/?sh=65c3ff30f752

https://www.aloyoga.com/blogs/alo-blog/alo-yoga-official-wellness-partners-nyfw

https://www.instagram.com/kasiaku/?hl=en

https://kasiakucharska.com/shop

https://newsroom.thredup.com/news/thredup-launches-first-ever-upcycled-holiday-collection-starring-fran-drescher-rl2h3

https://www.forbes.com/sites/sharonedelson/2022/11/10/zero-waste-daniel-partners-with-thredup-to-give-new-life-to-unsaleable-clothing/?sh=7cdd6b9a3f22

https://girlfriend.com/pages/regirlfriend

- Milan & Paris FW Show Links Document -

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rOqJhreqzMpYG7mzXrYp6F9l5Zl7jT3zfUjQU3IXIJE/edit?usp=sharing

In this episode, Belle interviews LA-based denim designer, Ally Dechant. The two discuss everything from Ally's internship this past summer at Ralph Lauren in NYC, to her experience in The Business of Denim program at FIDM, her favorite denim washes and brands, her own denim tattoos, designing for Pistola Denim and so much more!

Follow Ally on Instagram:

https://instagram.com/allydechant?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

The Indigo Cowboy Instagram:

https://instagram.com/theindigocowboy?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

CottonWorks™ Sponsorship/Campus Influencer Posts:

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cj5hNeULw02/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

https://www.instagram.com/p/CkYfrF5r-14/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Ally Denim Instagram/Portfolio Work:

https://instagram.com/allydenim?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Ally Dechant Website/Portfolio:

https://ally-dechant.squarespace.com/

Pistola Denim:

https://www.pistoladenim.com/

Denim Dudes & Denim Dudettes:

https://instagram.com/denimdudes?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

https://instagram.com/denim.dudettes?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

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Mentioned in This Episode:

- Rosebowl Flea Market Vendors -

American Reboot:

https://instagram.com/american_reboot?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Rivi Goods / EZ Pants:

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cj-5W-IpwHz/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Sundaze Vintage:

https://instagram.com/sundaze_vintage?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

- Tattoos -

LA (Silverlake) Tattoo Shop / American Electric Tattoo (Artist - Johnny Gargan):

https://instagram.com/americanelectrictattooco?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

- Some NYC Recommendations -

Ralph Lauren Polo Bar:

https://www.ralphlauren.com/global-polo-bar

9th St. Vintage:

https://www.9thstvintage.com/

Raggedy Threads:

https://www.raggedythreads.com/

Serafina Italian Restaurant:

https://www.serafinarestaurant.com/

- Other Brands Mentioned -

Ralph Lauren/RRL, Nudie Jeans, G-Star Raw, Citizens of Humanity, MOUSSY, cottle, OrSlow, DENHAM, Lee, Levi's/Made & Crafted, Wrangler, Kapital Jeans, Studio D'Artisan, Warehouse & Co.

Denim Mills: Cone Mills, ISKO Denim, Stella Blu Textile, Candiani Denim

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Follow FOF on Instagram:

https://instagram.com/flavoroffashionpodcast?igshid=NDc0ODY0MjQ=

Follow Belle on Instagram:

https://instagram.com/bellebarreiroseiden?igshid=NDc0ODY0MjQ=

In this episode, Belle interviews FIDM and GIA alumni, DáVon Novas. DáVon is a San Diego-based jeweler who makes custom and couture pieces under the brand name, 'Mis Manos.' Belle and DáVon chat about everything from attending FIDM & GIA, to starting a business, as well as the meaning behind his brand name, DáVon's favorite gemstones, and so much more!

Follow DáVon/Mis Manos on Instagram:

https://instagram.com/mismanosco?igshid=NDc0ODY0MjQ=

Custom Plug Piece:

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cgcv8puvHv2/?igshid=NDc0ODY0MjQ=

Mis Manos Holiday Sale:

https://www.instagram.com/p/CkemR8LPS_4/?igshid=NDc0ODY0MjQ=

Mis Manos Website:

https://mismanosco.com/

SD Voyager Article Feature:

http://sdvoyager.com/interview/daily-inspiration-meet-davon-novas/

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Other Jewelers DáVon Admires (Mentioned in Episode):

Maison Raksha:

https://instagram.com/maisonraksha?igshid=NDc0ODY0MjQ=

Grey Yüna:

https://instagram.com/gregyuna?igshid=NDc0ODY0MjQ=

https://instagram.com/gregyunanewyork?igshid=NDc0ODY0MjQ=

Alex Moss:

https://instagram.com/alexmoss?igshid=NDc0ODY0MjQ=

Gabby Elan:

https://instagram.com/gabbyelanjewelry?igshid=NDc0ODY0MjQ=

Ben Baller:

https://instagram.com/benballer?igshid=NDc0ODY0MjQ=

Elliot Eliantte:

https://instagram.com/eliantte?igshid=NDc0ODY0MjQ=

Stacks Customs:

https://instagram.com/stackscustoms?igshid=NDc0ODY0MjQ=

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Follow FOF on Instagram:

https://instagram.com/flavoroffashionpodcast?igshid=NDc0ODY0MjQ=

Follow Belle on Instagram:

https://instagram.com/bellebarreiroseiden?igshid=NDc0ODY0MjQ=