Threads of Conversation

Georgia Graham

What do your clothes say about you? In Threads of Conversation, host Georgia Graham asks guests to talk through the five items that represent pivotal moments in their life and career. threadsofconversation.substack.com

  1. 12H AGO

    A Thread about W. David Marx: Status anxiety, Ivy League obsession and diagnosing cultural change

    Today’s episode is a live recording with author and cultural critic W. David Marx, best known for his books ‘Ametora: How Japan Saved American Style’ (2015), ‘Status & Culture’ (2022) and ‘Blank Space: A Cultural History of the 21st Century’ (2025). We discuss the origins of his books, his thesis on fashion, the state of culture today, and the outfits that chart his life and career thus far. You can see pictures of the looks he discusses in the accompanying newsletter. Thank you to The Groucho Club for hosting us and to Thom Browne for dressing me. If you enjoy the episode and want to hear about future live events, then subscribe to the newsletter for more Threads of Conversation. Get full access to Threads of Conversation at threadsofconversation.substack.com/subscribe

    51 min

  2. MAY 6

    A Thread about Lydia Pang: The creative director and author spills her guts

    Today’s guest is Lydia Pang, a creative director who led the cultural output at companies like Nike and Refinery29, before setting up her own explosively successful creative studio, MØRNING. In the past year, Lydia has also taken on two new roles: author and mother. Her new memoir, Eat Bitter, is told through 8 recipes from her Hakka Chinese heritage. It covers growing up in Wales, meeting her husband on MySpace, forging a creative career, moving to New York and getting drunk on the American Dream. It also charts a story of failure, miscarriage, burnout and rebirth. It’s a rich and flavoursome conversation: we talk about the state of culture today, where the internet is heading next, what it takes to build a brand, write a book, and advice for building a creative career. If you enjoy the episode, then don’t forget to subscribe to the Threads of Conversation newsletter, and follow along on Instagram and TikTok. Get full access to Threads of Conversation at threadsofconversation.substack.com/subscribe

    1 hr

  3. APR 8

    A Thread about Osman Ahmed: Alaïa, Armani and the evolution an It-girl

    Today my guest is Osman Ahmed, a writer, consultant and London It-girl. For over half a decade, Osman was the Fashion Features Director at i-D magazine, where she interviewed everyone from Giorgio Armani to the Olsen twins. She now contributes to Vogue, The New York Times, Harper’s Bazaar, Vanity Fair and the Financial Times. She also writes a searingly witty Substack newsletter called ‘Private Parts’. Alongside writing, Osman has also walked in both of Conner Ives’ recent fashion shows, been named one of Vogue's '10 It Girls Re-energising British Cool', and recently wrote a piece for 10 Magazine, titled ‘How Change is the Only Constant', modelling for an editorial shoot alongside. In this conversation, we discuss journalism in the age of personality, tips for interviewing global talent, dancing onstage with Kylie Minogue, and using fashion as a tool for personal evolution. Read the accompanying newsletter here, and if you enjoy the episode, then don’t forget to subscribe for more Threads of Conversation. You can also follow along on Instagram and TikTok. Get full access to Threads of Conversation at threadsofconversation.substack.com/subscribe

    47 min

  4. MAR 6

    A Thread about Lyas: Fashion commentary, performance art and flat earth theory

    In recent years, Lyas (born Elias Medini) has become one of the fashion industry’s most recognisable faces. The French it-boy got his start on social media, where he amassed a large audience thanks to his cheeky sense of humour, deep knowledge of fashion, and authentic point of view. This episode is one from the archive, conducted in July 2024. Since then, Lyas has become even more beloved by the fashion industry after launching La Watchparty last year. The idea happened by chance - Lyas wasn’t invited to Jonathan Anderson’s first Dior show, so he did a callout to gather fans to watch the livestream in a local Paris bar. Hundreds of people showed up, and La Watchparty was born. Now, the free, open-to-all events happen across all the fashion capitals, attracting thousands of fans and creating massive viral moments. In the midst of fashion month, I thought it would be fun to revisit this interview where we discuss the roots of Lyas’ creativity and how he built his community. Click here to see pictures of Lyas' items in the accompanying newsletter. Get full access to Threads of Conversation at threadsofconversation.substack.com/subscribe

    45 min

  5. FEB 18

    A Thread about Chani Ra: Going viral while her baby naps

    Today’s guest is Chani Ra, also known by her TikTok username, The Fashion Nap, because she started making her videos during her newborn’s nap time. Now her child is three, and Chani has become one of fashion’s favourite social media stars. In this episode, I sit down with Chani to talk through 5 items of clothing that chart her life and career in fashion. We discuss going viral on TikTok, building a career on social media, and how she balances content creation with her most important job: motherhood. You can see pictures of Chani's items in the accompanying newsletter here. Don’t forget to subscribe below for more Threads of Conversation, and follow along on Instagram and TikTok. Get full access to Threads of Conversation at threadsofconversation.substack.com/subscribe

    46 min

  6. FEB 4

    A Thread about Emilia Petrarca: Prada chronicles, flaccid totes and the state of media

    In recent years, Emilia Petrarca has emerged as one of fashion’s most distinctive voices. She first honed her blend of wit, obsession and journalistic rigour at The Cut, where she rose to the position of Senior Fashion Writer, before going freelance in 2023. These days, her work regularly graces heavy hitters like The New York Times, The New Yorker and the Wall Street Journal. She’s also leading the ‘new media’ charge - her newsletter Shop Rat has over 30,000 loyal subscribers. In this interview, we discuss the items of clothing (mostly Prada) that chart her career in fashion, plus her infamous disdain for flaccid totes. Find the accompanying newsletter here, and don’t forget to subscribe for more Threads of Conversation. Get full access to Threads of Conversation at threadsofconversation.substack.com/subscribe

    44 min

  7. JAN 19

    A Thread about Jessica Willis: Styling Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl and fashion directing The Cut

    Today my guest is Jessica Willis, fashion director of The Cut at NY Magazine, and the stylist behind some of the most important cultural moments of recent years. She's worked on Solange’s album 'When I Get Home' and Kendrick Lamar’s music videos for 'Not Like Us' and 'Squabble Up'. In February 2025, she styled the entire ensemble cast for his Superbowl halftime show - the most viewed in history. She's also responsible for The Cut's stunning cover story with Rama Duwaji, the new first lady of New York. Here, we discuss the items of clothing that chart Jess' impressive rise through costume design, music and fashion. From a tongue-in-chic pair of Chanel boots, to a Prada dress with a dramatic history. A reminder that you can also watch the video episode and see pictures of Jess' chosen items - find both in the accompanying newsletter here. Don't forget to subscribe for more Threads of Conversation and follow us on Instagram and TikTok. Get full access to Threads of Conversation at threadsofconversation.substack.com/subscribe

    43 min

  8. 10/14/2025

    A Thread about Fashion Month: Dissecting the SS26 designer debuts with industry experts

    What a fashion month it’s been! The SS26 season saw 13 new creative directors make their debuts at some of the world’s biggest luxury houses, from Jonathan Anderson’s Dior, to Demna’s first taste at Gucci. Recorded in the cinema at Selfridges London for a live audience, I gathered three industry experts to discuss what we saw and what it all means: Dazed's Fashion Features Director Emma Davidson, curator and art director Willy Ndatira aka. williamcult, and Beauty Editor Dominic Cadogan. A huge thank you to Selfridges for hosting us and supporting this episode of Threads of Conversation. You can read more in the accompanying newsletter here. If you enjoy the episode, don’t forget to hit the heart button and subscribe for more Threads of Conversation. Get full access to Threads of Conversation at threadsofconversation.substack.com/subscribe

    58 min
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About

What do your clothes say about you? In Threads of Conversation, host Georgia Graham asks guests to talk through the five items that represent pivotal moments in their life and career. threadsofconversation.substack.com

Information

  • Creator
    Georgia Graham
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    39
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Georgia Graham
  • Show Website
    Threads of Conversation

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