Let's Get Dressed

On today’s episode, I share the most essential items every person needs in their closet. From that perfect white tee to a staple earring, I share my favorite items from my closet that I believe are the foundation to my personal style. You’ll hear about items to splurge on, save on, mix and match, and how to build the closet of your dreams that will never have you saying “what should I wear today?”...

Avery Francis is a veteran HR thought leader who specializes in implementing diversity, equity and inclusion practices in the workplace through her company Bloom. She believes that work should work for everyone, a value that’s driven her company to become the go to authority for brands like Shopify and Spotify. Now as a leader in all things work life, she’s been tapped to be the new host of Girlbo...

At just 18 years old, Ellie Zeiler has built a community of over 12.5 million followers across social media. As a high schooler when the COVID-19 shutdown happened, Ellie used her free time to start creating content on TikTok, and has now become one of the most notable names on the platform for her fun, easygoing, big sister-like content across fashion, beauty, and lifestyle. She’s partnered with...

If you’re on Instagram, chances are you’ve swiped past an image of Olive Ateliers and instantly hit save. The Los Angeles-based lifestyle brand has quickly become the most exclusive and sought-after home decor brands disrupting the market today. Offering objects with old souls - a pot from Turkey, a marble sink, or a wooden cutting board, the brand has garnered fans like Elsa Hosk and Kendall Jenn...

Happy New Year everyone! In today’s episode, I sit down and share my thoughts on the fashion industry’s current events, new trends, and the items you need to nail them. From the recent designer musical chairs, to the J. Crew and Banana Republic resurgence, and the Met Gala, get caught up on some industry insider insights to get you prepared and stylish for the upcoming year.    Love the show? Foll...

Welcome to our holiday party! For our final episode of 2022, we’ve rounded up the most memorable lessons shared on the Friend of a Friend airwaves. From the best ways to brand yourself to turning weaknesses into strength, Liv shares unforgettable moments and advice from some of our most trustworthy friends like Half Baked Harvest’s Tieghan Gerard to fashion icon Jenna Lyons.   Featured episodes: ...

Today we’re joined by the queen of the silver screen, Zoey Deutch. You know her from movies like Set It Up, Not Okay, Flower, and now her latest project, Something From Tiffany’s, a holiday romcom that’s set to be an instant classic. Zoey plays Rachel, a baker in New York City who’s life gets upended when she gets an engagement ring, that was meant for someone else, leads her to the person she’s m...

There is no link I click faster on than a new story from fashion writer José Criales-Unzueta. With sharp, thoughtful takes backed by a profound knowledge and admiration for the fashion industry, José has rightfully become one of fashion’s go-to minds and voices. Born and raised in La Paz, Bolivia, José moved to the states for college to study Fashion Design at SCAD. After a few internships and fre...

For my last solo episode of 2022, I reflect back on the year and answer some of your questions from Instagram. I share the entrepreneurial lessons I’ve gained recently, like how I hold myself accountable as my own boss or my best advice for fellow leaders, to how I stay inspired and make space for personal growth. I also share some tips on performing an end of year audit (for all those who may not...

One of the most sought after hairstylists in the world, Jawara Wauchope has become to go-to for celebrities from Rihanna to Solange, Dua Lipa, and more. Growing up in Jamaica, Jawara got a crash course on hair at a young age, surrounded by his eclectic family of reggae legends where beauty and style was at the center of his world. He now brings that creative spirit to a global stage as the man beh...

For the past 12 years, Mary Lawless Lee has shared her life with her community of over 3 million followers. But now she’s introducing herself like never before with her new memoir Happily Grey: Stories, Souvenirs, and Everyday Wonders from the Life in Between. Part memoir, part pathfinder and life guide, the book goes behind her curated life with intimate stories like her first career as an ICU nu...

In 2009, Alyssa Wasko starting making scarves in her college dorm room to cope with the death of her father, Donald. The scarves were shared with colleges around the country, uniting Alyssa with a community of people who also found solace in her creativity and would  later become the community behind DONNI. 13 years later, DONNI, is on every fashion girl’s favorites list for elevated essentials -...

If you’re walking through Washington Square Park, you might just get lucky and spot Davis Burleson at work. Mic in hand and cameraman in tow, he’ll run up to any random stranger, ask them an obscure question, and they’ll surprisingly bare their soul to him on camera. Questions like “how much does your outfit cost?” and “does your ex need therapy” have garnered over 17 million views. In 2021, Davis...

Jenna Lyons is nothing short of an icon. Fun fact, she’s actually the reason I got into fashion. From a young age, I was obsessed with her perspective on personal style. It was a blend of highs and lows - a Schiaparelli skirt with a button down top, or a feather skirt paired with denim - that defied what was the fashion “norm” and made you feel like hey, anything goes. It’s that ethos that has bee...

In honor of the Sami Miro Vintage’s x Levi’s collaboration dropping tomorrow, we’re bubbling this interview back to the top of your inbox! Growing up in San Francisco, Sami Miro was known as the “weird vintage girl,” wearing recycled clothing she found in the back of American Rag to her 9-5 tech start up job. Today, she runs one of fashion’s coolest vintage brands and is a leader in the conversati...

Tune in for Liv’s monthly Ask Me Anything episode where she answers you burning questions - from styling, to building a career in content creation, to her current must haves - direct from Instagram.    Love the show? Follow us and leave a review! And for more behind-the-scenes, follow Liv on Instagram, @LivvPerez.  Megan Vaughn Episode:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/friend-of-a-friend/id1...

I’m back home and ready to brain dump three weeks away for Fashion Month! From New York to Milan, I’m sharing all the wow factor moments - from Gucci’s #Twinsburg to the Michael Kors show - and the top three trends I’ve seen nonstop this month.    Love the show? Follow us and leave a review! And for more behind-the-scenes, follow Liv on Instagram, @LivvPerez.    Sponsors Steve Madden: 20% OFF AT S...

Pastry chef turned beauty entrepreneur, Kate McLeod knows a thing or two about good ingredients. During her days in the kitchen, Kate suffered from dry skin, leading her to one day try cocoa butter as a last salve. The results were transformational. But cocoa butter is rock hard in its natural state, and Kate wondered if she could make it easier to apply without diluting its raw power as a solid....

In just a few short weeks, Coco Mocoe has become one of the most popular Tik Tok personalities for accurately predicting pop culture trends and stars on the rise right before they blow up. From Kylie’s car series to Taylor Swift’s grunge era, you heard it from Coco first. But her rise to popularity didn’t come overnight. She worked with the D’Amelios back in 2018 to and has been dedicated to the p...

If you’re not in fashion, Fashion Month can seem a bit overwhelming. I often get asked - can I buy that look right now? When will that style be available? Or why didn’t that runway piece make it to stores? Well, there’s a big business behind runway shows - it fuels the fashion industry forward, sets trends for the seasons ahead, and allows fashion buyers to decide what makes it from the runway to...

Today’s guest is Cass DiMicco, a fashion influencer and the founder of Aureum Collective, a jewelry brand that gives you a luxury aesthetic without the luxury price point. Just one look at her Instagram and you’ll see she’s giving Brigitte Bardot reincarnated. She’s impeccably chic - with a feed filled with fashion and beauty inspiration, and of course, how she uses accessories to elevate every da...

I often talk about the necessity for community. No matter what you do, where you work, finding your people and keeping them close is one of the most important lessons I’ve learned as someone in the fashion industry. One of my people is Danielle Prescod. She instantly became someone who felt like a security blanket for me - at a work event where maybe I didn’t know anyone, fashion weeks, whatever i...

I’ll never forget the first time I saw a Pantene ad. The silky, luscious, and thick hair on the models couldn’t be more different from my own hair, but instantly became an ideal of what society considered beautiful. It carried me through the many emotional stages of my hair - extensions, the post breakup chop, multiple colors (who can relate?) - all to achieve that bounce that could be seen from a...

One of the most frequent questions I get asked from entrepreneurs is, “Is investing in PR really worth it?” In 2022, PR is a whole new ballgame. Tabloids are out, and clicks are in. But as a new brand, how do you truly make a splash and get your name out there? And how do you know the best avenues to invest in? Enter Megan Vaughn, the founder of MVPR, and the PR guru behind all your favorite socia...

From Machine Gun Kelly to Heaven by Marc Jacobs, the punk revival is as alive and well as ever. So we brought on Alyssa Vingan, the Editor in Chief of Nylon Magazine (and self-proclaimed former emo-kid) to help unpack the era of nostalgia. We talk    Olivia Rodrigo, Hayley Williams, Depop, and of course, how to build a career as a fashion journalist.     Love the show? Follow us and leave a review...