In this episode, I talk to the woman who inspired this season of recap episodes, Ashley Griffin, about embracing authenticity in her wardrobe, especially in the corporate world, how travel influences her style, why Ayo Edibiri and Rihanna are among her style faves, not paying full price for designer pieces, viewing clothes that don’t “fit” as an opportunity, instead of a challenge, being true to oneself and one’s style as a Black woman, and more.  Listen to Ashley’s original episode. In this episode she mentions: Rick Owens Dries Van Noten Neiman Marcus Last Call Bergdorf Goodman Zevelyn Jean SUK The Real Real SSENSE Absolutely Fabrics Puppets and Puppets MEDEA Washington Ave. H&M Christopher John Rogers Diotima Bianca Saunders Follow Ashley on Instagram!    Join BSA+ for special merch, bonus content, and more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Shop BSA merch!

In this update episode, I chat with Reiko Foster about her evolving style journey! Back in 2020, she described her style as a mix of bohemian, modern vintage, and clean lines. Four years later, Reiko reflects on how her wardrobe and fashion choices have transformed, from purging her professional wear, to embracing new trends. She discusses mixing hard and soft elements in her looks, learning to embrace new combinations, confident self-expression, her go-to stores, being inspired by online influencers, why she believe style is about more than just clothes, and more.  Listen to Reiko's original episode. In this episode she mentions: ASOS Zara Ross Follow Reiko on Instagram, Tik Tok, and Pinterest! Check out Cards Called Quest!   Join BSA+ for special merch, bonus content, and more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Shop BSA merch!

In this season 13 opening episode, I speak with season 4 guest Helecia Williams about transitioning from a sporty-chic style, how the way she feels directly influences her wardrobe choices, the power of experimenting with unique, standout pieces, the challenges of fit and comfort, and why it’s okay to let go of pieces that just don’t work. We also discuss the quality of pieces from small Black-owned designers, why embracing individuality in style is more important than ever, a color trend she’s loving, why no one really cares about what you’re wearing, and much more.  Listen to Helecia’s original episode. In this episode she mentions: KHOI Fumi The Label Kendall Miles Kai Collective Lorvae Andrea Iyamah Follow Helecia on Instagram, YouTube, Tik Tok, Threads, and Pinterest! Join BSA+ for special merch, bonus content, and more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Shop BSA merch!

It's been a couple of months since season 12 wrapped up, so before I launch season 13 on Novemebr 7th, I want to share some updates!  They include gratitude for your support over the years, forraying into a membership component of Black Style Anecdotes (eek!), a mini season of interviews with prior guests, and more! Give this episode a listen, give BSA 5-stars on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and Pinterest. Shop BSA merch! Join BSA+ for access to special content, discounts, and BSA gifts! Visit: www.blackstyleanecdotes.com  

In this season 12 finale episode I converse with Sabra Johnson about personal style as an authentic expression of identity,  embracing the full spectrum of fashion, daring to be different, how early influences shape her sartorial choices, the impact of cultural norms on her style evolution and how she broke free to explore her creativity, curating a diverse wardrobe, her favorite smaller designers, showing up authentically in the workplace and giving others “permission” to do the same, using Instagram to document her style, growing into a love of socks, why you should play in your closet, and much more. In this episode she mentions: Ralph Lauren Zac Posen Tory Burch Bruce Glen Veronica Beard Alice and Olivia Scraps and Delicacies Elaine and George Office of Angela Scott Stuart Weitzman Sergio Hudson AART NYC Hats Follow Sabra on Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Shop BSA merch!

In this episode I talk to Jasmine Johnson about style being a reflection of one's mood and identity, the staple pieces that define individual looks, wearing boots year-round, the joy of mixing and matching trends to create something truly unique, playful dress-up sessions in her momma's closet, the importance of confidence in self-expression, why her hairstyle needs to go with her outfit, experimenting with trends, and much more. In this episode she mentions: Zara H&M Neiman Marcus Free People Nordstrom Goodwill Rotate New Balance Follow Jasmine on Instagram and TikTok! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Shop BSA merch!

In this episode I speak to Mia Lorick about why the kind of day you’re having should affect your style, the evolution of her style as a lawyer, growing up in New York and moving to Houston, how her dance background helped her come to appreciate her curves, her mom in orange lipstick, being inspired by what she would do differently in outfits she sees, why Kim Kardashian is one of her style crushes, buying luxury items that aren’t trendy, embracing what makes her different, and much more. In this episode she mentions: Theory Levi's Spanx Eliza J Favorite Daughter Nordstrom Zara Balenciaga Fendi Follow Mia on Instagram! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Shop BSA merch!

In this episode I converse with Samantha Elise about the silent confidence of style, how her background as a ballerina impacts her style, working with and wearing unexpected brands, why it’s important for Black people to be able to see themselves in all types of clothing and brands, how living in different cities has affected her style choices, the key to having a personal style that feels effortless, growing up Black with a white family, style as a means of rebellion, the importance of representation, and much more. In this episode she mentions: Depop Eileen Fisher DISSH COS Follow Samantha on Instagram, TikTok, and Youtube! Referenced: Season 11, Episode 8 with Mecca   Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Shop BSA merch!

In this episode I speak to Sicily Stewart about mixing minimalism, trends, and classics, a 90’s prank that sticks out as her earliest style memory, the impact of a fashion class in high school, which character(s) from the show "Girlfriends" she most identified with, having a style that is realistic and attainable, wearing pieces from her grandmothers’ closets, alternatives for blazers in the warmer months, shopping brands that offer tall and other sizing options, dressing for your confidence, and much more. In this episode she mentions: Zara H&M Gap ASOS Express  The Frankie Shop Follow Sicily on Instagram! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Shop BSA merch!

In this episode, I chat with Jewelry Designer and Spin Instructor, Ashley White about why she considers style to be a type of armor, making clothes for her dolls, as a girl, the convenience of oversized clothing, the impact of how her grandmother used to dress, why she loves watching NBA tunnel outfits, the versatility of dresses, what celebrities inspire her, the style choice behind her first fight, where to get good athleisure, trying to be more sustainable with her shopping, being true to yourself, and much more. In this episode she mentions: NUULY Adidas Zara Nike STYLEDENTITY Old Navy Follow Ashley on Instagram! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Shop BSA merch!

In this episode, I speak with Temi Oladipupo about style being an extension of you, always loving fashion and style, being inspired by brands, growing up in Nigeria, having a shopping addiction (don't we all? lol), barrel jeans, her unexpected mix of style crushes, focusing on being more sustainable and fiscally conscious, holding brands accountable for inclusivity and representation, how being a nurse affects her style, and much more. In this episode she mentions: Andrea Iyamah Hanifa Kai Collective Udo-Aku Yaura Fashion CIAO by CC D’iyanu Ofuure Follow Temi on Instagram, TikTok, Threads, YouTube, and Pinterest!  Get her e-book. Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Shop BSA merch!

In this episode, I chat with Nkem Isede about why she thinks style is like pizza, incorporating more casual items into her style, feeling like a love of fashion is innate but not getting into style until later in life, not following trends, Rihanna as a longtime style crush, the accessory that can change any outfit, the importance of reading reviews when shopping online, why she has a solution for any style challenge, radiating confidence from within, and much more. In this episode she mentions: ASOS Zara H&M SHEIN Follow Nkem on Instagram! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and Pinterest. Shop BSA merch!

In this season 12 opening episode, I talk to Artist, Reyna Noriega, about style speaking without using words, not worrying about what others think, a style memory centered on baggy clothes, shopping for pieces she loves, going back to your inner child, through style, why she likes to follow designers and stylists, her love of interesting accessories, the challenge of mixing colors and prints, why Black deserve to show up boldly, and much more. In this episode she mentions: Jacquemus {Silver Pochette Bag} Cult Gaia Oseree Feather Set Hanifa Farm Rio The Attico AREA Saks  Neiman Marcus MyTheresa  Net-A-Porter Alanna Visit Reyna’s website. Follow Reyna on Instagram and TikTok! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Shop BSA merch!

In this season finale episode, I talk with Gloria Bissessar about stepping into a more classy style, the influence of having a mom as a seamstress, the influence of growing up in the 70s, why she doesn’t like brick and mortar stores but likes trying things on, learning and relearning how to make clothes and patterns, being inspired by New York street style, why she’s crushing on Lorie Harvey’s style, the struggle of finding the perfect accessories, the luxury retailer that offers same day delivery, being the stylish co-worker everyone wants to talk to, not letting age limit your style, and much more. In this episode she mentions: Marina Moscone Ulla Johnson Revolve  Net-a-Porter  LPA  Zara ASOS  Follow Gloria on Instagram, Tik Tok, and YouTube!   Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Get your BSA merch!  

Disclaimer:  There’s something weird going on with my sound in this episode 😩, but I couldn’t let that keep me from sharing this great convo! In this episode, I talk to Keresse Dorcely about style being a visual representation of your personality, her style being classic with a twist, why she’s likely to be found laughing at a funeral {she’s the one we need to be sitting by, lol}, the outfit from her childhood that made her know she wanted to be stylish, moving to the beat of her own drum, understanding how colonialism once affected her self-worth and beauty ideals, the experiences that led her to learn how to sew, the item of clothing she buys monthly, the struggles of being taller and having larger feet, why compliments from Black women are a gift, and much more. In this episode she mentions: Norma Kamali Nordstrom  Bloomingdale's  Fumi The Label Hanifa Kelly Obi Ganni Scotch & Soda  Visit Keresse’s website. Follow Keresse on Instagram and Tik Tok! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Get your BSA merch!

In this episode I converse with Mecca Williams about why her style is like a good pot of gumbo, the early influence of the Muslim community, a continued love of 90s hip hop and music videos, why Pharell, Coleman Domingo, and Trinidad James are her style crushes, the significance of Black pride and Black heritage, her love-hate relationship with coats, the struggle of finding button down shirts with large breasts, using style to inspire others in her work as a therapist, why we owe it to our ancestors to have pride in how we look, and much more. In this episode she mentions: Anthropologie   Madewell   J. Crew   Banana Republic  Gap  Urban Outfitters  Styledentity  Wish ATL  Adida's  Nike  Fe Noel  Free People  Follow Mecca on Instagram!  Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest.

In this episode I speak to Kemi Ajibare about her evolving style, why one of her style memories is connected to skinny jeans, being intentional about her personal style, how we both screenshot things and forget about them, lol, using style to determine how others perceive you, chronicling the things she tries on in stores, shopping the sale section first, how transitioning back into the office is affecting her style, leaning into comfort, why she considers style to be a journey, not a destination, and much more. In this episode she mentions: Net-A-Porter Maison Margiela Shopbop Mango Cos & Other Stories Follow Kemi on Instagram and Twitter! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest.

In this episode I chat with Tinea Porter about why your personal style is your resume, having a feminine and strong mother, being inspired by music videos, Peggy Bundy as an underrated style icon, her go to site for long pants, how plus-size clothing can improve, why looking good is important for her as a hairstylist, where she shops for hats, and much more. In this episode she mentions: Pretty Little Thing Fashion Nova ASOS Akira Amazon Target Foot Locker  Lack of Color Follow Tinea on Instagram here and here!   Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest.

In this episode I converse with Kim Young about how she useless style as a form of rebellion, being inspired by Isaac Hayes, the influence of Black church, thrifting with her mom and having the freedom to be curious with style, as a girl, the importance of functionality, why she considers her style to be a mix of Tracee Ellis Ross and John Mayer, how white people respond to her style in her work as a Social Worker, the role her hair plays in her style, why knowing your inner self is key to style, and much more. In this episode she mentions: Goorin Brothers Shady Days Hats Poshmark Nuuly Free People Hutch Zara Follow Kim on Instagram! Visit Kim’s website! Check out Kim’s Podcast!    Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest.

In this episode I speak to Khleo Armstrong about being a moody dresser, not letting clothes wear you, moving from California to Atlanta as a teen, honing in on your personal style, being inspired by people watching, still being a Tumblr girl, her three style crushes, using hair in her style, name brand vintage, and much more. In this episode she mentions: Vestaire Collective London Girl NYC Follow Khleo on Instagram and Tik Tok! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest.

In this episode I talk it up with Courtney Blackwell about why she's more into style than fashion, her recent move to NYC, how thrifting has become trendy, the struggle of overshopping {we've all been there, lol}, dressing like her cousin growing up, our love of "The Golden Girls," how her style differs from her friends, enjoying dramatic shoulders in her tops, and much more. In this episode she mentions: Na-kd Mara Hoffman Tiffany Battle Follow Courtney on Instagram !   Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Visit www.blackstyleanecdotes.com to learn more.  

In this episode I chat with Kimberly Anderson about how she uses clothes to brighten her day, her longtime love of shopping, the affect being a New Yorker has on her style, the influence of her Jamaican parents, the effortlessness of Tracee Ellis Ross, her current cargo jeans obsession, the challenges of shopping online, how Black women use style to recreate daily, and much more. In this episode she mentions: H&M Zara Micas Commense Follow Kimberly on Instagram and Tik Tok!    Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Learn more about BSA at www.blackstyleanecdotes.com.

In this season 11 opening episode, I speak to Monica Awe-Etuk about her love of classic pieces with a modern twist, the impact of her Canadian-Nigerian heritage on her style, why dress shirts are her favorite current trend, making comfort a high priority, her newfound enjoyment of wearing strands of pearls, the struggle of having larger feet, being a style example to Black women and girls, her early start of making clothes, and much more. In this episode she mentions: J. Crew Cos Banana Republic Zara Louis Vuitton Walmart The Frankie Shop 3.1 Philip Lim Michael Kors Miu Miu Saint Laurent Follow Monica on Instagram, Tik Tok ,Youtube, and Pinterest.  Checkout Monica’s 2024 Trend Report!   Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Learn more about BSA at www.blackstyleanecdotes.com  

In this season finale episode, I talk to Brandice Daniel about what she wears to meetings for Harlem's Fashion Row, her love of blazers, the importance of confidence, her early memories of sifting through Vogue and Harper's Bazaar photoshoots, being intentional about how we spend our shopping dollars, DIYing items, as a girl, to make custom pieces, why perception matters, must-have pieces that can make any outfit, enjoying in-person shopping opportunities, trends she's currently loving, the Fashion In Color book, some of her favorite designer collabs, the struggle of having long legs, and much more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow Brandice and Harlem’s Fashion Row on Instagram! Visit the Harlem's Fashion Row website, and get the Fashion In Color book. In this episode she mentions:  Charles Harbison x Banana Republic Vogue Harper’s Bazaar Sergio Hudson K.NGSLEY Balmain Brandon Blackwood Nordstrom Bloomingdales Shopbop Macy’s Fe Noel HFR & Co. Nike x Lebron James Tommy Hilfiger Timberland x Jimmy Choo LVMH Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram, Threads, and Facebook. Shop the Black Style Anecdotes collection!

In this episode I talk to Morrinah Egharevba about why she doesn’t feel like style can be defined, the importance of comfort in her style, growing up in a Christian Liberian household, the business of looking good, being inspired by her mother’s style, why dresses are her go to piece, looking good at all price points, the struggle of buying bottoms, the piece that is a wardrobe must have, being modest and sexy, dressing for your body, and much more!  Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend.  Follow Morrinah on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Pinterest! In this episode, she mentions:  Mango ASOS Amazon Louis Vuitton Balenciaga Walmart Goodwill Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram, Threads, and Facebook. Shop the Black Style Anecdotes collection!

In this episode I speak with Bryndaisha Byrd about style as a celebration, using style to shine a light, early 2000s Neo-soul, having a home that feels good, how her college roommate helped her get into having her own style, memories of her stylish grandfather and mom’s interior design choices, the fun of people watching, having pieces that she doesn’t wear, cropping one of her favorite jackets, a love of thrifting, finding things that fit, as a plus-size woman, what makes style the dopest part of you, and much more!  Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend.  Follow Bryndaisha on Instagram! In this episode, she mentions:  Buffalo Exchange  Retrospect Vintage Poshmark Ebay  Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram, Threads, and Facebook. Shop the Black Style Anecdotes collection!

In this episode I speak with Jewel Jordan about style as self-expression, how she got into wearing vintage, dressing her mom for school visits, what she searches for when looking for style inspo on Pinterest and Google, her love of crop tops and vintage blazers, shopping for fun eyeglasses, tips for getting into buying vintage, how entrepreneurship affects her style, looking fabulous, even when times are hard, and much more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow Jewel's personal and store Instagram accounts! In this episode she mentions:  Zara H&M  Poshmark Ebay Mercari Felicia Faye Vintage Kayy's Thrifty Shop Brooklyn Doll Threads of Vintage Story Behind The Look Unconventional Beauty Jewel's Vintage Closet Sunglasses Spot (hit or miss) Zeelool Vooglam Zenni Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram, Threads, and Facebook. Shop BSA merch!

In this episode I chat with Ashley Haley about why style can’t be put in a box, not following trends, mixing new and old, finding inspiration everywhere, why your house has to be fly, her celebrity style faves, Houston culture and people moving here, tapping into her creativity, making clothes and accessories as a child, the challenge of finding what you want in brick-and-mortar stores, being known for great shoes at her architecture firm, how and why Black women are the shit, and much more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow Ashley on Instagram in two ways: her personal page and her creative studio.  In this episode she mentions:  Virgil Abloh  Teyana Taylor Aleali May Sandro Paris Zara Burlington Scotch and Soda Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram, Threads, and Facebook. Shop BSA merch!

In this episode I speak to Alicia Gettys about why jeans and a white tee is no longer her go to outfit, the importance of comfort, why she has a bin of colorful clothes, her 90s tv style icon, Architectural Digest as a source for color pairing inspiration, trying different home decor styles, her style evolution, A love of physical magazines, the proces that resulted in her discovering a love of neutrals, a trend that isn't for her, shifting to a quality over quantity mindset, being a representation of curvy Black women, the importance of authenticity, and much more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow Alicia on Instagram, YouTube, Threads, and Pinterest, and read her blog. In this episode she mentions:  Vanity Fair Cosmopolitan Good Housekeeping Architectural Digest Tom Ford Abercrombie American Eagle Express Free People Boohoo Missguided Nasty Gal Diish New Look I Saw It First Sam Edelman Vince Camuto DSW Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram, Threads, and Facebook. Shop BSA merch!

In this episode I speak to Jasmin Mason about her minimalistic chic style, experimenting with color, while sticking to her love of neutrals, her stylish grandmother, evolving from a tomboy style, finding pants that are long enough, the part of her style that carries over to her home decor, needing more basics in her wardrobe, enjoying getting dressed for work, wearing what’s comfortable, and much more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow Jasmin on Instagram and Youtube. In this episode she mentions: Zara The Frankie Shop Manière De Voir Farfetch Saks Uniqlo Abercrombie Cos  H&M Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram, Threads, and Facebook. Shop BSA merch!

In this episode I chat with Nancy about being sassy and classy, why she used to admire her mom’s style, being a former sneakerhead, hair being a part of style and the many ways she’s experimented over the years, shopping all over the world, being inspired to start sharing her style on social media at 52, a love of dresses, the style of shoe that she wears more than others, encouraging women, being a rebel with her workplace style, and much more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow Nancy on Instagram, Tik Tok ,Youtube, and Pinterest.  In this episode she mentions: Nordstrom Rack TJ Maxx Marshalls Goodwill Target Zara Neiman Marcus Last Call Saks Off Fifth Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram, Threads, and Facebook. Shop BSA merch!

In this episode I talk to Chanel Tyler about dressing based on her mood, the impact of helping her mom pick outfits, as a girl, why vintage designer is better, the nostalgia of mother-daughter fashion shows, being a style experimenter, her favorite Black-owned jewelry brands, why her mom can be found in her IG comments, lol, the struggles of having a short torso, her go to brand for curvy girl jeans, the benefit of shopping multi-brand retailers, how transitioning careers allowed her to be more creative, why it's important for Black women (and people) to use style to take up space, and much more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow Chanel on Instagram and Tik Tok. In this episode she mentions: Shopbop Saks Fifth Avenue Revolve The Outnet Yoox Rachel Comey Ganni Khoi Duruyeh Abercrombie Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram, Threads, and Facebook. Shop BSA merch!

In this episode I talk to Camille Darby about showing up as her self, having fluid style, why she won’t go out if her outfit doesn’t feel cool, buying more statement pieces, being inspired by travel, why Pinterest is her favorite digital space for style inspo, the ways different social media platforms can be used to affect personal style, the daily outfit routine she had with her mom, growing up, the impact of going to public school in NYC, building a designer shoe collection, why she’s focused on buying things she loves, starting from within to develop great style, and much more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow Camille on Instagram and Tik Tok In this episode she mentions: Bergdorf Goodman Saks Fifth Avenue Neiman Marcus Net-A-Porter The Outnet Matches Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram, Threads, and Facebook. Shop BSA merch!

In this season 10 opening episode, I chat with Shante Williams about her fluctuating style, why she's going to start looking to architecture for style inspo, her first pair of sneakers, being decked out in Girbaud as a teenager, whether or not today's clothing styles will look good in the future, a love of platforms, shifting to a more fitted wardrobe after losing some weight, why cargos are her favorite, getting custom pieces made, transitioning to a more androgynous look, how her work as a DJ affects her style, the importance of being yourself, and much more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow Shante on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. In this episode she mentions: Saucony Girbaud Balenciaga Crocs Zara Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram and Facebook. Shop BSA merch!  

In this episode, I speak with Janesha Moore about her favorite style influencers, her mom as style inspiration, why and how high school opened up a new world for her style, the stylish curated spaces in her home, why red is her favorite color, how women in previous generations over-sexualized certain colors, her favorite European stores to shop from online, why she considers herself to be a marketers dream, products that she has purchased in multiples, the importance of knowing your inseam, why fit is more important than size, and much more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow Janesha on Instagram, Pinterest, Tik Tok, and LTK. In this episode she mentions: Nordstrom Zara Banana Republic Factory Mango Shein Nordstrom Rack H&M Bergdorf Goodman River Island Marks & Spencer Pull & Bear Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/blackstyleanecdotes/ Like BSA on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/blackstyleanecdotes

In this episode, I speak with Megan Sheppard about the importance of a personal touch in style, why she used to love InStyle magazine, reminiscing on trendy high school days, how the algorithm keeps her from seeing her favorite stylish gals at times, her top 3 sneakers, the importance of showing up to work, as a hairstylist, looking good, not overthinking your style, and much more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow Megan on Instagram {and follow her salon account too}.  In this episode she mentions: Nasty Gal Naked Wardrobe Zara Shop Babes Melissa's   Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/blackstyleanecdotes/ Like BSA on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/blackstyleanecdotes

In this episode, I chat with Adelina Winfield about her eclectic style, a love of vintage and thrifting, making doll dresses from mom’s remnants, why her favorite fashion decade is the 1950s, some of her favorite influencers, the importance of a little black dress, the shift from skinny jeans, being a part of the silver hair community, why it’s important to try new things, why she’s embracing more color, being a part of the fashion industry as a designer and seller, and much more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow Adelina on Instagram, Tik Tok, and YouTube.  In this episode she mentions: TJ MAXX Marshall's Shein Nordstrom Rack Stuart Weitzman Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/blackstyleanecdotes/ Like BSA on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/blackstyleanecdotes

In this episode, I talk to Travia Earl about having edgy style, her favorite trends, going through an emo punk rock phase, why Pinterest is her fave, a love of texture, her hacks for looking taller in pictures, the importance of knowing how to dress your body type, what entrepreneurial endeavor led to the social handle @irregular_wear, how her emotions might affect her style choices, why she only buys things she can wear at least three times, and much more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow Travia on Instagram, Pinterest, Tik Tok, and YouTube.  In this episode she mentions: Zara H&M Revolve Hanifa ThredUp Poshmark Depop Rent the Runway Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/blackstyleanecdotes/ Like BSA on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/blackstyleanecdotes

In this episode, I talk to Shante Ginyard about why hair is her favorite accessory, liking oversized clothes, the impact of being raised in North Philly, how Black people in the “ghetto” elevated European fashion houses, why your home should be a source of inspiration, her fly momma, the category of clothing she’s willing to risk it all for, how her daughter impacts her style choices, knowing that you’re that girl, and much more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow Shante on Instagram. Follow Black Girls In Color on Instagram. In this episode she mentions: Balenciaga Zara H&M Farfetch ShopRunner Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/blackstyleanecdotes/ Like BSA on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/blackstyleanecdotes

In this episode, I speak with Mia Adams about style as a personal statement, being an introvert with extroverted style, a love of color, playing dress up in her mom's closet, the importance of a good slip, the resurgence of 90's style denim, being intentional about buying basics, using thrifting and consignment to find different pieces, silent movies as a source of inspiration, being authentic, and much more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow Mia on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. In this episode she mentions: Zara Free People Anthropologie Etsy Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/blackstyleanecdotes/ Like BSA on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/blackstyleanecdotes

In this episode, I chat with Kelly Augustine about the difference between style and fashion, her ever changing style, the reason she's taking a break from color and how it is affecting her emotionally, shopping from her fashionable grandma's closet, why Nordstrom is one of her favorite stores {and mine too}, how being a fashion/celebrity stylist has affected her personal style, the past and current state of clothing access for the plus-size community, why she's trying to teach herself to sew, a love of handbags and jewelry, wearing clothes that are comfortable for you, and much more! Sidenote:  This is the first episode where I close out with a round of "This or That," and it was so much fun! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow Kelly on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. In this episode she mentions: Marni GAP Junya Watanabe x Comme Des Garconne Savant Studios ASOS SSENSE Net-A-Porter Nordstrom Zara Christopher John Rogers Loewe JW Anderson Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/blackstyleanecdotes/ Like BSA on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/blackstyleanecdotes

In this episode, I talk with BRAT about being drawn to color, the impact of moving between Grenada and the United States, mixing feminine and masculine, why she was called a church mouse growing up, how her familial experiences affect her style choices, why she had to learn to sew, dressing her broad shoulders, passing on fashion from one generation to the next, her love of statement pieces, and much more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow BRAT on Instagram. In this episode she mentions: Big Bud Press Melody Ehsani The Giving Movement Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/blackstyleanecdotes/ Like BSA on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/blackstyleanecdotes  

In this episode, I speak with Diamond Johnson about having a style that mixes masculine and feminine, how everybody’s momma had them wearing Osh Kosh, a love of staple pieces, the struggle of finding pieces for her short, curvy, and plus-size body type, how her style is received in the LGBT community now versus high school, being inspired by everyday life, the affect being an entrepreneur in the sneaker industry has on her style, and much more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow Diamond on Instagram. Check out Diamond's company, Sole Wash . In this episode she mentions: 550 New Balance {purple} Lucky Green Jordan 1s Rick Owens Converse Eloquii H&M Supreme Target Dapper Dan x Gap GAP Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/blackstyleanecdotes/ Like BSA on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/blackstyleanecdotes  

In this season 9 opening episode, I chat with Jariatu Danita about her love of joggers and ripped jeans, adjusting motherhood to her love of style, being continuously inspired by her mom, her surprising process for putting an outfit together, telling a story with the things you wear, why sunglasses are a must, how she sizes baggy jeans, and much more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow Jariatu on Instagram. In this episode she mentions: Bottega Veneta Tosha Handbags Zara H & M Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/blackstyleanecdotes/ Like BSA on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/blackstyleanecdotes

In this season 8 finale episode, I speak with Chee Smalls about why swag goes beyond our stylish clothes, her need for variety, having relatable style, the impact of being a New Yorker, the lasting effect of her earliest style memory, a love of fringe, 90's music, taking risks with style, and much more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow Chee on Instagram. Subscribe to Chee's YouTube channel In this episode she mentions: Etsy Intermix Zara Coach Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/blackstyleanecdotes/ Like BSA on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/blackstyleanecdotes

In this episode, I chat with Klarke Foreman about her sexy yet classic style, making a statement, finding inspiration in standard size offerings, as a plus size woman, why social media ads work on her, the struggle of having to send things back when shopping online, fall as her favorite season for fashion, a time when she was obsessed with Lady Gaga, having fun with style, and much more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow Klarke on Instagram. Check out her graphic design company. In this episode she mentions: Precious Lee CNK Daily Torrid Zara Express Aldo Fashion Nova Actively Black Visit the BSA website: https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com/ Follow BSA on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/blackstyleanecdotes/ Like BSA on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/blackstyleanecdotes

In this episode, I speak with Machée Kelly about her love of earrings, exteneded birthday celebrations, her first fashion related business, being an inspiration for her pre-teen daughter, why her bedroom decor isn't like her style, unique and structured pieces, getting sizing right, when shopping, finding the right moment to wear things, and much more. Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow Machée on Instagram. Visit Machée's shop, Machée Creates. Follow Machée Creates on Instagram. In this episode she mentions: Home by Areeayl Hanifa Broken Land Co. The Brand Label Nasty Gal Poshmark Follow BSA on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/blackstyleanecdotes/ Like BSA on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/blackstyleanecdotes Visit the BSA website:  https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com

In this episode, I chat with Erica Jones about the story behind her looks, finding her style in college, why she doesn't care about what other people think, balancing professionalism and authenticity, her mom's vintage pictures, why she is a skim the rack kind of shopper, and much more! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on Apple or Spotify, and share it with a friend. Follow Erica on Instagram. Visit Erica's website. In this episode she mentions: Ross TJ Maxx Marshall's Macy's Threads of Vintage Kayy's Thrifty Iesha The Great Follow BSA on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/blackstyleanecdotes/ Like BSA on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/blackstyleanecdotes Visit the BSA website:  https://www.blackstyleanecdotes.com