The 8 Best Fashion History Podcasts

A list of the Best Fashion History Podcasts handpicked by our community on Podyssey.

Last Updated: Mar 11th, 2022

  • 1. Black Fashion History

    A fashion history podcast celebrating the past and present contributions of black people around the world to the fashion industry. It's black history, but make it fashion! Hosted by Taniqua.

    Black Fashion History

    1 FAN

    Latest Episode

    Ep. 73: Noire Narratives | Dr. Dyese Matthews on Representation of Black stories in Fashion History

    42:17 | Feb 5th

    In this conversation, Taniqua Martin speaks with Dr. Dyese Matthews about her journey from a childhood influenced by her mother's fashion sense to her academic pursuits in fashion history. She discuss...Show More

  • 2. Dressed: The History of Fashion

    With over 7 billion people in the world, we all have one thing in common. Every day we all get dressed. Join Dressed as we explore the social and cultural histories behind the who, what, when of why we wear.

    +66 FANS

    Most Recommended Episode

    Fashion History Mystery 41: The Incredible Origin of Cat-Eye Glasses

    26:00 | Mar 12th, 2020

    2 RECOMMENDATIONS

    What do millionaires, harlequins and cigarettes have to do with the iconic cat-eye frame? Tune in to find out! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.c...Show More

  • 3. The Museum at FIT Fashion Culture Podcast

    The Museum at FIT’s Fashion Culture podcast provides new perspectives on the history, impact, and evolution of fashion.

    museumatfit

    2 FANS

    Latest Episode

    Yves Saint Laurent's Mondrian Dress Series | Fashion Culture

    46:47 | Mar 1st

    Piet Mondrian's abstract paintings were appropriated by various aspects of popular culture throughout the 1960s, notably by Yves Saint Laurent in his 1965 dress series. Co-authors Nancy J. Troy and An...Show More

  • 4. Sample Size Podcast

    Join co-hosts and fashion fangirls Jadan (@Iam_Jadan) and Noelle (@noelle.wtf) as they go on deep dives into fashion history, break down the latest industry news and trends, and mispronounce the names of European fashion houses.

    Sample Size Media

    Latest Episode

    Somebody's Getting Fired

    34:28 | May 31st, 2023

    Hi friends! Life has been crazy for us lately but Jadan is here for a quick solo episode about some recent fashion mess. Every few days, a new Creative Director is being fired or "exiting the brand" a...Show More

  • 5. COVERED

    Covered is a fashion history podcast hosted by Ruby Redstone and Natalie Brennan that examines the legacy of the clothes we wear today. Each episode of Covered will focus on a different moment in fashion history. Where do our trends come from? And ho...Show More

    Natalie Brennan and Ruby Redstone

    Latest Episode

    Give Me A Show

    41:35 | Jun 25th, 2024

    In the 18th century, women carried around pineapple-shaped purses as a status symbol, as a political statement, and, frankly, because it was adorable. For the last episode of Season 2, we dig into the...Show More

  • 6. What Were You Thinking?

    A personal billboard to the outside world, fashion really can reflect a much wider personal story than is often told. The clothes we choose to wear help to reveal the story of our lives. Join Henry Holland on a sartorial journey like no other where h...Show More

    Henry Holland

    Latest Episode

    Shatter the myth Paul Smith

    43:24 | Oct 23rd, 2020

    Designer. Curator. Living legend. Sir Paul Smith shares the highs and lows from his fashion journey which spans 50 years this year. What was the first collection he showed at Fashion Week like? How di...Show More

  • 7. The Invisible Seam

    Often unappreciated, but never unnoticed - welcome to the show that celebrates Black contributions to fashion.  Hosted by fashion educator Kimberly Jenkins, this five-part series explores moments in history when Black Americans demanded respect, cha...Show More

    Pineapple Street Studios | The Fashion and Race Database | Tommy Hilfiger

    Latest Episode

    Loose Threads

    26:10 | May 25th, 2022

    Fashion academia and the fashion industry don’t often talk to each other, but that’s exactly why we have this podcast. In this bonus episode, Kimberly sits down with Randy Cousin, who leads The People...Show More

  • 8. Up Yours, Downstairs! A Downton Abbey Podcast

    The podcast that watched Downton Abbey so you didn't have to is still going! Just like your favorite British period piece, but with more feelings and swears! Bask in the glory of Dame Maggie Smith as hilarious Anglophiles Kelly Anneken & Amy Schneide...Show More

    Kelly Anneken & Amy Schneider

    3 FANS

    Latest Episode

    The Comeuppance of Sir Nincompoop

    1:28:07 | Sep 15th, 2025

    Reunited and it feels so good! Kelly and Amy dish about what's been going on with them (Jeopardy! Chronic foot pain!), the fact that they did not recap Downton Abbey: A New Era, and their thoughts and...Show More

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