About this episode
Leah Yard shares her unconventional journey into the fashion industry and her advocacy for individuality and confidence.
Leah Yard’s path into fashion was anything but traditional. Raised on a remote lighthouse island and leaving high school early, she spent years in entry-level jobs, feeling like she didn’t belong. It was through jewelry and personal style that she discovered a powerful shift—not just in how others perceived her, but in how she saw herself. Without formal training or industry connections, Leah built her Vancouver-based brand from the ground up, embracing slow fashion and creating timeless pieces using recycled materials. Today, she uses her journey to challenge the idea of a “right” path, advocating for confidence, individuality, and showing up—even when you feel like the least likely person in the room.
People in this episode
Host: Tanya Eklund
Guest: Leah Yard
Topics covered
- fashion
- personal journey
- self-discovery
- slow fashion
- individuality
Keywords
- fashion
- jewelry
- self-perception
- recycled materials
- slow fashion
Mentioned in this episode
Places: Vancouver, lighthouse island
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