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EPISODE · Sep 25, 2025 · 15 MIN

From Thrift to Runway: Reinventing Fashion Through Sewing & Sustainability

from Discover Virginia Podcast · host Joseph Trahan

What does it take to turn raw passion into an international fashion career, while also building businesses that transform lives through wellness and sustainability? In this episode, Sonya Z. Phillips shares how she went from a self-taught seamstress to showcasing at New York Fashion Week, founding the Volo Fashion Show in Ghana, and co-owning a thriving wellness spa. Sonya’s story is proof that fashion isn’t just about what you wear—it’s about how you live, how you care for yourself, and how you impact the world around you. Whether you’re a creative, entreprenuer, or simply someone looking for inspiration to chase your own dreams, this conversation will leave you rethinking what’s possible. To learn more visit: https://www.sonyazphillips.com/ Who should we interview next? Support the show Discover Virginia Beach Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2206204  Discover Virginia Beach Fb Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/discovervirginiabeach

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