S7 Ep33 ARBELA CAPAS: fashion writer, content creator and podcaster - on taking fashion and style seriously, New York Fashion Week, and her vintage treasures.

S7 Ep33 ARBELA CAPAS: fashion writer, content creator and podcaster - on taking fashion and style seriously, New York Fashion Week, and her vintage treasures.

Author: Emily Stochl October 23, 2023 Duration: 51:48

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Today's episode is with Arbela Capas, who is a writer, content creator and podcaster based out of Cleveland. You might know her for her newsletter and podcast, The Changing Room (PS: go ahead and subscribe right now, because you'll hear me as a guest on there in a couple of weeks!) where she discusses all things vintage style, interior design, art and more. 

In today's episode, we talk about the pleasure of taking fashion and style seriously, vintage pieces she's picked up recently, New York Fashion Week, and much more. 

It's a really fun one, so let's dive right in! 

DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE:

  • [2:41] Growing up in Lithuania, Arbela often visited thrift stores and flea markets with her mom on the weekend.
  • [9:59] Taking fashion and style seriously – and caring about fashion, without it being intimidating. 
  • [15:39] Personal style philosophies. 
  • [17:31] On New York, and Fashion Week. 
  • [30:32] Arbela's favorite vintage & secondhand spots.
  • [33:10] On "embellished messiness" and accessorizing.
  • [39:22] And some favorite vintage pieces.

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Every week, Emily Stochl invites you into a conversation that goes far beyond the clothing rack. Pre-Loved Podcast with Emily Stochl is built on the idea that every second-hand garment has a past, and that exploring those histories makes our present style more meaningful. Rather than just offering shopping tips, each episode feels like sitting down with a fascinating friend who shares your passion for vintage, digging into the many layers of what it means to wear pre-owned fashion. You’ll hear from a diverse range of guests-from collectors and stylists to entrepreneurs and historians-as they explore not only personal style but also the practicalities of running a resale business, the complexities of the global second-hand market, and the environmental ethos behind choosing used over new. The heart of this podcast lives in those incredible stories: the serendipitous flea market find, the garment that carries a decade of memories, or the simple, powerful act of giving a piece a new life. Emily guides these discussions with genuine curiosity, making each topic accessible whether you're a seasoned thrifter or just curious about sustainable fashion. It’s a thoughtful, engaging look at how what we wear connects to culture, art, beauty, and the kind of mindful consumption that can reshape an industry. Tune in for a fresh perspective that celebrates the character, sustainability, and deep personal connection found in pre-loved fashion.
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