NAKED LUNCH

In the first episode of 2020, Dedra speaks with aspiring fashion designer, Glenavary Curtiss, who is in the process of making the big move out west.  They dig into what she loves about Atlanta, why she chose L.A., and how fashion chose her.@avary.xo

It's been a while since the last episode, and Dedra has some explaining to do.  This 4-minute episode answers all the questions about the fate of the Naked Lunch podcast.

On a quirky Episode 8 of Naked Lunch, a minimalist [Dedra] meets a maximalist [Laura] but they connect over a shared idea of fashion as art, and have fun exploring the odds and ends of Laura's studio together. @savedscrap

Dedra and her guest Ana Carolina Meza Mendoza talk art and how it can lead to great fashion.  Ana is from Colombia and they discuss the challenges of being an immigrant and fitting in. @ana_carolina_meza_mendoza

Dedra has a phone interview with a style icon--her mother.  In this sweet mother daughter exchange, they have a heart to heart about what it means to truly be stylish and how her mom's creativity has influenced her over the years.

In Episode 5, Dedra tackles the sensitive subject of body positivity with model Nicole Buchanan, who speaks candidly about the importance of confidence, how she stays grounded, and why Big KRIT has her heart forever. @purplehairplusmodel

Rochelle Porter stops by to chat with Dedra about her self-titled lifestyle brand.  The ladies discuss the joy of color, Rochelle's unique path to design, and the importance of body inclusivity in fashion. @roporterdesign

In episode 3, Dedra and designer Hannah James stop being polite, and start getting real about fashion in Atlanta.  Laughter and smack talk ensues.@hannahjames_studio

Creator and fellow bee lover, Maisha Abdullah gives Dedra the deets on her brand Honey Beloved and they do a deep dive on upcycling. @honeybeloved14

In the inaugural episode of Naked Lunch, host Dedra Hemphill sits down with Natasha Gullett of Societe Urbane. Natasha divulges how she keeps her jewelry line authentic, fresh, & accessible.Meet her in person at these upcoming events:August 4th Citizen Supply In Good Company(Ponce City Market) August 24th and 25th Grant Park Summer Shade Festival  @societeurbane www.societeurbane.com