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 

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 

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 

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 

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 

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 

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 

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 

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 

Sherri McMullen is the founder of Shop McMullen in Oakland, California. Sherri's love for emerging designers, community, and her sharp business acumen culminate into an inspiring entrepreneurial journey.

Find La Ligne (and us!) on Instagram: 

@sherri.mcmullen

@shopmcmullen

@whatweworepodcast 

@shopcapitol 

Or on the web: 

www.shopmcmullen.com/

www.shop-capitol.com