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This week on fashion podcast Dinner for Shoes, I’m joined by designer Haley Emerson, founder of Haley J., the bold, color-driven brand known for its signature pink-and-orange palette and unapologetically glamorous silhouettes.After working in fashion houses in London and New York, Haley launched her namesake label to bring runway-level drama into real life, and she’s never played it safe.Over pink and orange cupcakes (and of course, shoes on the plate), we talk about what it really means to dress like the main character, why she refused to water down her vision to sell, and the reactions that come with designing pieces that demand attention.We also get into:The origin of her now-iconic color paletteWho the Haley J. girl is (and who she isn’t)What it really means when you say “I could never pull that off” Her take on minimalism todayIf you’ve ever wanted to dress bolder, or just rethink your personal style, this episode is for you.This episode is also supported by Pointelles, known for thoughtfully-designed shoe inserts that smooth creases and prevent wear over time.THIS DINNERBaked by Melissa Baker’s Dozen Cupcake BoxTHESE SHOESHaley J. Katie Orange Crystal HeelTHIS OUTFITShop my look Vintage blazerLeft On Friday teeLevi’s jeansAnabel Aram charm necklaceDee Ocleppo shoesVIDEO CHAPTERS00:00 INTRO01:14 THE OUTFIT BEHIND THE SHOES04:38 HALEY J. INTERVIEW WITH BAKED BY MELISSA23:44 HALEY’S OUTFITTHIS PRODUCTIONis created, written, hosted, and produced by Sarah Wasilak.is creative directed and executive produced by Megan Kai.is tech supervised by Nick.includes photos and videos in chronological order by Haley J. and Sarah Wasilak.is made with love.Dinner for Shoes is a podcast about style and identity, bridging the gap for anyone who has ever felt like fashion is an exclusive world. Host and shopping director Sarah Wasilak serves thoughtful conversations about industry trends, personal expression, inclusivity, and real life topics. Dinner for Shoes podcast episodes are released on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple. You can follow along for updates, teasers, and more on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook.Dinner for Shoes is an original by The Kai Productions.Follow Dinner for Shoes: @dinnerforshoes on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube Follow host Sarah Wasilak: @slwasz on Instagram Follow producer Megan Kai: @megankaii on Instagram Get in touch: [email protected] make this video more accessible, check out YouDescribe, a web-based platform that offers a free audio description tool for viewers who are blind or visually impaired.
