Style POV

In this episode of Style POV’s Style Files series, I sit down with Lillian to talk about her journey from postpartum style confusion to a sense of grounded clarity. Previously, she was deep in online advice, surface-level color analysis, and style systems that promised answers but often created more noise. We talk about growing up, the impact of COVID, her first virtual analysis, and what it felt like to move through multiple systems while searching for harmony, formulas, and something that a...

In this inspiring episode of Style POV, personal stylist and fashion and film historian April Clemmer unpacks the original “style system” that Hollywood perfected. April shares how film studios engineered star power through wardrobe and image strategy, and how we can take those same timeless lessons into our everyday lives. We explore what classic stars like Audrey Hepburn understood about clarity, identity and presence on screen and how that translates into getting dressed with intention tod...

In this episode of Style POV, we sit down with Fatima Ess, founder of Poeticize Your Presence, to explore her signature system that fuses silhouette analysis, custom color palettes, and style energy archetypes into something deeply personal and liberating. Fatima shares how her background as an image consultant, author, and brand storyteller shaped a philosophy that celebrates individuality rather than conformity. From challenging traditional color analysis stereotypes to introducing the conc...

Today on Style POV, I’m joined by the incomparable Marisa Meltzer, bestselling author of Glossy and Girl Power, and a writer the New York Times calls “culturally astute and genuine.” In her latest work, It Girl: The Life and Legacy of Jane Birkin (out October 7th, 2025), Marisa traces how an insecure London teenager grew into the epitome of effortless French style. Our conversation pulls back the veil on Birkin- not just as a fashion icon, but as an artist, activist, and woman who embodi...

Today on Style POV, I’m joined by someone who makes the everyday feel cinematic. Abi Hoffman is a fashion content creator, writer, and vintage curator whose work lives at the intersection of beauty, storytelling, and intention. Her aesthetic—what she calls “maximalist-minimalist”—merges structured silhouettes with rich textures, archival pieces, and those unforgettable flourishes that give fashion its emotional weight. In this conversation, Abi shares how her background in music and visual st...

In this episode of Style POV, I sit down with fashion designer and YouTube creator Justine Leconte to explore what it really means to build a sustainable wardrobe—beyond linen dresses and neutral palettes. Born in Paris and now running her own ethical fashion label, Justine has amassed over a million subscribers on YouTube thanks to her smart, accessible take on slow fashion, thoughtful design, and what’s actually happening behind the scenes in the industry. We talk about her shift from fast ...

In this episode of the Style POV, I sit down with Anastasia Souris—better known as the Denim Curator—to talk about how she’s turned a lifelong love of denim into a signature style that’s both personal and deeply considered. With a background in marketing and PR for brands like Victoria’s Secret, Steve Madden, and Michael Kors, Anastasia brings an editorial eye to everything she wears. We chat about how her career shaped her style, what drew her to vintage denim in the first place, and w...

In this episode of Style POV, I sit down with journalist Rachel Hills to explore how personal style can be both a tool for self-expression and a form of self-transformation. You’ve seen Rachel’s work in Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Elle, The Sydney Morning Herald, and The New York Times—and in our chat, she shares the early influences that shaped her style and how it’s evolved into something that holds both power and connection. We dive into her behind-the-scenes experiences at some of fashion’s most...

In this solo episode of Style POV, I dive into what really makes an outfit work—from the inside out. I explore the foundations of fashion design, including how structure and detail shape the way clothes function and feel. We’ll look at body proportions in a more empowering light, and I’ll share how understanding your lines, movement, and rhythm can shift not just how you dress—but how you feel. I also talk about using illusion with intention, dressing to support your emotions, and tapping int...

In this episode, I dive into the world of moody aesthetics with YouTube's dark muse queen, Silkymochi. Also known as Melyssa Mochi, she talks about her Dark Muse series, a captivating exploration of gothic edge and dark aesthetics. We break down the inspirations behind each muse—Vampire, Witch, Siren, Haunted Doll, and Fairy—and how these can be tailored to real-life fashion. Melyssa shares her personal journey, tips for transitioning into dark aesthetics, balancing professional attire with m...

In this episode, I chat with Percia Verlin about the journey to discovering an authentic personal style. We discuss the differences between fashion and clothing, the impact of social media on style, and how community and environment influence what we wear. Percia shares insights from her personal experience with thrifting, TikTok, and how various locations have shaped her style. We also dive into practical tips on pattern recognition, the importance of functionality, and strategies for indivi...

Let's do a Style Files, where I interview listeners, readers, or watchers about their own style journey. I sit down with Katie—someone whose style journey I’ve had the privilege of witnessing firsthand. From a self-proclaimed fashion outsider to someone who’s truly found her stride, Katie’s story is one of discovery, trial and error, and those “aha” moments that change everything. We talk about what it was like for her to go from not really caring about style to feeling overwhelmed by s...