Fashion-focused podcasts to accompany your fall season
In the world of fashion, podcasts have become a popular medium for exploring the industry's intricacies, trends, and histories. Here's a roundup of some of the most notable fashion podcasts currently gracing the airwaves.
One of the longest-running podcasts in the fashion sphere is 'Dressed: The History of Fashion', boasting an impressive 501 episodes. This podcast delves into diverse subjects such as Spanish fashion in the age of Velázquez, fastenings and zippers, and Italian fashion house Gucci.
Another podcast worth mentioning is 'Chanel Connects', a production from the Parisian fashion house that bridges fashion, arts, and culture. Season Four was recorded on location at the Venice Biennale, and previous seasons have featured guests like Tilda Swinton, Pharrell Williams, and Es Devlin.
For those interested in the design philosophy of Dior Men creative director Kim Jones, 'Dior Common Thread' is a must-listen. Meanwhile, Bella Freud, the London-based fashion designer known for her slogan-emblazoned sweaters, helms 'Fashion Neurosis', inviting guests to explore their relationship with fashion.
Independent podcasts, hosted by industry insiders, dominate the top fashion podcast listings. 'Fat Mascara', 'The Business of Fashion Podcast', and 'Articles of Interest' are among the widely recognized podcasts that cover a range of topics from fashion industry insights, beauty, to contemporary cultural discussions around style.
'Articles of Interest', hosted by Avery Trufelman, offers thoughtful and surprising breakdowns of everyday garments and fashion moments. The second season focuses on conceptions of luxury, including diamonds, wedding dresses, and perfume. Topics covered include Hawaiian shirts, blue jeans, the punk movement, and pockets in clothing.
'What's Contemporary Now?' is led by host Christopher Michael, who founded the platform in 2011 and the podcast in 2022. This podcast offers deep-diving conversations with figures from the cultural industry, many from the world of fashion.
Luxury fashion houses like Chanel, Dior, and Louis Vuitton occasionally release audio content or branded podcasts on platforms like Spotify or Apple Podcasts. However, these might not rank among the top widely-followed fashion podcasts. 'Louis Vuitton [Extended]', for instance, is a new podcast from the luxury house, promising an in-depth look at its various inner workings. Conversations with Louis Vuitton's menswear creative director Pharrell Williams and various other disciplines and figures are included.
'Dior Talks' is a podcast from the Parisian fashion house with a vast back catalogue of episodes. The podcast is divided into thematic blocks, such as 'Feminist Art' and 'Female Gaze'. 'Dior Untold' is a four-part podcast focusing on the behind-the-scenes of the Maison Dior and its unique savoir-faire, with a particular focus on beauty and fragrance.
In conclusion, fashion podcasts provide a unique and engaging way to explore the industry's history, trends, and inner workings. Whether you're interested in the design philosophy of a specific brand, the social and cultural history behind the clothes we wear, or insights into the fashion industry, there's a podcast out there for you.
The 'Louis Vuitton [Extended]' podcast provides an in-depth look at various inner workings of the luxury house, featuring conversations with Pharrell Williams and other figures from different disciplines. ('Louis Vuitton [Extended]')
'Dior Talks' hosts a vast back catalogue of episodes, divided into thematic blocks such as 'Feminist Art' and 'Female Gaze', offering insights into the fashion industry alongside social and cultural histories behind clothing. ('Dior Talks')
