{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/5feb661e215cba0b2468936d/606dcdd88f9f7c091565618a?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Styling Wendy Williams and the Future of Fashion: A Conversation with Willie Sinclair","description":"<p>In this episode, host Shelbi Jones virtually sits down with <strong>Willie Sinclair</strong>, a fellow Midwesterner and Lead Wardrobe Stylist for the Emmy-nominated <strong>The Wendy Williams Show</strong>. Willie shares his journey into the fashion world, how he became the go-to stylist for one of daytime TV’s biggest shows, and the importance of inclusivity in the fashion industry.</p><p><br></p><p>Willie’s impressive portfolio includes work featured in major publications like <strong>The New York Times Magazine</strong>, <strong>W Magazine</strong>, <strong>Variety</strong>, and <strong>The Wrap</strong>. He was most recently profiled in <strong>PAPER Magazine</strong> in the article “<strong>The Stylist Who Got Wendy Wearing Telfar and Dapper Dan</strong>.” During our conversation, Willie discusses the moment he realized fashion was his calling, his favorite brands right now, and how he sees the future of fashion evolving.</p><p><br></p><p>Topics discussed in this episode:</p><ul><li><strong>Willie's journey to becoming a stylist:</strong> The challenges and milestones of breaking into the fashion industry</li><li><strong>Inclusivity in fashion:</strong> How the industry can embrace more diverse voices and perspectives</li><li><strong>The Wendy Williams Show:</strong> Behind-the-scenes stories of styling Wendy Williams and her iconic looks</li><li><strong>Fashion brands to watch:</strong> Willie shares his current favorites in the industry</li><li><strong>Future of fashion:</strong> His vision for where the industry is headed and his career aspirations</li></ul><p><br></p><p>This episode is a must-listen for fashion enthusiasts, aspiring stylists, and anyone interested in the fashion world's intersections of style, media, and inclusivity.</p><p><br></p><p>✨ <strong>Connect with Willie Sinclair:</strong></p><p>Follow Willie’s journey and fashion insights on Instagram <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/williesinclair/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@WillieSinclair</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>Join the Define Normal community:</p><p>Follow Shelbi on <a href=\"https://definenormal.substack.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Substack</a> for weekly reflections and updates during the off-season.</p><p>Stay connected with Define Normal on <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/definenormal/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>Get in touch! Email us at definenormalpod@gmail.com or leave a voice memo <a href=\"https://open.acast.com/networks/60076878795a1c638da17b35/shows/5feb661e215cba0b2468936d/episodes/memo.fm/definenormal\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here</a>. Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show—your support means everything!</p>","author_name":"Shelbi Jones"}