Preppy Podcast

Episode 103- Jane Winchester

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jane Winchster Paradis is the designer behind Jane Win Jewelry, modern coin jewelry with meaning. Jane shares her journey in the fashion industry that...

Episode 102- Mary & Crew

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Mary Everard is an influencer based in Southern California who is elevating the everyday with whimsical interiors, vintage finds, travel & motherh...

Episode 101- Lemon Daisy Designs

05 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lemondaisy Design is created by artist Leslie Flanagan in her studio in Charlotte, NC. She sells hand-painted linens, canvas art and more to add color...

Episode 100 - Carly

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Carly Riordan started her blog The College Prepster her freshman year of college. Over the years her blog has evolved and grown with her throughout he...

Episode 99 - Nori

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Nori Press is the best steam iron wrinkle remover for clothes. Co-founder Annabel is disrupting the ironing industry with this genius invention th...

Episode 98 - Jollie

15 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jollie is the mindful movement brand with heart. They create beautiful yoga mats that for every purchase one is donated to pediatric cancer. Shop thei...

Episode 97 - Alexandra Williams

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Alexandra Williams creates beautiful watercolor art designs for the home, desk and more. Inspired by nature, a preppy lifestyle and travel. Shop her c...

Episode 96 - Meg Carter

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Inspired by nature's most beautiful treasures from the garden and the sea ... Meg Carter makes beautiful handcrafted jewelry for the woman of eff...

Episode 95 - Pamela Munson

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Pamela Munson makes chic handwoven straw accessories for the ages. Inspired by Pamela’s grandmother’s classic style the brand has been carried by ...

Episode 94 - Home Themed Home

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Alexandra is the owner of Homed Themed Home, the brand behind beautiful, preppy door hangers, pot stakes and more. Check out her beautiful door hanger...

Episode 93 - Bunny Bradley

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Juliann the designer behind the cosmetic and travel bag brand Bunny Bradley talks all about her journey in design and passion for American made produc...

Episode 92 - Oka-B

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Oka-B are shoes that love you! They make cute, comfy shoes for women right in the USA! They are made from recyclable and sustainable materials. Shop t...

Episode 91 - Canvas Style

18 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Canvas Style is designed by a woman for women. Owner, Michelle Shaw knows that when you look good, you feel good and is on a mission to help women fee...

Episode 90 - Addison Bay

11 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Marguerite Adzick is the founder of Addison Bay, a brand that believes activewear goes beyond the gym. The female operated brand uses their own experi...

Episode 89 - JCP Eats

21 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

J.C. Phelps is the creator behind JCP Eats. A blog where he shares his recipes and love for classic, southern food and all things Kentucky! Check out ...

Episode 88 - DC Graze

14 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Adrienne Gallagher is the owner of DC Graze is an artistic and immersive approach to swoon-worthy charcuterie boards, gummy trays and grazing tables. ...

Episode 87 - DomestiKated Life

07 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kate Bowler is the influencer and author behind DomestiKated Life where she shares her New England life, recipes and entertaining tips with others. Re...

Episode 86 - Megan Pincky

30 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Megan Pinckney Rutherford is the digital creator behind Shades of Pinck where she shares her daily life, the brands she loves and tips for styling you...

Episode 85 - Pencil & Paper Co.

23 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Gen Sohs is a veteran of both retail and interior design. Gen has cultivated a one-of-a-kind online shopping experience curating daily fashion and dé...

Episode 84 - Bauble Stockings

16 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Bauble Stockings hold, or contain a clue to, the final gift of Christmas, a grand finale to the holiday. Needlepointed for fair trade in Haiti. This i...

Episode 83 - Nicola Bathie

09 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

NICOLA BATHIE MCLAUGHLIN  is a TEXAS based designer. NICOLA GRADUATED FROM TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY IN 2013, MAJORING IN INTERIOR DESIGN. WITH A LO...

Episode 82 - Cartolina Nantucket

02 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Zoë Rosenberg is  the designer behind Cartolina Nantucket, a women's clothing brand inspired by a love for traveling, exploring, and the souven...

Episode 81 - Foxcroft

26 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

For over 30 years Foxcroft has been on a mission to craft clothing built on ease and polish. Their story begins with a single shirt and a vision, the ...

Episode 80 - Weezie

19 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Newly married and on the hunt for luxury towels, founder Liz had a lackluster experience finding the perfect ones so set out to modernize luxury, cust...

Episode 79 - Abbey Glass

12 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Designer Abbey Glass honed her signature aesthetic at Central Saint Martin’s and the Rhode Island School of Design. Inspired by 1960s icons the bran...

Episode 78 - The Grove & Clementine

05 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Meet Amanda and Meredith 2 of the 3 members behind the two boutiques in Winter Park, FL… The Grove and Clementine. The stores curate a beautiful sel...

Episode 77 - Maxwell & Geraldine

28 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Identical twins living on opposite coasts of the country, Beth and Kate started talking about the dresses missing from their closet so set out to make...

Episode 76 - Stylin’ Brunette

21 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Stylin Brunette was founded by Kristel Gonzaba, a San Antonio native who appreciates a themed dinner party and a good craft night. By day Kristel is d...

Episode 75 - India & Ivy

14 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ivy Pierce is an interior designer and founder behind the block print brand India & Ivy. With a love for textiles and a trip to India she fell in ...

Episode 74 - Meaghan Murphy

07 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Meaghan B Murphy is an author, editor, on-air personality, lifestyle and health expert and influencer, a home-hack master and certified trainer… she...

Episode 73 - Madcap Cottage

31 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Oliver Nixon is one half of the Madcap Cottage team. Him and his partner John Loecke storytell their world of whimsy, fun and prints through the...

Episode 72 - In The Curious Kitchen

24 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

MK Hennigan creates tasty bites and tipsy drink recipes inspired by her Southern roots and is launching a pimento cheese taken from her grandmother’...

Episode 71 - Gooseneck Vineyards

17 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Liana Buonanno had a career in finance but after a why not me moment decided to start Gooseneck Vineyards with her cousin. They produce wines from aro...

Episode 70 - Paige Minear

10 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paige Minear is the lifestyle influencer behind the blog The Pink Clutch where she shares her beautifully decorated home, vintage treasures, entertain...

Episode 69 - Lydia Menzies

03 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Lydia Menzies is an entertaining expert with a knack for adding memorable creative details to everything from large parties to smaller-scale celebrati...

Episode 68 - Rosanne Beck Collections & Madeleine Creative

27 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Meet the creative mother-daughter duo behind Rosanne Beck Collections and Madeleine Creative! Rosanne has a beautiful paper goods company where she pa...

Episode 67 - Lettermade

20 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Malia Palma started embroidering linens and napkins as an escape from her 9-5 but quickly it became a full time business with collaborations with icon...

Episode 66 - Holly Shae Designs

13 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Holly Jarvis creates resort style jewelry, clothing, accessories and home for the coastal chic. Discover how an interest in style, love for being by t...

Episode 65 - Victoria Dunn Design

06 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Victoria Dunn, originally from Canada married a southern gentleman, moved South and became obsessed with southern style and block print clothing! With...

Episode 64 - June St. George

29 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrate your bespoke life by designing your own rugs, pillows, and home decor! Interior designer Ally- Catherine created a brand that let’s you de...

Episode 63 - Gresham Jewelry

22 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Gresham Jewelry creates and curates jewelry that evokes effortless sophistication. Designer Gresham has always had a passion for designing and jewelry...

Episode 62 - Lucy Grymes

15 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Throw a paper party with Lucy Grymes! Lucy creates beautiful paper placemats and vase wraps for the ultimate hostess! A lover of entertaining but with...

Episode 61 - Bow & Sprig

08 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dana Browne was on the hunt for the perfect jewelry holder but couldn’t find one that checked all her boxes so she set out to design one herself! Fu...

Episode 60 - Breck & Grier

01 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Two sisters Breck & Grier set out to find a unique gift and the perfect beach bag… thus creating their own brand while they were still just in c...

Episode 59 - On Holiday

25 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Twin sisters Amanda and Megan created a collection of dresses with their brand On Holiday. We talk about their journey that led them to designing and ...

Episode 58 - Katy Garry Art

18 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Katy Garry is an artist based in Connecticut known for her happy, colorful art. An artist her whole life but with a career in fashion Katy’s art bri...

Episode 57 - Beth Ladd Collections

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Beth started her jewelry business as a side hustle while living in NYC and working in the interior design field. It quickly grew from a passion to a f...

Episode 56 - J. Wilkinson Chair Company

04 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When Jody Chaffee was looking for a gift for her daughters she came up with  an idea to customize and update some family chairs by recovering them an...

Episode 55 - Renwick Golf

27 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Frustrated by the lack of timeless, comfortable clothing for recreational golfers, sisters Pippa and Sarah set off to make a brand. Inspired by classi...

Episode 54 - Angie Avard Turner Law

20 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After almost 20 years in retail, 10 years in wholesale, and 5 years in licensing, Angie decided to give the people what they were asking for—an atto...

Episode 53 - Sandia Home

13 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sandia Home is a line of colorful, high-quality home furniture pieces designed in Ohio by two best friends with experience in interior design and a lo...

Episode 52 - Smith & Quinn

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kaeli Smith is the designer and print artist behind Smith & Quinn (formerly known as the brand Kaeli Smith) The brand is known for their beautiful...

Episode 51 - Liam Smith

30 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Midwesterner Kylie grew up on a farm and always had an interest in fashion and love for the Big Apple. Inspired by East Coast Charm and motivated by h...

Episode 50 - Club & Court

23 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Tennis teammates Laura and Kristin’s inspiration for Club & Court sprung from vintage tennis fashion and evolved to modern fabrics and silhouett...

Episode 49 - Honey + Hank

16 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Honey+Hank helps people celebrate the places and pastimes they love most with the designs with a wink, look closely because their beautiful prints act...

Episode 48 - SCOUT Bags

09 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

SCOUT is a Washington, DC-based brand founded by Deb Waterman Johns known for stylish, functional, affordable bags. Their versatile products are desig...

Episode 47 - Grace & James Kids

02 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Georgia Anne and Mary Agnes, founders and owners of Grace and James Kids, an online destination for children’s clothing. You’ll discover their cur...

Episode 46 - Southern Hospitality Co

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Meet Ashlyn Walters and Julie Pederson the mother-daughter team behind Southern Hospitality Co., an online shop for home decor, tabletop and paper goo...

Episode 45 - Line & Cleat

02 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What started as a brick an dmortart store for classic, preppy decor pieces morphed into a brand! Line + Cleat makes classic social accessories designe...

Episode 44 - Pearly Vine

26 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Heidi Ackley proves to us that fashion can come from anywhere, even Columbus Ohio. Being a mom can be a demanding job, and as then mother of four year...

Episode 43 - Duffield Lane

19 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Officially launched in 2014 but inspired by a lifetime love of the beach, boats and fun in the sun!  Designer and founder Jamie Duffield spent her li...

Episode 42 - Amy Believes in Pink

12 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Amy Littleson is the influencer behind the blog Amy Believes in Pink. Amy shares her journey from being accepted to her favorite school the University...

Episode 41 - Coton Colors

05 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Coton Colors by Laura Johnson is a celebratory brand taking cue from the lifestyle and interests of their Founding Artist and CEO, Laura Johnson and h...

Episode 40 - Very Vera

22 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Vera Stuart has cooked for many many individuals over the years, but one thing has remained, her legendary cooking. After graduating in 1974 from the ...

Episode 39 - Darling Down South

15 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Cynthia of Darling Down South has seen both sides of the country and struggled as to whether she was more Southern or Californian. After spending some...

Episode 38 - Pizzazzerie

08 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The south and the people who live there are known very well for two things, their food and their entertainment skills, and Courtney Whitmore of PIZZAZ...

Episode 37 - Certified Celebrator

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There is a little bit of magic in every memory you make! What started with a family tradition in Brittany Young’s house, grew into what is now, Cert...

Episode 36 - Holly Holden

24 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You can say that Holly Holden is THE connoisseur of classic interior design. Holly’s talent for interior design was inherited from her father’s Br...

Episode 35 - Nicole Speake

17 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Like any true southerner Nicole Speake loves color, monograms and patterns! She’s worked with hundreds of clients designing paper goods for parties ...

Episode 34 - For Pete’s Sake Pottery

10 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

As they always say, Mama’s will do anything and everything for their children. Susan, founder and owner of For Pete’s Sake Pottery, was tired of w...

Episode 33 - Dashing Trappings

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dashing Trappings is hoping to help you to bring a little pep and uniqueness to your home. Based in Winston-Salem, NC Dashing Trappings provides class...

Episode 32 - Hazen & Co.

27 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ever since the age of nine, Taylor Turner of Hazen & Co, has had a passion and an eye for jewelry-making. Taylor’s story starts from the ground ...

Episode 31 - Shannon Shipman

20 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In 2014, Shannon Shipman, owner of Shannon Shipman Art, was faced with a heartbreaking diagnosis of having the BRCA2 mutation. A diagnosis such as thi...

Episode 30 - Simply Jessica Marie

13 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Jessica Marie is known for her beautiful blue and white prints as well as her custom crests which are popular at weddings. After initially creating on...

Charleston Shoe Co.

06 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s world, it seems that as shoes grow prettier, they grow even more uncomfortable. With Charleston Shoe Co. you can have the best of both wo...

Episode 28 - William Grace

29 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Formerly an award winning broadcast television journalist, Carrie became intrigued by the entrepreneurial world. She’s been part of many successful ...

Episode 27 - Cabana Life

22 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

How much do you know about the level of protection in your clothes? Melissa from Cabana Life is sharing how important it is to protect your skin while...

Episode 26A - Emily McCarthy

16 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

After years of working in the paper and design industry Emily developed an online boutique of her own colorful monogrammed paper goods. With such popu...

Episode 25 - Evelyn Henson

08 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Painting is a celebration of life! What started off as a few art prints on Etsy has evolved into a colorful brand that has been featured in Glamour, D...

Episode 24 - Lauren Haskell Designs

01 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Lauren Haskell has always had a love for learning, creating and design. Although her degree is in occupational therapy Lauren started designing for fr...

Episode 23 - Sewcialite

25 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

While exploring Pinterest one day Roula discovered a rope basket and was inspired to create one herself. Today she’s made a whole side business of t...

Episode 22 - Jane Allen Designs

18 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Living in the south most of her life, Janie Dickson loved everything and anything heirloom and costume jewelry. With a passion for retail, Jane was on...

Episode 21 - Dress for Cocktails

12 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Leslie Dasch is the designer behind the accessory brand Dress for Cocktails, a line of interchangeable handbags, hats, belts, jewelry and more. Before...

Episode 20 - WH Hostesss

04 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kelly Lyden turned lemons into lemonade when she lost her job and started a lifestyle blog. That blog turned into a children’s party product line, a...

Episode 19 - AmyJo Original Hats

28 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

AmyJo designs bespoke and ready-to-wear hats for every occasion. With a love for hats, AmyJo decided to start making her own, after ordering materials...

Episode 18 - Belle of the Ball 45

21 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Abby Widger started in the blogging industry at just 14 years old! She talks about how she’s created an authentic readership by quite literally grow...

Episode 17 - Crab & Cleek

14 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Shea Mullen is the designer behind the brand Crab and Cleek, known for their canvas totes with preppy motifs. Shea shares her journey from studying th...

Episode 16 - Brown Bowen

07 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Lauren Bowen has always had the best dressed kids but after years of being a stay at home mommy she wanted something for herself. She sought out to ma...

Episode 15 - Giddy Paperie

30 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Leslie Chalfont is the owner, designer and artist behind Giddy Paperie, a brand that makes art part of the everyday! Leslie has been creating art for ...

Episode 14 - Top It Off

23 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Karena Rasser and Elizabeth Hoenscheid are the owners and designers of Top It Off Accessories! After a light bulb moment from the .com trend and a des...

Episode 13 - Smiling Button

16 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Caroline Leed started the baby and children’s brand Smiling Button right out of college! She had no design experience but grew up in a family of ent...

Episode 12 - Pink Colony

09 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Jessica Cameron is the owner of  Pink Colony, Vermont’s largest selection of Lilly Pulitzer. The boutique is known for ski, sun and preppy fun, bas...

Episode 10 - Sara Campbell

21 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sara Campbell began sewing before the age of 7 and has never stopped! We talk about how transformed her interest in the arts into a national brand wit...

Episode 9 - navyBLEU

19 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Erin Hornyak has always had a love of classic, preppy clothing and accessories in the shade of blue. After years of creating a successful family run h...

Episode 8 - Neely & Chloe

14 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The sister duo, Neely & Chloe Burch are sharing their story of how what started as a pop up retail idea turned into a successful line of handbags ...

Episode 7 - Jayes Studio

12 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Lalan Shrikam is the owner behind Jayes Studio, the colorful home accessory brand. Lalan shares his stories of growing up watching his parents create ...

Episode 6 - Haley & The Hound

07 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Booth Parker is the founder and designer behind Haley & the Hound, a preppy women’s clothing brand based on the North Carolina shore. Unlike man...

Episode 11 - Jackson Morgan

05 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Morgan Weinstock is the VP of Sales & Marketing at Jackson Morgan Southern Cream, a family business her father founded, inspired by his grandfathe...

Episode 5 - Simply Elsa

05 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Elsa Massey is the influencer behind Simply Elsa. Starting her blog less than a year ago she’s already grown an impressive following and partnered w...

Episode 4 - Lisi Lerch

30 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The queen of accessories! If you’ve been in a boutique, you’ve probably seen Lisi Lerch’s designs as she’s in 100s of boutiques across the cou...