The podcast features stories of success and innovation in various industries, including Mitch Gould's impact on Amazon's sports nutrition category, Benheart's unique blend of artisanal luxury fashion, DC Wine & Spirits' surge in demand for premium gifts, La Posada's vibrant book club community, and Norman Love Confections' unveiling of holiday collections. These businesses demonstrate the power of visionary product placement, authentic craftsmanship, curated gifting experiences, community engagement

Anthropologie launched its bridal line on Valentine’s Day in 2011 and has been tying the knot ever since. On its website last year, Anthropologie’s weddings category saw over 75 million product views (a double-digit increase over the previous year), and on-site wedding search traffic also increased by double digits. As the definition of what constitutes “bridal fashion” exponentially expands, so has Anthropologie’s offerings.   “The Gen Z bride in particular is making sure she's documenting every

We’re back with another installment of our seasonal series, Who What Wear 100. In this episode, Who What Wear Editor in Chief Kat Collings is joined by editors Eliza Huber and Nikki Chwatt to dish on their top wardrobe essentials for fall. They share their favorite It pieces across every major category—including outerwear, shoes, and bags—and offer some outfit formulas you can use all season to keep your looks cozy and chic. Plus, they reveal where you can shop fall trends, whether you’re on a

In this episode of Caviar & Wings, we’re covering two major stories shaping travel this week. First, we break down the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa, the Category 5 storm that tore through Jamaica, and what it means for travelers and the island’s recovery. Then, we shift gears to explore Reserve P/S — the new private terminal experience changing how luxury travelers move through airports. Tune in as we unpack how both stories are redefining the way we think about safety, conveni...

Hey friends!This week, Keith O’Briant, CEO and Founder of Hydrinity Accelerated Skin Science, joined me on the Bright Side of Beauty Podcast. He shared a little about how Hydrinity came to be, why he has a man crush on hyaluronic acid (lol!), and Hydrinity’s new innovation in the retinal category. Retaxome is now available for practice purchase! Retaxome is a calming retinal with an exosomal delivery system. Keith shared with me what that means, and why this innovation is so exciting for the

In this episode of The Skincarma Pod, Carmine welcomes cosmetic chemist and MoCRA compliance expert Mark Broussard, who has developed over 600 products across every beauty category. They discuss the 1% rule in skincare formulation and its implications for transparency and product efficacy. Intriguingly, this overlooked regulatory loophole is helping to drive dupe culture. Mark also shares insights about his work leading Desert in Bloom Cosmetics Lab and his new role with Skin Angels – a

This week the ladies are finally(?) judging a book by its over in a no-holds-barred full bottle beauty pageant. That means fancy flacons, camp containers, and sculptural spritzers in every category. Whether you choose yours for a hint of heritage, a Canva-core campaign, or a delicate diffusion of drag, the ladies are the declaring the big beautiful bottle winners you won’t want to wait for.Fragrances Discussed:Oriza Legrand HéliotropeOriza Legrand HorizonMDCI Invasion BarbareMDCI Blue

In this episode of the Skincarma Pod, Carmine presents the product innovation winners across seven categories in the 2025 BeautyMatter Awards. As a judge in the BeautyMatter Awards for the third year running, Carmine evaluated more than 200 products over the course of two months. In today’s episode, he shares the finalists in each category: treatments, moisturizers, scrubs and cleansers, acne, men’s and sun care – his favorite of all. As he presents the winners, he breaks each product down, sharing

Many people collect style labels hoping one will finally click. You get typed as a Spring, then a Dramatic Classic, then a Type 4 - and you're still not sure what to wear on Tuesday morning. Here's what's missing: those labels don't teach you how to navigate your own decisions.In this episode, I'm sharing the difference between being given a style category and creating your own style navigation system. It's the same principle that makes personality typing either limiting or life-changing - and it

In this episode of Beauty and the Brand, host Aggie Burnett sits down with Dominique Gagnon—brand builder and award-winning innovator and growth strategist, Dominique helped found category-creating health & wellness brands like DEINDE, Caldera + Lab, and isbel&co. Dominique shares her insider perspective on what it takes to secure funding in today’s beauty and wellness landscape. From understanding the critical role of Sephora contracts and retail distribution in valuations to demystifying

Christina Bouglass is originally from the UK and raised in Switzerland. She began her marketing career at Procter & Gamble in Geneva and spent 20 years as a marketing executive shaping some of the world’s most iconic beauty brands, working with celebrities and fashion houses. She held global, regional, and local roles at P&G, Coty, and The Wella Company, spanning every category of the beauty industry.Then, in Christina's own words:"After a toxic private equity takeover, the absence of values

After turning a simple idea into a cultural phenomenon, Nell Diamond has built Hill House Home into a $150M+ fashion and lifestyle brand beloved for its viral Nap Dress™ and fiercely loyal community.In this conversation, Nell shares how a slow-burning idea became her company, how she scaled from a direct-to-consumer bedding startup to a multi-category brand, and the intentional choices that shaped Hill House’s signature blend of comfort and elegance. She opens up about early fundraising rejections,

From Kitchen Table to Power Brand - Jennifer Fisher X Tracy Taylor - Style Your VibeFrom kitchen table experiments to a category-defining brand, Jennifer Fisher sits down with Tracy Taylor to unpack the real story behind her rise: early Instagram bets, breakout editorial moments, scaling from bedroom startup to corporate operation, and why “trust your gut” is still her operating system. She opens up about raising capital, evolving as a leader, making tough team calls, and building a community

This week on Straight to the Races, Jeremy takes center stage with his very own Dream Season of RuPaul’s Drag Race! From a cast packed with fan favorites, to fresh new twists, gag-worthy challenges, and shocking eliminations, Jeremy lays out the ultimate season of Drag Race he’s always wanted to see. Expect alliances, werkroom drama, and a few twists you’d never see coming.If you’ve ever screamed “what if?” at the TV while watching Drag Race, this episode is for you.

Salon ownership is the goal of many—if not most—professionals. Today, there are multiple paths to achieving that dream, but one option that’s rarely discussed is the growing franchise salon category. Sport Clips franchisee Whitney Bradley, a licensed professional, transitioned from working behind the chair to managing a franchise salon before ultimately becoming the owner of her own Sport Clips location. In this conversation, Whitney shares her journey to ownership and highlights the advantages of

On today’s show, we’re chatting with Belinda Van Santen, Vintage Category Manager at Vestiaire Collective. Vestiaire Collective is a global platform for pre-loved luxury and designer fashion, started in Paris in 2009, where Belinda is also based. Belinda has been with Vestiaire Collective for over a decade, one of the company’s longest employees, who has great perspective on how the platforms’ expertise in vintage has evolved and intensified over the years. Most recently, Vestiaire Collective has

This week on Straight to the Races, Jewel takes the spotlight to design her very own season of RuPaul’s Drag Race! From a fantasy cast of queens, to the wildest challenges, to runway themes that would leave us gagged — Jewel is stepping into the producer’s chair and serving up her dream season of Drag Race.It’s fantasy, it’s fun, and it’s fabulous — come along as we imagine what Drag Race could look like if Jewel ran the show.

Anisa Telwar Kaicker is the founder and CEO of Anisa Beauty and Anisa International, a visionary leader who has redefined the beauty tool category through innovation, integrity, and intentional design. With over 30 years of experience, Anisa has built a global business rooted in her belief that beauty tools are not just accessories—they are essential to the skincare and makeup experience. Her commitment to responsible manufacturing, product excellence, and female empowerment has positioned her as a

Vicky Tsai returns for her second Gloss Angeles interview! The Tatcha founder drops by six years after her first appearance to discuss how Tatcha has grown since 2019 (after an acquisition), what remains the same, what skincare as a category needs to improve upon, the brand’s most underrated product, what she’s done to help her health since entering peri-menopause, and the reason she created The Longevity Serum after a life-changing trip to Okinawa. Shop this episodeWatch our episodes!CALL or TEXT

Game night, but make it Drag Race! In this episode of Straight to the Races, Jewel and Jeremy put their drag knowledge to the test with a round of trivia, go head-to-head in a shady little “Drag War” card game, and even take a “Which Drag Queen Am I?” quiz. It’s chaotic, it’s camp, and it’s all things drag.Join us for laughs, competition, and maybe a little self-discovery — and let us know which games you’d love to hear us play next! You can listen to Straight to the Races on PodBean, Apple