The SEWSQUAD Pod
The SEWSQUAD Pod
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New podcast weblogThis is The SEWSQUAD Pod — a podcast where we talk to some of the world's favorite fashion creatives about their teen years. We chat about how they stumbled upon their personal look, what inspired them to explore a creative industry, and how they navigated their particularly awkward youth to find success and style. In addition to being the CEO of SEWSQUAD, host Zoey Washington is a longtime fashion industry vet who has worked as a fashion editor, writer, and stylist for notable publications including Vogue, Elle, ESSENCE, People, The Zoe Report and Bravo TV. She founded SEWSQUAD, a DIY fashion brand to bring old school crafting into the digital era.
Jenny Walton on Collecting and Counter-Culture
Zoey gabs with Jenny Walton — one of fashion’s most original style stars. Jenny is a New York City-based designer and influencer whose whimsical illustrations and unique, vintage-inspired style has gotten the attention of brands like Miu Miu, Bottega Veneta, and J.Crew. But, it was her love of sewing and upcycling in high school that really caught our attention. Hear how Jenny created her own career path and found her audience by not following the rules.
Aug 27, 2020
45 min
John-John Williams IV on Vintage and Finding Your Voice
Zoey kikis it up with fashion, food, and pop culture journalist John-John Williams IV. John-John is currently our go-to source for all things lifestyle at The Baltimore Sun. But before joining the Sun, he worked at powerhouses such as The Times-Picayune, The Chicago Tribune, The Detroit Free Press and The Post Standard. Hear John-John’s thoughts on how vintage fashion is the answer to most of life’s problems and why being true to yourself will always pay off.
Aug 12, 2020
36 min
Jade Frampton on Putting in the Work
Zoey sits with Jade Frampton, the Executive Director of ShopBAZAAR. Sure, Jade is one of our favorite ladies in the biz because she’s super chic and down-to-earth. But this self-described minimalist is also one of the most hardworking women in the fashion industry. Listen in as Jade talks about how she put in the work at a young age and hasn’t let success slow down her work ethic.
Jul 28, 2020
33 min
Stacy London on being Fearless with Fashion
Zoey chats with Stacy London — one of the world’s most trusted style experts — about being fearless with fashion. Stacy is best known as the co-host of TLC’s iconic show, “What Not to Wear.” 
Jul 8, 2020
40 min