Podcast Episodes

Unfolding the Casa Lily Story with Cynthia Lau

Welcome back to ‘I Want Her Shoes Podcast. Today, we’re thrilled to step into the sustainable yet chic world of fashion with Cynthia Lau, the visionary founder behind Casa Lily. This episode unveils how Cynthia’s journey from a fashion-enthused child in diverse cultures to an innovative entrepreneur is reshaping our approach to what we wear.

Join us as we dive into how Casa Lily’s commitment to sustainability is not just about creating eco-friendly fashion, but about fostering a movement that values transparency, ethical practices, and community engagement. From her early days of crafting unique garments with her mother to her strategic decisions that meld style with sustainability, Cynthia shares how each step on her path has been integral to developing a brand that aligns with her core values.

👠 Key Moments: 

1. Cynthia discusses her early experiences and influences that shaped her passion for sustainable fashion. 
2. She details how Casa Lily integrates eco-friendly processes into its business model, emphasizing ethical standards.
3. Cynthia shares challenges she faced in founding Casa Lily and the innovative strategies used to overcome them.
4. Highlights the importance of building and maintaining strong community ties to enhance the brand’s mission.
5. Offers insights for entrepreneurs on weaving sustainability and social responsibility into their business practices.

🎧 Dive deep into how fashion shapes our identities and drives our choices, both personally and professionally. 

Adding a chic twist to each episode, the ‘I Want Her Shoes Podcast’ is recorded in Anna’s stunning personal closet, strategically located near the vibrant Miami Design District. This unique setting not only provides a visually captivating backdrop but also embodies the spirit of fashion and innovation that the area is known for. 

📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube to get a glimpse of this one-of-a-kind Miami closet—it’s definitely worth the view!  https://www.youtube.com/@IWantHerShoesPodcast

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• Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwanthershoespodcast/
• Anna’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwanthershoes/ 
• Cynthia Lau’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cynthialinnet/ 
• Casa Lily’s  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/bycasalily/ 
• Casa Lily’s  Website: https://thecasalily.com/

​​In this insightful episode, we dive deep into the ramifications of new tariffs affecting the fashion industry, particularly those imported from China, Mexico, and Canada. While sharing the latest exciting updates from the fashion world, including store openings and collaborations, the episode focuses on how these economic measures are reshaping everything from production costs to consumer pricing and sustainability efforts in fashion.

👠 Key Moments: 

1. The new tariffs have introduced up to 25% in added costs on certain imports, prompting fashion brands to reevaluate their production and pricing strategies. This might lead to increased retail prices, affecting consumers directly.
2. Many brands are considering moving their production closer to home—either domestically or to nearby countries—to avoid the high tariffs and reduce costs, though such shifts require significant time and investment.
3. The tariffs also complicate the use of sustainable and organic materials, which are often imported and now subject to higher costs, potentially hindering eco-friendly practices within the fashion industry.
4. Despite economic challenges, the fashion scene remains vibrant with exciting developments like Manolo Blahnik’s new boutique in Miami and Zac Posen’s collaboration with Gap, showcasing the industry’s resilience.
5. The episode explores the need for fashion brands to adopt more resilient and flexible sourcing and production strategies to navigate the uncertain economic landscape created by tariffs.

Join us as we explore these complex dynamics and celebrate the ongoing creativity and resilience of the fashion industry in face of economic challenges.

📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube to get a glimpse of this one-of-a-kind Miami closet—it’s definitely worth the view!  https://www.youtube.com/@IWantHerShoesPodcast

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Sherrell Dorsey on Fashion, Tech, and Innovating in Miami

Welcome back to “I Want Her Shoes Podcast,” where style meets substance in every episode. Today, we’re thrilled to have Sherrell Dorsey with us, a dynamic force who melds fashion, technology, and sustainability into a powerful narrative that’s shaping our future. From her early days in the bustling fashion industry to her current role as the host of TED Tech, Sherrell’s journey is nothing short of inspirational.

👠 Key Moments:

• Sherrell discusses her transition from the fashion industry to a tech innovator, highlighting how her fashion sense has influenced her professional journey.
• Explore Sherrell’s insights on the intersections of AI, sustainability, and the future of work, and how these are influenced by her background in fashion and technology.
• Sherrell shares how Miami’s vibrant culture has woven into her work, influencing her projects and personal style.
• Gain a deeper understanding of how Sherrell uses her platform to discuss and drive changes in technology and sustainability through her role at TED Tech.

🎧 Tune In: Don’t miss this episode where we dive deep into the ways fashion and innovation intersect in Sherrell’s work. Listen to the full conversation on “I Want Her Shoes Podcast,” available now on all major podcast platforms.

Adding a chic twist to each episode, the ‘I Want Her Shoes Podcast’ is recorded in Anna’s stunning personal closet, strategically located near the vibrant Miami Design District. This unique setting not only provides a visually captivating backdrop but also embodies the spirit of fashion and innovation that the area is known for. 

📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube to get a glimpse of this one-of-a-kind Miami closet—it’s definitely worth the view!  https://www.youtube.com/@IWantHerShoesPodcast

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• Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwanthershoespodcast/
• Sherrell Dorsey’s Website: https://www.sherrelldorsey.com/ 
• Sherrell Dorsey’s LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherrelldorsey/ 
• Anna’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwanthershoes/ 

Join Amber Gordon as she steps into Anna Anisin’s closet, the creative force behind this influential series to chat about Anna’s personal and professional life. In this episode, we uncover the deep motivations behind the podcast and the balance Anna maintains between entrepreneurship, leadership, and motherhood. This special segment provides a platform for Anna to share her experiences and the strategic insights that have shaped her journey and the podcast.

👠 Key Moments:

• Anna shares the personal experiences and aspirations that led to the creation of “I Want Her Shoes Podcast,” aiming to intertwine her life lessons with the podcast’s themes
• Discover how the podcast aims to inspire and resonate with listeners through stories that blend personal insights with professional wisdom.
• Dive into Anna’s approach to leadership, especially how she adapts to the fast-evolving digital media landscape, ensuring her strategies are as dynamic as the tech world itself.
• Anna discusses how she balances her professional ambitions with being a mother, providing insights that many listeners will find relatable and empowering.
• Learn about the hurdles Anna has faced while in Silicon Valley and how these challenges have fueled her personal and professional growth.
• Anna reveals what’s next for the podcast and her excitement for upcoming projects and potential guest profiles that promise to enrich the listener’s experience.
  

🎧 Tune In: Join us for this intimate and inspiring episode to understand the intricate balance of life’s roles through Anna’s eyes. Listen to how she melds style, substance, and strategy in “I Want Her Shoes Podcast,” available now on all major podcast platforms and watch the engaging visual content on YouTube.

Adding a chic twist to each episode, the ‘I Want Her Shoes Podcast’ is recorded in Anna’s stunning personal closet, strategically located near the vibrant Miami Design District. This unique setting not only provides a visually captivating backdrop but also embodies the spirit of fashion and innovation that the area is known for. 

📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube to get a glimpse of this one-of-a-kind Miami closet—it’s definitely worth the view!  https://www.youtube.com/@IWantHerShoesPodcast

Follow us for more updates:

• Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwanthershoespodcast/
• Anna’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwanthershoes/ 
• Anna’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annaanisin/

Dive into the intricate world of fashion and business strategy on the latest episode of “I Want Her Shoes Podcast.” Join us as Melissa Pegus, a leader in investment and strategic advisory, shares how her personal style has evolved alongside her impressive career. From nurturing high-growth industries to guiding emerging tech ventures, Melissa’s approach to fashion is as strategic as her business moves.

👠 Key Moments:

• Melissa shares how her journey from the fashion industry to the investment world has influenced her professional and personal style.
• Gain insights into how strategic thinking in fashion can mirror and enhance business strategies.
• Learn about the role of personal branding in establishing credibility and fostering leadership in tech and investment sectors.
• SXSW fashion predictions – were they right? Find out in the next episode [: 

🎧 Tune In: Don’t miss this episode where style and substance converge to create success. Listen to Melissa Pegus discuss the strategic side of fashion in the business world on “I Want Her Shoes Podcast,” available now on all major podcast platforms.

Adding a chic twist to each episode, the ‘I Want Her Shoes Podcast’ is recorded in Anna’s stunning personal closet, strategically located near the vibrant Miami Design District. This unique setting not only provides a visually captivating backdrop but also embodies the spirit of fashion and innovation that the area is known for. 

📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube to get a glimpse of this one-of-a-kind Miami closet—it’s definitely worth the view!  https://www.youtube.com/@IWantHerShoesPodcast

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• Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwanthershoespodcast/
• Melissa Pegus’s Website: https://www.melissapegus.com/ 
• Melissa Pegus’s LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissapegus/ 

Anna’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwanthershoes/

Dive into the transformative world of Fatima Rosa on the latest episode of “I Want Her Shoes Podcast.” Discover Fatima’s inspiring journey from her global roots in Canada to making a significant local impact in Miami’s beauty industry. Join us as she shares how her family’s entrepreneurial spirit and her experiences in the corporate world influenced her to pioneer the first blow dry bar in Florida, expanding it into the thriving Face, Brow & Beauty Bar empire.

In this episode, Fatima discusses the challenges she faced during her transition from Canada to Miami, the evolution of her business, and how she integrates community service with her business ethos by supporting organizations like Best Buddies and United Way.

👠 Key Moments:

• Fatima reflects on the cultural transitions and the business hurdles she navigated to establish her beauty empire.
• Explore how sustainability and a focus on natural products are woven into the fabric of her business practices.
• Hear Fatima’s vision for the future of Face, Brow & Beauty Bar and her continued efforts to empower women through beauty and fashion.
• Bonus: Fun Louboutin story – and what girl doesn’t have one? 

Don’t miss this engaging episode where beauty meets business, and personal stories weave into professional successes. Tune in to learn more about the exciting convergence of beauty treatments and fashion aesthetics, reshaping the consumer experience.

👉 Watch the vibrant discussion on YouTube or listen on your favorite podcast platform as Fatima brings a touch of style and innovation to every conversation.

🎧 Tune In: Listen to the Full Conversation Don’t miss out on this engaging chat  where Fatima dives deep into the intersections of business, beauty, motherhood, and style.

Adding a chic twist to each episode, the ‘I Want Her Shoes Podcast’ is recorded in Anna’s stunning personal closet, strategically located near the vibrant Miami Design District. This unique setting not only provides a visually captivating backdrop but also embodies the spirit of fashion and innovation that the area is known for. 

📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube to get a glimpse of this one-of-a-kind Miami closet—it’s definitely worth the view!  https://www.youtube.com/@IWantHerShoesPodcast

VIP Launch Party

Join Us for the VIP Launch Party Celebrating International Women’s Day Month on, Friday March 12. This exclusive event will feature live interviews, previews of the podcast, and a chance to network with influential women in business and fashion. Request an invite

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• Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwanthershoespodcast/
• Fatima Rosa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatima.rosa.eh 
• Face. Brow & Beauty Bar: www.facebrowandbeautybar.com 
• Anna’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwanthershoes/