Join Teddi Krochman and Melissa Pierce as they continue their delightfully unfiltered exploration of what our clothes say about us (and what we think they're saying about others).

In Episode 17, they welcome the deliciously eclectic Delphine Pontvieux, who's managed to be an actor, scuba diver, jewelry designer, and writer - all while keeping her French accent intact. Born in France but now embracing Chicago's creative spirit, Delphine brings a refreshing perspective on what happens when personal style refuses to be boxed into cultural expectations.

The conversation dances from Delphine's adventures in Hollywood to her creation of bold, unapologetic jewelry pieces at NYET Jewelry. Things get especially interesting when Delphine confesses that while her American friends see her as the walking embodiment of French chic, her style would make her Parisian friends raise their perfectly groomed eyebrows in confusion. It's a perfect reminder that sometimes the most authentic style is the one that makes the least sense on paper - and that's exactly what makes it fabulous.

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Join host Teddi Krochman, senior style icon and former mental health professional, and Melissa Pierce, entrepreneur and documentarian, as they continue their exploration of fashion psychology and cultural dynamics.

In Episode 16, fast friends Teddi and Melissa share an intimate conversation about family holiday traditions and clothing expectations, from formal Christmas dinners to casual gatherings. The discussion takes unexpected turns as they venture into predictions for 2025, celebrating Teddi's recent 71st birthday, and engaging in a frank discussion about end-of-life preferences - including Teddi's memorable declaration that she'd rather be shot out of a cannon than have a traditional funeral, and Melissa's costume party where you dress as yourself from the future.

Through their signature blend of professional insight and personal experience, they examine how holiday dress codes reflect deeper family dynamics and cultural expectations, while their musings about the future reveal how age and experience shape our relationship with fashion and self-expression.

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In Episode 15 of their fashion psychology podcast, hosts Theodora Krochman and Melissa Pierce welcome avant-garde artist and designer Jordan Chavez of InBetweenBranches, whose journey from rural Ohio to Chicago's vibrant fashion scene offers a compelling lens into the psychology of creative transformation. They explore how the artist's transition from hand-sewing to machine work parallels deeper themes of overcoming creative fears and embracing growth. The conversation delves into the fascinating intersection of folk art, queer identity, and classic Americana, examining how these elements combine to create fashion that makes the familiar strange. Jordan shares insights about his evolution from his 2022 debut collection "Folk Art Fantasy" to his recent "Rural Renaissance" showcase at the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, revealing how childhood imagination in rural spaces continues to influence his avant-garde designs.

As the discussion unfolds, they explore the psychological implications of blending rural and urban aesthetics, and how fashion serves as a narrative vehicle for personal transformation. The episode examines how Jordan's work challenges traditional fashion boundaries while maintaining a connection to his roots, creating pieces that are simultaneously soft and bold, classic and boundary-pushing.

Through his story of moving from fields to city streets, the conversation illuminates how location and environment shape not only our creative expression but our fundamental relationship with clothing and identity.

Follow Teddi, Melissa, and the show on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@teddilovesfashion⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@the.melissa.fierce⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠ ⁠@getdressedfordinner⁠⁠⁠

Follow Jordan at: ⁠@inbetweenbranches