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Dress: Fancy: The Podcast About Dressing Up
Lucy Clayton
100 episodes
A smart, playful and interrogative take on contemporary fashion and its context – weaving together sartorial and social history to tell powerful, surprising stories of identity.
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Hosted by Lucy Clayton together with a selection of special guests including designers, artists, writers, activists, academics and of course, the dresser uppers themselves, this show explores the way we dress in all its creative, sequinned and chaotic glory.
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Behind the scenes at the Met for "Women Dressing Women", with conservator Melina Plottu (Christmas Special)
In this episode we go behind the scenes at the Met for the Costume Institute's new exhibition "Women Dressing Women" with curator Melina Plottu, textiles conservator, as our guide. Learn about the process of preparing…
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The Lee Miller Story. With Ami Bouhassane, Robin Muir, Josephine Ross and Lucy Clayton
In this episode we explore the life and work of iconic artist, Lee Miller, in anticipation of the new film starring Kate Winslet. Links • Follow @dressfancypodcast on Instagram • Follow @mslucyclayton on Instagram •…
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Fashion City: How Jewish Londoners Shaped Global Style
Today's episode takes us to the Museum of London – where the major contribution of Jewish designers in making London an iconic fashion city is recognised in a new exhibtion. Revealing the stories of Jewish fashion…
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Fashion & Propaganda with Amber Butchart and the Fashion & Textiles Museum
This episode celebrates a new exhibition at the Fashion & Textiles Museum here in London: "The Fabric of Democracy: Propaganda Textiles from the French Revolution to Brexit" with curator, writer and broadcaster Amber…
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Season of the Witch – Dress: Fancy Halloween special 2023, with Cathi Unsworth
You can trust Lucy Clayton to take you to some dark places each Halloween but this year, we bring you the ultimate guide to Goth. Author Cathi Unsworth has written the definitive history of Goth and joins us to talk…
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The Closet, with author Teo van den Broeke
Lucy Clayton meets with Soho House's editorial director and former style director for British GQ and Esquire, Teo van den Broke to discuss his debut book - a memoir about self discovery and finding yourself through…
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Dressing Barbie: the Movie Debrief, with Carol Spencer
As promised! Following our interview with Barbie designer Carol Spencer, author of "Dressing Barbie" host Lucy Clayton meets up with Carol once more, to discuss the Barbie Movie. This treat sized episode is a forensic…
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End of Season Message + Summer Holiday Things to Do & Read!
Welcome to this end of season message from host Lucy Clayton. Full of recommendations for things to see and read over the summer. Please review the show. Links • Follow @dressfancypodcast on Instagram • Follow…
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Peak 90s Fashion & the Ghost phenomenon with founder Tanya Sarne
Ghost. Iconic 90s fashion – accessible, desirable and machine washable. In the latest episode of Dress: Fancy, Lucy Clayton revisits this fashion moment with the Ghost founder herself, Tanya Sarne, whose rollercoaster,…
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Dressing Barbie: Designing Fashion for a Style Icon – An Interview with Carol Spencer
At DRESS:FANCY podcast we are eagerly anticipating the release of Greta Gerwig's Barbie Movie (July 20th). To prepare, host Lucy Clayton tracks down Carol Spencer, who designed Barbie's wardrobe for over 35 years -…
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Part 2. Behind the Scenes: "Crown to Couture" at Kensington Palace
Join host Lucy Clayton and curators Polly Putnam and Claudia Acott Williams on a grand day out at Kensington Palace. This is Part Two of a two part special, recorded after the curator tour of the exhibition itself. If…
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Coronation Special: Crown to Couture at Kensington Palace
Join host Lucy Clayton and curators Polly Putnam and Claudia Acott Williams on a grand day out at Kensington Palace - for a behind the scenes tour of the new Crown To Couture exhibition. This is Part One of a two part…
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Launch Party for "Rihanna and the Clothes She Wears" with Author Terry Newman
On DRESS:FANCY podcast we love nothing more than a shameless rummage around in a celebrity wardrobe. And there is no one we'd rather do it with than author Terry Newman, who's forensic knowledge of who wore what and…
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Secrets from a Victorian Woman's Wardrobe
On the latest episode of Dress: Fancy, Lucy Clayton uncovers the secrets from a Victorian woman's wardrobe with author Kate Strasdin and her enchanting new book The Dress Diary of Mrs Anne Sykes. This extraordinary…
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Inside the Real Bridgerton Court: Who Was the Real Queen Charlotte?
In advance of the eagerly anticipated Shondaland spinoff series "Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story" (Netflix, 4th May), Lucy Clayton takes a look at the real-life story behind one of television's most compelling…
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The Crown in Vogue with Robin Muir & Josephine Ross
Lucy Clayton interviews Robin Muir & Josephine Ross, authors of "The Crown in Vogue) – join us as we rifle through the Vogue archive of a century's worth of Royal Reporting. From Coronations, Weddings, Jubilees,…
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Costume Anxiety & the Nativity Play – The DRESS:FANCY 2023 Christmas Special!
It's the most wonderful time of the year, the DRESS:FANCY podcast Christmas special! Join Lucy Clayton for an episode filled with glitter, nostalgia and dressing up as we explore the chaotic world of the Christmas…
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The Definitive Guide to Dressing Up – A History of Fancy Dress in Britain
Lucy Clayton is joined by Verity Wilson, author of Dressing Up: A History of Fancy Dress in Britain, for a glorious exploration of the creative and chaotic ways costume plays a role in national identity. Full of…
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Dress: Fancy needs your Christmas costume dramas!
This year, our Christmas special theme is costume anxiety and the nativity play. Together with a nursery school head teacher, Lucy will be answering your questions about making papier-mâché camels, sourcing the best…
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The House of Embroidered Paper – Reimagining Regency Fashion with artist Stephanie Smart
Host Lucy Clayton visits artist Stephanie Smart, on location at Worthing Museum, for a masterclass in quilling and a tour of Stephanie's work – Regency fashions crafted only from paper. In this extraordinary, intimate…
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The Crown Bonus Special: Meet Lucy's Mother AKA Accidental 90s Princess Diana Lookalike
DRESS:FANCY podcast celebrates the launch of the new season of Netflix's The Crown with this by popular demand bonus show… following our episode with Eloise Moran of @ladydirevengelooks, host Lucy Clayton interviews…
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Lady Diana Revenge Looks
In this episode we turn our attention to one of the most revered style icons in all the world – Princess Diana. Join host Lucy Clayton and Eloise Moran, founder of the cult Instagram @ladydirevengelooks and author of…
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Haunting Fashion: Clothing Beyond the Grave
Our annual Halloween show is the highlight of the DRESS:FANCY year. Host Lucy Clayton is joined by writers Rosalind Yana and Chris Woodyard to explore the perplexing human impulse to imbue clothes with meaning beyond…
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The Official Laura Ashley Fan Club
Dress: Fancy begins a new season with a special episode exploring the history and influence of Laura Ashley – join host Lucy Clayton and fellow Laura Ashley obsessives Isabel Spearman, founder of the hugely influential…
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New season trailer – Autumn/Winter 2022
Host Lucy Clayton gives a glimpse of what's in store for the new season of Dress: Fancy. Links • Visit our website • Follow @dressfancypodcast on Instagram • Follow @mslucyclayton on Instagram
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Unhidden: Disability, accessibility, and universal design in fashion – with entrepreneur and activist Victoria Jenkins
Lucy Clayton is joined by Victoria Jenkins, Founder and CEO of the clothing brand Unhidden. Victoria is an award winning adaptive designer, disability advocate, write and speaker and here she shares her story, as we…
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"You're Doing it Wrong" – A Celebration of Fashion, Beauty and Misogyny Throughout the Ages
Lucy Clayton is joined by guest Kaz Cooke, bestselling author of "You're Doing it Wrong: A History of Bad & Bonkers Advice to Women" for a fresh, funny and furious look at the terrible advice women have been told for…
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Gloves: Function, Fashion and Fantasy
Lucy Clayton is joined by Dr Anne Green, author of "Gloves: An Intimate History" for an exploration of the history of gloves, right through to their role in contemporary fashion. This episode is full of surprising and…
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How to Care for the Shoes, Bags & Clothes You Love with The Restory
Lucy Clayton is joined by Emily Rea, Co-aFounder of The Restory for a masterclass looking after the stuff you love. From simple reheeling to full blown reimagining - discover how aftercare can transform your wardrobe,…
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Launch Party for "Harry Styles and the Clothes He Wears" with Author Terry Newman
Feather boas at the ready! Join Lucy Clayton in conversation with author Terry Newman to celebrate the upcoming launch of her new book - a delicious, deep dive into the wardrobe of fashion icon Mr Harry Styles. A rock…
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Fashioning Masculinities – The Art of Menswear at the V&A
Join Lucy Clayton for a private guided tour of the V&A's new blockbuster exhibition: Fashioning Masculinities, The Art of Menswear with curators Claire Wilcox and Rosalind McKever. Recorded on location at the V&A…
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In Intimate Detail: Everything you need to know about lingerie with Cora Harrington and Lucy Clayton
For the first time, in this episode of DRESS:FANCY we're taking OFF our clothes to uncover what lies beneath... Guest Cora Harrington is an American writer and commentator widely recognised as one of the foremost…
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Sali Hughes & Lucy Clayton introduce Beauty Banks x DRESS:FANCY
Welcome to a new season of DRESS:FANCY where we're using our collective power to do some good by partnering with the charity Beauty Banks. Together, we're launching their micro donation campaign. Join beauty industry…
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New Season Trailer – Spring 2022
THE podcast about dressing up. Listen to discover what the new season of Dress:Fancy has in store. Links • Visit our website • Beauty Banks • Follow @dressfancypodcast on Instagram
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Dressing Up With… Lou Taylor
From the makers of DRESS:FANCY podcast comes a new series about the messages and meaning behind what we wear. Host Lucy Clayton is joined by designers, artists, activists, celebrities and members of our listening…
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Part 2: A Very British Scandal, with Adrian Tinniswood
Join Lucy Clayton, author Adrian Tinniswood, Margaret Ducness of Argyll and the international jet set for a conversation about the social context surrounding this fashion icon and controversial society figure. Inspired…
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A Very British Scandal: The Real-Life Wardrobe of the Duchess of Argyll
Hands up if you enjoyed "A Very British Scandal" the BBC drama written by Sarah Phelps, starring Claire Foy and Paul Bettany? ****OF COURSE YOU DID! So, here's a treat for everyone craving more salacious and sartorial…
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Christmas Special - Dress: Fancy Goes to Claridge's
It's here! The DRESS:FANCY Christmas special. This is always a show full of delight and sequins but this year, it's an extra-glittery treat because we're taking you all to Claridge's. Join Host Lucy Clayton as she…
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Dressing up with... Alex T Smith
From the makers of DRESS:FANCY podcast comes a new series about the messages and meaning behind what we wear. Host Lucy Clayton is joined by designers, artists, activists, celebrities and members of our listening…
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Styling Sustainability with Patrick McDowell
Lucy Clayton is joined by special co-host - maverick designer, sustainability campaigner and consummate dresser upper, Patrick McDowell. Sustainable fashion is the future - but it's also an opportunity to demonstrate…
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Mary Quant: the Life and Times of a Fashion Legend – In Conversation with Director Sadie Frost
Lucy Clayton is joined by special guest co-host Sadie Frost – fresh from directing the new documentary about the life and times of fashion legend Mary Quant. Lucy and Sadie discuss the legacy of Quant as a design…
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Dressing in Disguise: Evasions, escapes, and emancipation
Join Lucy Clayton and Guest Co-Host Patrick Grant for an exploration of the history of dressing for disguise. This episode covers clothes for evading detection, getting away with murder, avoiding unwanted attention or…
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Dressing Up With... Phin Harper
From the makers of DRESS:FANCY podcast comes a new series about the messages and meaning behind what we wear. Host Lucy Clayton is joined by designers, artists, activists, celebrities and members of our listening…
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Noble Ambitions: The Fall and Rise of the Post-war Country House, with Adrian Tinniswood
Join Lucy Clayton and author Adrian Tinniswood to celebrate the launch of his new book. With the grandest houses in Britain as the backdrop to this episode, we take you to a period where tradition meets tripping out…
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My Beautiful Radium - Glow in the Dark Halloween Special
Join Lucy and Ben for an exploration of fashion's eternal fascination with Glow in the Dark. From the heart-wrenching story of the Radium Girls in the 1920s to neon nights in the 1990s' rave scene, this is a halloween…
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Dress the Baby Halloween Costume Competition
Reflecting on the season that has been, and teasing exciting future developments, Lucy and Ben introduce a frighteningly fun competition for Halloween to keep listeners engaged in the costume drama! Links • Follow…
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Code Purple: Costumes & Cavorting with Prince
In this episode, Lucy and Ben are joined by author Casci Ritchie to talk about the life and wardrobe of one of the greatest artists of all time: Prince. Reflecting on gender, race and the role of costume in the…
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Dressed x Dress: Fancy Go Through the Looking Glass
Inspired by this season's epic exhibition at London's V&A museum, April and Cassidy, Lucy and Ben play dress up in a collaborative show about the influence of Alice in Wonderland on fashions past and present. From…
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Dressing for Laughs: Comedy in Costume
This episode puts the gags front and centre. We don't mean the effortless banter between Lucy and Ben, or her relentless teasing of him (which is only funny for one!), but the laughter and joy that is inherent in…
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Paper Dreams: Costumes from Crêpe
Inspired by a listener's costume design project, this episode explores the possibilities – and problems – of dressing up with paper. As Lucy struggles with her own creativity (paper patterns are harder than they…
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