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Yaser Shaw's family has been in the shawl business for over 200 years, and Yaser is leading this generation of the family business. On this episode, Yaser and Laura discuss the intricate art of shawl making with over 700 artisans across Kashmir. From the shearing of the goats to the hand-weaving and embroidery, the process to create one shawl can take anywhere from three months to several years and remarkably, "not one drop of electricity is used." Find Yaser (and us!) on Instagram: @yasershawtextiles @whatweworepodcast @shopcapitol Or on the web: www.shop-capitol.com

Growing up in a rural art community in New Zealand meant Frances Howie developed a point of view untouched by trend cycles — one rooted in instinct, independence, and distance from the noise.⁠ ⁠ Tune into the episode to hear how that early perspective shaped her journey across Paris, London, and New York, and eventually to Fforme.⁠

Tommy Ton is one of fashion’s first street style photographers. Tommy jumped into the industry at a pivotal time, when bloggers and fashion first collided. He is a pioneer of the integration of fashion and digital media and he was born to tell this story. Find us on Instagram:  @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.shop-capitol.com

Beth Buccini is the owner of Kirna Zabete, a specialty retailer with locations in New York City, Palm Beach, East Hampton, and Bryn Mawr. Beth Buccini is the second episode in our four-part retail mini series. Find Beth (and us!) on Instagram:  @bethbuccini @kirnazabete @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.kirnazabete.com www.shop-capitol.com

Jeffrey Kalinsky is an iconic retailer whose namesake specialty stores changed the face of fashion in America. Jeffrey Kalinsky is the first episode in our four-part retail mini series. Find Jeffrey (and us!) on Instagram:  @jeffreykalinsky @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.shop-capitol.com

Lizzie Means Duplantis and Sarah Means are the dynamic sisters behind Miron Crosby, a collection of gorgeous cowboy boots. On this episode, you will hear the story of their life together from growing up on a ranch in West Texas, to embarking on separate careers in New York, and finally returning to Texas to launch Miron Crosby. Find Lizzie and Sarah (and us!) on Instagram:  @mironcrosby @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.mironcrosby.com www.shop-capitol.com

In a year of many ups and downs, What We Wore offered listeners meaningful new perspectives and moments of respite and laughter with host Laura Vinroot Poole.  Join us in taking a look back at Season 4. Find us on Instagram:  @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.shop-capitol.com

This episdode is part 3 of our TABOR Mini Series in collaboration with Capitol's brother store, TABOR. Chris Olderbing offers insight into the manufacturing landscape in the US and shares how he founded his iconic shirt collection, Gitman Vintage. Find Chris (and us!) on Instagram:  @gitmanvintage @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  @taborclt Or on the web:  www.gitmanvintage.com www.shop-capitol.com  www.taborclt.com

This episode is part 2 of our TABOR Mini Series in collaboration with Capitol's brother store, TABOR. Alan Bedwell’s antiques journey started at the early age of 11 years old working alongside his mother at Gray’s Antique Market in London. He went onto work as an antiques buyer and accessories designer at Ralph Lauren and created a collection for Bergdorf Goodman which launched his business, Foundwell. Find Alan (and us!) on Instagram:  @foundwell @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  @taborclt Or on the web:  www.foundwell.com www.shop-capitol.com  www.taborclt.com

This episode is part 1 of our TABOR Mini Series in collaboration with Capitol's brother store, TABOR. Pierre Mahéo is the founder of Officine Génerale. Pierre’s stories of his childhood by the sea in Brittany and the inception of Officine Generale are very real, yet beautiful, much like his collection. Find Pierre (and us!) on Instagram:  @officinegeneral @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  @taborclt Or on the web:  www.shop-capitol.com  www.taborclt.com www.us.officinegenerale.com

Steve Smith Sr. is a legendary NFL wide reciever turned NFL Network analyst and podcast host of Cut to It. Laura and Steve discuss everything from Steve's first jersey to his journey through retirement on this special episode. Find Steve (and us!) on Instagram:  @stevesmithsr89 @cuttoit @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  https://www.youtube.com/@cuttoit www.shop-capitol.com

April Gargiulo is the founder of Vintner’s Daughter, a coveted natural skincare line. Completely new to the industry, April quickly became a star in the beauty world due to her vision for a more simple skincare system and her commitment to the finest ingredients. Her entrepreneurial tale according to her own inner compass is inspiring and unique. Find April (and us!) on Instagram:  @april_gargiulo @vintnersdaughter @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.vitnersdaughter.com www.shop-capitol.com

Mara Hoffman is a New York-based designer whose spiritual presence and deep wisdom is absolutely enchanting. Laura speaks to Mara about her journey as a designer and the initiatives she is taking she is taking to create positive change in the fashion industry. Find Mara (and us!) on Instagram:  @marahoffman @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.marahoffman.com www.shop-capitol.com

Ellen Carey has been a part of the fashion industry for over 30 years — She has created a career out of supporting emerging designers and encourages everyone to find their own unique path within the industry.

Nili Lotan is an Israeli born, New York based designer. She climbed the ranks at Liz Claiborne, Ralph Lauren, and Nautica over 23 years before she began again, creating her namesake collection. Find Nili (and us!) on Instagram:  @nililotan @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.nililotan.com www.shop-capitol.com

Ann Mashburn is a former Vogue fashion editor who has brought her love of storytelling and a great edit to her brand, Ann Mashburn. On this episode, Laura talks to Ann about building her business, raising her five beautiful daughers, and gaining perspective when two of her daughters were recently diagnosed with a rare degenerative neurological disease. Find Ann (and us!) on Instagram:  @annmashburn @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.shopmashburn.com/ann-mashburn www.shop-capitol.com

Jonathan Cohen and Sarah Leff are friends turned business partners who met at the Parsons School of Design.  This dynamic pair share their business journey, offer incredible insight into what it takes to make a fashion brand successful both creatively and as a business, and tell us why their partnership stays strong. Find Jonathan and Sarah (and us!) on Instagram:  @jonathancohenstudio @sarahleff @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.jonathancohenstudio.com www.shop-capitol.com

On this bonus episode, we listen in on the Garden & Gun Southern Women in Business panel sponsored by Synovous. The panel was hosted by Garden & Gun Style Director, Haskell Harris, and features What We Wore host, Laura Vinroot Poole, as well as designer and former What We Wore guest, Cristina Lynch. Find Garden & Gun (and us!) on Instagram:  @gardenandgun @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.gardenandgun.com www.shop-capitol.com

On this episode, Natalie Chanin shares her storied career from stylist to filmmaker to designer of Alabama Chanin. And, Natalie gives us a true lesson in sustainablitly as she expalins her unbroken supply chain to Laura Vinroot Poole. Find Natalie (and us!) on Instagram:  @alabamachaninlife @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.alabamachanin.com www.shop-capitol.com

Erica Reid is the founder and CEO of necessité, a healthy lifestyle platform, and the author of “The Thriving Child: Parenting Successfully Through Allergies, Asthma, and Other Common Challenges" and "Shut Up and Cook". Erica is a master manifester and an inspiring voice on many topics from nutrition and self care to fashion. Find Erica (and us!) on Instagram:  @stylingbyericareid @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.shop-capitol.com

Maria Cornejo has been a designer for over 30 years. On this week’s episode, we learn more about Maria’s powerful story from her early life as a political refugee to carving her own identity as a designer and advocating for sustainable manufacturing within the fashion industry. Find Maria (and us!) on Instagram:  @zeromcornejo @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.zeromariacornejo.com www.shop-capitol.com

Huishan Zhang is a rising star in the fashion industry know for his romantic touch. From New Zealand to Central St. Martins to Dior, Huishan stayed focused on honing his craft as he prepared to launch his namesake collection. We also learn that Huishan’s gorgeous collection is a family affair — it is produced in his hometown of Qingdao, led by his aunt and a team of artisans. Find Huishan (and us!) on Instagram:  @huishanzhang @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.huishanzhang.com www.shop-capitol.com

Sally King Benedict is an intuitive painter living in Atlanta, Georgia. She is a beloved friend of the Capitol community. On this episode, Sally shares her journey as an artist and her recent quest to find balance and healing. Find Sally (and us!) on Instagram:  @sallykingbenedict @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.sallykingbenedict.com www.shop-capitol.com

Professor Bader is one of the world's leading stem cell and biomedical scientists and the co-founder of skincare line Augustinus Bader.  In this conversation we learn more about the extraordinary role stem cells have in regenerative skincare and Professor Bader's cutting edge approach.  Find Professor Bader's (and us!) on Instagram:  @augustinusbader @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.augustinusbader.com www.shop-capitol.com

Ivan Shaw is the former photography director at Vogue, for over twenty years, and an amazing orator of the stories and excitement of Vogue at the height of the magazine. He shares a wealth of wisdom from his career at Condé Nast where he is now the Corporate Photography Director of Condé Nast and Visuals Editor for The World of Interiors. Find us on Instagram:  @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.shop-capitol.com

This special episode with health coach Amé Damaso offers attainable advice into the basic things that we can do to improve our health and decrease stress.  Amé also speaks to Laura at length about how to be your own “health advocate” - a critical conversation for our well-being. Find Amé (and us!) on Instagram:  @eating_with_ame @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.eatingwithame.com www.shop-capitol.com

Marion Parke is a podiatric surgeon turned fashion footwear designer.  In just 4 years, Marion has revolutionized the luxury footwear industry with her patented insoles, a focus on elevated style, and a passion for making women comfortable. Find Marion (and us!) on Instagram:  @marionparke @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.marionparke.com www.shop-capitol.com

This episode takes a look back at some of the themes and lively moments from our third season.  You will hear entrepreneurial journeys, explorations of spirituality, reflections on success, and of course, what our guests wore along the way. Find us on Instagram: @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.shop-capitol.com

Cristina Lynch is the founder of Mi Golondrina,  she is passionate about the beauty of Mexico and celebrating her Mexican heritage and champions over 600 artisans to produce this beloved handmade collection from her hometown of Dallas, Texas. Find Cristina (and us!) on Instagram:  @cristina_lynch @migolondrina @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.migolondrina.com www.shop-capitol.com

Nellie Partow is a fashion designer, entrepreneur, and a champion boxer.  She was trained at Parsons School of Design and worked with legendary designers Calvin Klein and John Varvatos, but boxing taught her the most about business and life.  In this episode, we learn more about the valuable lessons from Nellie's fighting career and the resilience instilled in her through her family's unique story. Find Nellie (and us!) on Instagram:  @partowofficial @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.partow.us www.shop-capitol.com

Caroline Weller began her career in large fashion houses such as Calvin Klein, J.Crew, and Georgio Armani.  At the height of her corporate career, Caroline began to feel a lack of the excitement and creativity she once felt.  Caroline's passion for design was reignited when she moved her family to India and began to work with talented artisans and craftsmen to create her own brand, Banjanan. Find Banjanan (and us!) on Instagram:  @banjanan @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.banjanan.com www.shop-capitol.com

JJ Martin started her career on the journalism side of fashion and is now the founder of La DoubleJ.  During the lockdown in Milan, JJ has focused on growing her spirituality and encouraging her community to do the same.  JJ also shares her evolving dream to integrate coaching more deeply into her life and fashion career. Find JJ (and us!) on Instagram:  @jjmartinmilan @ladoublej @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.ladoublej.com www.shop-capitol.com

Laura and Irene share a space in the Brentwood Country Mart, but have been quarantined across the country for the past couple of months.  In this conversation, the two friends reflect on what they've learned about themselves and the gratitude they have for their teams.  Irene also shares the creativity she has found in this moment of stillness through painting. Find Irene (and us!) on Instagram:  @ireneneuwirth @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.ireneneuwirth.com www.shop-capitol.com

Jessica Capshaw shares her journey from growing up in Missouri, New York, and Los Angeles to breaking into television as a young actress.  She also shares more about her profound role on Grey’s Anatomy as Dr. Arizona Robbins, one of the first openly gay series regular characters on network television. There is so much to be learned from Jessica's evolving sense of purpose as she creates a rich family life and career.  Find Jessica (and us!) on Instagram:  @jessicacapshaw @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.shop-capitol.com

Sally Campbell is a bright light in the entertainment industry with a colorful style to match.  There is so much to be learned from Sally's unconventional path to her successful career as an award-winning producer and co-founder of Somesuch, a globally-acclaimed production company.   In this episode, Laura and Sally also have an inspiring discussion surrounding their similar missions to champion the women they work with and change the narrative surrounding getting women successfully back from maternity leave. Find Somesuch (and us!) on Instagram:  @somesuchandco @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.somesuch.co www.shop-capitol.com

Pati Dubroff is an exceptional makeup artist who works with some of the biggest names in fashion and Hollywood. Her superpower is her ability to make women feel their most beautiful without ever “losing the person” underneath.

Garden & Gun and Capitol partnered on this What We Wore podcast capsule because collectively, we believe that great storytelling is important now more than ever.   Jody Candrian is a Capitol favorite for her signature use of bold gemstones in cuffs, bolos, and necklaces.  Laura and Jody discuss how stones provide us with the healing energy we so often need and the unique journey that brought Jody from the South West to the South.   Find Garden & Gun (and us!) on Instagram:  @gardenandgun @jodycandrian @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.gardenandgun.com www.jodycandrian.com www.shop-capitol.com

Garden & Gun and Capitol partnered on this What We Wore podcast capsule because collectively, we believe that great storytelling is important now more than ever. Ruth Runberg is a Capitol alumna and a talented buyer who worked with the most iconic retailers in the fashion industry including Barney's, Saks, and Brown's.  Ruth recently opened an interiors business, R. Runberg Curiosities, where she sells rare furniture, accents, objects from around the world.  Laura and Ruth's conversation sheds a light on the way the fashion industry landscape has changed over the past 15 years to the present moment. Find Garden and Gun (and us!) on Instagram:  @gardenandgun @rrunberg @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.gardenandgun.com www.shop-capitol.com

Garden & Gun and Capitol partnered on this What We Wore podcast capsule because collectively, we believe that great storytelling is important now more than ever. Haskell Harris is the style director for Garden & Gun and we are re-releasing this special episode as part of our joint capsule. Haskell is a wonderful storyteller, especially when it comes to her tales of growing up in Martinsville, Virginia.  Laura and Haskell also discuss what it means to be Southern, their uncommon shared experience of eloping, and, of course, Southern style.   Find Garden and Gun (and us!) on Instagram:  @gardenandgun @haskellharris @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.gardenandgun.com www.shop-capitol.com

Garden & Gun and Capitol partnered on this What We Wore podcast capsule because collectively, we believe that great storytelling is important now more than ever. In support one of Charleston's most beloved restaurateurs, Brooks Reitz, we are re-releasing this episode as part of our capsule.  Laura sat down with Brooks at the Garden & Gun offices in Charleston for the original recording and discussed everything from Brooks’ rise through the restaurant ranks to their shared experience working with a professional coach. Find Brooks (and us!) on Instagram:  @brookreitz @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.shop-capitol.com

Garden & Gun and Capitol partnered on this What We Wore podcast capsule because we believe that great storytelling is important now more than ever. Our first episode features Garden & Gun Editor in Chief, Dave DiBenedetto. It is no surprise that Dave DiBenedetto is one of the most compelling storytellers in the business and his lively journey from the South to New York and back provides moments of rich meaning and many laughs. Laura and Dave also discuss the 2008 recession, which provides great resonance and inspiration amidst the continued Covid-19 crisis.  Find Garden and Gun (and us!) on Instagram:  @gardenandgun @davedibendetto @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.gardenandgun.com www.shop-capitol.com

Charlotte Lucas is an acclaimed interior designer often highlighted in design magazines from House Beautiful to Elle Décor.  Charlotte is a dear friend of Capitol and her firm is based nearby in Charlotte, North Carolina.  Laura and Charlotte sat down after the Cara Cara launch dinner party that Charlotte co-hosted to talk interior design, growing teams, and hard work without complaint. Find La Ligne (and us!) on Instagram:  @charlottehlucas @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.charlottelucasdesign.com www.shop-capitol.com

Laura Vinroot Poole and the teams at Poole Shop and Capitol were thrilled to help launch emerging brand, Cara Cara, in Charlotte on a lovely evening this spring -- their gorgeous launch dinner was a bright light in the midst of a trying time. The three co founders of Cara Cara are charming, talented, and vibrant, and this conversation takes a lively look at their entrepreneurial journey and the friendship behind it. Find Cara Cara (and us!) on Instagram:  @caracara_nyc @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.caracaranyc.com www.shop-capitol.com

In this episode, Laura Vinroot Poole and creative director Scott Newkirk discuss the recent Paris market, the state of the industry, and the bright (pink!) days to come. Find Scott (and us!) on Instagram:  @whatweworepodcast @shopcapitol  @burlap88 @newkrik_interiors Or on the web:  www.shop-capitol.com

In honor of Jane's return to Capitol Charlotte this month, we are re-releasing her fascinating episode. Jane Pendry has lived a fashion fairytale starting her career in publishing at WWD and British Vogue, then onto major houses in Europe such as Yves Saint Laurent and Givenchy, and eventually creating her own coveted brand that is a favorite of our clients for its tailored shapes and beautiful fabrics. Jane's story teaches us all the value of creating your own path and the beauty that comes with many different chapters and experiences. Find Jane (and us!) on Instagram:  @dovimaparis @whatweworepodcast @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.dovimaparis.com www.shop-capitol.com

In this episode, Laura speaks with dear friend and designer Meredith German -- Meredith's entertaining tales of her childhood spent at the iconic Greenbrier Hotel progress into a colorful journey through the fashion industry as a designer for Marc Jacobs, Draper James, Reed Krakoff, and now, heritage brand Bienen Davis.  There is much to learn through Meredith's experience from her decision to shutter her namesake collection to her latest chapter re-imagining a storied brand. Find Meredith (and us!) on Instagram:  @meredithgerman_ @bienendavis @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.bienendavis.com www.shop-capitol.com

Mary Katrantzou is a London-based independent designer who has designed her namesake business for nearly 20 years and recently appointed Bulgari's first-ever Creative Director of Leather Goods and Accessories. Her story is an incredible lesson on focus, creativity and being responsible to your talent and your own voice.

In this episode, we learn more about Barbara Tfank's fascinating journey from costume design to fashion design.  Most notably, we learn how Barbara paved the way for designers to dress and design for celebrities, which is now an enormous part of the fashion industry.  Barbara's iconic creations have been worn by Uma Thurman, Adele, Michele Obama, and many more, on their most monumental occasions. Find Barbara (and us!) on Instagram:  @barbaratfank @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.shop-capitol.com

Laura and Vivian sit down together in the months leading up to the launch of her new show, South by Somewhere, the opening of her two new restaurants in Charleston, South Carolina, and the debut of her new cookbook. Vivian shares her journey from North Carolina to New York and back home again as she prepares to expand into new markets with the release of her latest projects.  Find Vivian (and us!) on Instagram:  @chefandthef @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.vivianhoward.com www.shop-capitol.com

In this special miniseries, Laura explores ideas around wellness with experts in the field.  The final episode of the series features holistic healing guide, Stacey Platt, who is a beloved member of the extended Capitol family.  She is based in Los Angeles and visits Charlotte several times a year to work with our clients. This episode explores Stacey's unique journey from MBA student to professional organizer and now living into her calling as a healer.  There is so much to learn from Stacey about finding purpose through joy, living into our own lives rather than into the expectations others project, and so much more. Find Stacey (and us!) on Instagram:  @staceyplatt @whatweworepodcast  @shopcapitol  Or on the web:  www.shop-capitol.com