Style POV

Today on Style POV, I’m joined by someone who makes the everyday feel cinematic. Abi Hoffman is a fashion content creator, writer, and vintage curator whose work lives at the intersection of beauty, storytelling, and intention. Her aesthetic—what she calls “maximalist-minimalist”—merges structured silhouettes with rich textures, archival pieces, and those unforgettable flourishes that give fashion its emotional weight.

In this conve...

In this episode of Style POV, I’m joined by JenniLee, a New York-based stylist and image consultant whose work has spanned red carpets, major fashion publications, and now—real wardrobes for real women. She’s styled icons like Lauryn Hill, Scarlett Johansson, and Greta Gerwig, but what truly sets her apart is her belief that fashion isn’t just about what you wear—it’s a way to come home to yourself.

After two decades in celebrity st...

In this episode of Style POV, I sit down with fashion designer and YouTube creator Justine Leconte to explore what it really means to build a sustainable wardrobe—beyond linen dresses and neutral palettes.

Born in Paris and now running her own ethical fashion label, Justine has amassed over a million subscribers on YouTube thanks to her smart, accessible take on slow fashion, thoughtful design, and what’s actually happening behind t...

In this episode of the Style POV, I’m doing something a little different. Instead of sitting down with a guest, I’m sharing a collection of voices from within the community—listeners and style seekers just like you—who’ve generously offered up their personal reflections and turning points on the journey of getting dressed.

These aren’t polished style formulas or one-size-fits-all answers. They’re honest, intimate stories about learn...

In this episode of the  Style POV, I sit down with Anastasia Souris—better known as the Denim Curator—to talk about how she’s turned a lifelong love of denim into a signature style that’s both personal and deeply considered.

With a background in marketing and PR for brands like Victoria’s Secret, Steve Madden, and Michael Kors, Anastasia brings an editorial eye to everything she wears. We chat about how her career shaped her style, ...

 In this solo episode, I’m breaking down a concept I come back to again and again with clients: style value levers.

These are the core priorities—comfort, creativity, sustainability, price point, and more—that silently shape our wardrobes. And when we try to push all of them to 100%, we end up overwhelmed, disconnected, and still not loving what we wear.

This episode isn’t just about figuring out what matters to you stylistically. It...

In this episode of Style POV, I sit down with journalist Rachel Hills to explore how personal style can be both a tool for self-expression and a form of self-transformation.

You’ve seen Rachel’s work in Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Elle, The Sydney Morning Herald, and The New York Times—and in our chat, she shares the early influences that shaped her style and how it’s evolved into something that holds both power and connection.

We dive into...

In this episode of The Style POV’s Style Files series, I sit down with Eve to chat about her deeply personal approach to getting dressed—one that centers around her unique words using the three-word method. 

Eve walks me through how her style has evolved over the years, blending nostalgia, playfulness, and a totally carefree vibe. From sewing her own clothes to rejecting one-size-fits-all fashion advice, she’s created a wardrobe tha...

In this solo episode of Style POV, I dive into what really makes an outfit work—from the inside out. I explore the foundations of fashion design, including how structure and detail shape the way clothes function and feel.

We’ll look at body proportions in a more empowering light, and I’ll share how understanding your lines, movement, and rhythm can shift not just how you dress—but how you feel. I also talk about using illusion with ...

This episode of Style POV is part of the Style Files segment — where listeners come on the podcast to share their real, evolving style journeys: the wins, the messiness, the growth, and all the surprising turns in between.

Today, I’m chatting with Christina, whose story touches on everything from childhood fashion memories to the Barbie movie’s influence, sewing school adventures, and navigating personal style through shifting body ...

In this episode, I dive into the world of moody aesthetics with YouTube's dark muse queen, Silkymochi. Also known as Melyssa Mochi, she talks about her Dark Muse series, a captivating exploration of gothic edge and dark aesthetics. We break down the inspirations behind each muse—Vampire, Witch, Siren, Haunted Doll, and Fairy—and how these can be tailored to real-life fashion. Melyssa shares her personal journey, tips for trans...

In this episode of the Style POV podcast, I speak with Cate Linden, a personal color analyst, color analyst trainer, and stylist. We dive deep into the surge in popularity of color analysis over the past five years, largely driven by social media and the desire for personalized style. Cate explains the benefits of working with a defined color palette, addressing common misconceptions, and how to find the right analyst. We also disc...

In this episode, I chat with Percia Verlin about the journey to discovering an authentic personal style. We discuss the differences between fashion and clothing, the impact of social media on style, and how community and environment influence what we wear. Percia shares insights from her personal experience with thrifting, TikTok, and how various locations have shaped her style. We also dive into practical tips on pattern recogniti...

Exploring the System of Essences with Rachel from Truth is Beauty

In this episode, I chat with Rachel, a fashion, style, and color consultant known for her website Truth is Beauty. We dive into the concept of Essences and how Rachel's unique system was developed. She shares her journey of studying style analysis, the creation of her essence hybrids, and the making of her popular style calculator. We also discuss the c...

Let's do a Style Files, where I interview listeners, readers, or watchers about their own style journey.  I sit down with Katie—someone whose style journey I’ve had the privilege of witnessing firsthand. From a self-proclaimed fashion outsider to someone who’s truly found her stride, Katie’s story is one of discovery, trial and error, and those “aha” moments that change everything.

We talk about what it was like for her to go f...

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In this episode of the Style POV podcast, host Gabrielle Arruda welcomes author and style expert David Kibbe. The discussion centers around Kibbe's new book, which expands on his renowned style philosophies. Kibbe defines style as a visual language, a way of presenting oneself to the world, and stresses the importance of self-discovery and evolving personal style. They...

Join Gabrielle Arruda on the Style POV podcast as she interviews Roslyn about her personal style journey. Roslyn shares how her interest in body typing and the Kibbe system shaped her fashion sense, leading to self-acceptance and love for her curves. The discussion covers Roslyn's experiences with Kibbe, color theory, and the impact of finding a like-minded community of supportive women. Explore how embracing her essence influ...

In this episode of the Style POV podcast, host Gabrielle Arruda guides listeners through the four stages of developing a personal style: preparation and exploration, incubation, illumination, and verification. Gabrielle explains how each stage involves unique processes, from gathering relevant information about body design and analyzing wardrobe preferences to the subconscious sifting of ideas, achieving 'aha' moments, an...

In this episode of the Style POV Podcast, host Gabriella Arruda welcomes guest Gizelle to discuss her transformative journey in developing her personal style. Gizelle shares how she moved from wearing default outfits in her youth to discovering Kibbe's style principles, tackling color analysis, and exploring various style systems. Her story highlights the intricacies of blending different style tools, the importance of communi...