In the 8th episode of ‘Where Style meets Soul’ Loulou Storey engages in a heartfelt and honest conversation with Fashion Designer Eleanor Turner.
Eleanor shares her journey from a young girl inspired by fashion to designing for some of the biggest US brands (JCrew, Tommy Hilfiger and Tory Birch) to founding her own brand, now the hugely successful brand Argent, and later transitioning to her current sustainable T-shirt brand The Big Favorite.
The episode explores the intersection of fashion, self-expression, and spirituality.
The discussion delves into the importance of intuition, authenticity, and the emotional connection to clothing, emphasising how these elements contribute to our personal growth and empowerment.
Takeaways
Fashion has been a significant part of Eleanor’s life since childhood.
A pivotal moment for Eleanor was seeing Sarah Jessica Parker in a Gap sweater.
Eleanor’s journey to becoming a designer was influenced by her early experiences and intuition.
Trusting one’s gut feeling is crucial in navigating career choices.
The importance of accessible fashion for self-expression is a core belief for Eleanor.
Eleanor emphasizes the need for functional clothing that empowers women.
Spirituality plays a significant role in Eleanor’s creative process.
Listening to one’s intuition can lead to more optimized life choices.
Eleanor encourages others to embrace their individuality and not fear being different.
The conversation highlights the connection between clothing, spirituality, and personal identity.
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