The Curated Podcast Kendall Becker

Frances is always one of my favorite people to run into at a press event–she's down-to-earth, kind, and one of the most hardworking writers that I know. Case in point, with her first book newly released, this was the perfect time for her to share her story with you. Frances was born and raised in Puerto Rico and is now based in New York where she's worked with Refinery29, The Cut, Rolling Stone, and more. Now, she's adding author to her list of accomplishments as her first book Little Book of Bottega Veneta: The Story of the Iconic Fashion House recently hit shelves. In the episode, we chat about the process of writing a book, the history of Bottega Veneta, her journey within the media industry, and her takes on staying grounded through it all.



Get a copy for yourself here! And follow Frances on Instagram.



About The Curated Podcast:

Join Kendall Becker, New York City-based fashion editor & trend forecaster, as she connects with global creatives across luxury fashion, hospitality, and wellness to uncover the purpose, passion, and inspiration behind a guest's life path and showcase that unconventionality can be the perfect curation, too.



Plus, head to YouTube for travel videos, and stay up-to-date in-between episodes by following along on Instagram and TikTok. 



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At the start of each year, I curate a presentation for my trend forecasting clients on the most important macro-trends + aesthetics that are set to influence the year ahead. While we're still early in 2024 (and Fashion Month is just kicking off), I thought this would be the perfect opportunity to share these fashion + beauty trends with you, too! This presentation was presented for Trendalytics and features the platform's search and social media data to help back up the overall forecast.



Whether you're planning your own shopping list or putting final touches on your design plan this season, I hope you find this bonus episode helpful!



About The Curated Podcast:

Join Kendall Becker, New York City-based fashion editor & trend forecaster, as she connects with global creatives across luxury fashion, hospitality, and wellness to uncover the purpose, passion, and inspiration behind a guest's life path and showcase that unconventionality can be the perfect curation, too.



Plus, head to YouTube for travel videos, and stay up-to-date in-between episodes by following along on Instagram and TikTok. 



The Curated World on YouTube: ⁠@kendall.becker⁠

The Curated Podcast’s IG: ⁠@thecuratedbykendall ⁠

Kendall’s IG: ⁠@kendall_becker ⁠

TikTok: ⁠@kendall.becker

In the midst of their own healing and self-care journeys, Lauren and Lacey found each other and a shared desire for creating a space for community and calmness in a city (and society) that so naturally leans towards chaos. After years of sourcing experts practitioners, ideating the perfect modern-yet-welcoming aesthetic, and curating an offering of best-in-market products, Sage + Sound was born. The space offers tried-and-true self-care rituals like manicures and facials but also allows client to dive deeper into the realm of wellness, too––cue astrology workshops, energy healing, sound baths, and more. So, you may not have to book that trip to Bali after all––a ride on the Q train up to the Upper East Side may scratch your spiritual itch; plus, they have a slew of online offerings for those who aren’t in New York City. 



About The Curated Podcast:

Join Kendall Becker, New York City-based fashion editor & trend forecaster, as she connects with global creatives across luxury fashion, hospitality, and wellness to uncover the purpose, passion, and inspiration behind a guest's life path and showcase that unconventionality can be the perfect curation, too.



Plus, head to YouTube for travel videos, and stay up-to-date in-between episodes by following along on Instagram and TikTok. 



The Curated World on YouTube: ⁠@kendall.becker⁠

The Curated Podcast’s IG: ⁠@thecuratedbykendall ⁠

Kendall’s IG: ⁠@kendall_becker ⁠

TikTok: ⁠@kendall.becker

So, you want to find the balance of clean, good-for-you-and-the-environment products that are equally as luxurious as their synthetic counterparts? When it comes to fragrance, look no further than Vahy. Developed in Melbourne, Australia by Anna Weatherlake & Kate Macdonald, the duo set out to create an array of 100% natural, transparently-made perfumes––as you can expect, there's a reason why products like these are so rare in the market. After years of trial and error, Vahy hit the market––and there's so much more to come. Tune in to hear their journey, the importance of clean living from your beauty products to household goods, and what's next for the brand.



About The Curated Podcast:

Join Kendall Becker, New York City-based fashion editor & trend forecaster, as she connects with global creatives across luxury fashion, hospitality, and wellness to uncover the purpose, passion, and inspiration behind a guest's life path and showcase that unconventionality can be the perfect curation, too.



Plus, head to YouTube for travel videos, and stay up-to-date in-between episodes by following along on Instagram and TikTok. 



The Curated World on YouTube: ⁠@kendall.becker⁠

The Curated Podcast’s IG: ⁠@thecuratedbykendall ⁠

Kendall’s IG: ⁠@kendall_becker ⁠

TikTok: ⁠@kendall.becker

Last summer in Los Angeles, I found Hannah's classes at Carrie's Pilates and immediately resonated with her tough-yet-positive approach to fitness, her social media presence that uplifts food freedom and listening to your body, and her journey from stepping away from a draining "dream job" in the entertainment industry to a path in fitness that actually aligned with her values. While Hannah teaches at some of the most coveted studios in LA (Carrie's, Heimat, Heated Room), she also offers her own digital fitness program "Sweat With Hannah" to access no matter where you are in the world. Tune in to learn more about Hannah's journey, the hype around pilates, and cultivating your own mind-body connection.



About The Curated Podcast:

Join Kendall Becker, New York City-based fashion editor & trend forecaster, as she connects with global creatives across luxury fashion, hospitality, and wellness to uncover the purpose, passion, and inspiration behind a guest's life path and showcase that unconventionality can be the perfect curation, too.



Plus, head to YouTube for travel videos, and stay up-to-date in-between episodes by following along on Instagram and TikTok. 



The Curated World on YouTube: ⁠@kendall.becker⁠

The Curated Podcast’s IG: ⁠@thecuratedbykendall ⁠

Kendall’s IG: ⁠@kendall_becker ⁠

TikTok: ⁠@kendall.becker

In this week's episode, Kendall Becker is joined by Charlotte Cruze, co-founder of Alice Mushrooms, a functional mushroom brand that makes chocolates formulated for sleep and focus. Charlotte is a food scholar and wellness authority who has a knack for building forward-thinking brands. We dive into her career pivot from media into wellness, everything you need to know about mushrooms, and what it was like building Alice––from working with her co-founder Lindsay, carefully sourcing the ingredients, and consulting with experts from homeopathic doctors to chocolatiers to master a perfect product.



Plus, I'm a major fan of their chocolates and branding, so be sure to listen along and check out Alice Mushrooms for yourself on their website and Instagram!



About The Curated Podcast:

Join Kendall Becker, New York City-based fashion editor & trend forecaster, as she connects with global creatives across luxury fashion, hospitality, and wellness to uncover the purpose, passion, and inspiration behind a guest's life path and showcase that unconventionality can be the perfect curation, too.



Plus, head to YouTube for travel videos, and stay up-to-date in-between episodes by following along on Instagram and TikTok. 



The Curated World on YouTube: ⁠@kendall.becker⁠

The Curated Podcast’s IG: ⁠@thecuratedbykendall ⁠

Kendall’s IG: ⁠@kendall_becker ⁠

TikTok: ⁠@kendall.becker