Preppy Podcast

Whitney creates functional fine art and conversation pieces drawn for your lifestyle. Whitney grew up on a lake in the Adirondack Mountains where the waterfront and wildlife provided an abundance of natural material. Whitney graduated Cum Laude with a major in Art History and a minor in Studio Art. She interned in the conservation studio at the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice, Italy and in t...

Enjoy the audio from our Newport Live panel at Hammetts Hotel with brands CK Bradley, Loren Hope, Tyler Boe and Kylie McCollough.  Support the show

Lindsay is a wife and mother to four children. Several years ago when she reached her late thirties, she noticed her skin began to speak a different language. After attributing much of this to a combination of hormones and a loss of elasticity after multiple pregnancies, Lindsay spent years testing new products and tools to bring the most efficacious results. Her passion has been research and tria...

Artfully crafted products for a classic and eclectic lifestyle including hobbies, entertaining, style and travel created by Sunny Esler and collaborations with talented artists. Shop at https://tigredetartan.com and use code sunny15 for $15 off your order of $100 or more  Support the show

Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Singapore, MO MAYA began with a mission to create luxurious, handcrafted pieces as beautiful as they are sustainable. After graduating from Georgetown University and getting a degree in Biotechnology, Parul Jain was led to develop MO MAYA when she could not find affordable, hand-made luxurious pieces in Singapore. MO MAYA takes pride in being sustainable, with...

Today we’re deep diving on a favorite preppy game that has recently found new popularity… Mahjong! I chat with the founders of Bam! Let’s Mahjong, Charleston Mahjong Club, Oh My Mahjong and Troop Mahjong to talk about the history, game play tips, modern mahj and more. Support the show

CROSBY by Mollie Burch is headquartered in Atlanta, GA. Founded in 2015, best friends Mollie and Taylor developed a women’s brand to inspire confidence through bold color and design. Both founders believe that fashion has the power to empower women to walk boldly and shine brightly. From sizes XXS to XXL, CROSBY creates flattering fits that can be worn by any generation! More than a slogan, “Shine...

Mignonne Gavigan launched in 2014. It was a bit spontaneous. Mignonne, "Maggie", was experimenting with a beaded couture vintage gown and an embellished piece of fabric fell to the floor. She picked it up and fastened it around her neck because she thought it was a cool scarf vibe. On her walk home through Soho a handful of compliments and questions on where she had gotten her necklace c...

Use code PREPPY20 for a 20% off discount on your order With over 20 years of experience in design, Retta is the founder and creative director of Retta Jane, a luxury, ready-to-wear brand crafted for modern tween and teen girls. Her vision for the brand emerged from cherished memories of her own carefully curated wardrobe—pieces lovingly passed down from her mother and grandmother that embodied cla...

At 34, Nicolle faced a daunting diagnosis: melanoma. It was a wake-up call that revealed a gap in the market: the majority of UPF clothing was tailored for women over 55. This void ignited the spark for Ivy Coast. But while skin cancer played a significant role in shaping Ivy Coast's identity, it wasn't the sole inspiration behind her venture into women-owned fashion. Nicolle’s journey b...

Mary George Sowers is a CPA-turned-creative entrepreneur and the founder of two vibrant lifestyle brands: Mary George, a joyful and feminine clothing line inspired by interiors, and MG Textiles, a custom rug company offering made-to-order pieces designed to bring warmth and personality to any space. Originally from Snow Hill, North Carolina, Mary George has always had a love for fashion, interior...

It’s the summer of preppy! With preppy fashions all over the runways and on the racks of stores across the country, people are leaning into preppy hobbies like needlepoint, golf and mahjong and some of our favorite preppy brands resurfacing. Join me with #preppyauntie  Support the show

Francesca truly believes that cake tastes better in the morning, and she loves wearing a ballroom skirt, and her penny loafers to do errands, she also believes that you can never have enough jewelry! Francesa has had a true love affair with vintage since she was a young lady. She would adore a day of thrifting, and going to church sales. She would love to rummage through boxes of jewels, fabrics,...

Third Coast Stitches was founded by Mackenzie Reimer and Kathryn Cannon in 2021. Opened with the needlepoint beginner in mind, TCS is a full service needlepoint business with an emphasis on connection and community. TCS is operated out of their original Lincoln Park storefront and is quickly expanding their team and online presence. They believe in the peace, accomplishment, and connection hobbies...

It all began with a group of friends who shared a love for mahjong. Gathering around the table, they found not just entertainment, but a bond that grew stronger with each game. Inspired by their shared experiences, they embarked on a journey to infuse their passion for mahjong with their creative energy. What started as friendly games evolved into a shared vision: to create mahjong tiles that refl...

Stephanie Errickson is the founder of Cliff + Soph Design. C + S Design is a handbag company that creates handcrafted purses all made in Connecticut using mostly interior designer fabrics. Their mission is to give back to charity so a portion of each sale is donated to charities.  https://cliffandsophdesign.com/ Use code PREPPY25 for 25% off Support the show

A recording from the live panel in Charlotte, NC with Dillards Coterie Shop brands including; Buru, Crosby by Mollie Burch, Abbey Glass, Mo Maya and Damaris Bailey. Support the show

What started out as designing invitations for friends in our small southern town, quickly turned into a passion for designing and painting bespoke stationery for clients across the country. From custom wedding invitations, stationery cards and game day themed paper, the Rhonda Neal Shoppe has become a one stop shop for your bright, whimsical design needs.  She has been printing and designing stati...

Jessica Riester and Eve Donovan are jae. They started jae in 2020 after reminiscing about their childhood Bermuda bags. Between their nostalgia for those beloved handbags and a shared passion for textiles, they set out to create a modern-day version of the Bermuda bag. Less than a year later they launched the jae Bag – made from finer materials and with greater utility in mind than the Bermuda bag...

As a certified etiquette trainer, Mariah Grumet Humbert is on a mission to bring an intentional sparkle back to a lost art. She believes etiquette is much more than just a set of rules– it is a powerful tool to help individuals build confidence, create stronger connections, and distinguish themselves. In her pursuit to redefine the meaning of etiquette, she helps her clients master the nuances of...

Samantha Gold is the Founder & CEO of Motette, an elevated children’s sleepwear brand that officially launches in March 2025. With a background as a tech executive and former CEO in the fashion industry, Samantha’s career has been defined by bold transformations and thoughtful leadership. But it was motherhood that sparked her next big leap. After struggling to find pajamas that were as timele...

In this episode I talk with multiple businesses and we dive into to the history, etiquette, trends and favorites when it comes to monograms. What could be more preppy?  Support the show

Lisa ‘Lele’ Sadoughi is known as the “embellished artist” of her time. She has worked under the helm of Rebecca Taylor, Ippolita, and Tory Burch, and launched the first-ever J. Crew costume jewelry collection. She launched her brand in 2012 in New York City focusing on accessories and her product assortment now features 15 categories. She accessories everyone from Kate Middelton, Olivia Rodrigo, O...

Little Blue Designs is a creative small business owned by artist and surface pattern designer Stephanie Troxler. This Florida native is known for her bright and cheerful watercolor designs and draws inspiration from everyday coastal living in sunny Bradenton, FL. Stephanie enjoys creating for brands through art licensing, package design, illustration, as well as sharing her passion for painting by...

Sheridan French is a female-founded, print-driven lifestyle brand that promotes confidence, a positive outlook on life, and brings joy to getting dressed. By combining unique, handcrafted prints with timeless silhouettes, we create pieces as bold and vibrant as the women who wear them. Wearing Sheridan French means putting a smile on your face and creating joyful moments every day—because being ha...