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You may have seen the photos from billionaire Michael Rubin’s star studded Fourth of July bash in the Hamptons. You might have also wondered who is this man? Why are all these celebs wearing white? And don’t all their outfits kinda suck? Sophie and Sita bring out the haterade as they attempt to answer all these questions, delving into the history of white parties and sharing their controversial op...

When a free trip to China, a fast fashion giant, and a crew of up and coming influencers collide, what could go wrong? In this timely ep, the girls unpack the Shein trip lighting up social media. Touching on the allure of freebies, the business of influencing, and shady marketing tactics, Sita and Sophie grapple with the idea that convenience comes with a cost

Sophie and Sita take on the world of dupes aka less expensive versions of popular products. But what’s the line between dupe and counterfeit?  Why is Gen-Z so obsessed with this trend? And how did the line between duper and duped be so hard to find? 

They say money talks and wealth whispers, but what happens when those whispers go viral on TikTok? This week, the girls are talking about quiet luxury, the decidedly unrelateable trend featured in Succession and Gwenyth Paltrow’s ski trial. But is quiet luxury even new? Why do rich people want to dress this way? And, most importantly, why does everyone else want to dress this way too?

From Kaia to Kendall, what celebrity isn’t a nepo baby these days? In this super-sized episode the girls look at the history of nepotism in fashion going back to monarchs and robber barons while breaking down what exactly defines a nepo baby and why the public is obsessed with them. 

Birkin Bags have been a top status symbol among the ultra wealthy for decades, but is their reign coming to a close? This episode, hosts Sophie and Sita break down the bag’s history, its cultural significance, and whether its value will last. 

Grab your rackets and your polos, girlies! In this episode, Sita and Sophie break down fashion's long standing relationship with tennis from its early days as a upper-crust social sport to its sliiiightly more liberal (and practical) dress codes nowadays. Of course, discussion veers towards the sport's undisputed GOAT, Serena Williams, and how her sartorial impact will likely be felt for y...

This week Sita and Sophie tackle Crocs- one of the most ubiquitous and controversial shoes in fashion. The girls breakdown the history of the shoe, their cult appeal, and attempt to answer once and for all whether Crocs are the ugliest shoe of all time.

We’re back with a new season and new cohost, Sophie Hayssen. This week we reflect on our fashion histories, what cultural factors have influenced our styles, and where our styles stand today.

We explore brand building with Frontman co-founders Annelise Hillman and Nick Bunn, zeroing in on how men's beauty is expanding and why companies like Frontman are on the forefront of consumer behavior shifts. Treat acne with Frontman: https://befrontman.com/

We explore AI’s role in fashion with the Trendify team, who constructed an algorithm that can detect where you can buy an item of clothing solely based upon a screenshot of that item. We also take a look at how tech, fashion, and sustainability intersect.

Pojo walks us through her career as a model and how she’s navigated growing her own brand, Models that Eat, as a safe space for models dealing with eating disorders, body image issues, and other social dilemmas within the modeling industry.

We analyze what makes certain trends controversial and whether or not one should partake in them, zeroing in on birkenstocks, slides, utility vests, and more.

Audrey Hilfiger brings us through her journey from organizing business to flower arrangements and finally to Wonderland Home. We discuss the importance of ethical manufacturing, knowing your ingredients, and making products with intention.

We review Dior, Iris Van Herpen, Valentino, and more, examining how their spring pieces reflect society's current circumstances and trends.

We sit down with Varshini, who has been working at TikTok since 2018. She started working with some of the first fashion creators on the platform and has since become a creative producer. We also reflect on the South Asian experience and representation in American media.

We sit down with Zak Heath, a men’s beauty TikTokker, to discuss his thoughts on natural makeup looks, the men’s beauty industry, and how British and American beauty standards intersect.

This week, the Culture Critic podcast host, Nethmi, reflects on her life in Australia and perception of American culture, politics, and more.

We investigate 2020 trends like white wellies and North Face jackets, attempting to shape our thoughts on what will be popular in 2021.

This week, we talk to Courtney Reed about her fellowship in India and China exploring the human hair trade, the origins of her company Initial Cut, and wigs’ rise to popularity in pop culture.

This week, we uncover the sociology of gift giving, including its history, its origination, how it manifests itself as a love language, and how COVID-19 has impacted the practice of it.

This week, we discuss the foundation and operation of the vintage upcycling brand, Ugly B*tch Enterprise, with two of their four co-founders, Mira and Lauren.

We discuss the ramifications of faux fur, how its developed, its usage in high fashion, and how minks' susceptibility to COVID-19 has impacted fur in fashion.

We explore the foundation of Object Limited, a curated vintage reselling and styling platform, and the implications of vintage reselling.

This week, we discuss the fashion archetypes’  socioeconomic implications and origination, covering VSCO girls, cottage core, dark academia, and more.