{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65675c71c3ca8a0012804645/68e6d063de9a2a62c4db0056?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"1889: The Economics of Style and Fashion: How to Find Quality in a World of Cheap Clothing","description":"<p>If you’ve been shopping lately, you’ve probably noticed — clothes cost <em>a lot</em> more than they used to. Inflation has hit fashion hard, but the quality? Not so much. From fast fashion to high-end brands, shoppers are wondering: why are we paying more for pieces that don’t seem to last?</p><p><br></p><p>To help us make sense of it all — and learn how to shop smarter — I’m joined by stylist <strong>Amy Salinger</strong>, founder of <a href=\"http://www.styleMethodco.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>StyleMethod</strong></a><strong>®</strong>. (Catch me on her <a href=\"https://stylemethodco.com/podcasts/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">podcast</a>!)</p><p><br></p><p>Self-taught and style-obsessed, Amy built her career on the belief that great style isn’t innate — it’s intentional. Her signature method has helped hundreds of clients align how they look with who they truly are, across all body types, lifestyles, and life stages. After more than a decade working one-on-one with clients in New York City, she took her business fully online, bringing expert styling support to high-achieving people everywhere.</p><p><br></p><p>Through StyleMethod®, Amy helps clients reclaim their reflection — with shoulders back, chin up, and confidence fully activated. Because as she puts it, great style isn’t about trends or impressing others — it’s about showing up for yourself.</p><p><br></p><p>Today, we’ll talk about the real reasons fashion prices have skyrocketed, how to think about <em>cost per wear</em>, and Amy’s best tips for saving money on style — from end-of-season sales to discount treasure hunts and wardrobe investments that actually pay off.</p>","author_name":"Farnoosh Torabi"}