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40. Brooks Reitz | Garden and Gun Capsule Apr 04, 2020

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Garden & Gun and Capitol partnered on this What We Wore podcast capsule because collectively, we believe that great storytelling is important now more than ever. In support one of Charleston's most beloved restaurateurs, Brooks Reitz, we are re-releasing this episode as part of our capsule. Laura sat down with Brooks at the Garden & Gun offices in Charleston for the original recording and discussed everything from Brooks’ rise through the restaurant ranks to their shared experience working with a professional coach.

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39. Dave DiBenedetto, Editor in Chief, Garden and Gun | Garden and Gun Capsule Apr 02, 2020

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Garden & Gun and Capitol partnered on this What We Wore podcast capsule because we believe that great storytelling is important now more than ever. Our first episode features Garden & Gun Editor in Chief, Dave DiBenedetto. It is no surprise that Dave DiBenedetto is one of the most compelling storytellers in the business and his lively journey from the South to New York and back provides moments of rich meaning and many laughs. Laura and Dave also discuss the 2008 recession, which provides great resonance and inspiration amidst the continued Covid-19 crisis.

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38. Charlotte Lucas | Design Dreams Mar 21, 2020

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Charlotte Lucas is an acclaimed interior designer often highlighted in design magazines from House Beautiful to Elle Décor. Charlotte is a dear friend of Capitol and her firm is based nearby in Charlotte, North Carolina. Laura and Charlotte sat down after the Cara Cara launch dinner party that Charlotte co-hosted to talk interior design, growing teams, and hard work without complaint.

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37. Cara Cara | Founders and Friendship Mar 17, 2020

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Laura Vinroot Poole and the teams at Poole Shop and Capitol were thrilled to help launch emerging brand, Cara Cara, in Charlotte on a lovely evening this spring -- their gorgeous launch dinner was a bright light in the midst of a trying time. The three co founders of Cara Cara are charming, talented, and vibrant, and this conversation takes a lively look at their entrepreneurial journey and the friendship behind it.

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36. Laura Vinroot Poole and Scott Newkirk | Fall Market Round Up Mar 14, 2020

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In this episode, Laura Vinroot Poole and creative director Scott Newkirk discuss the recent Paris market, the state of the industry, and the bright (pink!) days to come.

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35. Jane Pendry, Dovima | Chapters of a Life in Fashion Mar 10, 2020

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In honor of Jane's return to Capitol Charlotte this month, we are re-releasing her fascinating episode. Jane Pendry has lived a fashion fairytale starting her career in publishing at WWD and British Vogue, then onto major houses in Europe such as Yves Saint Laurent and Givenchy, and eventually creating her own coveted brand that is a favorite of our clients for its tailored shapes and beautiful fabrics. Jane's story teaches us all the value of creating your own path and the beauty that comes with many different chapters and experiences.

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34. Meredith German, Bienen Davis | Love of the Craft Mar 03, 2020

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In this episode, Laura speaks with dear friend and designer Meredith German -- Meredith's entertaining tales of her childhood spent at the iconic Greenbrier Hotel progress into a colorful journey through the fashion industry as a designer for Marc Jacobs, Draper James, Reed Krakoff, and now, heritage brand Bienen Davis. There is much to learn through Meredith's experience from her decision to shutter her namesake collection to her latest chapter re-imagining a storied brand.

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33. Barbara Tfank | The Intersection of Fashion and Hollywood Feb 25, 2020

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In this episode, we learn more about Barbara Tfank's fascinating journey from costume design to fashion design. Most notably, we learn how Barbara paved the way for designers to dress and design for celebrities, which is now an enormous part of the fashion industry. Barbara's iconic creations have been worn by Uma Thurman, Adele, Michele Obama, and many more, on their most monumental occasions.

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32. Vivian Howard | A Culinary Tale Feb 18, 2020

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Laura and Vivian sit down together in the months leading up to the launch of her new show, South by Somewhere, the opening of her two new restaurants in Charleston, South Carolina, and the debut of her new cookbook. Vivian shares her journey from North Carolina to New York and back home again as she prepares to expand into new markets with the release of her latest projects.

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31. Stacey Platt, Holistic Healing Guide | Wellness Miniseries Feb 11, 2020

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In this special miniseries, Laura explores ideas around wellness with experts in the field. The final episode of the series features holistic healing guide, Stacey Platt, who is a beloved member of the extended Capitol family. She is based in Los Angeles and visits Charlotte several times a year to work with our clients. This episode explores Stacey's unique journey from MBA student to professional organizer and now living into her calling as a healer. There is so much to learn from Stacey about finding purpose through joy, living into our own lives rather than into the expectations others project, and so much more.

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