Style Reinvention, Cultural Boldness, and More w/ Vanessa P.
Release Date: 08/07/2025
Style Reinvention, Cultural Boldness, and More w/ Vanessa P.
Black Style Anecdotes Podcast
In this season 14 finale episode, I converse with about how moving to Denmark affected her style, the importance of having a creative outlet, how her mom got her into thrifting, and designing wearable art. She shares how style has become her personal signature, why bringing culture into predominantly white spaces matters, how having lupus affects her style choices, and more. Follow Vanessa on , and visit her . Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on or , and share it with a friend. Sign up for the Black Style Notes . Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on , ,...
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Ghetto Chic Style, Generational Flyness, and More w/Ticara D.
Black Style Anecdotes Podcast
In this episode, I chat with about her deep love for streetwear, heirloom accessories, and mixing high and low fashion. We talk about evolving personal style as a form of cultural expression, a nostalgic deep dive into 2000s fashion, a new appreciation for skirts, how she shops smart by tracking wardrobe gaps, magazine archives as inspiration, and much more. In this episode she mentions: Follow Ticara on , , , and . Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on or , and share it with a friend. Sign up for the Black Style Notes . Connect with Black Style...
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Home Style vs. Clothing Style, Love of Color, International Shopping, and More w/ Deidre
Black Style Anecdotes Podcast
In this episode, I talk to about how growing up in a style-conscious household shaped her love for personal presentation, why she’s drawn to timeless pieces, and being inspired by New York street style. From bold accessories to unforgettable coats, Deidre shares how she developed her love for fashion and why getting dressed is a joyful, artistic act for her. Deidre discusses the role of storytelling in style, how she balances inspiration and originality, why fashion is an emotional and intellectual experience—not just a visual one, eBay tips, and more. In this episode, she...
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Having a Seamless Wardrobe, Her Rule of Five, and More w/ Jerica Steward
Black Style Anecdotes Podcast
In this episode of , I chitchat with the effortlessly stylish —a self-described “street chic” style queen whose fashion sense blends edge, femininity, and function. Jerica shares how growing up watching BET and 106 & Park influenced her fashion curiosity, why she’s passionate about intentional styling over fast trends, and how being a curvy woman shapes her creativity and confidence. Together, we talk church hats, creative accessorizing, statement jackets, the power of feeling beautiful—even while running errands, and more. In this episode she mentions: ...
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Style As An Art Form, Timeless Elegance, and More w/ Shardé
Black Style Anecdotes Podcast
In this episode I chat with about creative expression, Hollywood glamour, and how motherhood has shaped her personal style journey. From her love of estate sales and DIY fashion to the empowering influence of figures like Dapper Dan and Daniel Roseberry, Shardé shares what it means to dress with intention, how fashion emotionally connects with culture and identity, her travel finds from Japan, moder-day inspirations, and more. Follow Shardé on and ! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on or , and share it with a friend. Sign up for the Black Style Notes...
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Style As Storytelling, The Best Accessory, and More w/ Brittiny Terry
Black Style Anecdotes Podcast
In this episode, I chat with about how she incorporates a chill element to her edgy and cool style and how Black people naturally exude style. Brittiny opens up about her earliest style memory (basketball shorts and baby heels!), her favorite piece in her wardrobe, shopping online vs. in person, how work impacts (but doesn’t limit) her wardrobe , why quiet luxury doesn’t quite fit into her expressive Black style, and much more. In this episode, she mentions: Follow Brittiny on and ! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on or , and share it with a friend....
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Showing Up in Style, Dressing For Yourself, and More with Cassandra George
Black Style Anecdotes Podcast
In this episode, I talk to about how she’s redefining casual chic with a side of sass. Cassandra opens up about discovering her personal style as a tall, plus-size teen, and how her grandmother’s elegance continues to inspire her today. We talk about Cassandra’s favorite brands, style icons, navigating fashion as a Black woman, shopping challenges for tall girls, treating everyday like a fashion show, and much more. In this episode, she mentions: Follow Cassandra on and ! Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on or , and share it with a friend. Sign up for the...
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Vintage Vibes, Style Freedom, Kitten Heels, and More w/ Carmen Jones
Black Style Anecdotes Podcast
In this episode I chat with , a style-savvy creative whose wardrobe is rooted in nostalgia, intention, and secondhand gems. Carmen shares her evolution from sketching fashion in middle school to cultivating a signature look grounded in self-expression, comfort, and thrifted treasures. She talks about why she’s been shopping exclusively secondhand for the last year, and why personal style—especially for Black women—is a powerful form of self-love and visibility, her go-to outfit formula, and much more! In this episode she mentions: Follow Carmen on , , , and ! Give this...
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Life, Love & What’s Next for BSA
Black Style Anecdotes Podcast
In this special mini episode of , I check in with some life updates and what's ahead for the podcast. I reflect on an unexpected six-month break (hint: something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue!), talk about why BSA Plus is no more, expanding BSA to other platforms, the upcoming season 14 episodes and more. Tune in to hear what’s been happening behind the scenes, why pivots are part of the process, and how I’m pushing BSA, and myself, forward. In this episode I mention the BSA channel, pictures from my wedding and here, and my ! Give this episode a...
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Black In Fashion: Culture, Industry, Impact, and Identity: A Conversation with Tonya Blazio-Licorish
Black Style Anecdotes Podcast
Support Black Style Anecdotes by joining . Get special merch, bonus content, and more!* In this special bonus episode I chat with Archives Editor, about her WWD book, and her personal style. Tonya is a fashion historian, author, and archivist, so it was a treat to do a deep dive into the intersection of style, history, and Black culture with her. We discuss the Women's Wear Daily archive and how it sheds light on untold stories of Black influence in fashion. From Josephine Baker’s early impact on hosiery trends to the evolution of streetwear, the conversation explores how fashion...
info_outlineIn this season 14 finale episode, I converse with Vanessa Petersen about how moving to Denmark affected her style, the importance of having a creative outlet, how her mom got her into thrifting, and designing wearable art. She shares how style has become her personal signature, why bringing culture into predominantly white spaces matters, how having lupus affects her style choices, and more.
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