Founder of the brand GRAMMAR, Althea Simons is about as heart-centric and people-driven as designers come—not to mention she shares my love for editing in all forms, including defending the Oxford comma. Inspired by The Elements of Style by William Strunk, Jr. & E.B. White., GRAMMAR creates foundational elements of a modern minimalist wardrobe.

Among many things, we talk about how she is solving the “perfect white shirt” dilemma for all shapes & style personalities, the notion of collaboration over competition within the industry, and why producing ethically and locally was the obvious choice for her.

In the final installment of our three-part Nat Chat shopping series, we discuss box subscriptions and rental services: how they work, when they are useful, and when they create style discovery roadblocks.  

In part two of our three-part Nat Chat shopping series, we discuss the main types of in-store shopping experiences, the pros and cons of each, and strategies to support your in-store shopping experience and goals.  

In today’s Nat Chat, we discuss the vast world of online shopping: the current climate, the pros and cons, and my advice on how to make it less overwhelming and more focused to fit your needs.

Going back to work after maternity leave is a tough transition in and of itself. Add to that the logistical challenges for moms who are pumping. Today’s guest is Molly McKee-Seabrook, who founded Katie Jane Co—a clothing line of workwear for pumping moms—after she found herself with nothing professional to wear when she returned to her government office job after maternity leave.

The weather is changing, and a new season is here. Are you ready for it? Have you thought about how your existing wardrobe fits into your seasonal strategic planning? In today’s Nat Chat, we discuss why the first step to creating a smart and sustainable style strategy season after season isn’t shopping—it’s sorting through your closet. I will give you the questions you should ask and the process you should go through to help you avoid a “closet full of clothes with nothing to wear” syndrome. So pour yourself some coffee or wine, cue up your favorite playlist, listen to this episode, and get ready to sort through your fall wardrobe.

Is cost always an indicator of quality in clothing? Do you know where your money is going when you purchase from a brand? After understanding more about who owns brands and how the big conglomerates work versus independent brands, I’ve made a shift to prioritize my shopping values to support more small businesses and independent brands. In today’s episode, we pull back the curtain to help you understand who and what is profiting from your purchases and how apparel is priced.