How Kahindo Is Changing Fashion With Purpose & Bold Style

In Dinner for Shoes podcast episode 64, host Sarah Wasilak chats with founder and designer of Kahindo, Kahindo Mateene. The “Project Runway” season 12 alum recounts her journey in the fashion industry, leading her to a rebrand with a focus on clothing defined as “wearable art with a social impact.” Kahindo discusses her vibrant garments that encourage individuality, her unique prints inspired by travel, and the importance of creating sustainable job opportunities for women in Africa.

Kahindo’s values prompt Sarah to name some other industry leaders, designers, and entrepreneurs who make it a pronounced business goal to uplift other women. There’s no better time to have this conversation than during Women’s History Month. Sarah goes on to try Kahindo’s favorite meal, grilled calamari, which is surprisingly hard to come by in Hoboken, NJ.

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THIS DINNER

Calamari Salad from Benny Tudino’s in Hoboken, NJ

THESE SHOES

Vintage Miu Miu crystal-heeled sandals

THIS OUTFIT

Shop my look

Kahindo skirt set

Princess Polly socks

Caitlyn Minimalist ring

Silver hoops

THESE CHAPTERS

0:00 - INTRO

2:10 - THE OUTFIT BEHIND THE SHOES

10:21 - KAHINDO INTERVIEW

52:16 - BRANDS THAT SUPPORT WOMEN

1:00:08 - GRILLED CALAMARI SALAD

THIS PRODUCTION

is 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 Bloomingdale’s, Shopbop, Sarah Wasilak, Kahindo, Tory Burch, Mara Hoffman, Rebecca Minkoff, Brother Vellies, and Hope for Flowers.

is made with love.

Dinner for Shoes is a fashion podcast for people who love food, hosted by editor Sarah Wasilak. With appearances by her cats, Trish and Kit, and agendas that almost always go to shit, we aim to dive into a discussion about fashion and style and break some bread in each episode. 

Dinner for Shoes podcast episodes are released weekly on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple. You can follow along for updates, teasers, and more on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook. If there are any fashion topics you’ve been pondering or good eats you think Sarah should try, don’t hesitate to send a DM or an email.

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