Best Bookshelf Collective Podcasts (2025)

1
Fashion Fads from History: Live on or Leave to the Past? (Dressed Classic) 34:48

Play Pause

1d ago34:48

34:48

In the wonderful and often bizarre world of fashion fads from history, we ask the question: which should live on to wear another day and which should be left to history? Recommended resources: • Bedazzled Beetles • Hobble Skirt • Painted knees Want more Dressed: The History of Fashion? Our ⁠website⁠ and ⁠classes⁠ Our ⁠Instagram⁠ Our ⁠bookshelf⁠ wit…

1
Dressed Diaries: Harper’s Bazar’s “The Follies of Fashion,” August 30th, 1884 50:17

3d ago50:17

50:17

This week, we investigate the historical fashion trends written about in an 1884 Harper’s Bazar article entitled “The Follies of Fashion.” Covering everything from Ancient Roman curling irons to Cleopatra’s donkey milk baths to “barbarous” steel corsets, we decipher fashion fact from fashion fiction. Primary Sources Box for rouge and patches, 1750-…

1
Harry Potter Video Games 1:18:06

5d ago1:18:06

1:18:06

Thanks for listening to Season 6, Episode2 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Melanie, Erik, and Johnny talk about: News: More cast reveals for the dramatized audiobooks! Main Segment: Johnny joins us to talk all about collecting Harry Potter video games Translation of the Show: None this week! Dialogue Alley is the official podcast of The Potter …

1
Fashioning the Guinness World Records with Benjamin Hollingum (Dressed Classic) 49:09

8d ago49:09

49:09

From the most toxic makeup in history to the world's first sunglasses, in this 2023 episode, we discuss all things fashion and Guinness World Records with Senior Editor Ben Hollingum. Want more Dressed: The History of Fashion? Our ⁠website⁠ and ⁠classes⁠ Our ⁠Instagram⁠ Our ⁠bookshelf⁠ with over 150 of our favorite fashion history titles Learn more…

1
Fashion History Now #69 32:59

7d ago32:59

32:59

From clothes curtains to computer microchips to calico doll dresses, in the latest edition of Fashion History Now, we explore the fascinating--and surprising-- stories quite literally woven into the clothes we wear and the technology we use. Other things we love in this episode: Catherine Martin X Upcycled by Miu Miu. Check out Catherine's director…

1
Klimt's Muse: The Fashions of Emilie Flöge (Dressed Classic) 34:50

15d ago34:50

34:50

Emilie Flöge may best be remembered as the long-time companion of artist Gustav Klimt, but in this week's Dressed Classic episode from 2022, we explore her work as a fashion designer and dress reformer in early 20th century Vienna. Want more Dressed: The History of Fashion? Our ⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠classes⁠⁠⁠ Our ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ Our ⁠⁠⁠bookshelf⁠⁠⁠…

1
Getting Dressed in Paris 2025, Part II 1:09:39

18d ago1:09:39

1:09:39

For years, you have heard us singing the praises of today's guest! Haute couture embroiderer, textile expert, and our dear friend Rebecca Devaney joins us to talk about her many contributions to our annual fashion history tours of Paris, which features behind the seams experiences of Paris's most treasured ateliers including UltraMod, Acaba, Annie …

1
The Drama!(tized) Audio Book! 1:27:01

19d ago1:27:01

1:27:01

Thanks for listening to Season 6, Episode1 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Melanie, Carly, Peter, and Erik talk about: News: More HBO updates New German Books! Other small news snippets Main Segment: We discuss the announced dramatized audiobooks. Translation of the Show: Brian Selznick Cover of the Hebrew Philosopher's Stone. Dialogue Alley is…

1
18th Century Fashion and Etiquette at Versailles (Dressed Classic) 34:13

19d ago34:13

34:13

The palace of Versailles during the 18th century was one of the most extravagant locales in the world. This week we break down some of the basics of fashion and etiquette at the French court. Want more Dressed: The History of Fashion? Our website and classes Our Instagram Our bookshelf with over 150 of our favorite fashion history titles Dressed is…

1
Getting Dressed in Paris 2025, Part I 52:50

20d ago52:50

52:50

A spectacular summer in Paris for fashion lovers, in part I of this two-part episode, we walk you through some of the fashion exhibitions we visited this year on our 7 day fashion history tours of the City of Lights. You still have time through the end of 2025 to catch the shows at the Palais Galliera and the Musée des arts décoratifs! Want more Dr…

1
Pure Cringe Season 3 Trailer 1:12

24d ago1:12

1:12

Welcome back for another season of Pure Cringe! Join Maria & Heather for another trip back in time--this season we head to 2014, and the first season of Southern Charm. Everyone is young (except Thomas), intelligent (except Craig), and funny (except Whitney). We can't stop rolling our eyes! Stick around until the end of each episode to hear the new…

1
Catherine Dior, an Interview with Justine Picardie, Part II (Dressed Classic) 31:39

30d ago31:39

31:39

In part two of our 2022 conversation with Justine Picardie, we learn about Catherine Dior's courageous resistance efforts during WWII and the continuance of her legacy at the House of Dior to this very day. Recommended reading: Justine Picardie's Miss Dior: A Story of Courage and Couture Want more Dressed: The History of Fashion? Our website and cl…

1
Catherine Dior, an Interview with Justine Picardie, Part I (Dressed Classic) 44:15

1M ago44:15

44:15

International best selling author Justine Picardie joined us in this 2022, two-part episode to discuss the life and legacy of Christian Dior's beloved sister Catherine, a WWII French resistance fighter, concentration camp survivor, and inspiration behind Dior's most famous scent Miss Dior. Recommended reading: Justine Picardie's Miss Dior: A Story …

1
Fashion History Mystery #49: A Brief History of Shorts (Dressed Classic) 20:27

1M ago20:27

20:27

This week we revisit a 2020 Fashion History Mystery where we answer a listener query about the origin of women's shorts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Dressed Media

1
Beautiful For Ever!: The Extraordinary Life and Trial of Madame Rachel (Dressed Classic) 40:11

1M ago40:11

40:11

Fashion history and true crime come together in this 2022 episode where we explore a scandal of the 1860s involving a British cosmetics maven who bilked her clients out of fortunes with the promise to halt the aging process and make them beautful forever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

1
Fashion History Mysteries: Polka Dots and Artificial Silk (Dressed Classic) 28:07

1M ago28:07

28:07

In this episode, we revisit two past Fashion History Mystery minisodes from the Dressed archive where we explored the fascinating origin stories of polka dots and artificial silk! Want more Dressed: The History of Fashion? Our website and classes Our Instagram Our bookshelf with over 150 of our favorite fashion history titles Dressed is a part of t…

1
Power of Pattern: Central Asian Ikats, an interview with Clarissa Esguerra (Dressed Classic) 48:48

2M ago48:48

48:48

We return to a 2019 interview with Clarissa Esguerra, Curator of Textiles and Costume at Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), who taught us all about the sophisticated resist-dying ikat technique responsible for the resplendent textiles and garments on display in the LACMA exhibition Power of Pattern: Central Asian Ikats. Want more Dressed: Th…

1
Claire McCardell: The Girl Who Defied Dior, Part II 32:12

2M ago32:12

32:12

In part-two of our 2022 exploration of the career of American fashion designer Claire McCardell, we discuss her work during WWII which yielded some of her most iconic designs. For additional reading, check out Elizabeth Evitts Dickinson's recently released biography Claire McCardell: The Designer Who Set Women Free (2025). Want more Dressed: The Hi…

1
Claire McCardell: The Girl Who Defied Dior, Part I 39:50

2M ago39:50

39:50

Called the "designer's designer," Claire McCardell turned the American fashion industry on its head starting in the 1930s with her fresh modern take on sportswear. This week we examine her career and legacy in a two-part episode from 2022. For additional reading, check out Elizabeth Evitts Dickinson's recently released biography Claire McCardell: T…

1
Navajo Weaving: Art, History, Practice with Lynda Teller Pete, Barbara Teller Ornelas and Hadley Jensen, Part II (Dressed Classic) 50:38

2M ago50:38

50:38

Fifth generation Diné (Navajo) weavers Lynda Teller Pete and Barbara Teller Ornelas have been instrumental in rewriting the history and narrative surrounding Navajo weaving, a realm that for too long has been dominated by non-Navajo voices. This is exemplified by their two groundbreaking books Spider Woman’s Children: Navajo Weavers Today and How t…

1
Navajo Weaving: Art, History, Practice with Lynda Teller Pete and Barbara Teller Ornelas, Part I (Dressed Classic) 46:31

2M ago46:31

46:31

This week we travel into the Dressed archive to revisit a two-part episode on the sacred cultural practice and art form of Diné (Navajo) weaving with internationally acclaimed authors, educators, and fifth generation weavers Lynda Teller Pete and Barbara Teller Ornelas. Want more Dressed: The History of Fashion? Our website and classes Our Instagra…

1
Which Translations Have the Best Book Spine? 1:16:30

2M ago1:16:30

1:16:30

Thanks for listening to Season 5, Episode 20 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Melanie, Carly, and Erik talk about: News: More HBO updates Merch Store updates Harry Potter Pinball Main Segment: This episode is all about spine art! We discuss which translations did it the best! Translation of the Show: 25th Aniversary Philosopher's Stone in Czech …

1
The Gilded Age "Dudes" of Fashion, Part II (Dressed Classic) 37:40

2M ago37:40

37:40

In part two of our 2022 two-part episode, we continue our deep dive into the inner fashion sanctoms of nineteenth century "dudedom," exploring everything from dude fashion trends to the epic, nationally publicized battle to be "King of the Dudes." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

1
The Gilded Age "Dudes" of Fashion, Part I (Dressed Classic) 38:01

2M ago38:01

38:01

In this two-part episode from 2022, we travel back in time to a bygone era when "dude" meant "dandy" and learn all about the now lost fashionable connotations of one of the most popular slang terms in modern parlance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Dressed Media

1
Fashioning the Gilded Age: Tariffs, Thieves, and TV with Dr. Elizabeth L. Block (Dressed Classic) 30:22

2M ago30:22

30:22

Nothing gets between a woman and her fashion! Dr. Elizabeth Block joins us for part two of our 2023 episode on Gilded Age fashion in a discussion on fashionable smuggling, thievery, and the costumes of Gilded Age Season 2! Want more Dressed: The History of Fashion? Our website and classes Our Instagram Our bookshelf with over 150 of our favorite fa…

1
Fashioning the Gilded Age: The Women Who Influenced French Fashion with Dr. Elizabeth Block (Dressed Classic) 48:22

2M ago48:22

48:22

French haute couturiers reigned supreme during the late 19th and 20th centuries--but they did not achieve this status on their own. This week we revisit our two-part interview with Dr. Elizabeth Block, who joined us in 2023 to discuss her book Dressing Up: The Women Who Influenced French Fashion which celebrates the lesser known figures behind the …

1
An Interview with "Gernreich Girl" Barbara Flood (Dressed Classic) 45:23

3M ago45:23

45:23

In this 2021 episode, Barbara Flood joined us to discuss her passion for fashion that spans her 1960s and 70s modeling career as a "Gernreich Girl" into the present day. Want more Dressed: The History of Fashion? Our website and classes Our Instagram Our bookshelf with over 150 of our favorite fashion history titles Dressed is a part of the AirWave…

1
Dressed in History: 100 Years of Collecting Fashion with Jessica Pushor 1:06:41

3M ago1:06:41

1:06:41

Recorded live at the Chicago History Museum, “librarian of clothing” Jessica Pushor takes us behind the seams of her exhibition Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective. On view at the museum until July 27th, 2025, the exhibition celebrates the museum’s incredible 50,000+ fashion and textile collection, but also the many people who ha…

1
Did Someone Say "Dialogue Alley Merch?" 20:14

3M ago20:14

20:14

Thanks for listening to Season 5, Episode 19 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Melanie and Erik talk about: News: Erik and Melanie met up for dinner! The Dialogue Alley merch store is here! Check it out here! Dialogue Alley is the official podcast of The Potter Collector Carly @alltheprettybooks on Instagram Erik @knockturnerik on Instagram Melan…

1
On the Dressed Bookshelf 35:20

3M ago35:20

35:20

The Dressed Bookshelf has over 150 fashion history titles and counting! This week, we highlight some our favorite recent additions. Books discussed in the episode: Azzedine Alaia: A Couturier’s Collection Claire McCardell: The Designer Who Set Women Free by Elizabeth Evitts Dickenson Dress History of Korea: Critical Perspectives on Primary Sources,…

1
Pink and Blue: Telling the Boys From the Girls in America, an interview with Jo B. Paoletti 49:20

3M ago49:20

49:20

Is it pink for girls and blue for boys OR is it pink for boys and blue for girls?!! Professor Jo B. Paoletti, author of Pink and Blue: Telling the Boys From the Girls in America, joins us to discuss the history of childrenswear and the role clothing plays in children's developing concepts of gender. Want more Dressed: The History of Fashion? Our ⁠⁠…

1
Mayor of Fashion Town, an interview with Fern Mallis 1:03:48

3M ago1:03:48

1:03:48

Fern Mallis joins us today to speak about her career which spans six decades of shaping, supporting and championing first American fashion, and later turning her expertise towards developing fashion weeks around the globe. Want more Dressed: The History of Fashion? Our ⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠classes⁠⁠⁠ Our ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ Our ⁠⁠⁠bookshelf⁠⁠⁠ with ove…

1
25 Years of "Make It Work" with Tim Gunn 50:21

3M ago50:21

50:21

Internationally beloved teacher, mentor, and fashion authority Tim Gunn returns to Dressed to discuss his sixteen seasons at Project Runway and the origins of his famous catchphrase "Make it work." Want More Tim Gunn: Tim's Instagram Tim's 2022 Dressed Interview Want more Dressed: The History of Fashion? Our website and classes Our Instagram Our bo…

1
Lightning!! The New Sprayed Side Edge from Spain 43:55

3M ago43:55

43:55

Thanks for listening to Season 5, Episode 18 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Carly and Erik talk about: News: New Book Arrivals! Main Segment: This episode is all about the newest book from Spain! Philosopher's Stone with lightning bolt side edge. Translation of the Show: Philosopher's Stone (2025) from Spain Dialogue Alley is the official podc…

1
The Fortuny Delphos Gown: A Herstory 26:33

3M ago26:33

26:33

One of the most iconic dresses in fashion history, the finely pleated, Grecian-inspired "Delphos" gown is synonymous with Mariano Fortuny, but it should be credited to his partner in life and work Henriette Negrin. This is her story. Recommended resources: "More than a Muse" article Google Arts & Culture article on the Delphos "The Knossos Scarf" L…

1
Joy Goddess: A'Lelia Walker and the Harlem Renaissance with A'Lelia Bundles 57:27

3M ago57:27

57:27

A'Lelia Bundles joins us to discuss the remarkable life of her great-grandmother--and namesake--A'Lelia Walker, a defining figure of the Harlem Renaissance and the subject of her recently published book Joy Goddess: A'Lelia Walker and the Harlem Renaissance. More from A’Lelia Bundles: “Madame C.J. Walker” Dressed episode On Her Own Ground: The Life…

1
The Legend of Beau Brummell, an interview with Dr. Chloe Chapin, Part II 45:30

4M ago45:30

45:30

In part two of our episode on the 19th century English dandy Beau Brummell, Dr. Chloe Chapin joins us again to question the many myths surrounding Brummell, and we take a closer look at what the historical record actually reveals. Want more Dressed: The History of Fashion? Our ⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠classes⁠⁠⁠ Our ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ Our ⁠⁠⁠bookshelf⁠⁠⁠ …

1
The Legend of Beau Brummell, an interview with Dr. Chloe Chapin, Part I 53:04

4M ago53:04

53:04

This week we continue the life, legend and myth of arguably the most famous dandy of all time, Beau Brummell. In part one of this episode, Dr. Chloe Chapin joins us to establish his biography and regale us with the many anecdotes of Brummell's sartorial snobbery. Want more Dressed: The History of Fashion? Our ⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠classes⁠⁠⁠ Our ⁠⁠⁠…

1
Translation Yearbook Edition! 15 Superlatives in 15 Minutes 43:26

4M ago43:26

43:26

Thanks for listening to Season 5, Episode 17 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Carly, Erik, and Melanie talk about: News: HBO Max Casting Reveal Erik and Carly both got new books Main Segment: Remember your high school yearbook? Remember who had be hair? Well, we discuss 15 superlatives that would go in our translation collection yearbook! Dialog…

1
Project Runway Season 1, Episode 11: Finale Part Two 2:03:07

4M ago2:03:07

2:03:07

The fashion may not be universally great, but the petty fights and drama make up for it all. Some highlights: Shoegate, Wendy's random costume change Kara Saun's unmasking The joy of Jay Stick around for the categories and an announcement about Season 3 of Pure Cringe!By Maria McQuaid

1
Superfine: Tailoring Black Style with Monica L. Miller, Part II 56:40

4M ago56:40

56:40

Monica L. Miller joins us all this week to discuss her groundbreaking exhibition ⁠Superfine: Tailoring Black Style⁠, which celebrates over 300 years of Black style through the lens of dandyism. On view now at the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art until October 26th, 2025. Further learning: ⁠Monica's tour of the exhibit tour⁠ ⁠Supe…

1
Superfine: Tailoring Black Style with Monica L. Miller, Part I 43:21

4M ago43:21

43:21

Monica L. Miller joins us all this week to discuss her groundbreaking exhibition Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, which celebrates over 300 years of Black style through the lens of dandyism. On view now at the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art until October 26th, 2025. Further learning: Monica's tour of the exhibit tour Superfine…

1
Introducing History Daily... 35:44

4M ago35:44

35:44

Today we introduce you to one of our favorite history podcasts, History Daily. And one of the reasons that we think you all will enjoy History Daily’s content is we share a common belief as they say that “History is human.” History Daily finds the overlooked and often forgotten human stories behind the names and dates of ordinary history. Which we …

1
Fashion History Now #68 31:57

4M ago31:57

31:57

Our latest edition of "Fashion History Now" is an around the world journey. From Japan to Australia to New York, we shine the spotlight on documentaries, exhibitions, and ethical products that celebrate fashion's past, present and future. To enjoy: ⁠Hazel Village's⁠ ethically made woodland animals To follow: Keita Motoji's Linkedin Instagram: @kimo…

1
Books Trends: These Things are SO in! 1:20:46

4M ago1:20:46

1:20:46

Thanks for listening to Season 5, Episode 16 of Dialogue Alley! In this episode, Carly, Erik, and Melanie talk about: News: Epic Universe is officially open! Main Segment: We discuss book trends! There are things these days that book publishers are doing to get people to want books. Translation of the Show: House Editions of Philosopher's Stone Dia…

1
Project Runway Season 1, Episode 11: Finale Part One 1:16:09

4M ago1:16:09

1:16:09

In this penultimate episode of the season, we see Tim Gunn use his chin to navigate all over America to visit the 3 finalists in their natural habitats. Things get petty quickly, once sleeping arrangements are on the table. Kara Saun and Wendy do a soft audition for the Zeus Network, and Jay tries hard not to be anyone's whipping boy. Fashion every…

1
Leigh Bowery: Phantasmagoric Couturier, an interview with Fiontán Moran, Part II 44:12

4M ago44:12

44:12

In this week's two-part episode, we explore the work of the "phantasmagoric couturier" Leigh Bowery, who has been described as "artist and art object, a thing to see, to experience." Primarily using dress and his own body as his medium of expression, Bowery's work was equally at home in contemporary art institutions and in the London club scene dur…

1
Leigh Bowery: Phantasmagoric Couturier, an interview with Fiontán Moran, Part I 53:49

4M ago53:49

53:49

In this week's two-part episode, we explore the work of the "phantasmagoric couturier" Leigh Bowery, who has been described as "artist and art object, a thing to see, to experience." Primarily using dress and his own body as his medium of expression, Bowery's work was equally at home in contemporary art institutions and in the London club scene dur…

1
Fashion History Now #67: Listener Mail 26:41

4M ago26:41

26:41

This week we hear from some of our very favorite guests: YOU! From your questions about Medieval millinery to Brooke Shield's infamous campaign for Calvin Klein jeans when she was just 15 and a fashion history archive recommendation today we answer and review your listener mail. Want more Dressed: The History of Fashion? Our ⁠⁠website⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠class…

1
Dressed Diaries: Margaine-Lacroix’s "Dare to Bare" Gowns of May 18th, 1908 32:21

5M ago32:21

32:21

On May 18th, 1908, 3 fashion models were reportedly arrested at Paris's Longchamps racecourse. But just what was so criminal about the clothing they wore? On this first edition of our new "Dressed Diaries" series, we head back in time and straight into the pages of fashion history to investigate this scandalous event. Find Sue Ralph's blog post on …