Let's Get Ugly

Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Beckielou Brown, co-founder of Altra, the London fragrance brand redefining modern perfumery through 100% natural botanicals. Beckielou opens up about why she chose to create perfume without synthetics, how every fragrance begins with a story, and the fascinating creative process behind developing scents that evoke emotion and memory. The girls get into the future of natura...

Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Tara Zadeh (@tarazadeh), founder of Tara Zadeh Agency (@tarazadeh.agency). Tara opens up about building an agency known for curating some of the most beautiful events and experiences, and how her third culture upbringing has shaped her distinct eye for design. The girls get into her work with @zanaee spotlighting Iranian women, why storytelling and community sit at the hear...

Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Matilde Faria Mourinho Felix (@matildefmf) and Scarlett Reuben (@scarlett_reuben_), founders of Sensus Collective (@sensus_collective). The duo share how they spotted a gap in the market and created a new kind of shopping experience, bringing together independent brands, emerging designers and creative founders under one roof. They open up about the art of curation, buildin...

Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Lauren Short, founder of Ples’Jour, the luxury sexual wellness brand redefining intimacy through sophistication, safety and self-confidence. After first spotting the brand on the Di Petsa runway and immediately becoming obsessed with the packaging and concept, the girls sit down with Lauren to unpack the years of research and development behind the brand and how she&r...

Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Jessica Gladstone, DJ, tastemaker and all-around cool girl. Jessica opens up about building her career as a DJ, from curating her signature sound to playing everywhere from the BAFTAs to Chiltern Firehouse and events for beauty brands like Hourglass. The girls get into the emotional intelligence behind reading a room, her love of 60s and 70s music and fashion, and her deep ...

Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Athena (@goddessbeautymakeup), celebrity makeup artist and founder of Athena's Makeup Academy (@athenasmakeupacademy_). Athena opens up about launching her academy and why the next generation of make-up artists need to be taught far beyond just technique. The girls get into beauty trends, shifting societal standards, and what it really takes to succeed as a commercial makeu...

Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Julia Baldet @juliabadlet), founder of Elevate (@elevatewellnessuk). In what was such an eye-opening and honest conversation, Julia opens up about leaving the finance world to build a wellness brand from scratch and what it really takes to get there. She shares the story behind Elevate, from focusing on the health behind her smoothies to landing in Selfridges, and how she&r...

Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Olivia Petter (@oliviapetter), journalist, author and host of Red Lips Dating (@redlipsdating). Olivia opens up about the realities of moder Red LIps n dating, from dating app burnout and ghosting to the pressure of trying to find genuine connection online. The girls get into how social media and AI are changing the way we date, why so many people are rethinking marriage an...

Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Bella Hoelk (@bellahoelk), founder of LENY (@leny_clo) and former designer at Maison Margiela, Burberry and Chanel. Bella opens up about stepping away from the luxury fashion world and building something that actually fits her life. She shares how LENY came from a real gap in her wardrobe, creating pieces that move from day to night without overthinking it. The girls get in...

Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Paula Anselmi (@paulaanselmi), CEO of KLAYD (@the.klayd). Paula opens up about her journey from Indonesia to building a fashion brand rooted in elevated basics, with subtle cultural references woven into the branding. She shares what it really takes to start from scratch in a new city, her approach to hiring, and how she stayed motivated while navigating the realities of bu...

oin Trishna and Disha in the studio for a fun and insightful conversation with the deputy director of Vogue Business & Vogue Runway Elektra Kotsoni. Elektra breaks down what’s really happening in the luxury market right now, from the shifts in heritage fashion houses to the huge rise of vintage, resale, and more personal approaches to style. The girls get into shifting consumer habits, the future of luxury brands, and wha...

Join Disha for a special edition of Let’s Get Ugly with Siân Mille, the hair and makeup designer behind Wuthering Heights. Siân takes us inside the creative process of building some of the film’s most striking character transformations, from wild, weathered hair silhouettes to flush, emotional makeup moments. She shares how scripts and mood boards shape every decision, how collaboration with costume designer Jacqueline ...

Episode Description: Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for a conversation with Bea Sweet (@beasweetbeauty), one of the sharpest minds in modern makeup artistry. Bea breaks down her intuitive approach to faces, how she reads energy, emotion and contrast, and why she categorises looks as “cool girls” or “hot girls” before building a makeup character from the inside out. The girls get into makeup as art, scu...

Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Angela Lei (@angelaxlei), founder of lifestyle brand Fette (@fette.world). Angela opens up about leaving a traditional legal career to build a nail brand rooted in identity, luxury and self-expression. She shares her approach to business, why nails are never just an accessory, and what authenticity really means when building a beauty brand from the ground up. The girls get ...

Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for a chic, no-BS conversation with celebrity stylist and founder Lauren Paxton (@fifthseasonstyling). Lauren shares her journey from high-street fashion buyer to stylist, breaking down why silhouettes and structure beat trends every time. The girls get into fashion psychology, shopping your own wardrobe, red carpet styling, and how social media has rewritten the rules of style. Packed with prac...

We’re kicking off season 4 with the extremely talented Emily Shah Massoud, and it feels like the perfect place to start. Emily joins us for an honest conversation about navigating acting, producing, and brand building while staying grounded in who you are. She opens up about representation, identity, and the realities of being a South Asian woman in the entertainment industry. We also talk about her family-led journey with Dh...

This week, we’re joined by pro & celebrity make-up artist Min Sandhu for a real insider’s look into the world of beauty. Min takes us through the evolution of her makeup kit, the products she actually trusts, and the techniques she uses to create a star-studded finish on set. We talk about staying calm under pressure, why inner health always shows up on your face, and how harmony in the body translates to harmony in...

This week, we’re joined by Josephine de La Baume, the actor, musician and fashion insider known for her effortless French charm and realness. Josephine opens up about the sentimental value of the clothes she holds onto, the stories woven into her favourite pieces, and how her personal style reflects every chapter of her life. She shares her go-to French beauty hacks and the signature look she’s perfected over the years,...

This week, we’re joined by Dr. Vali (bydrvali), one of the most sought-after names in the field, for a powerful conversation about redefining beauty and wellness. From her early days in medicine to becoming a pioneer in holistic skincare, Dr. Vali opens up about blending science, art, and intuition to help people look and feel their best. She gets real about why true beauty starts within, the psychology behind cosmetic treatm...