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Welcome to your fashion news comedy podcast! Finance writer Lisa Rowan and retail journalist (and former stylist) Kaarin Vembar discuss fashion news, pop culture, business, and creativity.

Further podcasts by Kaarin Vembar and Lisa Rowan

Podcast on the topic Mode und Schönheit

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Rerelease: The Biggest Diamond Heist Ever from 2023-04-26T11:00:06

Welcome to the story of the Antwerp Diamond Vault heist of 2003. It's a wild one! 

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Fashion Inferno from 2023-02-27T11:00

We discuss the Schiaparelli couture show, Italy fining Yoox Net-a-Poerter, and the staying power of the skinny jean. There's a new washing machine that claims to fight microplastics, and we enjo...

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Fashion Leadership Lazy Susan from 2023-01-27T12:00

There's a leadership shake-up at Dior, a report says to stop buying clothes, and Tom Ford has a new house. New York banned "forever chemicals" in clothing, and we discuss a list of 2023 trends. ...

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Innocent Until Proven Gaudy from 2023-01-06T12:00

Gucci opened a luggage store, the Bling Bishop got charged with fraud, workwear is on trend, and footwear has a long way to go to be more inclusive. And 90s blowouts are back! Allegedly. Come ha...

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You Can't Always Get What You Want in Fashion from 2022-12-23T16:39

A former fashion exec was found guilty of cooking the books. The Rolling Stones called off a retail collaboration, Christina Ricci used her handbags to pay for her divorce, and Alessandro Michel...

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Banksy vs Guess from 2022-12-09T12:00

Estee Lauder bought Tom Ford, Raf Simons is shutting down his namesake line, and in the midst of all this outlet malls might be making a comback. Banksy told followers to rob a Guess store, and ...

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Instantly More Suspect from 2022-11-22T12:00

A Tiffany jeweler's death has mysterious circumstances, StockX changed its authenticity verification language, and Gap is joining forces with Amazon. Balenciaga left Twitter, and who is wearing ...

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Beverly's Gloves from 2022-11-06T14:47

Thieves crashed a stolen van into a Chanel store. We present a sort-of-concise Ye timeline. Gucci is separating men's and women's shows, the online shopping boom stalled out, there are health co...

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The Haunted Mine Shaft Jeans from 2022-10-28T11:00

Jenna Lyons is joining The Real Housewives of New York, preppy style and loafers are making a comeback, and Thom Browne will lead the CFDA. Asos is struggling, and Shein launched a resale platfo...

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Fashion Crimes Only from 2022-10-21T11:00

A luxury counterfeiting operation got busted, Nike and StockX are dealing with the fallout from the Memphis heist, and two former eBay execs are going to prison. Your workout clothes might have ...

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Balenciaga's Mud Department from 2022-10-14T11:00

We discuss Paris Fashion Week shows from Balenciaga and Botter. Burberry's new creative director has a familiar name, Virgin Atlantic has dropped gendered uniforms, H&M is starting to charge for...

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Spite Baby Fashion from 2022-10-07T11:00

A Michael Jordan jersey broke a record, Christian Siriano is working with C. Wonder, and smart glasses may eventually become cool. LVMH is turning off the lights early, and the youth are unbutto...

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The Fake Rabbi Who Tried to Buy Lord&Taylor from 2022-09-30T11:00:54

Kaarin tells the story of a con artist who pretended he was a billionaire rabbi and tried to buy Lord & Taylor. 

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The TikTok New York Fashion Week Scam from 2022-09-23T11:00:03

TikTok users maybe tried to scam their way into NYFW. Also at NYFW: An adaptive clothing fashion show. Revlon's execs are getting big bonuses, Patagonia's founder is "giving away" the company, a...

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Memphis Looks Good Right Now from 2022-09-16T11:00:49

Boohoo has a new sustainability ambassador, Bottega Veneta did a collection with The Strand, and NFTs are generating considerable revenue for some fashion brands. Plus, we've got two Nike storie...

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The Fashion Episode with Panache from 2022-09-09T11:00:17

Which designer will lead Louis Vuitton next? Scammers promising luxury goods stole millions from customers in Singapore. The hottest new aesthetic is balletcore, and thrift stores are doing just...

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What Are Your Intentions With My Son, Ted Baker? from 2022-08-26T11:00:31

Authentic Brands Group bought Ted Baker, the Army is developing its first official uniform bra, and CEOs sure do make a lot of money, don't they? We've got a sneaker scandal and Kaarin provides ...

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Where in the World is Zac Posen? from 2022-08-19T11:00:30

Zac Posen is back - sort of. Snarky tote bags are on trend, and Katy Perry bought back her shoe brand. Vogue is planning an event for NYFW, and we remember designer Issey Miyake. Come hang out! ...

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The Ski Slope is on Fire from 2022-08-12T11:00

Estee Lauder may buy Tom Ford, Stitch Fix has a collection for tweens, and the American Dream mall missed a loan payment. Hermes doesn't want any part of the resale market, and Walmart is provin...

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Make Do and Mend from 2022-08-05T11:00:56

NYFW details are out, Patagonia is expanding its repair program, and 18 states sued a jewelry store for (allegedly) duping customers. Claire's is doing just fine, thank you, and the newest beaut...

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The Evil Pentagram of Luxury from 2022-07-29T11:00:21

Millions in gems and jewelry were stolen from an armored truck, it's the 25th anniversary of Gianni Versace's death, and Sri Lanka's economic collapse has implications for the fashion industry. ...

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Yeezy Pleazy from 2022-07-22T11:00

Ye and Yeezy are getting sued by a stylist, Dior asked Valentino for some cash, and Diesel is inviting you to its next runway show. The dollar and the Euro reached parity - here's why that matte...

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There's a House on Your Wrist from 2022-07-15T11:00:22

Tom Ford might sell his label, dry cleaning is expensive, and the designer watch bubble burst. Digital IDs for apparel are getting even more popular, and Harry Styles is teaming up with Gucci. C...

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Hermès Wants To Make You Sweat from 2022-07-08T11:00:02

A robbery interrupted a jewelry and art fair in the Netherlands, Kim Kardashian is in trademark trouble (again) and StockX is laying off employees. We've got a Marc Jacobs update and information...

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Bear With These Thicc Thighs from 2022-07-01T11:00:32

Revlon filed for bankruptcy, Glossier is raising prices, and Alo Yoga will pay you in crypto. Everyone's going to crab court. And are we thinking about sustainability the wrong way? Come hang ou...

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The Biggest Diamond Heist Ever from 2022-06-17T11:00:52

Kaarin tells the story of the Antwerp Diamond Vault heist of 2003. It's a wild ride, so buckle your seatbelts! 

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Fast Fashion Problems from 2022-06-10T11:00:06

This summer may be a great time to shop, unless you are looking for Old Navy's extended sizes. We talk about the rise and fall of Missguided, Boohoo's pricing settlement, and changes at Isaac Mi...

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What is a Fashion? from 2022-06-03T11:00:41

Elle magazine is opening a hotel. Century 21 is making a comeback, Chanel is doing the very most, and Black sorority sisters have a new attire option. Old Navy had a major stumble. And we discus...

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Surrender Dorothy from 2022-05-20T11:00:06

You can get a robot to paint your nails at Target, and use an app to get your clothes repaired. North Korea is reiterating its ban on skinny jeans. Is luxury really recession-proof? And we figur...

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Leave the Gun Take the Cannoli from 2022-05-13T11:00:47

The Met Gala happened and Vogue monetized the heck out of it. Stirrup pants are back, Skims launched an adaptive collection, Stadium Goods is launching bulk sneaker sales, and SCAD now has a sne...

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The Curious Citizen from 2022-05-06T11:00:59

We discuss a pretty, pretty diamond. Ferragamo and Amazon busted some counterfeiters. Also, Amazon is coming for your small business logistics. Resale companies are going to have to hustle to ke...

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Episode 400 from 2022-04-29T11:00:13

We celebrate (what is most likely) episode 400 with a history lesson about the rise and fall of Esprit. Then we answer a bunch of fun questions from listeners about podcasting, style, and Lisa's...

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East Coast Grandma vs. West Coast Grandma from 2022-04-22T11:00:14

Etsy sellers went on strike, coastal grandma aesthetic is so hot right now, and two huge retailers are in hot water with the FTC. Target and ThredUp teamed up, and we talk about the impact of th...

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Fashion That's Scattered, Smothered&Covered from 2022-04-15T11:00:35

Chanel won't sell you products if you're from Russia. Amazon doesn't like certain words. Deciem is dropping four brands, and college students are navigating name, image, and likeness (NIL) agreemen...

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I Work You Pay Me from 2022-04-08T11:00:08

Lizzo is launching shapewear, offices are trying to reinstate dress codes, and monthly fashion magazines are gone. Conde Nast workers are unionizing, Gap Inc. execs made a ton last year, and gue...

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Fashion House Musical Chairs from 2022-04-01T11:00:13

Models are suing the Guess board, every luxury fashion house switched leadership, and it's hard to avoid trademark infringement when you're a new company. How does the Russian invasion of Ukrain...

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The X is Silent from 2022-03-25T11:00:41

Dov Charney owes big money to a hedge fund, Esprit pulled a profit, and Sycamore Partners is trying to buy everybody (including maybe Kohl's). Gwen Stefani has a new cosmetics line, and we consi...

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It's Delightful and Horrifying from 2022-03-18T11:00

Cartier and Tiffany are beefing over alleged jewelry espionage. Have you tried clowncore? Uniqlo finally closed stores in Russia and Balenciaga's latest runway show dug into the geopolitical cri...

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The One Where We're In The Same Room from 2022-03-11T12:00:20

Marni's last runway show got panned for tardiness, Diesel showed futuristic denim among inflatable butts, and L'Oreal is getting sued for sounding French. Brands are learning how to reduce fashi...

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Y2K Fashion from 2022-03-04T12:00:07

The hottest vintage clothing is from Y2K. We love a beauty vending machine. Is LVMH thinking of buying Ralph Lauren? Empty-box returns are plaguing retailers, and facial recognition technology t...

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The Baker, The Florist, and The Fashion Crime from 2022-02-25T12:00:44

The micro-mini skirt is back in style, and secondhand sneaker sales may be waning. Your organic cotton could be fake, and Louis Vuitton workers went on strike around the same time the...

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90s Nostalgia on the Runway from 2022-02-11T12:00:48

Versace has plans to open a bunch of stores, and we discuss the brand's latest menswear show. Did the pandemic kill the end-of-season sale? We've got a fashion crime involving gift card fraud, t...

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The Horse on the Runway from 2022-02-04T12:00:08

Chanel brought a horse to its latest runway show, Fashion Nova is getting fined for hiding bad customer reviews, and MSHCF is actively trying to get cease-and-desist letters from major brands. B...

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The Ghost of Poly Blends Past from 2022-01-28T12:05:08

We remember Andre Leon Talley. Escada America filed for bankruptcy, Hermes is suing an artist over a NFT collection, and Forever 21 has (another) new CEO. Would you shop at Amazon's new apparel ...

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The Lobster Fashion Show from 2022-01-21T12:15:42

Bachelor contestants pay a ton for dresses to wear on the show, Abercrombie & Fitch is fully embracing its comeback attempt, and Kaarin takes us on a trip through Thom Browne's latest collection...

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Field of Shoes from 2022-01-14T12:30

Alleged jewel thieves are going to trial, COVID-inspired accessories could be coming to an office near you, and New Balance is being sued for its manufacturing marketing. Something's going on at...

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The Fashion Intelligence Boutique from 2022-01-01T18:08:56

LVMH paid a settlement in a spy case, Tom Brady got his own Pantone color, and Celine and Vogue may have some beef. A Chinese influencer got busted for tax evasion, Shein started a sustainabilit...

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Salvador Dali but Make It Fashion from 2021-12-24T13:00

Chanel's new CEO is an unconventional pick, London Fashion Week is canceled, and a Russian beauty mogul is in a mess. Inclusive sizing for men's clothing is lagging behind womenswear, and dreamc...

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Chanel's Advent Calendar from 2021-12-17T12:30

People are mad at Chanel for its Advent calendar, Pantone released its color of the year, and the racial pay gap for influencers is huge. Men are wearing leggings beyond the gym, and a mountain ...

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The Live Laugh Love of Fashion from 2021-12-10T13:00

We remember Virgil Abloh, Lululemon and Peloton are arguing about yoga pants, Pacsun auctioned an NFT, and Sean Combs (Diddy!) might buy back his label. Plus, Rihanna has a new title. Come hang ...

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Every Fashion Label is Now Doing Resale from 2021-12-03T13:00

The Kim Kardashian robbery trial has begun. We have style updates from both North Korea and South Korea. Gap Inc. is a mess, Oscar de la Renta has a new resale site, and some luxury puffer jacke...

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Double Fashion Crimes from 2021-11-26T13:00

Bottega Veneta already named a new designer, Shein factory workers are allegedly putting in 75-hour weeks, and Banana Republic's new creative director is already gone. Plus, we've got two fashio...

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Fashion's Frankenstein Poison from 2021-11-19T13:00

The RealReal will settle two lawsuits, Jay-Z's fragrance case got thrown out, and we're so confused by Bottega Veneta firing Daniel Lee. There's a mountain of clothing in the Chilean desert, and...

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Gucci's Love Parade from 2021-11-12T13:00

Gucci's latest runway show was ultra fresh, customs confiscated 21 suitcases full of counterfeit goods, and there's a new Von Dutch documentary. Animal Crossing has new apparel tie-ins, Ugg has ...

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Fashionable Villains from 2021-11-05T12:00

Yeezy is being sued for not delivering merchandise on time, nothing's going on sale this year, and a pair of Michael Jordan's sneakers broke an auction record. Plus: Why are movie villains the m...

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Cupcake Acquisitions from 2021-10-29T12:00

Forever 21's CEO is out, Jessica Simpson may get back her brand, and L.L. Bean had a vintage sale. Eileen Fisher is stepping back, Chloe got B-Corp certified, and Jay-Z is dealing with some frag...

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Fancy Dress Parties from 2021-10-22T12:00

Coach will stop destroying merchandise because of social media, Ralph Lauren is making its cotton dyeing methods open source, and the CEO of ASOS has departed. Is Fendi partnering with Skims? Pl...

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Too Busy Being Couture from 2021-10-16T02:41:58

Balenciaga has a Simpsons episode, Lady Gaga's concert got streamed at the mall, and Valentino is revamping its company culture. Garment worker labor laws are changing in California. And a whole...

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Fendace&Fashion Fan Fiction from 2021-10-08T12:00

Macy's is in a battle over a billboard, drug stores are trying to stop theft rings, and Neiman Marcus had a data breach. We celebrate some unlikely fashion collaborations (Versace / Fendi and Va...

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Fashion's Hemline Index from 2021-10-01T12:00

A 50-year-old lipstick is sold out because of TikTok, and brands are sending influencers digital clothing samples. A big embezzlement fashion crime gets an update, and we discuss the relevance o...

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No One Here is Going to the Same Party from 2021-09-24T10:38:21

We're still talking about the Met Gala, Telfar is launching a TV channel, and Karl Lagerfeld's estate is being auctioned. You have a new option for getting your Manolos repaired, Kenzo named a n...

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Scoot Scoot Take the Loot from 2021-09-18T13:12:06

Christian Siriano is going to design denim, Banana Republic is "refreshing" its brand, and a Paris Bulgari store got robbed. In celebrity news, we've got new partnerships for Frank Ocean and Sno...

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The Oprah of Louboutins from 2021-09-10T12:00

Chanel is buying lavender fields, Sequential Brands filed Chapter 11, and Affirm is partnering with Amazon. Stitch Fix apologized to stylists, hats are having a moment, and Kanye is up to someth...

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Fashion Superstitions from 2021-09-03T12:15:27

Urban Outfitters is launching a resale platform, Iris Apfel is turning 100, and ear piercings might be the new mid-life crisis. Kylie's got a new swimwear line, and Nordstrom is picking up yet a...

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The Cake to Our Cake from 2021-08-27T18:16:51

Kaarin's baking a cake for a basketball legend, Old Navy is expanding its sizing options, and Lisa finally talks about the blinding modern-day success of Crocs. New Balance is suing Michael Kors...

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Is It Fashion or Is It Halloween? from 2021-08-20T12:00

Moschino got bought out, Conde Nast finally paid its rent, and the adaptive clothing market is growing fast. Frank Ocean has a new fashion line, collaboration fatigue is real, and inflation is c...

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Be Fooled by These Rocks from 2021-08-13T12:00

Tiffany's newest campaign is ruffling some feathers and Stitch Fix is shaking up stylist scheduling. We've got a gigantic fashion crime for you, and an update on an old case. Plus: Oscar de la R...

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Phoebe Philo Returns to Fashion from 2021-08-06T12:00

Nordstrom has a new retail partner, Phoebe Philo has surfaced, and New York Fashion Week has a new home this fall. Trying to extort Nike will get you at least 2 years in prison, and there's fami...

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The Luxury Fashion Trombone from 2021-07-16T12:00

Skims is going to the Olympics, Chanel is raising prices, and Bergdorf Goodman might have interested buyers. Major apparel brands are under fire for allegedly using forced labor in China, and re...

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Take a Meloni from 2021-07-10T12:54:20

Marc Jacobs is back, Halston's Netflix collab is flying off the shelves, and LVMH took over Pucci. Retail workers are over it, and a watch detective is here to solve all of your high-end timepie...

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The Price is Wrong from 2021-06-26T12:00

Victoria's Secret is retiring its famous Angels, garment workers are having a hard time getting vaccinated for COVID-19, and all our clothing is still full of virgin plastic. Are wedge sneakers ...

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The One Where They Have a Pivot Bracelet from 2021-06-19T12:00

Alex & Ani filed for bankruptcy, Forever 21 will be sold at Hudson's Bay, and you might be able to earn money recommending products on social media. Torrid is considering an IPO, and Conde Nast ...

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The JLo Fashion Filter from 2021-06-12T12:00

We found a place where you can pull off your own mannequin heist. JLo's ex is launching a men's cosmetic product, lipstick is making its post-pandemic comeback, and Authentic Brands Group might ...

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Fashion News Slot Machine from 2021-06-05T12:00

Gap plus Walmart equals so many questions. Rent the Runway has a new board member (hint: it's Gwyneth), Dior is going to Greece, and North Korea banned skinny jeans. H&M workers protested layoff...

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J.Crew's Fashion Disruption from 2021-05-29T12:00

Fashion magazine mastheads are getting reorganized, J. Crew's got a new men's designer, and Missoni's creative director is stepping down. Boohoo is tying transparency goals to C-suite bonuses, a...

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What's Next For Runway Shows from 2021-05-22T12:00

L Brands is spinning off Victoria's Secret, Ralph Lauren is selling Club Monaco, and Pyer Moss is headed to the haute couture runway in Paris. Unilever and Hourglass are about to change the worl...

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Are Fashion Magazine Internships Dead? from 2021-05-15T13:07:15

We've got a crime ring to kick things off this week. ModCloth has a new owner (again), Valentino and Zara are both launching beauty, and brown is truly having a fashion moment again. Are fashion...

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Who Owns the Sun? from 2021-05-08T14:14:29

We spend some time talking trademarks in two disputes where brands you know try to get control of some really random stuff, honestly. Kenzo's top designer has left the fashion house and LVMH has...

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Is it Hacking or is it Hacky? from 2021-05-01T12:49:34

We review the Gucci / Balenciaga mashup runway show and fill you in on the Valentino factory fire. Nike and Lululemon are launching refurbishing programs, and Canada Goose is keeping up with its...

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Fast Food Fashion from 2021-04-24T14:22:36

The Met Gala has been rescheduled, White Castle collaborated with Telfar, and Cardi B has a new collection with Reebok. Nina Ricci is closing its flagship and we have a fashion crime from the sh...

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It's All Art from 2021-04-17T12:00

Hermes has an unusual new home, Brooks Brothers abandoned a bunch of mannequins and Christmas trees, and Nike didn't pay taxes. Meanwhile, Gap is going to prioritize orders by customer loyalty a...

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There Hasn't Been a Valentino Around Here for Years from 2021-04-10T12:00

Guess discontinued a Telfar lookalike bag, Fashion Nova is compensating customers for shipping delays, and Fifth Avenue is a hot real estate mess. Bottega Veneta launched a digital magazine, and...

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The Pull it Together Present from 2021-04-03T12:00

Art Peck is trying to start a fashion SPAC, brands aren't hitting the sustainability mark just yet, and cotton from China is back in the news. Meanwhile, Brandon Maxwell is lending his design ey...

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Revenge is a Complete Sentence from 2021-03-27T13:28:05

Revenge shopping may drive post-pandemic consumerism. Garment workers in Myanmar are protesting the new military regime, and in Egypt, at least 20 workers died due to a factory fire. Vikings had...

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Two Snakes from 2021-03-20T02:55:41

Kanye's presidential campaign is in hot water, and West Coast Joe has new allegations against his would-be sneaker empire. What comes after skinny jeans? Christian Louboutin sold part of his com...

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The Fashion Crime Birthday Show from 2021-03-13T03:48:59

We are celebrating our 7th anniversary with a surprise! In fashion news, a lot of Conde Nast employee perks are going away, somebody's trying to evict Andre Leon Talley, and we have yet another ...

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Build a Bear Birkin from 2021-03-06T14:42:53

Vera Wang is making vodka, Jay-Z is selling off half his champagne fortune, and this week's fashion crime makes us want to pour one out (for ourselves). Estee Lauder is taking a majority stake i...

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Welcome to the Show from 2021-02-27T14:02:34

New York Fashion Week happened, but was anyone paying attention? We have answers about what Bottega Veneta is doing (or not doing) on social media, and what's going to happen between Adidas and ...

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Fashion Crime Alias from 2021-02-20T02:59:35

Rihanna's Fenty collection has been put on hold, buy now pay later (BNPL) is coming for us all, and companies with adaptive clothing are running into ad problems on Facebook. Plus, we figure out...

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Diamonds in the Streets from 2021-02-12T21:11:16

LuLaRoe is paying $4.75 million to settle a pyramid scheme lawsuit, and the guy who robbed Kim Kardashian wrote a book. Nike has a new adaptive sneaker, Donna Karan got COVID, and Ulta has a new...

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Good Ol' Raisins and Peanuts Fashion from 2021-02-06T19:18:13

Fendi's latest collection has a literary connection, men are wearing suits to work from home, and Gorpcore is here to take normcore up a notch. L'Occitane filed for Chapter 11, Belk is getting r...

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The Fashion Play of Kimothy K from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Ariana Grande is suing Forever 21, there was a jewel heist in New York City's Diamond District, and Dior stepped in a cultural appropriation mess. Plus, we've got counterfeiting intel. Come hang out!

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Haute Mess Beauty Products from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Would you buy used beauty products? Will Amazon sellers donate their unsold goods? Will Revlon survive a potential shareholder sale? Will retailers figure out how to make clothing recycling product...

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Pay the Olsen Twins from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Barneys filed for bankruptcy, and we have the list of which fashion companies they owe the most money. EBay is suing Amazon for conspiracy. Jessica Simpson launched an activewear collection. Maybe ...

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Don’t You Know that You’re Toxic? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Barney's future will impact independent designers. Derek Lam is pivoting to contemporary. Norway is on H&M's case. Flight attendants are still getting sick and their uniforms are still probably to ...

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Save the Runway Turtles from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Charming Charlie filed for bankruptcy again, Barney's might file for bankruptcy, and Saint Laurent is in trouble for its latest runway show in California. Stella McCartney is teaming up with LVMH, ...

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Space, but Make It Fashion from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

We talk treasure and some ambitious sustainability news from Paris. Under Armour is going to space, Guess is keeping its problem executive, online returns are terrifying and beautiful, and big chan...

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Fashion Print Ads will Never Be the Same from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In made of snakes news, an athletic retailer fired two executives and a luxury company CEO decided to step down for awhile (while he is being investigated). American Eagle is crushing it, Tory Burc...

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Wedding Gowns for $99? Sure, We've Got Those from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

David's Bridal filed for bankruptcy, the reign of James Brett is over, and an environmental group is going after retailers who sell mercury-laden skincare products. A major luxury brand is suing Th...

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The Next American Shopping Mall from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Walmart is launching town centers, big brands are coming together to reduce plastic use, and and Bebe has a surprising new beau. In Made of Snakes news, the owner of Topshop is being accused of har...

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The Intersection of Fashion and Air Fresheners from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

An air freshener company has issues with Balenciaga, Walmart is expanding its shipping and return options, and the U.S. Postal Service wants to raise prices a whole bunch. Guess is launching a recy...

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Burberry’s New Concept, Vogue Membership, Sears Bankruptcy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Holy cow, Sears filed for bankruptcy. Meanwhile, Claire's is exiting bankruptcy, Kit and Ace has new ownership, and Deciem's stores are open again. Stitch Fix is having a terrible week! Burberry is...

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241: Celebrity Fashion Crime, Cartier vs Saks, The End of Deciem? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

This week, we've got a massive fashion crime and an update on that Amazon worker pay increase. Melania Trump went to Africa and wore some clothes, Birchbox is going to set up shop at Walgreens, and...

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240: Eloquii + Walmart, Chanel's Fashion Beach, LVMH Revives Jean Patou from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Walmart bought Eloquii, Amazon opened another store filled with random stuff, and Birkenstock opened its first U.S. store. Paris Fashion Week left us scratching our heads about Celine and losing ou...

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239: Paris Fashion Week, Michael Kors + Versace, Moschino Questions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

We discuss Michael Kors buying Versace, Paris Fashion Week, and questions involving Moschino and an up and coming designer. Italian luxury workers are making below minimum wage, the Clean Clothes C...

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238: London Fashion Week, Rihanna's Runway Delivery, New York & Co. from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

We do a quick review of London Fashion Week, including shows by Burberry, Victoria Beckham, and Alexa Chung. Back in New York, we review a special surprise that took place after Rihanna's Savage X ...

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237: New York Fashion Week, J.Crew Mercantile, Chanel's Big Move from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

We review a handful of New York Fashion Week shows and trends, and give a preview of what you'll be seeing less of (yes, you read that right) at London Fashion Week. Chanel closed its U.S. headquar...

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236: Kylie Cosmetics at Ulta, Eco-Denim Fashion, Plus-Size Vintage Clothing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

New York Fashion Week is upon us again, Town Shoes is closing all its stores in Canada, and Celine has a new logo. Shrimp are somehow involved in Madewell's new eco-denim line, Kylie Cosmetics is c...

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235: Thom Browne Fashion, J.Crew Revival, Reebok's Plant Sneaker from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

J.Crew has a plan to win back customers, Thom Browne has a new majority owner, and Old Navy is expanding its size offerings in stores. We try to figure out what the heck is going on with NAFTA, and...

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The Woodland Creature Hair Salon from 2021-01-29T23:40:37

Christian Siriano launched an interior design firm, Sotheby's is going to sell sneakers, and Christopher & Banks is shutting down. L'Oreal won't use animal fur in its cosmetic brushes and there ...

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Thank You, But What? from 2021-01-23T21:47:32

American Apparel cut back its American-made option, Barney's is moving into Saks, and Sephora is implementing anti-racism measures. The Row is selling its research archive, and Kering is helping...

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Uggs at the Drive-Thru from 2021-01-17T00:27:25

Alexander Wang has responded to allegations, JC Penney ousted its CEO, and Bottega Veneta's social media accounts are missing. Meanwhile, a major fashion editor is partnering with Ugg, a makeup ...

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Mental Fortitude from 2021-01-09T15:44:30

Mytheresa is going public, Alexander Wang is facing allegations, and the Ikea catalog has been discontinued. We remember Pierre Cardin and Nancye Radmin. Plus, statement coats are having a momen...

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The Question Answer Show! from 2021-01-02T19:25:51

You have questions. We have answers. It's our sort-of-annual Question & Answer show! We talk pantsdemic trends, IPOs, middle-school must-haves, and more. Come hang out! 

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Shaq Attack from 2020-12-26T19:59:30

Anna Wintour got a promotion. Kering is being investigated for tax evasion, and we may have found the worst (alleged) snake of them all. Plus, Thomas Pink shut down. Hugo Boss has a new collabor...

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The Greenhouse from 2020-12-18T22:16:44

Chloe has a new creative director, Elie Saab is joining Amazon Luxury, and the Gucci murder is getting a movie. Pantone's colors for 2021 are here. And are headbands the new statement accessory?...

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Let's Go to the Kohora from 2020-12-10T22:48

British department stores are falling apart, Sephora is moving into Kohl's, and Ascena sold Ann Taylor on Thanksgiving. H&M got in trouble for surveilling employees in Germany, and we've got goo...

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That's Called Diversifying from 2020-12-04T23:28:17

Alber Elbaz is planning a new collection, H&M thinks it can scale its textile recycling operations, and Bebe is...buying a furniture store? Plus, we discuss retail worker pay during the pandemic...

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Our Favorite Things from 2020-11-27T11:00

Whether you're shopping for gifts or browsing for yourself, we've got lots of suggestions. Listen in for some of our favorite things to get and receive, including free and low-cost options. Come...

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Eat the Entire Pie from 2020-11-20T23:26:04

Ulta's moving into Target, VF Corp. bought Supreme, and Chanel increased prices (again!). Seasonal retail hiring is way down this year, and H&M's new home collection has a surprising collaborato...

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A $400 Million Dollar Discount from 2020-11-06T22:57:01

It looks like the deal is back on for LVMH and Tiffany. Meanwhile, Adidas is thinking of selling Reebok, while Jason Wu is prepping a beauty line at Target. Plus, a new magazine has an unusual p...

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Succession, But For Shoes from 2020-10-30T21:24:38

Beyonce's latest Ivy Park collection has arrived, hallelujah. Ebay will offer sneaker authentication, True Religion is out of bankruptcy, and Ferragamo might be looking for a new partial owner. ...

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Sometimes Makeup is an Emergency from 2020-10-22T21:00

LuLaRoe owes some people some money, Ascena is selling tween store Justice, and Macy's is turning stores into fulfillment centers. You can get makeup delivered in two hours! Betsey Johnson is do...

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What a Hustle from 2020-10-15T21:00

We've got a shoplifting case for the record books, Chanel is fighting against global warming in a creative way, and we find out what went wrong at Nanette Lepore. There's a new collaboration we ...

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It's The Ding Dang Episode from 2020-10-10T00:25:03

Cardi B has a few new trademark applications, Charming Charlie is back, and California is banning a whole bunch of cosmetics ingredients. Altuzarra is teaming up with Amazon, retailers love coll...

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I'd Rather Eat Salt from 2020-10-03T00:06:20

Jenna Lyons has resurfaced, Ralph Lauren is laying off a ton of workers, and a bunch of Amazon scammers got busted by the Department of Justice. Lowe's was the big winner at New York Fashion Wee...

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Biggie's Crown from 2020-09-25T22:46:55

Coty has legal trouble, The RealReal has legal trouble, and the pandemic broke online shopping. Plus, Biggie's crown cost how much? Come hang out! 

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2 Cakes from 2020-09-18T20:32:17

Century 21 is liquidating, LVMH and Tiffany broke it off, and J. Crew is out of bankruptcy. Everything is happening! Fendi has a new creative director, but when will he sleep? And we discuss a p...

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The CEO is 3 Kids in a Trench Coat from 2020-09-11T21:08:52

A Louis Vuitton associate got caught running a counterfeiting ring, Adidas has a new eco-friendly shoe collection, and Escada is having problems. Plus, retailers are encouraging store employees ...

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In This Economy? from 2020-09-04T21:36:13

The Girl Scouts have new uniforms, Lord & Taylor is liquidating, and New York Fashion Week has a very handy new sponsor. Vintage clothing is going through a pandemic phase and there's trouble in...

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Don't Take My Word For It from 2020-08-29T01:23:46

Postal Service supporters had beef with Urban Outfitters, a department store jewel heist went wrong, and Payless is....back? Plus, an H&M brand had a big issue, and we have bankruptcies and clos...

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Germs Ain't on My Booty from 2020-08-22T01:03:17

Amazon wants to move into your shopping mall, fashion has a waste problem yet again, and anti-viral jeans exist. Plus, we've got more retail closures and a cool collaboration for tweens. Come ha...

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Fyre Sale from 2020-08-13T12:00

We've got a new round of retail bankruptcies and abrupt closures, an auction of confiscated souvenirs, and an update on our least favorite snake. Major retailers want...

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Chicken Nugget Money from 2020-07-30T12:00

Hearst is testing out a membership model for Cosmo and we've got a new slate of bankruptcies and other business misfortune to share. Tapestry's CEO exited abruptly in...

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A Perfect Intersection of Disaster from 2020-07-23T12:00

Are handbags obsolete? Can the U.S. Postal Service survive? Will any retail conglomerate remain intact after the pandemic? We ask the big questions this week. Plus, g...

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Excess Baggage from 2020-07-17T11:05:14

Brooks Brothers filed for bankruptcy, as did a few other apparel brands. We dig into problems plaguing Away luggage and Revlon's Flesh Beauty. All Saints is getting a...

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Flying By the Seat of Your Pantsdemic from 2020-07-09T22:00

Gucci has a new sustainable collection, Kanye's teaming up with Gap, and Everlane's ex-employees are demanding change. And New York Fashion Week will take place over ...

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Dust it Upon Yourself from 2020-07-02T12:00

Dior's Air Jordans are finally (almost) here. Paris and London are moving forward with their fashion weeks in September, and Gucci raised its prices. Valentino is try...

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If You’re Going to be a Criminal Do it Well from 2020-06-25T23:00

Kanye West is locking down trademarks in a new product space. Former eBay employees are being investigated for conspiracy, and everything at Conde Nast is a hot mess....

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Millionaires vs Billionaires from 2020-06-18T12:00

Has the pandemic changed how we’ll shop forever? Marc Jacobs let go of some high-profile staffers, Kylie Jenner’s billions are in question, and Crayola brought in a c...

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Welcome to the Hot Mess Summer from 2020-06-11T12:00

We're back and we brought the extra hot tea. Rent the Runway's valuation took a dip, JCPenney and Sephora had a spat, and Phillip Lim has found a new (temporary) onli...

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Designer Hand Sanitizer from 2020-03-16T22:33:39

Surprise! It's a mini-episode. Today the Met Gala was canceled. Also, LVMH is stopping production of perfume and cosmetics to manufacture hand sanitizer for free for ...

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Episode Scheduling Announcement from 2020-01-09T20:00

Announcement regarding our upcoming schedule. 

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Holiday Q&A from 2020-01-02T20:00

It’s the question-answer show! We answer your questions about fashion trends, shopping conundrums, careers and why the heck we're still using a cover photo from 2015....

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I Hear Purgatory Has Snacks from 2019-12-27T00:44:43

Zac Posen's trademark was sold at auction, Kanye West is opening... something in Wyoming, and Everlane's employees are trying to unionize. Dollar General is taking ov...

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So That’s a Disaster, But I’m Enjoying It from 2019-12-20T01:08:49

Prada and L'Oreal signed a big fragrance deal, Fashion Nova garments were allegedly made by underpaid workers in Los Angeles, and a whole bunch of retail CEOs just go...

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Let's List Our Enemies Alphabetically from 2019-12-12T20:00

H&M is trying clothing rental, Versace is suing Fashion Nova, and Marc Jacobs is countersuing Nirvana. Stussy is partnering with Dior, and a makeup museum is coming t...

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Don’t Steal the Same Thing Twice from 2019-12-06T23:09:14

LVMH bought Tiffany for a boatload of money, Ted Baker can't find $32M worth of inventory, and Balmain's CEO stepped down. Plus, we've got not one, but two fashion cr...

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Put on Your Eating Pants from 2019-11-28T20:00

Gucci is investing in ...call centers? Women are buying themselves something special at the holidays, Nike will stop selling on Amazon, and everyone's losing their mi...

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Exploring&Analyzing Your Fashion Options from 2019-11-21T20:00

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The Pink Bathrobe from 2019-11-15T03:29:29

Art Peck is out of a job at Gap and Zac Posen closed his business. Virgil Abloh is back at work, researchers have developed a shirt that foils facial recognition prog...

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Mix and Match Runway Shows from 2019-11-07T20:00

Alexander Wang has a new talk series and it's set in a weird place. H&M's CEO has feels about consumer shaming. Nike promised not to take Arctic shipping routes. Amaz...

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Fashion Detective Sommelier from 2019-10-31T19:00

We've got more details in the downfall of Forever 21. LVMH wants to buy Tiffany & Co., there's a wacky fashion crime from inside a Sephora order, the NCAA is going to...

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Cold as Ice from 2019-10-24T19:00

We've got an update on a recent fashion crime! Why do we associate luxury items with the cold? Madewell is selling old jeans, purse sales are down, and L'Oreal has bi...

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The Case of the Botox Bandits from 2019-10-17T22:25:53

California is banning fur, people are stealing Botox, the co-founders of EOS are battling, and Bermuda shorts might be back. Plus, workers making Lululemon apparel ha...

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Babushka Boi from 2019-10-10T19:00

Retail vacancies in New York have skyrocketed, men are wearing babushkas, suits aren't popular anymore and Gucci's meeting and beating its own sustainability goals. C...

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Sundays are for Bankruptcy Filings from 2019-10-03T23:46:58

Forever 21 filed for bankruptcy, Rent the Runway had a major supply chain snafu, and we discuss the many features of the latest Balenciaga runway show. Come hang out!...

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Fashion Nostalgia Mode from 2019-09-27T23:49:12

We cap off all the Fashion Weeks with Versace and Dior. Kylie Jenner is working with Balmain and Thakoon is relaunching. Should returns really be free? And the latest...

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Ew, David from 2019-09-19T19:00

The RealReal is facing authentication allegations, Dior is "deeply sorry," ThirdLove's workplace is allegedly toxic, and Demna Gvasalia is leaving Vetements. Come han...

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Flamin’ Hot New York Fashion Week from 2019-09-12T19:00

Virgil Abloh is getting sued, Target is fighting tariff price increases, and New York Fashion Week events are going cuckoo bananas. But beyond the parties and gimmick...

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BONUS: The Saga of Forever 21 from 2019-09-02T13:00

Pop Fashion received so many emails, DMs and text messages about Forever 21 this past past week we decided to do a bonus episode for the first time ever.

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The Importance of Missy Elliott’s Garbage Bag Suit from 2019-08-24T14:56:58

We've got a fashion crime to the tune of $10 million. Missy Elliott is getting a pop-up museum in her honor. How do luxury brands weather economic downturns? And Kate Spade's numbers aren't looking...

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The Mystery of Father Frank and Cartier from 2019-08-15T19:00

A Cartier counterfeiter got busted...in his own church! Zara is setting out to achieve some major sustainability goals, and beauty products have a big problem with glitter. Museum fans, get ready f...

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Chanel is Your Fancy Friend from 2019-08-01T19:00

Why's Athleta doing so well? Why is Chanel doing so well? We have answers for you, along with responses to listener letters about Burberry's new logo, sizing at Reformation and returns at Zara.

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Be Kind, Rewind from 2019-07-13T00:17:44

Amazon's gearing up for Prime Day and some employees are planning a work stoppage. Thousands in North Face gear was stolen from a Wisconsin store, Lady Gaga is launching a cosmetics line on Amazon,...

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Kim K should have named it Westwear from 2019-07-04T19:00

Nylon magazine might be returning to print, Alber Elbaz has made an appearance for a new partnership, and The RealReal went public in a very big way. Chanel is in good hands with its new creative d...

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Fashion Fries from 2019-06-28T03:51:28

Marchesa's co-founder is leaving, the Supreme Court made a decision about FUCT, and Zara's Indian partner has big plans for a cheaper fashion chain. British lawmakers said "nah" to a sustainability...

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Clutch Your Diamonds from 2019-06-22T01:06:11

Lululemon has closed its men's stores, Chanel swears it isn't for sale, and Forever 21 is asking for advice. Kenzo is looking for a new creative director, Target had a very bad weekend, and Gen Z s...

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Handbag HQ from 2019-06-14T02:12:33

We've got some stats on counterfeit bags, a bad earnings report from Ted Baker, and news of another shakeup at Calvin Klein. Which retailers are most likely to see price increases because of (proba...

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Tom Ford is a Slytherin from 2019-06-06T19:00

Cynthia Rowley's in big legal trouble. Overall apparel sales are in the pits. Meanwhile, Alexander Wang hosted his latest runway show at Rockefeller Center. The CFDA Awards happened, and they've ap...

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Mother, Champion, Queen, Goddess from 2019-05-30T23:21:36

Dressbarn is shutting down, Topshop is shutting down U.S. stores, and Sports Illustrated Magazine was sold to an apparel company. Someone tried to sell counterfeit military gear. Serena Williams is...

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The Mystery of Goyard from 2019-05-23T19:00

A listener asked how Goyard bags slipped under her radar for so long before appearing on everyone's arm in the Midwest. So we dove into the brand's secretive, storied past to find some answers. The...

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Fashion Nostalgia from 2019-05-17T00:23:31

Vicky Hush Hush is leaving network TV, Betsey Johnson is headed to Urban Outfitters, and the Army has a new/old look. Is Laura Ashley doing OK? Is New York Fashion Week OK? Balenciaga is paying for...

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Thank You, Rihanna from 2019-05-10T01:32:12

LVMH is in a legal battle with...its own attorney. We reflect on what Rihanna has done for the lingerie market, and check on the ongoing battle between Victoria's Secret and everyone else. Rei Kawa...

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None of This is Ethical from 2019-05-03T23:48:17

When does fashion criticism go to far? You decide after hearing two recent examples. El Chapo is starting a clothing line. American Apparel is holding off on its big comeback, Bluefly is for sale, ...

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Wrangler on My Booty from 2019-04-25T19:00

We talk about the cross-section of fashion and rap music and sing zero bars of any song you might recognize. You're welcome. Hermes is getting into cosmetics, we're running down some spring trends ...

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(Retail) Financing U Can't Trust from 2019-04-18T19:00

Luxury fashion brands are offering funds to repair Notre Dame after it was damaged by fire. The Supreme Court is talking about the F word, Dollar General is taking on the beauty market, and Hudson ...

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Gluttony of Fun from 2019-04-11T19:00

There's trouble in Manolo Blahnik paradise, Roberto Cavalli officially liquidated, and Rent The Runway is expanding. Are you ready for the Goop pop-up cafe in Tokyo? H&M will sell vintage clothing ...

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It's the Shopping Algorithm from 2019-04-05T23:38:53

A YouTube star got majorly burgled, J.Crew is shaking up its business plan, and we've got the details on the abrupt shutdown of Roberto Cavalli in the U.S. There is a ton of Calvin Klein news this ...

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5th Avenue Heartache from 2019-03-28T19:00

A high-profile attorney was accused of extorting Nike. There's big drama involving the board of Bed Bath & Beyond. A secondhand retailer has new numbers on the popularity of secondhand shopping. Yo...

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Big Brother Lives at the Mall from 2019-03-23T00:18:56

Armani is headed back to Tokyo, Victoria's Secret is bring back swimwear, and NYC's newest shopping "experience" is open for business. Gucci is the latest design house to announce a diversity initi...

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Is It Makeup or Is It Poison? from 2019-03-14T19:00

We're trying to keep up with the huge college admissions scandal involving a fashion designer. We've got an update on asbestos-tainted cosmetics, and a peek into L'Oreal's new science-y partnership...

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Gotta Make These Nachos from 2019-03-07T20:00

We take a spin through Paris Fashion Week (70s! Black lights! Snow!) before digging into a major ouster at Ted Baker and Old Navy's breakup with Gap Inc. New York City's Department of Sanitation is...

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A Debate About Dior from 2019-02-28T20:00

As the fashion weeks continue, we find a show we just can't agree on. We have a bit to discuss about this year's Academy Awards. A model is speaking out (again) about size inclusivity. Selfridge's ...

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The Super Party Birthday Show from 2019-02-21T20:00

Welcome to our fifth anniversary show! We start the episode with news of Karl Lagerfeld's death, Payless store closures, and a brand's statement(s) on animal welfare. Burberry is in hot water for a...

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New York Fashion Week from 2019-02-14T20:00

This week we dissect the remaining parts of #NYFW that still make sense, including Tomo Koizumi's standout show and whatever Rag & Bone was doing with AI. But wait! There's also a fashion crime inv...

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Like Glamour Shots, but Better from 2019-02-07T20:00

Six retailers have filed for bankruptcy and we're only six weeks into 2019. What is happening? We don't know, but we're ready to pour one out. If you never got cast on America's Next Top Model, you...

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Go Ahead, Designers. Take a Nap from 2019-01-25T02:12:29

Brandon Truaxe of Deciem has died, Lanvin has a new creative director, and we ask where in the world WAS Karl Lagerfeld? A bridal retailer is getting out of bankruptcy, a luxury brand is dealing wi...

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LVMH’s new brand under its umbrella ella ella from 2019-01-19T02:36:42

This week, the Marie Kondo effect is hitting thrift stores, the Lunar New Year is influencing collections, and Van Heusen had a class action settlement over fake sales. In other news, LVMH is about...

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The LuLaRoe Story from 2019-01-10T21:00

This week we have something different for you: It's a history lesson on LuLaRoe. How'd these printed leggings get to be so popular, and why is the multi-level marketing business the focus of such s...

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Fashion and Revenge from 2019-01-05T06:30:36

It's a new year with the same old problems as we discuss trademark arguments involving some of fashion's biggest names — and one 90s rock band. (No, really, there are three trademark lawsuits happe...

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Why Luxury Fashion and Hospitality Belong Together from 2018-12-20T21:00

Police in New Jersey are catching Amazon package thieves. Is e-commerce really that bad for the environment? What's the CFDA got to do with sustainability? The AP released a shocking report about i...

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Here's a PSA for Taking Care of Your Clothes from 2018-12-06T21:00

The only fashion show that matters in December just had its lowest ratings ever! We're still talking about Payless's advertising stunt, along with another ad campaign that involved a high-tech dres...

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You Do Not Want to Upset Retailers in China, Trust Us from 2018-11-29T21:00

Dolce & Gabbana exploded over the weekend, and a specialty retailer had a Thanksgiving meltdown. So much for a strong Q4, y'all. Cyber Monday broke records, Toys R Us employees are finally getting ...

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Buy Back that Luxury Fashion Company from 2018-11-15T21:00

A fashion executive is catching flak, Singles Day was a hit (again), and the Proenza Schouler boys bought back their company. Is calling out individual counterfeit buyers going too far? Why is Cana...

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Just Flippin’ Through This Holiday Catalog from 2018-11-08T21:00

Guess what?! The days of going to the strip club on the company dime are over! At least, they are for one athletic brand. Meanwhile, there’s a new discrimination complaint against Nike. Ballet danc...

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