Preppy Podcast

In today’s world, it seems that as shoes grow prettier, they grow even more uncomfortable. With Charleston Shoe Co. you can have the best of both worlds. Neely Powell wanted to create a fashionable shoe for the everyday, that’s even comfortable on Charleston’s cobblestone.  Listen more to learn about Neely’s journey. Learn more at https://charlestonshoeco.com   Support the show

Formerly an award winning broadcast television journalist, Carrie became intrigued by the entrepreneurial world. She’s been part of many successful brands including Case-mate.  Her passion for bringing quality products to consumers and businesses continues with William Grace. Listen more to learn about Carrie’s journey. Learn more at https://william-grace.com Support the show

How much do you know about the level of protection in your clothes? Melissa from Cabana Life is sharing how important it is to protect your skin while still wearing stylish clothes! The inspiration behind her brand Cabana Life comes from her journey with malignant melanoma which she was diagnosed with at just 26 years old. Learn more at https://www.cabanalife.com/ Support the show

After years of working in the paper and design industry Emily developed an online boutique of her own colorful monogrammed paper goods. With such popularity this led to her expanding her designs and online shoppe to include other products as well, a destination for southern entertainment and style. Today Emily McCarthy Shoppe includes an online and brick and mortar shoppe as well as a collection o...

Painting is a celebration of life! What started off as a few art prints on Etsy has evolved into a colorful brand that has been featured in Glamour, Domino, Redbook, People, and so much more! Listen more to learn about Evelyn’s journey. Learn more at https://www.evelynhenson.com Support the show

Lauren Haskell has always had a love for learning, creating and design. Although her degree is in occupational therapy Lauren started designing for friends and family which eventually led her to start her own interior decorating business, Lauren Haskell Designs. While designing though Lauren found a void in the market for colorful, classic furniture and decor that was also sustainable and responsi...

While exploring Pinterest one day Roula discovered a rope basket and was inspired to create one herself. Today she’s made a whole side business of transforming and styling rope into bags, jewelry and home decor products inspired by her New England lifestyle and sold on her popular Etsy shop. Shop her designs at https://www.etsy.com/shop/sewcialite Support the show

Living in the south most of her life, Janie Dickson loved everything and anything heirloom and costume jewelry. With a passion for retail, Jane was on a mission to bridge the gap between her two favorite types of jewelry. Jane Allen Design is the “white t-shirt” of jewelry; they go with anything in your closet and give your outfit a “classic” touch. Listen more to learn about Jane’s journey. Shop...

Leslie Dasch is the designer behind the accessory brand Dress for Cocktails, a line of interchangeable handbags, hats, belts, jewelry and more. Before designing, Leslie had a cleaning business and was even a love coach featured in prominent publications and wrote her own book. Listen to learn more about Leslie’s journey. Shop at https://dressforcocktails.com Support the show

Kelly Lyden turned lemons into lemonade when she lost her job and started a lifestyle blog. That blog turned into a children’s party product line, a book on entertaining and finally WH Hostess as we know it today! Learn about Kelly’s journey in creating her classic preppy line of paper goods. Shop WH Hostess at http://www.whhostess.com   Support the show

AmyJo designs bespoke and ready-to-wear hats for every occasion. With a love for hats, AmyJo decided to start making her own, after ordering materials and watching videos she began designing. Today she is a member of the Milliners Guild USA and a Kentucky Oaks award winning hat designer! Shop the hats at https://www.amyjooriginalhats.com Support the show

Abby Widger started in the blogging industry at just 14 years old! She talks about how she’s created an authentic readership by quite literally growing up with her followers and sharing in the journey with them. Listen in and learn what’s next for Abby now that she’s graduated college. Check out her blog at: http://www.belleoftheball45.blogspot.com Support the show

Shea Mullen is the designer behind the brand Crab and Cleek, known for their canvas totes with preppy motifs. Shea shares her journey from studying theater to launching other previous businesses… including a cupcake store all while bravely battling MS. Check out http://www.crabandcleek.com Support the show

Lauren Bowen has always had the best dressed kids but after years of being a stay at home mommy she wanted something for herself. She sought out to make little boys clothes that are classic in style but made from innovative wrinkle free, moisture wicking fabric with easy to use buttons! In just a year Brown Bowen is now in boutique across the country and even launching with a large retailer soon!...

Leslie Chalfont is the owner, designer and artist behind Giddy Paperie, a brand that makes art part of the everyday! Leslie has been creating art for as long as she can remember but the brand Giddy Paperie was born after she began making holiday gifts for friends and the demand kept increasing. Today Giddy Paperie includes stationary, prints, mugs, even pillows and towels! Check them out on http:/...

Karena Rasser and Elizabeth Hoenscheid are the owners and designers of Top It Off Accessories! After a light bulb moment from the .com trend and a desire for entrepreneurship these two started Top It Off over 15 years ago with the hit trend ribbon belts! Today the line includes preppy clothes, accessories and shoes all at an affordable price! Use code preppypodcast for 25% off on topitoffaccessori...

Caroline Leed started the baby and children’s brand Smiling Button right out of college! She had no design experience but grew up in a family of entrepreneurs and surrounded by retail. She managed to make an adorable brand that has even been worn by Beyonce’s daughter! Shop at https://smilingbutton.com and listen in for a special discount code to enjoy. Support the show

Jessica Cameron is the owner of  Pink Colony, Vermont’s largest selection of Lilly Pulitzer. The boutique is known for ski, sun and preppy fun, based in Stowe, VT. What makes this interview so interesting is the fact that this isn’t Jessica’s first store, she actually opened her first at age 16!  Learn about Jessica’s transition from beauty to fashion, her entrepreneurship advice and more. Shop at...

Sara Campbell began sewing before the age of 7 and has never stopped! We talk about how transformed her interest in the arts into a national brand with over 20 stores today! We talk about the ups like doing over 20 million in sales and the downs such as embezzlement and coronavirus but how she pushes through with a can-do attitude! Shop Sara’s designs at https://www.saracambell.com Support the sho...

Erin Hornyak has always had a love of classic, preppy clothing and accessories in the shade of blue. After years of creating a successful family run handbag line it wasn’t until the hunt for the perfect navy tie for a wedding that the idea for an online store for all things blue was born! Shop the collection at https://www.shopnavybleu.com Support the show

The sister duo, Neely & Chloe Burch are sharing their story of how what started as a pop up retail idea turned into a successful line of handbags and shoes that are redefining luxury. We discuss the pros and cons of running a business with family, the challenges of retails and what makes their pieces so special. Shop their collection at https://www.neelyandchloe.com Support the show

Lalan Shrikam is the owner behind Jayes Studio, the colorful home accessory brand. Lalan shares his stories of growing up watching his parents create the business in 1976, then taking it over and continuing to grow it today. Shop Jayes Studio at https://www.jayesstudio.com Support the show

Booth Parker is the founder and designer behind Haley & the Hound, a preppy women’s clothing brand based on the North Carolina shore. Unlike many designers, Booth actually started with a career in accounting but today is living her best life creating colorful and happy clothes! Shop Booth’s collection at https://www.haleyandthehound.com Support the show

Elsa Massey is the influencer behind Simply Elsa. Starting her blog less than a year ago she’s already grown an impressive following and partnered with top preppy brands while shedding light on body positivity and size inclusivity. We discuss her journey and why what’s on the inside truly matters most. Check out Elsa’s blog at https://www.simplyelsa.com Support the show

Morgan Weinstock is the VP of Sales & Marketing at Jackson Morgan Southern Cream, a family business her father founded, inspired by his grandfather who once had a whiskey still in eastern North Carolina in the 1920s. Today the brand is an American made craft whiskey business with southern inspired flavors such as banana pudding, salted caramel and more.   Discover more at https://www.sipjackso...