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Fashion Neurosis with Bella Freud

Bella Freud
Fashion
Identity
Music
Self-Expression
Mental Health
Creativity
Fashion Industry
Art
Bella Freud
Fashion Design
Beauty Standards
Personal Style
Relationships
Body Image
Gender Identity
Cultural Identity
Emotional Expression
Celebrity Culture
Vivienne Westwood
Hairdressing

Each week join the renowned fashion designer Bella Freud as she invites a special guest to lie on the couch and explore the connection between fashion and identity. Bella’s conversations begin with questions about style: what we reveal and hide through the clothes we wear. Bella also shares her own anecdotes and the conversations expand into deeper discussions on life’s universal themes - love, id... more

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Martine Syms is a multidisciplinary artist working across film, video, photography, and publishing.

Born and raised in California, she studied at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and gained an MFA from Bard College. From 2007 to 2012, she ... more

Anthony Vaccarello is a Belgian fashion designer. Born to Sicilian parents in Brussels, he studied law for one year before moving to the renowned La Cambre art and design school. Upon graduation, Vaccarello spent two years working for Karl Lagerfeld ... more

David Sedaris is an American author and humourist.

David’s first book, Barrel Fever, was published in 1994, and he has since published fourteen books including Calypso, and Me Talk Pretty One Day, with his essay collections regularly appearing on th... more

RERUN: In the first episode of Fashion Neurosis with Bella Freud, I was joined by the legendary fashion master of avant-garde gothic elegance Rick Owens as he lies on the couch. Rick Owens is known for his preoccupation with distortion and exaggerati... more

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Recent Guests

Anthony Vaccarello
Creative director of Yves Saint Laurent, designer
Yves Saint Laurent
Episode: Anthony Vaccarello
David Sedaris
Award-winning writer and diarist
Author of essay collections, short stories, and diaries
Episode: David Sedaris
Rick Owens
Fashion designer
Rick Owens brand
Episode: RERUN: Rick Owens
Kate Moss
Supermodel and cultural icon, guest on the episode
Fashion industry
Episode: RERUN: Kate Moss
Laurie Anderson
Artist and musician known for immersive performances and cross-disciplinary work
Independent artist
Episode: Laurie Anderson - Live at Tribeca Festival
Shania Twain
Award-winning singer-songwriter and performer
Self
Episode: Shania Twain
RM (Kim Nam-joon)
Leader of BTS, musician
BTS
Episode: RM
Rashida Jones
Award-winning actor, producer, and writer
Actress/Creator
Episode: Rashida Jones
Leïla Slimani
French-Moroccan writer and public figure featured as the guest
Author, public intellectual
Episode: Leïla Slimani

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Bella Freud
Host of Fashion Neurosis

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.2k ratings
  • Love the Jerry Hall Interview

    Love Jerrys advise, her stories from the past are fascinating, shes such a legend💖

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SadiePson
    Ireland13 days ago
  • Ugh. AI spon?

    Seriously, Bella. Read the room

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    drooosh
    United Kingdom18 days ago
  • Colm Toibin

    What an absolute joy listening to these two. Who knew fashion neurosis would be such a rich seam for storytelling. Gorgeous

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SophieAxelbank
    United Statesa month ago
  • Enjoyable

    I have enjoyed a number of Bella’s interviews. However, there are many that I find vacuous and, well, really shallow. 😕

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    seesaw70
    United Statesa month ago
  • Antidote to Everything Blaring and Rushed

    I’m not generally interested in fashion, but came here via some reading on Bella’s various interesting family and connections. Unexpectedly, I am enjoying the episodes, most especially Bella’s well-modulated, soft-spoken, gracious, and intimate style. She is well-born, and it shows. It’s perfect for winding down at end of day. For those who say she needs more energy I’d suggest there are plenty of other podcasts more suitable for you, but not nearly enough like this one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mhmlady
    United Statesa month ago

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RM
Q: Can you tell me what you're wearing today and why you chose these particular clothes?
RM discusses wearing Prada and the influence of Raf Simons, noting the support of his stylist friend and a preference for natural, understated colors that help him feel more himself.
Leïla Slimani
Q: How did your sense of identity shape your relationship with clothing growing up?
Clothing became a way to translate longing and to bridge cultures; in Morocco the gaze and social expectations pushed me toward careful choices, while moving to Europe allowed me to imagine multiple selves through what I wore, turning fashion into a stage for belonging and exploration.
Charli xcx
Q: How does clothing influence the mood and process of writing music for you?
Clothes act as a mood catalyst; wearing different fabrics and silhouettes can shift the atmosphere for a song, making certain lines feel more internal or more expansive, and influencing how I move through creative work.
Charli xcx
Q: Can you tell me what you're wearing today and why you chose these clothes?
I chose outfits that balance comfort with a sense of weather-appropriate style, prioritizing ease in a heat wave while still reflecting my mood and current project, which often blends performance with personal expression.
John Currin
Q: Did your father like your work?
He wasn't sure, but he understood it and was supportive in his own way, appreciating art and music and encouraging Currin's path.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fashion Neurosis

What is Fashion Neurosis about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Fashion-focused conversations that pair intimate, long-form interviews with questions about style, identity, and culture. Guests range from designers and artists to writers and musicians, with each episode exploring how clothing becomes a language for who we are, how we present ourselves, and how society negotiates gender, politics, and memory. The host guides reflective, personal discussions that blend fashion history, creative process, and human stories, often touching on empowerment, resilience, and the social roles fashion plays beyond aesthetics. Notable for its thoughtful tone, diverse guest roster, and the way discussions widen from style to universal themes, making it appealing to listeners who want depth, context, and personal stor... more

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2. David Sedaris
3. Rick Owens
4. Kate Moss
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6. Shania Twain
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8. Rashida Jones

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