with Megs

In this episode, Meghan interviews MacKenzie Beatty. Kenzie is a 26 year old hustler who thrives off all things fashion and self expression. Growing up in the suburbs of Detroit, Kenzie’s largest exposure to fashion was in her own household as the oldest of five girls. After studying psychology at Saint Louis University, Kenzie moved to Chicago for graduate school at DePaul. While studying and dis...

On this mini episode of Raw & Real NYC, Sam and Meghan talk about major life updates, fashion and beauty favorites, must read books to put on your list for the fall, how we use affirmations in our lives and so much more! With 2020 being one of the craziest years ever, we are here to tell you that we are all in the same boat. Listen for an inside scoop on some major changes that have happened i...

Taylor Arnold is currently a Public Relations Associate at alive + olivia . From going to school at FIT where she met @samijenkins , to landing her dream job at Marc Jacobs, Taylor talks about her fashion career path thus far! We dive into what being in PR really entails, including what her day-to-day looks like working at alice + olivia . Let us know your thoughts on this episode & make...

ln this episode, Samantha Jenkins interviews longtime friend Emma Hewson, an entrepreneur and hustler who started her own business named Roxy & Co. The conversation starts off with what it was like going to the Fashion Institute of Technology in NYC and how it has helped Emma find her true calling in interior design & animal rescue. Along the lines of entrepreneurship, we also discuss Emma...

We are so excited to launch Season 2 with today’s guest, Andrew Gelwicks. Born and raised in the Midwest, Andrew moved to New York after attending Butler University and launched his career in the fashion industry at GQ Magazine. Shortly thereafter he took his talents to Teen Vogue working in celebrity bookings. Recognizing his calling and capitalizing on his entrepreneurial spirit, Andrew Gelwicks...

On this episode of Raw & Real NYC, we discuss the importance of self-love! We open up about our past experiences that have made us more confident in ourselves, regardless of other opinions. From gratitude journaling to taking more time for yourself, there are a multitude of tactics that can help you stay true to yourself. We all deserve the love that we give everyone else and we are here to re...

On this episode of Raw & Real NYC, we interview Merel Petri. With experience in the fashion industry working for companies such as Michael Kors, Tibi, Modern Luxury and Rent the Runway in divisions across wholesale, communications, operations and public relations, Merel Petri shares her wealth of knowledge. All of these experiences helped Merel land her dream job at Christian Louboutin where s...

On this episode of Raw & Real NYC, we discuss all things summer fits. Having trouble picking what to wear to happy hour with coworkers? Your first FaceTime date? A family party this summer? This episode is all things inspo. We hope you enjoy! And to drink the coffee we were drinking while recording, be sure to stop by @konacoffeeco in the East Village. Let them know Raw & Real sent you! Fo...

In this episode of Raw & Real we sit down to talk with Dalton Taylor. Dalton works in trim production and is simultaneously pursuing his passion for music. We dive into his transfer to the Fashion Institute of Technology, the development of his professional growth in the fashion industry as well as his pursuit of the side hustle, New York City Nightlife DJ. Follow Dalton on Instagram @daltonjt...

In this mini episode of Raw & Real NYC, we discuss the meaning of destination addiction and why this term is so prevalent in our society today. Being two 23 year-old girls who live in NYC, we understand how stressful it feels to simply “keep up” with everyone else. We share our personal struggles with destination addiction and our realization that happiness can be found in the present. Let us...

In this episode of Raw & Real Sam and I sat down with two friends, Andrea Weinberg and Nikki MacCallum. Andi founded The Andi Brand which produces super lightweight, transformable bags that are made for living more simply, more fully and doing more with less. Nikki MacCallum is New York City based standup comedian, author, and speaker and dear friend of Andi Weinberg! To follow The Andi Brand...

In this mini episode of Raw & Real we talk about our favorite summer trends! As businesses and restaurants are slowly starting to re-open, consumers still feel hesitant to purchase summer outfits due to the uncertainty amidst Covid-19. We discuss trends for summer & reminisce on some pieces that are making a comeback. These are the goodies that are waiting to be purchased in our online sho...

In this episode, @meghancaseyloftus interviews Tania Jolly, @musesspeak , a creative consultant, former Marketing Director at Saks and serial entrepreneur. The conversation surrounds fashion in the midwest, how experiences inside and outside of fashion can shape your career, mentors, investment pieces, the future of the industry and more. Give it a listen and be sure to let us know what you think...

In this episode of Raw & Real Sam and I discuss the potential outcome of COVID-19 on the fashion industry. We breakdown how we’re staying sane working from home in the fashion industry (morning routines, favorite books, etc.) as well as the future of fashion. We discuss brand loyalty post coronavirus, digitalizing fashion, Paris Fashion Week and more. We hope that everyone is staying safe, sta...

In the very first episode of Raw & Real, we want our listeners to get to know a little bit about us! We discuss our childhoods, hometowns, college decisions, internships, friendships and the start of our careers in New York City. Thanks for listening! **In the episode, Meghan mentions her relation to her connection at CELINE & Balenciaga and it should be stated as “Dad’s college roommates,...