In this season of the podcast, we’re having conversations about our bodies and our clothing. These conversations took place in 2021, and I’m so excited to share them with you!
We talk about all of the ways that our bodies and our clothing interact. From fatphobia to why your clothes never seem to fit and how to find clothes that work for you, personal stories, and so much more.
We originally recorded these conversation in 2021, and I’m so excited to share it with you.
If you’re ready to explore embracing your body and body shape while having fun with your style, pick up a copy of Holly’s Guide to Dressing for Your Body Shape with Care and Confidence here.
We do talk a lot about bodies and sizing in this collection. So if that’s something that is sensitive to you, please please listen with care or listen next time.
In this collection…
- Affordable, inclusive, customizable, ethical clothing a conversation with Mallorie Dunn of SmartGlamour
- Plus-size style: clothes as creative outlet & clothing as every day must have with Megan Ixim
- Using style to feel more confident and powerful – a conversation with Jessie Chiang
- Empower your connection with your body and your clothes – with Leah
- Expressing Your True Self: Being yourself with your clothes with Shehla
How you and I can connect and work together…
There are a couple ways we can connect and work together.
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If you’d like one-on-one help creating and keeping a wardrobe you love, coaching is probably your first step, take a look at the options here.
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Affordable, inclusive, customizable, ethical clothing a conversation with Mallorie Dunn of SmartGlamour
In this special episode of the podcast, I’m speaking with Mallorie Dunn, owner and designer of SmartGlamour. SmartGlamour is an affordable, inclusive, and customizable ethical clothing line for people of all shapes, sizes, heights, ages, identities, and styles.
Find the full transcript for this episode here.
Mentioned in this episode…
- SmartGlamour.com
- @Smart_Glamour on Instagram
- F.I.T
- Pratt Institute
- Croquis
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Plus-size style: clothes as creative outlet & clothing as every day must have with Megan Ixim
In this episode of the podcast, Megan and I talk about navigating fashion and finding your style as an individual who wears plus-size clothing. We discuss her style preferences, practices and the importance of fashion, as well as diversity in the world of personal style. At the end of this conversation, Megan graciously shares her favorite fashion pieces, which I hope will inspire you to find yours.
Find the full transcript for this episode here.
About Megan…
Megan is a plus-size model, content creator, and social media director with a passion for all things fashion and style especially in plus size communities. You can find more about Megan Ixim: find Megan’s website here, and follow her on Instagram here.
Mentioned in this episode…
- Gucci vintage loafers
- Macy’s
- American Eagle
- ASOS
- Loud Bodies
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- Or wherever you listen to podcasts. Just search for “Talking About Clothes with Holly Chayes” and it should pop right up!
Using style to feel more confident and powerful – a conversation with Jessie Chiang
In this episode, Jessie and I talk about personal style as a way to feel more confident and powerful in business. Jessie is a past coaching client and was looking for help getting out of a style rut. We discuss how she learned to stop allowing her clothes to hold her back, and how to redefine what successful shopping meant (which inspired this blog post!). Jessie and I also talk about style and clothing as a form of self-care and embracing a love of fashion.
Find the full transcript for this episode here.
About Jessie…
Jessie Chiang is a spiritual business coach. Who helps spiritual women entrepreneurs to reach their goals twice as fast and under 90 days. Without the fluff. Without wasting time and energy.
Find Jessie on Instagram here.
Mentioned in this episode…
- Personal style coaching
- Madewell
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Empower your connection with your body and your clothes with Leah
In this episode, Leah and I talk about your relationship with your clothing, your connection with your body and how it changes throughout your life. We discussed the lasting impact small clothing comments can make, and intentionally changing your connection with your body.
Find the full transcript for this episode here.
Mentioned in this episode…
- Not Your Daughter’s Jeans: https://nydj.com/
- Macy’s
- Style coaching
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- Or wherever you listen to podcasts. Just search for “Talking About Clothes with Holly Chayes” and it should pop right up!
Expressing Your True Self: Being yourself with your clothes with Shehla
In this episode, Shehla and I talk about developing her personal style growing up in Pakistan. And then the culture shock of shopping for clothes in the US. We discuss the contrast between shopping for clothing designed to fit a standardized set of measurements versus clothing that is custom-made for you and your body and your preferences.
Find the full transcript for this episode here.
Mentioned in this episode…
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- Or wherever you listen to podcasts. Just search for “Talking About Clothes with Holly Chayes” and it should pop right up!
If you’re ready to explore embracing your body and body shape while having fun with your style, pick up a copy of Holly’s Guide to Dressing for Your Body Shape with Care and Confidence here.
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