Deadly Outfits, Dodgy Trends & The Career vs. Family Dilemma: Rebecca Handley on Fashion, Social Media & Millennial Life

“It’s not a question of if I want kids, but what’s the right career to support me having a family.” – Rebecca HandleyIs the fashion world really as glamorous as it looks on Instagram? Or is it a constant juggle between keeping up appearances, staying on-trend, and figuring out if your career fits the kind of life you want?In this stylish and insightful episode of Was Your Ma on Telly hosts Kelly and Amilia sit down with Dublin-born fashion buyer and content creator Rebecca Handley. We explore Rebecca's journey in the high-pressure fashion industry, the influence of social media on fashion, her experiences growing up in Dublin and navigating societal expectations around marriage and success. The show also tackles the sensitive topic of societal expectations regarding having children and offers a refreshing perspective on modern womanhood.Why You Should Listen:If you’ve ever felt the pressure to have it all ‘figured out’If you’re torn between the career you love and the future you wantIf social media makes you question your style, your path, or your paceIf you're craving an honest, funny, and real conversation about fashion, identity, and modern womanhoodYou’ll Also Walk Away With:Practical fashion tips (including capsule wardrobe gold)Insight into the world of fashion buyingThe truth about being a content creator in 2025A nostalgic trip down memory lane, with millennial flashbacks to 90s fashion (some iconic, some we'd rather forget)An honest look at what it’s really like for millennial women facing the big question: career or family — or is there a way to have both?Rebecca offers valuable fashion tips, including the importance of a capsule wardrobe, and shares humorous, nostalgic fashion memories. The conversation also dives into the influence of social media on fashion, the complexities of balancing a demanding career with the possibility of starting a family, and the pressures women face regarding parenthood.With honest discussions on the insider realities of both fashion buying and content creation, this episode is a delightful mix of humor, relatability, and valuable insights. Tune in to discover more about Rebecca’s chic fashion advice and her personal take on life’s balancing act. Follow Rebecca at @Rebecca_Handley on Instagram for more fashion inspiration.00:00 Welcome to the Madness! Meet Rebecca Handley01:04 Shopping Sprees & Style Hacks – Rebecca’s Best Fashion Tips03:09 Teenage Fashion Memories and How a Dublin Girl Made It in Fashion Buying14:05 Dodgy Trends We All Regret – Teenage Fashion Disasters20:15 Instagram vs Reality – How Social Media Shapes What We Wear28:57 Exploring Vintage Fashion29:45 Celebrity Style Influences32:00 What’s in, What’s Out – Fashion Trends You Need to Know35:47 Capsule Wardrobe 101 – How to Look Deadly with Less41:53 Career vs. Family – Can You Have It All?53:53 Advice to Our Younger Selves (That We’d Probably Ignore Anyway!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.