A podcast for luxury lovers. FASHIONPHILE Unboxed unpacks everything from resale trends and circularity to handbag lore and archival pieces. Every week, FASHIONPHILE Founder & President Sarah Davis and CEO Ben Hemminger sit down with FASHIONPHILE’s Head of Social Commerce, Ben Gallagher, to talk with industry insiders and tastemakers, sharing stories, strategies, and tricks of the trade.
Lauren Leger: How Did Cardi B Become the Face of FASHIONPHILE?
In this episode, Senior Director of Brand Marketing at FASHIONPHILE, Lauren Leger sits down with FASHIONPHILE Founder & President Sarah Davis and FASHIONPHILE’s Head of Social Commerce Ben Gallagher to unbox FASHIONPHILE’s flex-worthy Get Your Bag campaign featuring global icon Cardi B.
Lauren breaks down the corporate strategy and creative magic behind executing a massive celebrity partnership, revealing why Cardi B’s passion for luxury and smart shopping made her the ultimate ambassador for FASHIONPHILE. She takes us behind the scenes of the high-stakes NYC campaign shoot, sharing how the team navigated tight production timelines and brought Cardi’s larger-than-life personality to the screen.
The conversation explores how to evaluate the business impact of major cultural partnerships, why circular fashion solves closet overload for superstar collectors and everyday shoppers alike, and where high-profile brand storytelling in resale goes from here.
20 Oct 2026
Sacha Brown: Is AI the Future of Fashion Innovation?
In this episode, CFDA Senior Director of Professional Development and Innovation, Sacha Brown, joins FASHIONPHILE Founder & President Sarah Davis to unbox the intersection of technology, sustainable craftsmanship, and the next generation of American design talent.
Drawing on her 16-year career at the Council of Fashion Designers of America, Sacha breaks down her transition from theatre in Toronto to fashion in New York City and how costume design shapes personal identity. She shares candid insight into the “medical residency” phase young designers go through, the CFDA Fashion Incubator, and why collaboration over gatekeeping is essential for the future of fashion. From preserving traditional artisan skills in NYC’s Garment District to using AI as an equalizer for small brands, Sacha reveals how tech empowers creators to focus on their craft while driving transparency and circularity across the industry.
The conversation delves into digital product passports, the power of in-person retail experiences, and why circularity isn't just a trend but a necessary foundation for modern luxury businesses.
13 Oct 2026
Amy Odell: What Does It Take to Profile Anna Wintour?
In this episode, New York Times bestselling author of Anna: The Biography and host of the hit Back Row podcast, Amy Odell joins FASHIONPHILE Founder & President Sarah Davis and FASHIONPHILE’s Head of Social Commerce Ben Gallagher to unbox unfiltered fashion media, high-stakes biography writing, and the evolving definition of luxury.
Amy shares how she broke into New York journalism, took big swings writing about polarizing cultural icons, and gained rare access to fashion’s inner circle (from Serena Williams to Grace Coddington). The group dives into how archival red-carpet moments with stars like Zendaya and Law Roach elevate vintage pieces to A-list status, how AI-generated “slop” is disrupting digital media, and why modern luxury consumers are shifting their focus toward analog watches, rich product histories, and intentional secondhand style.
The conversation covers how archival style defines modern cool, why authentic human stories outshine digital noise, and where fashion media is headed next.
6 Oct 2026
Sade Strehlke: Do Accessories Hold Their Value Better Than Clothes?
In this episode, media executive Sade Strehlke joins FASHIONPHILE Founder & President Sarah Davis to unbox the art of the hunt, the lasting value of pre-loved luxury, and why the best pieces come with a story.
From beginning her career as an intern at The Wall Street Journal to serving as Editor-in-Chief at Popsugar and Head of Home Editorial at Walmart, Sade shares how strategic career jumps accelerated her path. She opens up about balancing high-powered executive roles with motherhood, bagging jaw-dropping designer deals on the secondhand market (like the $30,000 mink coat from The Row she scored for $1,700), and her long-lasting love affair with resale. Over the years, she’s built a style philosophy rooted in intentionality, circular fashion, and attracting—not chasing—the perfect handbag. This mindset inspired her to launch Roux, an AI-powered commerce app that styles, shops, and acts as a resale concierge on your behalf.
The conversation covers accessories with appreciating resale value (such as the ever-coveted Hermes Birkin and Kelly), objects that are passed down from generation to generation, and how circularity is reshaping the way we shop and sell.
29 Sept 2026
Tashira Halyard: Is Personal Style an Act of Resistance?
In this episode, digital creator, style expert, and social justice advocate Tashira Halyard joins FASHIONPHILE Founder & President Sarah Davis to unbox conscious consumption, building a capsule wardrobe, and fashion as an act of self-expression.
From starting her blog Politics & Fashion while studying for the bar exam to pivoting from child welfare policy to working at Saint Laurent after surviving breast cancer, Tashira shares how personal adversity shaped her career and style philosophy. She discusses finding your “style pillar,” when to invest in trends, and the role circularity plays in curating a closet. She also reveals why shopping and selling pre-loved gems (like the JPG Birkin she sourced from FASHIONPHILE) is akin to borrowing a book from a library.
The conversation dives deep into why resale models are essential to the future of retail, how consumers can build sustainable value in their closets, and what it means to shop with true intention.
22 Sept 2026
Patientce Foster: How Do You Rewrite Luxury Rules?
In this episode, Patientce Foster, CEO of Fifth & Freedom and Brand Manager for Cardi B, joins FASHIONPHILE Founder & President Sarah Davis to unbox luxury brand scaling, authentic representation, and cultural influence.
From running a neighborhood paper in the sixth grade to taking on Balenciaga at the Louvre, Patientce shares how her self-taught career in public relations naturally evolved into creative direction, global brand strategy, and talent management. She discusses her Louis Vuitton x Murakami haul, why Cardi plays to win in the “sport of fashion,” how traditional luxury adapted to Cardi rather than her fitting into their playbook, and how she landed her first black Birkin 30.
The conversation explores how non-traditional narratives are expanding the luxury market, why FASHIONPHILE acts as a gateway to luxury, and what it takes to build a lasting legacy on your own terms. It’s a must-listen for brand strategists and retail executives alike.
15 Sept 2026
Kristian Laliberte: What Makes a Coffee Table Book Iconic?
In this episode, Assouline Executive Editor Kristian Laliberte joins FASHIONPHILE Founder & President Sarah Davis and CEO Ben Hemminger to unbox the role of tactile treasures in an increasingly digital world and the craftsmanship behind The Book of Iconic Bags and The Book of Iconic Shoes.
From being employee number five at Refinery29 to crafting permanent luxury volumes at Assouline, Kristian shares how his background in journalism evolved into a career-defining role in luxury publishing. He discusses the art of a curated retail experience, restoring a $200 Louis Vuitton Trunk, the demise of Barneys, and the terrifying moment an AI copy editor went rogue.
The conversation offers an eye-opening look into why tangible objects matter more now than ever, how luxury brands build lasting cultural equity, and how resale value has become the definitive barometer for success.
8 Sept 2026
Charles Gross: Is the Birkin Over?
In our debut episode, content creator and luxury fashion expert Charles Gross joins FASHIONPHILE Founder & President Sarah Davis and FASHIONPHILE’s Head of Social Commerce Ben Gallagher to unbox the art of collecting, accessibility in luxury, and the story behind his $300 Birkin.
From his first luxury purchase to his iconic catchphrase “Let’s talk about it,” Charles shares how a childhood fascination turned into a massive digital platform. He delves into the evolving mystique of the Birkin, how it's become a household name, and whether or not it’s losing its luster.
No matter your relationship with luxury, this conversation offers an unfiltered look into the psychology of why we covet what we do.
28 Aug 2026
Introducing: FASHIONPHILE Unboxed
Join Founder and President Sarah Davis, CEO Ben Hemminger, and Head of Social Commerce Ben Gallagher as they unpack all things ultra-luxury resale. Every episode, they sit down with an industry insider, creative, or tastemaker to share stories, strategies, and the tricks of the trade.
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