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. 3h ago

    What Is Fashion Month

    What do you want to know? We come back after a chaotic September to break down what Fashion Month actually is and why it feels like fashion week never ends. We share our personal highlights from New York to Paris, plus the trend signals and production choices that made the biggest impact.  • returning after Fashion Month chaos and sharing what’s changing with the podcast  • pointing listeners to short NYFW interviews on the podcast Instagram  • explaining how Fashion Month moves from New York to London to Milan to Paris  • clarifying why September shows preview spring/summer and February previews fall/winter  • noticing how travel, indoor climates, and designer intent blur seasonal rules  • calling out color pop, bold prints, and playful dressing as a key trend  • giving a quick take on London’s recent energy  • critiquing Vogue World Milan as messy and overly influenced by money and AI  • highlighting Bottega Veneta’s symbolic cardboard box seating concept  • raving about Saint Laurent’s Eiffel Tower runway and gold-focused finale  Instagram: https://instagram.com/thatsthevpodcast?exln=MXMxbnR3ZWttN2M5dg%3D%3D 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/

  2. Sep 29

    What Is Life After Fashion School

    What do you want to know? I catch up with my dear friend Bethani and get real about what happens after graduation when you love fashion but still have to figure out your next move. We talk bridal, career pivots, style confidence, and why you can build opportunities without living in a “fashion city.”  • Bethani’s creative childhood and how her mom shapes her style  • Choosing a fashion path through NMSU after starting elsewhere  • Learning sewing, draping, fashion marketing, and business basics  • Realizing fashion exists far beyond New York through Florence and Santa Fe  • How local work and travel for market build real industry experience  • Why bridal becomes her lane and what she learns from different boutiques and brands  • The vision for a bold bridal line with sustainability, color, and statement details  • Favorite inspirations like Vera Wang and what her career could become next  • Advice for fashion students and creatives: network, stay patient, don’t quit  • Style mindset that applies to life: don’t ask for permission, just wear it  Make sure to follow at That's the V podcast on all platforms for more fashion content.  If you're looking to get on platforms like Hulu or Netflix, check out the link in the description.  Bethani’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/bforbethani?stkn=MWsxbzR1b29sZTNrcw== 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/

  3. Sep 1

    The Front Row Ft. Nabyl Zarina

    What do you want to know? We sit down with fashion designer Nabyl to trace how a childhood certainty becomes a real label, complete with bold pivots, hard lessons, and a clearer sense of identity. We talk about the cost of burnout, the power of made-to-measure work, and why living fully is part of the creative process.  • early memories that point her toward fashion design  • taking the brand to Mexico City and what shifts professionally  • why made-to-measure changes planning, pricing, and client intimacy  • the gap between fashion school and real-world production skills  • burnout, tough decisions, and rebuilding with a stronger structure  • choosing her own name as the brand and what it signifies  • what inspires her each morning and how duality shows up in her pieces  • online connection versus physical presence and how she thinks about scale  • who her core client is and how a small team supports the work  • teaching influences, mentors, and giving back to new creatives  Nabyl’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/nabyl.zarina?igsi=aXNmYXZua2w2anpk Audio: https://www.instagram.com/matthewto.01?igsi=MTZsNDEyNms4c2ZybQ== Watch the episode: https://youtu.be/EidO6MlxiYg?si=A5jhISbc_7mMMSMY 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/

  4. Aug 20

    What Is The Reality Of Owning A Fashion Boutique

    What do you want to know? We sit down with Gesuina from Gal Fashion to tell the unfiltered story of building a boutique career from an unpaid internship to New York buying trips and ten years in business. We talk about what keeps a fashion boutique alive today: curated product, real relationships, and the kind of service that online shopping can’t touch.  • starting at 18 with an unpaid boutique internship and learning every task  • turning sales-floor insight into buying value on New York market trips  • opening Gal Fashion with an existing clientele and early visibility  • staying relevant through innovation, flexibility, and personal styling  • choosing brands, learning price points, and moving to affordable luxury  • adding niche fragrance after a men’s store experiment and research  • using special events to bring new audiences without losing focus  • standing out with exclusivity, limited quantities, and community support  • choosing El Paso on purpose and building a destination shopping experience  • advice for people entering fashion: humility, patience, and hard work  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/

  5. Aug 10

    What Is The Front Row

    What do you want to know? We’re bringing That’s the V off the screen and into a live room with The Front Row, a fashion community night built around a real conversation, real questions, and real connections. I share why I’m hosting it in El Paso, what you can expect at Hotel Indigo, and why guest designer and creative director Nabyl Zarina is the kind of voice you want to hear in person.  • what Front Row is and why I’m hosting a live podcast-style conversation  • why Nabyl Zarina’s Mexico City journey matters for designers and creatives  • what attendees can expect: Q&A, networking, photo ops, goodie bags, happy hour  • how the schedule works from 7 to 10 and why it stays interactive  • why El Paso needs more fashion events and how community grows careers  • where to get tickets, enter giveaways, and how to DM questions  Nabyl Zarina: https://www.instagram.com/nabyl.zarina?igsh=aXNmYXZua2w2anpk 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/

  6. Aug 3

    What Is A Model Contract

    What do you want to know? We sit down with Angie, a freelance model, to talk about what a model contract really does and why so many models learn the hard lessons first. We share agency red flags, how freelance contracts set clear expectations, and why AI misuse makes image rights and consent non-negotiable now.  • Angie’s path from a Mexico City modeling course to agency castings  • Red flags like rushed signing, blocked second opinions, and “investment” fees  • Why refusing exclusivity can protect your options  • How networking drives bookings more than hype  • Transitioning to freelance modeling in El Paso through workshops and meetups  • What to put in a freelance model contract: payment, deliverables, usage rights, boundaries  • AI deepfakes and unauthorized image use as a new industry risk  • How to send a contract confidently and negotiate without dropping your standards  • Safety basics: trust your gut, bring someone, leave if boundaries slip  Angie’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/angelie.ad?igsh=MWViY3hrZWdqdjU4dw== 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/

  7. Jul 13

    What Is A Model Workshop

    What do you want to know? I break down what a model workshop really is, how it differs from a year-round modeling school, and why the right structure can take you from nervous to confident fast. We also share what to look for in a legit workshop, how it can help with New York Fashion Week prep, and what you can gain even if you never plan to model professionally.  • the difference between modeling school and a focused model workshop  • how workshops build confidence through walking posture posing and expression work  • what made a top-tier model camp worth the investment including legal basics  • why networking is a hidden benefit of workshops and model camps  • how comp cards digitals and a model walk video help with castings  • practical New York Fashion Week planning plus red flags to avoid  DM me at That's the V podcast or my personal at Victoria Costa0 on Instagram.  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/

  8. Jul 7

    What Is A Victoria’s Secret Model Casting

    What do you want to know? I sit down with Hannah, freelance model, producer, and creative director to unpack what it’s really like to make it through a massive Victoria’s Secret open casting call and still walk away with more questions than answers. We talk candidly about nerves, branding, agency power, and how to protect yourself while you chase big fashion goals.  • how the Victoria’s Secret open casting worked from application to in-person stage  • what the Houston mall setup felt like on the ground  • why background checks, measurements, and height standards still shape runway outcomes  • the difference between supportive model energy and panel pressure  • how “authenticity” gets limited when cameras and PR are involved  • what the post-runway confusion suggests about callbacks and marketing  • why many agencies prioritize younger talent and what that means for safety  • practical mindset shifts for rejection, networking, and building your own brand  People mentioned: https://www.instagram.com/hannitchka?igsh=MXA4dTY1OTJ3enBpNw== 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/

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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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  • Creator
    Victoria Acosta
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Clean
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