Episodes

  • SE2: 10:- Chrissy Rutherford - #FASHIONGIRL: How determination got her a dream job at Harpers Bazaar!

    SE2: 10:- Chrissy Rutherford - #FASHIONGIRL: How determination got her a dream job at Harpers Bazaar!
    Jun 1 2016
    Welcome to Season 2 Episode 10 of #WEARYOURDREAMS, hosted by Alice Oluyitan and featuring inspirational conversations with girls in business.This week, Alice has a chat with Chrissy Rutherford, the Senior Digital Editor at Harper's Bazaar. Originally from Westchester New York, Chrissy has had a passion for clothing and fashion from a young age. After graduating from her major in Communications, she cultivated her digital saviness while working as an assistant at InStyle.com and FashionEtc.com. She currently lives in Manhattan and is marking her 5th year working at Harper's Bazaar!Here’s what we learned from Chrissy:Chrissy talks about how tough it is to break into the fashion industry. There are so many sectors within this industry, so it is important to keep as many options open as possible. This was one of the reasons why Chrissy chose to study Communications as opposed to a strictly fashion degree. Communications enabled her to pursue an interest in Media Studies, which introduced her to the field of magazine editing!Whether you are an upcoming designer, or you are simply looking for an intern position, be persistent in getting yourself recognised! As the Digital Editor at Harper's Bazaar, Chrissy is often emailed by new designers who want to get their designs noticed. She explains that the fashion environment is always hectic, and emails sometimes get skimmed over and missed, so be sure to be determined to get your work noticed! At the end of the day, your determination will make others respect you, so believe in your talent and don't let it go to waste!Chrissy's job enables her to look out for upcoming designers and fresh talent. One of her favourite ways to do this is through social media. If you want your designs to be noticed then make sure you create an amazing online portfolio using Instagram, Twitter & Tumblr etc. This is will get people talking about your brand and word of mouth can go a long way!When interning for companies, such as Harper's Bazaar, it is essential that you prove that you have passion AND knowledge for the industry. Reading lots of fashion magazines and knowing the latest designers is key to impressing your peers. To make yourself stand out, you must show that you have a really deep interest in the field. Chrissy advises interns to express their passion by always approaching tasks with a positive attitude. When people ask you to do task, do it with a smile on your face!Chrissy's Triple Love Round Answers:A quote that she loves: “Think highly of yourself because the world takes you at your own estimate.” This was the quote Chrissy wrote in her senior year book!A blog that she loves: Intothegloss! Chrissy loves reading about what products people are currently loving.A woman she loves: Rihanna! Not only is the girl boss a style inspiration for Chrissy, but she also admires her confidence and ability to always remain fierce.Want to learn more about Chrissy?You can stay up to date with Chrissy's trendy lifestyle and upcoming projects by following her on Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat! (@chrissyford) Oh, and Harper's Bazaar of course!What did you think of our convo with Chrissy? Let us know by leaving a comment below or tweeting at @gbemigirls!

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    38 mins
  • SE 2: 7:- Allia Al Rufai - #FASHIONGIRL: Self taught fashion stylist is India's most sort after Fashion Influencer!

    SE 2: 7:- Allia Al Rufai - #FASHIONGIRL: Self taught fashion stylist is India's most sort after Fashion Influencer!
    Mar 7 2016

    Welcome to Season 2 Episode 7 of #WEARYOURDREAMS, hosted by Alice Oluyitan and featuring inspirational conversations with girls in business.

    This week, Alice has a chat with Allia Al Rufai, a Fashion Stylist and Consultant based in India. From working on a Bollywood Movie set, her skill and passion was instantly recognised and she soon started working as a Fashion Assistant at Harper's Bazaar India! She has since worked her way up the ladder, working impressive roles as Chief Stylist and Fashion Editor, whilst simultaneously managing the Magazine's Mumbai office!

    Here’s what we learned from Allia:

    • Don't give up on your dream. Although Allia was passionate about fashion from a young age, she never studied fashion. Instead she completed a Masters degree in Commerce and an International Understanding Course in India. An opportunity came along to intern for a Bollywood movie, and Allia decided it was the right time to pursue her true passion. The movie was about the fashion industry. Not only was Allia exposed to the world of fashion, but she got to work with the best models, photographers and designers in India. Although the hours were long and the work was hard, Allia always worked with a positive attitude and a smile on her face. This resulted in Allia being recommended for more brilliant job opportunities!

     

    • Always work with a positive attitude and be willing to adapt to new situations and environments. Soon after Allia's costume design internship, she was approached to work for Harper's Bazaar. She worked her way up from a runner, to a fashion editor to a fashion stylist! Naturally, this involved a variety of roles and challenges, each of which Allia accepted. She valued the different learning experiences that each role offered!

     

    • Always be a step ahead of the game! Allia discusses the competitiveness of the fashion industry and how you have to make yourself really stand out in order to get noticed. Allia advises girls that want to break into the industry to do their research and stay on top of the latest trends. Be attentive to relevant blogs and magazines to constantly expand your knowledge of the fashion industry!

     

    • Watch and learn from the people around you. Always look for opportunities to learn more and develop yourself into the best you can possibly be.

    Allia's Triple Love Round Answers:

    • A blog she loves: Whowhatwear! A relatable blog that every girl can identify with.
    • A quote that she loves: “I believe that you should give away everything that you know, and more will come back to you.”  Allia loves to share her knowledge and inspire people. She believes holding on to things doesn’t leave room for growth. The more you give away, the more you keep your mind open and free, and allow room for new knowledge!
    • A woman who inspires her: Her mother! A key figure in Allia's life who has constantly guided, encouraged and supported her dreams.

    Want to learn more about Allia Al Rufai?

    • Check out Allia's website to see her exciting work projects and advertising campaigns!
    • You can also follow her on Instagram to see her own personal style, which we absolutely adore! (@alliaalrufai)

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    28 mins
  • SE 2: 5:- Chelsea Matthews - #CREATIVEGIRL: How to quit your 9-5 job and start a creative marketing firm in LA and London!

    SE 2: 5:- Chelsea Matthews - #CREATIVEGIRL: How to quit your 9-5 job and start a creative marketing firm in LA and London!
    Jan 27 2016

    Welcome to Season 2 Episode 5 of #WEARYOURDREAMS, hosted by Alice Oluyitan and featuring inspirational conversations with girls in business.

    This week, Alice has a chat with Chelsea Matthews, who is the CEO and founder of Matte Black, a culture marketing firm based in Los Angeles. (She's also friends with our girl Puno!) Chelsea has been in social media marketing for over 5 years, and some of her clients include Corepower Yoga, TOMS, and many more. She was recognized as a Tastemaker to Know and has been spotlighted in the Huffington Post and YouTube's The Stylish.

    Here's what we learned from Chelsea:

    • Network, network, network! It's super important to go out and make connections whenever possible because you never know when you'll need them. Chelsea made lots of connections when she worked in fashion, so when she started working as a social media freelancer, she already had a big network of people that she could reach out to!
    • Even though social media marketing is super helpful when building your brand, you've got to use other forms of digital marketing too. So branch out beyond Twitter and Instagram! Try starting a blog or send out an email newsletter - just get your content out on multiple platforms.
    • You're never too small to act big when it comes to building your team, so even if your team is small, make sure it has structure. It's also super important to support and empower your team because it'll only bring success and positive results!
    • If there's something you want to do, tell the whole world about it! Talk about what you want to achieve because if you're not open about what your goals are, people won't be able to help you and connect you with helpful resources. Even if your project isn't perfect yet, just tell people about it!

    Chelsea's Triple Love Round Answers

    • A book she loves: Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon
    • A quote that she loves: "There's no 'I' in success." Chelsea feels that success is never created alone - it comes when others challenge your ideas or add their creative input.
    • An inspirational woman that she loves: Kelly Wearstler, who is an interior designer that started her own global lifestyle brand

    To learn about Chelsea's cool fashion background, hear how she started her own marketing firm, and be inspired by a total girlboss, listen to the full #WearYourDreams episode!

    Want to learn more about Chelsea Matthews?

    • Check out the Matte Black website to learn more about their projects.
    • Follow her on Instagram and Twitter at @chelseamatthews.
    • Check out The Shape Shift Report, which is Matte Black's monthly digital trend and insight publication!

    What did you think of our convo with Chelsea? Let us know by leaving a comment below or tweeting at @gbemigirls!


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    39 mins
  • SE 2: 4:- Natalie Joos - #FASHIONGIRL: How to make it in fashion according to the Street style Queen AND one of the most INFLUENTIAL women in America!

    SE 2: 4:- Natalie Joos - #FASHIONGIRL: How to make it in fashion according to the Street style Queen AND one of the most INFLUENTIAL women in America!
    Jan 20 2016
    This week, Alice has a chat with Natalie Joos, who is a Belgian-born writer, photographer, and stylist living in New York City. She's worked in the fashion industry for more than 17 years! In 2003, she established a successful casting company, where she has cast models for brands like Hugo Boss, Jeremy Scott, and Philip Lim. In 2010, Natalie launched her own blog called Tales of Endearment, where she shares her passion for vintage and fashion.

    Here's what we learned from Natalie:

    • When starting your fashion career, you must have a positive energy and say yes to anything. Be confident in your abilities, and you'll go far!
    • Be persistent, and don't take no for an answer. If you believe in something, keep going after it!
    • It's super important to get an internship if you want to work in the fashion industry. Start by making a list of the people who you really admire and would love to work for. Then start applying for internships with them!
    • It's also really important to go abroad when you're young. Not only will it boost your fashion knowledge, but it'll help with your growth and maturity.
    • As fashion-obsessed as we are, the world doesn't actually revolve around fashion. That's why Natalie recommends studying broad subjects rather than fashion-focused subjects in school. For example, if you want to work in fashion marketing, studying marketing as a whole so you'll have a broader knowledge and understanding of the topic.

    Natalie's Triple Love Round Answers

    • A place she loves: her New York apartment
    • A magazine that she loves: Rolling Stone Magazine because she loves reading about politics and music, and it gives her lots of ideas about up-and-coming stars for her shoots!
    • An app that she loves:
      • VSCO Cam, an awesome photo-editing app
      • NetSet, the Net-a-Porter app
      • Raya, a dating app for creative people
      • rewardStyle, an app that lets people buy what their fave bloggers are wearing
      • Vogue Runway, an app that lets you see over 1 million runway looks

    To learn how Natalie got started in fashion, find out what she looks for in an intern, and learn what her ultimate dream is, listen to the full #WearYourDreams episode!

    Want to learn more about Natalie Joos?

    • Check out Natalie's blog, Tales of Endearment, to see her amazing work, get updates on her travels, and shop in her cool vintage store.
    • Follow her on Instagram at @jxxsy to see more of her colourful style pics.

    What did you think of our convo with Natalie? Let us know by leaving a comment below or tweeting at @gbemigirls!


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    38 mins
  • SE 2: 3:- Heidi Petite - #CREATIVEGIRL: Singer, songwriter, creative girl gang founder, superstar in the making & only 21!

    SE 2: 3:- Heidi Petite - #CREATIVEGIRL: Singer, songwriter, creative girl gang founder, superstar in the making & only 21!
    Jan 6 2016
    Welcome to Season 2 Episode 3 of #WEARYOURDREAMS, hosted by Alice Oluyitan and featuring inspirational conversations with girls in business.This week, Alice has a chat with Heidi Petitjean, aka Heidi Petite! Heidi is a folk and R&B singer and songwriter, and she also explores the world of art with colour, mixed media, and vinyl work. She is also the founder of Confetti Crowd, which is the UK's 1st official girl gang of creatives. With her friends in Confetti Crowd, Heidi has worked with cool brands like Nike, Schuh, and Lamoda, and she has been flourishing with the London music and fashion scene with her cool music & colourful style.Here's what we learned from Heidi:It's so important to be yourself. You can't please everyone, so don't be afraid to push the boundaries!Stop worrying so much about what other people think. You can't impress everyone, so try to do what makes YOU happy! It'll only ever make you a stronger person.If you have a dream that you're really passionate about, then it IS possible. Make that phone call, send that email, take that course - do everything you can to make your dream come true!We've said it many times before, but it's SO true: push past your fear to make your dreams come true! If you have an idea that you're really passionate about, you just have to go for it! Heidi said that her first musical performance was the scariest thing she'd ever done, but it was also the greatest thing she'd ever done. She pushed past her fear and took the plunge, and now all of her dreams are coming true!Heidi's Dream MomentsWhen she performed for the first time and got loads of positive feedback!When she and her gal pals in Confetti Crowd shot a short film in London - it made them realize that all of their hard work was paying off!Heidi's Triple Love Round AnswersA quote she loves: "Spend a little more time trying to make something of yourself and a little less time trying to impress people." - Paul Gleeson in The Breakfast ClubA book that she loves: Sweet Revenge: The Intimate Life of Simon Cowell by Tom BowerAn inspirational woman she loves: Her mother, who is super talented and stylish!To hear about Heidi's musical journey, learn more about Confetti Crowd, and be inspired by a GBEMi girl with sassy style, listen to the full #WearYourDreams episode!Want to learn more about Heidi Petite?Check out her website to learn more about her creative journey.Follow her on Instagram at @heidipetite and Twitter at @HeidiPetite_ to see photos of her colourful style and get updates about her projects.You can learn more about Confetti Crowd by visiting their website and following the other Confetti girls - Helibells, Lulutrixabelle, Tigerlily, and Snoochie Shy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    27 mins