In this episode of The Fitting Room, we are sitting down with Jas (@bibianderson), a designer and vintage collector based in New York and Hong Kong, blending fashion influences from every city she touches. In this podcast, she shares some of her prized vintage finds and how to take fashion a little less seriously. Her style? A mix of intention, nostalgia, and play.

Jas and Hazel talk about the joy of thrifting, and the influence of early fashion magazines and online communities on her style. Jas shares stories about uncovering archive pieces, her favorite fashion mishaps, and the joy of collecting garments that carry history.

The guest explores how style evolves across cities and phases of life, the balance between dressing for yourself and for others, and the importance of curiosity in developing taste. Jas also offers candid advice for finding your style, why fashion should feel like a playground, and how contradictions — between eras, textures, and moods — make the best outfits.

In this episode of The Fitting Room, Hazel speaks with @jakob.pablo — a Queens-based visual artist exploring the intersections of visual art, fashion, and self-expression. Jakob is a regular presence in New York’s creative scene and, as he says, also happens to know the best sandwich in the city.

They discuss Jakob’s fashion journey — from streetwear to flowy, androgynous silhouettes that define his current style. Jakob reflects on the influence of online fashion forums, the lessons learned from his mother’s style influences, and how music continues to shape his aesthetic. The conversation dives into conscious buying, how to balance self-expression with consumer restraint, and the artistry behind clothing construction.

Brand mentioned: https://wenjuelu.com/

Find more of Jakob’s work on Instagram @jakob.pablo and X @jakoboffline.