Norma Kamali is a fashion innovator and true icon, and today, she’s sharing lessons from her remarkable life with the Naked Beauty audience. Norma and I discussed her early days of bringing vintage clothing from London to New York, the creation of innovative designs like the Sleeping Bag Coat and high-heeled sneaker, and her philosophy of making women feel great through fashion. We also into Norma's upbringing, her path-defining experiences, and her wellness routines that keep her vibrant at 80. Norma’s story underscores the importance of purpose, creativity, and self-care in navigating life’s challenges, and she provides such wise advice about longevity, relationships, and finding your true calling.

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(03:07) Norma’s experience growing up in Manhattan

(07:50) The fashion and beauty icons Norma looked up to as a young woman

(11:47) Norma’s early travels to London

(22:42) Establishing her own label

(27:52) Starting over after divorce

(33:02) Norma’s advice for discovering purpose and clarity in life

(37:43) Norma’s wellness routines

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Dr. Sharon Malone believes that every single person is their own primary caregiver and that we all need to take agency of our healthcare journey. In today’s episode, we unpack the key actions women need to be taking to safeguard their health. In our conversation, Dr. Malone discusses the historical context of healthcare and segregation, her inspirational journey to becoming a doctor, and her dedication to empowering women through accessible medical knowledge. Dr. Malone and I also discussed her book 'Grown Woman Talk,' which serves as a comprehensive guide for women navigating various health issues from their thirties to old age. Covering topics such as perimenopause, fertility, endometriosis, PCOS, and fibroids, she emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy in healthcare. This episode is a blend of personal storytelling, professional expertise, and practical advice on maintaining and improving women's health across different life stages.

Tune in as we discuss:

(01:40) Dr. Malone’s upbringing in the Jim Crow South

(15:19) Healthy habits we can all implement right now

(27:18) Navigating Fertility and Reproductive Health

(35:48) Endometriosis: Symptoms and Treatments

(37:16) Heavy Periods and Anemia

(41:07) PCOS: Symptoms and Misconceptions

(43:06) Fibroids and their impact on Black Women

(45:55) Perimenopause

(51:35) Hormone Therapy

Check out Dr. Malone’s New Podcast, The Second Opinion

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Alloy Health Topical Estriol Face Cream

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In this episode of Naked Beauty, we’re unpacking a macro trend in the industry: experts are back in the spotlight. My producer, Mbiye Kasonga, joins me to discuss the trend of consumers seeking guidance from experienced professionals online, and how that’s reflected in recent beauty launches led by expert makeup artists and dermatologists. Sephora is particularly invested in expert-led brands, with brands like Danessa Myricks, Charlotte Tilbury. Brooke shares her personal experience with professional makeup artists, and Mbiye discusses the trends that preceded this moment in beauty culture and the environmental factors that might be contributing to it. Stick around to the end of the episode for our favorite Latinx-owned brands, in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.

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Discover Our Favorite Latinx-owned Brands:

Aora Makeup

Maed Beauty

Chillhouse

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