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EPISODE · Mar 3, 2025 · 15 MIN

Fashion Philosophy - Live Every Day Like a Special Occasion!

from Off the Hanger · host Emma Lightbown

Welcome to this week's episode where we're chatting with Isabel De Sousa, the creative force behind Akalia. Isabel takes us through her fascinating journey from selling bikinis in college to establishing her own fashion brand in 2020. Her story is one of passion and purpose, with Akalia embracing philanthropy and slow fashion.Isabel shares her personal style philosophy, advocating for dressing well every day as a form of self-expression. She believes elegance isn't about money but about how you carry yourself. Her insights into fashion investment highlight the importance of quality basics, while she critiques fast fashion for its lack of durability.We also explore wardrobe organisation, with Isabel offering practical tips on decluttering and using platforms like Poshmark and eBay. Her love for versatile pieces, especially blazers, is evident as she describes styling them for various occasions.Find more of Isabel here:www.akaliaofficial.com✅ Stay Connected With Me:👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmalightbown/👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offthehangerofficial👉 TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@offthehangerofficial👉 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/offthehangerofficial/👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561529271157==============================

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