62 - Navigating Midlife with Stacy London: Menopause, Transformation, and Empowerment

In this episode, Tracy Holland talks with fashion icon Stacy London. They delve into Stacy's remarkable journey from battling insecurities due to a skin condition in her teenage years to ascending to the summit of the fashion world as a renowned stylist. Their discussion explores the allure of the fashion industry, the allure of external validation, and the profound impact of fame on personal well-being. Stacy also shares her thoughts on the importance of seeking self-validation and inner strength in a world that often pressures women to conform to traditional roles.

**Key Topics Covered:**

•  Stacy's early experiences with insecurity and her attraction to the glamorous fashion world as a means of external validation.
• The influence of fashion and style in shaping her career and her start as an assistant at Vogue and Mademoiselle.
• The vibrant fashion scene of the 90s and the artists she worked with.
• The impact of fame and external validation on personal well-being.
• The struggle of not conforming to traditional gender roles.
• The importance of finding self-validation and inner strength.

 **Main Takeaways or Highlights:**

•  Stacy London's journey in the fashion industry began as a way to seek external validation and escape insecurity.
• Her early struggles with psoriasis shaped her perception of beauty and fashion.
• Stacy's diverse educational background in philosophy and psychology contributed to her unique perspective in the fashion world.
• She gained valuable experience working at Vogue, Mademoiselle, and with renowned stylists and photographers in the 90s.
• Stacy reflects on the challenges of fame and external validation and how it can lead to burnout.
• The importance of breaking away from traditional gender roles and embracing individuality.
• The ultimate message is to find self-validation and inner strength, regardless of societal expectations.