Women Designers You Should Know
Redesigning history by celebrating women. Amber Asay (host and designer) highlights groundbreaking contributions of women designers who have shaped the world we live in today. From graphic designers to architects, industrial designers to fashion icons, we explore the inspiring stories of the women who came before us, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations.
There's a dual approach in each episode, with a designer as a featured guest, we'll uncover the remarkable journey of a historical figure, shedding light on their innovative designs, their challenges, and their triumphs. The goal is to make these extraordinary women household names, ensuring that their legacies are rightfully celebrated and recognized for their profound impact on design history.
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- 047. Claire McCardell: Inventor of Casual Fashion (w/ Elizabeth Evitts Dickinson) 05.08.2025
- 046: Sharon Werner: Imposter Syndrome 22.07.2025
- 045. Clara Porset and Lindsey Colhoun: Frida Kahlo’s Favorite Chair 08.07.2025
- 044. Rachel Saunders: From Burnout to Alignment 24.06.2025
- 043. Edith Head: Hollywood Costumes & Controversies 10.06.2025
- 042. Justina Blakeney: Creative Evolution 28.05.2025
- 041. Maria Giudice: Design Superpowers & Big Tech 13.05.2025
- 040. Tomoko Miho and Jessica Strelioff: Designing Space with Soul 29.04.2025
- 039. Alex Proba on Persistence: From Pools to Posters and More 15.04.2025
- 038. Tamara Mellon: The Woman Behind Jimmy Choo (w/ Rachelle Bergstein) 01.04.2025
- 037. Susan Kare and Amy & Jennifer Hood: Pixel Pushing and Powerful Branding 18.03.2025
- 036. Gee's Bend Quilters and Francine Thompson: Threads of Resistance 04.03.2025
- 035. Jeanetta Gonzales on Mentorship 18.02.2025
- 034: Ti Chang on Designing for Human Connection 12.02.2025
- 033. Nanna Ditzel and Kate Arends: Furniture That Sparks Conversation 04.02.2025
- 032. Elsa Schiaparelli: Where Fashion and Surrealism Began (w/ Darrian Wright) 28.01.2025
- 031. Mary E. J. Colter: Fred Harvey’s Architect and the Fate of Altadena’s Past 21.01.2025
- RERUN 006. Gail Anderson: On Racism, Resilience, and the Power of Mentorship 14.01.2025
- 030. Mary Blair: Designing Disney’s Worlds (w/ Mike Asay) 07.01.2025
- 2024 Rewind: Highlights and Insights 31.12.2024
