Hi guys! Welcome back to another episode of Raw & Real! Samantha interviews our friend and founder of ĀROHI. ĀROHI is a collection of contemporary experimental silhouettes and textiles using handcrafted techniques sold in India. She shares her Fashion Institute of Technology story, the creation of her company and her tips and tricks to staying inspired, motivated and productive. We also hear about what it was like moving from India to the states for university and what she misses most about NYC - spoiler alert - it’s us, her besties :) I hope you enjoy this episode and be sure to check out Aarohi’s designs and support her small business.

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On today's episode of Raw & Real NYC, Samantha and I interview my lifelong best friend, my roommate, my twin flame, someone who inspires me so much and brings so much positive, radiant, energy into this world, Bridget Marie Caffrey of Pidge Designs. She is a Junior Art Director for Zeno Group and the creative direction and designer for Pidge Designs on Instagram. If you’re interested in graphic design, paving your own path, and launching your own website / portfolio / instagram page, this episode is for you. We talk about mine and Bridget's life long friendship, her move to the big apple, her success at such a young age and oh the places she will go. We also give you guys a little sneak peak into a major collaboration happening this fall between Pidge and Raw & Real NYC - cant wait for you guys to listen!

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Sam and I have been feeling super overwhelmed this summer. We have completely let go routine and are feeling like we need to practice setting boundaries. We also give tips on what to do when you're feeling uninspired. Hope you enjoy!

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On this episode of Raw & Real NYC, Sam and Meghan talk with good friend, Madison Pohl on what it's like being a fashion design major at FIT, how to get your foot in the door to internships, ways to connect with people on LinkedIn that you never thought you would and so much more! We also switch gears in the episode and talk about dating advice, putting yourself out there and some of Madi's weirdest dating experiences in NYC. Please make sure to review and subscribe if you enjoyed this episode! :) 

On this episode of Raw & Real NYC, Sam and Meghan talk with founder of Ponybox Clothing, Hellen Moffitt! We cover it all, from talking about how she has always wanted to create something of her own, how she balances a 9-5 job along with running a company, tips for marketing your business authentically, and why she views life as one big "experiment". Hope you enjoy! Please make sure to rate, review and subscribe!

In this episode, Meghan and Sam talk about all things totally normal in NYC that might not be considered normal anywhere else in the US. We cover  the initial shock of moving to New York as well as what just turns into your every day here. Meghan tells the story of meeting (and becoming BFF's with) CEO of Glossier, Emily Weiss! We hope this gives you some insight into the city and makes you launch a little :) 

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On this episode of Raw & Real NYC, Sam and Meghan talk with Danielle Rootenberg, e-commerce expert who has worked at Dover Street Market, Chanel and is currently at Pixie Mood. We talk about what it was like moving to NYC right out of high school, how she decided to go down the e-commerce path and what the day-to-day looks like in an e-commerce role! Please make sure to rate, review and subscribe if you haven't yet! Hope you enjoy! 

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Hi! Today''s episode is a solo episode with your Co-Host, Meghan Loftus. I talk about my career in Wholesale at Marc Jacobs thus far and what it means to work in sales in the fashion industry. In addition to my day to day life, I talk about fashion shows, trend forecasting, selling and share a few things on my mind lately. I think you guys will really love this episode! 

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PALONDRÉ THE LABEL is a Sustainable Luxury Swimwear brand designed in New York City that’s created for the woman who has a cool, sophisticated, and minimalist aesthetic. Their suits are produced with sustainable, luxurious fabric made from 100% regenerated post-consumer materials. Each suit is made in a limited quantity of 20, with sizes ranging from XXS-XL. Today, we interview the founder, Paloma Alexandre. We talk about her fashion studies in college, the move to NYC from Texas, starting her career at Fendi, and launching her own brand, PALONDRÉ THE LABEL.

https://palondrethelabel.com/

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