Soulful Couture Podcast
by Isabelle Lafleche
Soulful Couture is a weekly podcast about eco-fashion and beauty, and wellness. Its host, Isabelle Laflèche, is the author of several best-selling novels and books that address the issue of eco-fashion and beauty as well as health, and wellness. Isabelle is also the author of the Soulful Couture blog which inspires its readers to follow a more conscious lifestyle. Thanks for listening and for making the planet a better place.
Episodes
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Earth Month: Style with a Soul
In this special Earth Month episode of Soulful Couture, host Isabelle Lafleche invites you to explore the intersection of sustainability, style, and soulful living. Discover how your wardrobe choices can become a powerful expression of care—for yourself, your values, and the planet. From…
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An Interview with Yana Dales, Co-Founder & Creative Director · TAMGA Designs
An interview with Yana Dales, the co-founder and creative director of Tamga designs, a Canadian brand that has style and sustainability at heart. Yana discusses where she gets her creative ideas, the mission behind the brand and tips to live a more ecological and sustainable life.
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An interview with Bernard Harvey about waste reduction
In this interview with Bernard Harvey, the CEO of CBM Lighting, he shares how he managed to reduce, limit, and fit his family's waste for an entire year into a single bin. With the holidays fast approcahing, there are many important and practical tips shared in this interview that are essential…
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An interview with Philippe Choinière, co-founder of Oneka Elements
An interview with Philippe Choinière, the dynamic and energetic co-founder of Oneka Elements, a Canadian company that offers high quality personal care products. In this interview, we talk about the future of the cosmetics and personal care industry, the importance of protecting the planet and...
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Une Entrevue Avec Eve Noel de chez Rachel
Une entrevue avec Eve Noel, la general manager de Rachel, une entreprise de chez nous qui offre des collants éco-responsables de bonne qualité, des sous-vêtements et de jolies robes. Rachel supporte les femmes et de nombreuses initiatives sociales. Bref, c'est une entreprise qui fait du bien en...
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Entrevue avec Sylvie Boulet, experte capillaire en soins écologiques
Je partage cette entrevue avec la dynamique et pétillante Sylvie Boulet, coloriste et experte capillaire en soins écologiques et éthiques. Lors de cette entrevue, Sylvie nous partage son parcours inspirant et sa passion pour une chevelure saine, consciente et écologique. Une femme engagée qui a à...
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Entrevue Avec Julie Rochefort, fondatrice de Message Factory
Écoutez notre entrevue avec la pétillante Julie Rochefort, fondatrice de Message Factory, une entreprise florissante de vêtements éco-responsables d'ici avec un rayonnement international. La devise de Message Factory: "Nous vêtir, nourrir notre âme et protéger notre planète est notre mission."…
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Une entrevue avec Édéenne, une joaillière Canadienne à Paris
Une entrevue avec Édéenne, une joaillière Canadienne basée à Paris. Elle partage son parcours inspirant et nous parle de ses pièces de grande beauté inspirées par la nature, la magie, les fées, et l'histoire. Seule Canadienne à faire de la Haute Joaillerie dans le monde, Édéenne a été reconnue...
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Entrevue avec Mélissa Bolduc de Melow
Je partage cette entrevue avec la pétillante Mélissa Bolduc de Melow, une marque éco-responsable locale qui porte une attention particulière à l'environnement. Mélissa Bolduc est une femme de coeur. Native de Matane, elle a crée Melow, une griffe fabriquée au Canada, et qui, autant que possible,...
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Une entrevue avec Jean-Loup Rebours de Thalie Paris
Je partage ma plus récente découverte: Thalie Paris: une marque de maroquinerie de luxe française fondée par la Québécoise Nathalie Dionne et portée par une vision lyrique de la mode et une mission essentielle: aider mère nature à refleurir. Les sacs sont fabriqués à partir de matières…
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Shopping Conscient, Comment Y Arriver?
Alors que le printemps est à nos portes, on a peut-être envie de nouvelles tenues festives et colorées. Mais saviez-vous que 60% des vêtements sont jetés dans l'année de leur achat? Je vous invite à écouter cet épisode solo où je parle de mode et shopping conscient.
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Entrevue avec Isabelle Cloutier, créatrice de MUJO
Une entrevue avec la pétillante Isabelle Cloutier: coach, entrepreneure nomade et créatrice de la marque éco-responsable MUJO. Isabelle nous partage son parcours, des conseils pour vivre une vie trépidante empreinte de liberté. Elle nous parle aussi de son lifestyle inspirant.
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Interview with Gabriella Salvi, founder of Wearshop
An interview with Gabriella Salvi, the talented founder of Wearshop.ca, an online brand of ethically created bags made of sourced surplus leathers from the finest mills in Italy. During our conversation, you will feel Gabriella's passion for all things made with fine craftsmanship.
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Interview/ Entrevue with Elle Canada Editor-in-Chief Joanie Pietracupa ( IN FRENCH)
Joanie Pietracupa is the Editor-In-Chief of Véro Magazine, Elle Québec and Elle Canada. She has a terrific personality and is a leader in the body positive movement. During our interview, she shares her views about the beauty & fashion industry, the impact fashion magazines have on women, and the...
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An episode about toxic fast fashion brand SHEIN
In this solo episode I talk about the toxic effects of fast fashion, particularly the brand SHEIN, a brand that creates a tremendous amount of waste on this planet through its plastic individual packaging, the cheap quality of its fabrics and its lack of transparency. 80 billion garments are…
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An Interview with Antoinette Di Carlo
Born and raised in Montreal, Antoinette Di Carlo was immersed into fashion at a very young age. She learned how to hand stitch at the tender age of eight, and from then on, the rest was history. Her undying passion to create one of a kind works of art only made it a natural inclination to become…
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An interview with Andrew McNally
Andrew McNally is a multi-talented Montreal stylist and art director. He also teaches at Lasalle College and is a fashion columnist. Moreover, he's a champion of local design, and bolsters the local fashion landscape with his passion and love of the local industry. He supports many important…
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An interview with Sandra Parker, founder of Justine Haines
Sandra Parker is a Montreal-based entrepreneur and fashion lover. She's the founder of Justine Haines, a collection of period panties for women who are looking for a sassy and eco conscious alternative to traditional women's hygiene products that polute our planet. She's passionate and...
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An Interview with Dominique La Roche ( in French)
An Interview with Dominique La Roche, the managing director of Adrianna Espace Collectif, a collective whose mission is to contribute to the essential needs of the individual so that he can flourish and thrive. Adrianna Espace Collectif is first and foremost a food bank in the Centre Sud district...
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Une entrevue avec Karine Ganga Cloutier (FRENCH)
Karine Ganga Cloutier est une professeure de yoga et de danse qui a aussi comme mission de protéger notre belle planète. Elle nous parle de sa participation dans la Mission 1000 tonnes, une mission importante qui ramasse des déchets le long de nos cours d'eau. Elle parle aussi de sa marque de...
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Mission de Vie: comment combattre sa résistance
Nous sommes dans une période de grands changements. Vous avez une importante mission de vie à réaliser. Elle vous attend. Comment faire pour traverser la procrastination? Dance ce podcast, je partage 8 conseils. Bonne écoute!
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Interview/Entrevue Cynthia Boucher Vêtements Mandala ( in FRENCH)
Une entrevue avec Cynthia Boucher, la fondatrice des vêtements Mandala, une entreprise florissante dont les vêtements sont fabriqués 100% localement. Sa devise? Vous êtes magnifique - You are beautiful! Aussi, ils offrent des tailles XXS-3X! ❤️ On parle de l'industrie de la mode, d'image de Soi…
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An interview with Adria Tennor
Adria Tennor is an American actress, writer, and director. She's best known for her work in the film The Artist, as well as the television series Greek, Mad Men, and Mad Dogs. In this episode, we talk about writing, creativity, vintage clothes and the importance of going for your dreams.
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An interview with author Karina Kennedy
About the author: Karina Kennedy is a romantic writer and a restless spirit. Growing up in Florida, she cheated her Choose Your Own Adventure books by keeping fingers stuck in the pages so she could change her mind. Who wants only one adventure? Karina is inspired by strong, creative women in all...
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An interview with Montreal designer Katrin Leblond
Katrin Leblond lives and works in Montreal, a city known for its sense of style. She is renowned for her artfully embellished dresses and jackets, as well as for her brilliant twists on standard cuts. Katrin began her 20-year career as a textile designer. Beginning in 2004 she brought those...
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An interview with Helena Asselien of Willow & Finigan
An interview with inspirational entrepreneur Helena Asselien about her clean beauty brand Willow & Finigan. All of her products are made with natural ingredients and much love. Helena is lively, kind and just like her delicious smelling products, natural and inviting. Do listen in on our...
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An interview with Jennifer Brodeur of JB Skin Sävvi
Jennifer Brodeur is an inspiring female entrepreneur, a champion of sustainable beauty and holistic living. She's also down to earth and loves to share beauty tips. Her business is built upon four main principles: the sustainable consumption of beauty products, a holistic, healthy way of living…
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An Interview with Tess, leading founder of Love Stories Bali
An interview with the energetic Tess, the leading founder of Love Stories Bali, a social enterprise educating disadvantaged children through the creation of sustainable garments and local design. Love Stories Bali is all about style, as well as supporting local causes while nourishing the earth…
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Interview with Lottie Bertello of Loti
An interview with L.A. based and Peru native, Lottie Bertello, who is about to launch something pretty amazing: a sustainable brand by the name of Loti, which offers gorgeous designs made entirely of recycled men's shirts. I came across her designs on a sustainable Facebook group and was...
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Interview with Marilyn Armand of Le Point Visible
An interview with Marilyn Armand: the happy, talented, super inspiring eco-activist behind Le Point Visible, a creative brand making locally sourced and ecologically responsible gorgeous quilts and home accessories. The designer makes stunning colourful quilts that are imbued with personality and...
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Interview with Vandana Bhandare, founder of Vanaras
An interview with the ultra-inspiring Bangalore based fashion and sustainability enthusiast, Vandana Bhandare, whose jaw dropping sustainable fashion line, Vanaras, made my heart stop. Do listen in while she talks about her craft, what truly inspires her, and her journey in creating Vanaras. Her...
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Interview With Melanie Trevett
Join me for an interview with passionate and dynamic UK fashion entrepreneur Melanie Trevett, about her current projects involving fashion sustainability and a great talk about the status of the fashion industry.
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Entrevue avec Chantal Durivage de Reluxe
*Interview in French* Une entrevue avec Chantal Durivage, la présidente du conseil du Chaînon à propos de la vente annuelle Reluxe qui a lieu jusqu'à la fun du mois de sptembre au bénéfice de la Maison du Chaînon, un centre pour les femmes en difficulté. On peut y faire des trouvailles...
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Interview with Molly Lambourn of Sophie Stokes
Molly Lambourn is a talented artist and slow jewelry designer from the UK. I had the pleasure of interviewing her about her craft, her passions and sustainability in fashion. Her brand, Sophie Stokes, offers beautiful bespoke quirky designs. Inspired by retro patterns, iconic women and bold…
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An interview with Marsha Elle
Marsha Elle is a singer/songwriter, bionic model ( amputee), and amazing motivational speaker wishing to deliver messages of hope through music. Marsha Elle was born with proximal femoral focal deficiency (PFFD), a rare birth defect in which the femur bone in the upper thigh area is either...
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Entrevue avec Rose Guillemette (in French)
Cette jeune entrepreneure de 21 ans dessine des vêtements de sport (maillots de bain, sandales) fabriqués à partir de fibres de plastique recyclé, provenant de bouteilles d'eau et des filets de pêche qui menacent notre vie aquatique Son atelier/entrepôt est basé près de Victoriaville, dans le...
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An Interview with Amanda Weil
Amanda Weil is a personal stylist, confidence catalyst and a conscious image consultant. From closet organization to daily looks to coordinating a brand new wardrobe and image, to matching colors and chakras, she helps people connect with their true essence. Her website: http://accentuatedstyle.com
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An interview with Jennifer L. Scott
Jennifer L. Scott is the New York Times bestselling author of Lessons from Madame Chic, At Home with Madame Chic and Polish Your Poise with Madame Chic (Simon & Schuster), Mademoiselle Chic (Daiwa Shobo), and Connoisseur Kids (Chronicle Books). She is also the creator of the blog and YouTube...
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An interview with Steven Bethell of Bank & Vogue
As co-founder of the Bank and Vogue family of companies, Steven has been a thought leader and pioneer in the post-consumer textile space for over 20 years. He has dedicated his work life to innovative and relevant solutions to the crisis of stuff. Bank and Vogue actively works with over 250...
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An interview with Annie Langlois
Co-founder and president of MyVirtualYoga.com Annie Langlois is a certified yoga instructor (Hatha, Vinyasa, Kundalini) and breathwork teacher. She's an entrepreneur, best-selling author, mentor, and the creator behind the Living Yoga Mala line of jewellery. She divides her time between Bali and...
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An interview with jewelry designer Charlotte Hosten
Charlotte Hosten is a jewelry and accessories designer who offers her clients fantasy and feminity. Her famous fabric necklaces have reversed the usual cycle of dressing up. Women tend to wear a Charlotte Hosten jewel as the base for the outfit : creating an original look around the necklace.…
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An interview with Elizabeth L. Cline
Elizabeth L. Cline is a journalist, public speaker, and the author of Overdressed: The Shockingly High Cost of Cheap Fashion, and the much-anticipated follow-up book, The Conscious Closet: A Revolutionary Guide to Looking Good While Doing Good. Her writing has appeared in The Los Angeles Times…
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An interview with Léonie Daignault-Leclerc
Léonie is a highly passionate, engaging and creative woman. Her fashion designer career began at the age of 12, while she was creating made-to-measure garments for herself and her customers. Today, she holds a college diploma in Fashion Design, a bachelor in Fashion Merchandising and a Master of...
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An interview with Marie-Geneviève Cyr
Marie-Geneviève Cyr is an assistant professor in the BFA Fashion Design program at Parsons School of Design in New York. She has an MA in Visual Culture/Fashion Theory from New York University, a BA in Design and Applied Arts from the Edinburgh College of Art and a degree in Fashion Design from…
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An Interview with Kelly Drennan
Kelly Drennan is a systems thinker, social entrepreneur, thought leader, disruptor and collaborator who is devoted to making change within the fashion industry. She is the executive director of Fashion Takes Action, a non profit organization, and producer of the #WEAR conference in Toronto. Join…
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Sol Deharnais is the creator of gorgeous accessories, Sol Designs.
Sol Deharnais is the creator of gorgeous accessories, Sol Designs. His creations are made with recycled materials and his business thrives on giving back to the community, by working with people who have mental health challenges. He is also very soulful, and into yoga and meditation.
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An Interview with Chloe Barcelou, stylist, artist, and set designer
Chloe Barcelou is supremely creative, and lives in one of the most beautiful tiny houses I have ever seen! She shares her tips on how to live a creative life, to transition into a tiny home and the best pieces to incorporate into a capsule wardrobe.
About this show
Soulful Couture is a weekly podcast about eco-fashion and beauty, and wellness. Its host, Isabelle Laflèche, is the author of several best-selling novels and books that address the issue of eco-fashion and beauty as well as health, and wellness. Isabelle is also the author of the Soulful Couture blog which inspires its readers to follow a more conscious lifestyle. Thanks for listening and for making the planet a better place.
Hosted by
Isabelle Lafleche