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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Previous Episodes
- 048. Lorraine Wild: Redefining Design Education (w/ Louise Sandhaus)
- 047. Claire McCardell: Inventor of Casual Fashion (w/ Elizabeth Evitts Dickinson)
- 046: Sharon Werner: Imposter Syndrome
- 045. Clara Porset and Lindsey Colhoun: Frida Kahlo’s Favorite Chair
- 044. Rachel Saunders: From Burnout to Alignment
- 043. Edith Head: Hollywood Costumes & Controversies
- 042. Justina Blakeney: Creative Evolution
- 041. Maria Giudice: Design Superpowers & Big Tech
- 040. Tomoko Miho and Jessica Strelioff: Designing Space with Soul
- 039. Alex Proba on Persistence: From Pools to Posters and More
- 038. Tamara Mellon: The Woman Behind Jimmy Choo (w/ Rachelle Bergstein)
- 037. Susan Kare and Amy & Jennifer Hood: Pixel Pushing and Powerful Branding
- 036. Gee's Bend Quilters and Francine Thompson: Threads of Resistance
- 035. Jeanetta Gonzales on Mentorship
- 034: Ti Chang on Designing for Human Connection
- 033. Nanna Ditzel and Kate Arends: Furniture That Sparks Conversation
- 032. Elsa Schiaparelli: Where Fashion and Surrealism Began (w/ Darrian Wright)
- 031. Mary E. J. Colter: Fred Harvey’s Architect and the Fate of Altadena’s Past
- RERUN 006. Gail Anderson: On Racism, Resilience, and the Power of Mentorship
- 030. Mary Blair: Designing Disney’s Worlds (w/ Mike Asay)
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