Finding a great tailor can completely change the way you shop—and the way you feel in your clothes.

In this episode, Natalie is joined by two of her trusted style friends, Nick, a third-generation tailor and founder of Beyond Bespoke, and Stacie, who oversees client experience and operations. Together, they pull back the curtain on the world of tailoring, from the difference between a dry cleaner's alterations and custom tailoring to what to look for when searching for someone you can truly trust.

You'll also learn what terms like bespoke, made-to-measure, and custom actually mean, why tailoring is worth the investment, and how finding the right tailor can help you buy better, buy less, and wear your clothes longer.

Nick and Stacie will be back throughout the season to answer more of your tailoring questions, so consider this your introduction to two of Natalie's favorite experts.

Episode Notes & Resources:

• Follow Beyond Bespoke on Instagram for tailoring tips or visit their website to schedule an appointment. Mention this podcast to get 10% off at Beyond Bespoke
• Submit style questions you’d like answered in a future Wear Who You Are episode
• Join BU Style Circle online membership for more of Natalie’s style resources, live Q&As, and more. Use code BUCIRCLE for one month off your subscription.

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Is there still a dress code for Broadway, the West End, or live theater? Officially, no. Unofficially? Natalie has some very (very) strong thoughts.

As a personal stylist, lifelong theater lover, and Broadway co-producer/investor, she shares her take on what to wear, why she still believes dressing for the theater is part of the experience, and how to strike the balance between comfortable, polished, and authentically you.

Episode Notes & Resources:

• Need help with smart casual options, see my denim and core’drobe shopping guides
• Submit style questions you’d like answered in a future Wear Who You Are episode
• Join BU Style Circle online membership for more of Natalie’s style resources, live Q&As, and more. Use code BUCIRCLE for one month off your subscription

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I love a good packing strategy. But sometimes, when you've traveled enough, you forget the little things—the questions you no longer think to ask and the lessons that have become second nature.

After returning from Europe together, I loved hearing my niece Ashley reflect on her very first trip abroad. What was she so glad she packed? What never left the suitcase? What would she do differently next time? How did she approach shopping in Europe? And what surprised her most about the realities of international travel?

Ashley had such thoughtful takeaways and learned so much from the experience that I knew you, as a listener, would enjoy hearing them, too. Whether you're planning your own European adventure or simply love a good post-trip debrief, this conversation is full of practical tips, honest reflections, and the kinds of observations that seasoned travelers often forget to mention.

Episode Notes & Resources:

• Get the BU Style packing guide for Nat’s packing tips.
• Submit style questions you’d like answered in a future Wear Who You Are episode
• Join BU Style Circle online membership for more of Natalie’s style resources, live Q&As, and more. Use code BUCIRCLE for one month off your subscription.

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Feeling stuck defaulting to the same cardigan or blazer? In this Nat Chat, Natalie shares fresh, practical ways to layer your outfits without losing your style. From button-downs worn open to shirt dresses as dusters, vests for dimension, and creative scarf styling, this episode is all about rethinking pieces you already own—and using them in more interesting ways.

Episode Notes & Resources:

• See Allison’s Style Strategy for creative styling tips.
• Submit style questions you’d like answered in a future Wear Who You Are episode
• Join BU Style Circle online membership for more of Natalie’s style resources, live Q&As, and more. Use code BUCIRCLE for one month off your subscription.

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Clothing prices are up—and yes, it’s frustrating. In this Nat Chat, Natalie gets honest about the reality of rising costs and how we navigate it together. While we can’t control pricing, we can pivot. She breaks down how to spot quality (fabric, construction, finishing details) and where she’s currently finding strong options that don’t require the same old go-to brands. Practical, real-time guidance for shopping smarter right now.

Editor's Note: This episode was recorded before Everlane was acquired by Shein. References to Everlane reflect Natalie's opinions at the time of recording and do not represent her current views on the brand's quality or ethics.

Episode Notes & Resources:

• Listen to episode 41, “How Do I Find Affordable, Ethical Clothing?”
• Follow Andrea Cheong on Instagram for up-to-date quality reports
• Submit style questions you’d like answered in a future Wear Who You Are episode
• Join BU Style Circle online membership for more of Natalie’s style resources, live Q&As, and more. Use code BUCIRCLE for one month off your subscription.

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Fabrics can make or break how your clothes look, feel, and function. In this guest episode, Natalie sits down with Wear Who You Are style friend Farida Raafat of DALYA to break down natural vs. synthetic fibers, when blends actually work in your favor, and how to think about seasonality. Plus, a deep dive into why wool might be the most underrated fabric in your wardrobe (yes, even year-round), what those “Super 120s” labels really mean, and how to navigate linen without the wrinkling frustration.

Episode Notes & Resources:

• Submit style questions you’d like answered in a future Wear Who You Are episode
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Planning a Europe trip and tempted to buy brand-new “walking shoes”? Pause. Straight off a trip to Europe with her niece, Natalie shares how to stay comfortable and avoid the stereotypical tourist look. From why those bulky new sneakers aren’t the move to what actually works on the ground, this episode helps you travel with intention—and still feel like yourself.

Episode Notes & Resources:

• See the BU Style Shoe Guide to help give you inspiration
• Submit style questions you’d like answered in a future Wear Who You Are episode
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Feeling like everyone suddenly looks the same? You’re not imagining it. In this Nat Chat, Natalie breaks down why algorithms are shaping our style more than we think—and how to break out of the cycle. From rethinking influence to building a wardrobe rooted in personal history, favorite brands, and signature pieces, this episode is your reset for creating a style that actually feels like you (and not the internet).

Episode Notes & Resources:

• Revisit episode 3, “Inspiration vs. Aspiration”
• Submit style questions you’d like answered in a future Wear Who You Are episode
• Join BU Style Circle online membership for more of Natalie’s style resources, live Q&As, and more. Use code BUCIRCLE for one month off your subscription.

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