What We Wore

By Laura Vinroot PooleArts Fashion & Beauty Design

What We Wore episodes

April 26, 2022 91. Alexandra O'Neill | Markarian's Star
Alexandra O’Neill is an up-and-coming designer known for her intricate and feminine collection, Markarian. Alexandra attributes much of her success to the women in her family. From her grandmother Gigi teaching her how to sew to her sister jumping in as her business partner, the women in her family lift her up as she continues to rise to new heights.

Find Alexandra (and us!) on Instagram:
@ali_oneill
@markarian_nyc
@whatweworepodcast
@shopcapitol

Or on the web:
www.markarian-nyc.com
www.shop-capitol.com
29 min
April 19, 2022 90. Bunny Shapiro | A Magic Life
Bunny Shapiro is a jewelry designer as vibrant as her beaded creations. After an impressive 10-year career in the fashion industry, Bunny moved to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico where a whole new chapter unfolded.

Find Bunny (and us!) on Instagram:
@shopbunnyshapiro
@whatweworepodcast
@shopcapitol

Or on the web:
www.bunnyshapiro.com
www.shop-capitol.com
47 min
April 05, 2022 89. Erin Reitz | Life-Changing Chapters
After working as a designer for nearly 20 years in the fashion industry, Erin Reitz is creating her own collection. From brain surgery to finding peace and beauty in her recovery, and now launching E.M. Reitz, Erin's inspirational journey is a testament to the beauty of life and the power of a strong spirit.

Find Erin (and us!) on Instagram:
@e.m.reitz
@whatweworepodcast
@shopcapitol

Or on the web:
www.emreitz.com
www.shop-capitol.com
38 min
December 21, 2021 88. Rickie de Sole | En Vogue
Rickie de Sole is the Executive Fashion Director at Vogue.com. She was baptized in the fashion industry and is now creating a new digital legacy at Vogue.

Find Rickie (and us!) on Instagram:
@rickiedesole
@voguemagazine
@whatweworepodcast
@shopcapitol

Or on the web:
www.vogue.com
www.shop-capitol.com
45 min
December 14, 2021 87. Mary Celeste Beall | A Blackberry Farm Tale
Mary Celeste Beall is the proprietor of Blackberry Farm and Mountain, the mother of 5, and an extraordinary woman. Mary Celeste's story of moving through loss to find strength and purpose as she stepped in to lead the family business is nothing short of inspiring.

Find Mary Celeste (and us!) on Instagram:
@marycelestebf
@blackberryfarm
@whatweworepodcast
@shopcapitol

Or on the web:
www.blackberryfarm.com
www.shop-capitol.com
46 min
December 07, 2021 86. Siddharth Kasliwal & Jana Pasquel | The Gem Palace
Munnu the Gem Palace is a storied jeweler based in Jaipur, India that has served as the crown jewelers to the country's Maharaja since the mid-18th century. Munnu Kasliwal captivated the world with his unique creations and now his son, Creative Director Siddharth Kasliwal and President Jana Pasquel are keeping his legacy alive. This episode highlights the heritage of Munnu the Gem Palace and a brilliant new chapter led by powerful partners Sid and Jana.

Find Sid and Jana (and us!) on Instagram:
@sidkas
@thegempalace
@whatweworepodcast
@shopcapitol

Or on the web:
www.gempalace.com
www.shop-capitol.com
45 min
November 16, 2021 85. Laura's Story
On this special episode, our host Laura Vinroot Poole shares her recent personal journey with listeners — from her breast cancer diagnosis to recovery and the challenges and transformation she experienced along the way.

Find Laura (and us!) on Instagram:
@lauravinroot
@whatweworepodcast
@shopcapitol

Or on the web:
www.shop-capitol.com
37 min
May 29, 2021 84. Best of Season 5
Season 5 kicked off with a retail mini-series and unfolded into a collection of entrepreneurial journeys and insightful moments from fascinating individuals in the fashion industry and beyond. Join us for a look back at some of our favorite moments as we prepare for our sixth season.

Find us on Instagram:
@whatweworepodcast
@shopcapitol

Or on the web:
www.shop-capitol.com
16 min
May 25, 2021 83. Rachelle Williams | Under Par & Overdressed
Rachelle Wates is the buying director of Capitol and founder of Byrdie Golf Socialwear, a womens golf collection. Laura and Rachelle reminisce about their journey together as buyers and the launch of Byrdie.

Find Rachelle (and us!) on Instagram:
@rachelleelenawates
@byrdiegolfsocial
@whatweworepodcast
@shopcapitol

Or on the web:
www.byrdiegolfsocial.com
www.shop-capitol.com
57 min
May 22, 2021 82. Brent Neale | Creativity and Motherhood
Brent Neale is a New York-based jewelry designer who is known for her whimsical and colorful collection. On this episode, Laura and Brent sit down for a special conversation on creativity, motherhood, and Brent's vibrant collection that emerged after the premature birth of her twins.

Find Brent (and us!) on Instagram:
@brentnealejewelry
@whatweworepodcast
@shopcapitol

Or on the web:
www.brentneale.com
www.shop-capitol.com
37 min

About What We Wore

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Laura Vinroot Poole owns Capitol, an internationally-recognized specialty store with locations in Charlotte, North Carolina and Los Angeles, California. For Laura Vinroot Poole, Capitol has never really been about fashion...it has always always been about the people. From the designers she meets on the road to the editors and friends she hosts in-store, Laura gets to know our guests on a deeper, more authentic level through What We Wore.