That’s The V Fashion Podcast

Victoria Acosta
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Fashion podcast covering fashion news, runway analysis, luxury culture, designer spotlights, and trend commentary through a modern editorial lens. Hosted by Victoria Acosta, the podcast explores Paris Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week, fashion psychology, celebrity style, internet culture, and the cultural conversations shaping the fashion industry today. From quiet luxury and couture to emerging designers and fashion media, each episode breaks down what fashion really means beyond the runway. Fashion. Culture. Conversation.

  1. 3d ago

    What Is It Like Owning A Vintage Boutique

    What do you want to know? I sit down with Alexia Maldonado, owner of I Fell in Love Here, vintage clothing boutique, to talk about what it really takes to run a curated vintage boutique in downtown El Paso. We get into sourcing 90s and Y2K pieces, helping customers find their style faster, and balancing a vintage store with an online clothing brand.  • Alexia’s path from EPCC fashion design to opening a boutique  • Why 90s and Y2K vintage feels personal and sells well  • How thrifting knowledge starts with textiles, labels, and quality  • Using stories to add meaning and value to secondhand clothing  • Letting go of clothes with a simple one-in, one-out closet rule  • Personal styling sessions, Pinterest mood boards, and fast try-ons  • Why some people struggle to shop and how we guide them  • Relocating from Horizon to downtown for access and foot traffic  • Choosing an in-person retail experience over e-commerce for vintage  • Building Amaldeux, pivoting from New York to LA manufacturing  • Designing with sustainability, durability, and timeless details in mind  • Dream cities for expansion like New York and Paris  Names mentioned: https://www.instagram.com/alexiamaldonado https://www.instagram.com/ifellinlovehere https://www.instagram.com/amaldeux?igsh=eXZma201MWtqeWVt Make sure to follow @thatsthevpodcast on all platforms for more fashion content and a big thank you to our sponsor, JAG Premier Advertising Agency If you're looking to get on platforms like Hulu or Netflix, check out the link: https://jagadvertising.com/

    25 min

  2. May 25

    What Is The Met Gala

    What do you want to know? I break down what the Met Gala actually is, why it exists, and how it grew from a New York charity dinner into the fashion world’s most watched night. We also get into who controls the guest list, how brands use the tables, and whether “buying your way in” changes what the event stands for.  • The Met Gala as a charity event funding the Met’s Costume Institute  • Why costume design and fashion history deserve museum-level attention  • How the event evolved from society tables to a global celebrity showcase  • The jump in table prices and what that suggests about costs and demand  • Anna Wintour’s role in shaping exclusivity and invitations  • Brands buying tables and how guest placement can work for big vs smaller labels  • Networking strategy, assigned seating, couples being separated, and the no-phone rule  • The Jeff Bezos controversy and the tension between fundraising and exclusivity  Make sure to follow @thatsthevpodcast on all platforms for more fashion content and a big thank you to our sponsor, JAG Premier Advertising Agency If you're looking to get on platforms like Hulu or Netflix, check out the link: https://jagadvertising.com/

    18 min

  3. May 18

    What Is A Fashion Podcast

    What do you want to know? Catching up after a short break and get honest about what That’s the V is really about: turning real fashion curiosity into a show that teaches without talking down. I also bring my boyfriend, Alex and behind-the-scenes sponsor on mic to share why he pushed me to start now, plus how sports and music shape what the world wears.  • why the podcast starts before feeling ready  • how my fashion experience across modeling, styling, photography, and runway work shapes the lens  • fashion as a personal statement and “character”  • athletes, social media reach, and brand collaborations  • sports tunnels as modern runways and the Met Gala crossover  • Ralph Lauren’s early vision for functional, lived-in style  • rappers as a pipeline for discovering brands and designers  • under-the-radar designer names and why Gap is interesting right now  Make sure to follow @thatsthevpodcast on all platforms for more fashion content and a big thank you to our sponsor, JAG Premier Advertising Agency If you're looking to get on platforms like Hulu or Netflix, check out the link: https://jagadvertising.com/

    28 min

  4. May 1

    Chanel And The Met Gala

    What do you want to know? We geek out over Chanel Cruise 2026-2027 and why Matthieu Blazy’s research-driven approach makes the house feel modern while staying true to Gabrielle Chanel’s roots. Then we look ahead to the Met Gala’s costume design theme and what it could unlock for fashion as art and craftsmanship. • Chanel Cruise 2026-2027 as a lesson in brand history and modern design • The CC logo as a built-in garment detail rather than surface branding • Mermaid campaign inspiration tied to a Biarritz mural • 1920s swimwear references including swim caps and early resort style • Classic Chanel codes like tweed and black-and-white styling • Runway casting as storytelling, including a pregnant model moment • Fashion research recommendations including StyleNotCom • Met Gala preview with costume design craft and why Schiaparelli stands out Make sure to follow @thatsthevpodcast on all platforms for more fashion content and a big thank you to our sponsor, JAG Premier Advertising Agency If you're looking to get on platforms like Hulu or Netflix, check out the link: https://jagadvertising.com/

    15 min

  5. Apr 24

    Being a model in Mexico City with Emma Campoya

    What do you want to know? I talk with Emma Campoya model and actress, about going from Ciudad Juárez to bigger markets and what changes when modeling stops being a hobby and becomes a real job. We get honest about agencies, castings, pay, and why doing your research matters more than luck. • choosing to pursue modeling after early training and local work • moving to Mexico City and learning how castings really work • dealing with family concerns and misconceptions about modeling • finding the right agency through scouting and building trust with bookers • understanding runway standards and the shock of bigger markets • why commercial modeling often pays more than editorial • trying acting for the first time and learning emotional preparation • a surreal fitting job that put a global supermodel nearby • practical advice for new models: research, ask questions, stay humble make sure to follow at podcast on all platforms for more active content. Emma’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/emmacampoya?igsh=bXo4eW82dzZzbWRx Make sure to follow @thatsthevpodcast on all platforms for more fashion content and a big thank you to our sponsor, JAG Premier Advertising Agency If you're looking to get on platforms like Hulu or Netflix, check out the link: https://jagadvertising.com/

    39 min

  6. Apr 17

    How I Got Into Fashion Styling

    What do you want to know? I’m feeling creatively stuck, so I vent honestly about how social media overload affects my ideas and why fashion styling pulls me back into real creativity. I share how I fell into styling, what commercial set styling actually involves, and how you can start building skills, taste, and connections without waiting for a “perfect” break. • social media burnout and creative frustration • discovering fashion styling through modeling and photography • personal style as identity not just trends • building outfits instead of buying pre-styled looks • commercial styling basics like color palette planning and avoiding logos • making wardrobe work with little or no budget • using your own closet and borrowing pieces to solve problems • developing a cinematic eye through ads and film costuming • learning through color theory classes and studying working stylists • research-driven styling and storytelling through clothing • networking, styling friends, and getting experience through real people • choosing clients who share passion and respecting your value • widening the lens on fashion industry careers beyond modeling and design Make sure to follow @thatsthevpodcast on all platforms for more fashion content and a big thank you to our sponsor, JAG Premier Advertising Agency If you're looking to get on platforms like Hulu or Netflix, check out the link: https://jagadvertising.com/

    19 min

  7. Apr 10

    The Journey to Becoming a Fashion Buyer

    What do you want to know? I catch up with my longtime friend and former fellow model and unpack how she turned a small-city start into a corporate fashion career as an assistant buyer at Neiman Marcus. We get honest about rejection, unexpected detours like selling power tools, and what buying really looks like behind the scenes.  • Early inspiration for modeling and getting started through local shows and classes  • Moving from agency modeling to thinking about fashion as a business career  • Choosing a marketing major to keep both creative and corporate options open  • Internships, moving to Dallas, and using a non-fashion role as a bridge job  • The Neiman Marcus executive development program and the month-long interview process  • What buyers do and what assistant buyers handle day to day in Excel and reporting  • How product decisions work across stores, online, markets, and customer behavior  • When retailers decide to drop a brand and why profitability drives tough calls  • Other fashion industry roles beyond buying, including PR, marketing, finance, and legal  • Practical advice for networking on LinkedIn and staying consistent after rejection  Make sure to follow @thatsthevpodcast on all platforms for more fashion content and a big thank you to our sponsor, JAG Premier Advertising Agency If you're looking to get on platforms like Hulu or Netflix, check out the link: https://jagadvertising.com/

    24 min

  8. Apr 4

    How To Build Fair Creative Collaborations In Fashion

    What do you want to know? I break down what makes a fashion collaboration fair, productive, and worth your time, especially when you’re new and trying to build a portfolio without a big budget. We also get real about how “exposure” can turn into exploitation and how to protect your work with clearer communication and stronger boundaries.  • why collaborations matter when you’re starting in the creative industry  • a real example of a boutique lending clothing and not getting proper credit back  • what “win win” actually looks like for models, photographers, and designers  • how to build a modeling portfolio and photography portfolio through smart trades  • why vague “want to collab?” messages fail and how to reach out with intention  • how to pitch a concept with location, team, and creative direction upfront  • the red flag where one person is expected to do everything for free  • when it’s better to pay a professional or take a workshop to level up  Make sure to follow @thatsthev on all platforms for more fashion content. And a big thank you to our sponsor, JAG Premier Advertising Agency If you're looking to get on platforms like Hulu or Netflix, check out the link: https://jagadvertising.com/

    19 min
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Fashion podcast covering fashion news, runway analysis, luxury culture, designer spotlights, and trend commentary through a modern editorial lens. Hosted by Victoria Acosta, the podcast explores Paris Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week, fashion psychology, celebrity style, internet culture, and the cultural conversations shaping the fashion industry today. From quiet luxury and couture to emerging designers and fashion media, each episode breaks down what fashion really means beyond the runway. Fashion. Culture. Conversation.

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