The Charisse Report

• Ep. 310: An epic Fashion Month special; fashion insider interviews, backstage beauty from the Spring Summer 2026 shows and paying tribute to the late Giorgio Armani

  Welcome to my SS26 Fashion Month report, packed with backstage interviews and voice notes from fashion industry insiders.In this episode I take you through the shows I was most interested in from New York, London, Milan and Paris and share some backstage beauty moments with the likes of hair icons Sam McKnight and Eugene Souleiman and makeup artists Terry Barber and Yadim. Throughout I’ll be sharing clips from my upcoming interview with one of the most thought-provoking fashion commentators out there, Jay Tibbitts. New York-based Jay has become a real authority on talking about fashion where it’s less about opinions and more about facts, statistics and curiosity.Also, we have to talk about the passing of the legendary fashion designer Giorgio Armani, who died on September 4th, just before fashion month began, so I’ll be sharing insights from fashion industry insiders Edward Buchanan, Tamu McPherson and understitch, as well as an interview with Mimma Viglezio, former exec at Bulgari, Louis Vuitton and Gucci Group (now Kering) who also creates videos that share her unique perspective on the world of fashion. Of course a key question that comes up is: what will happen to Armani?I’d love to know what you think so feel free to pop into the DMS @thecharissereport or @charisse_kenion and do please leave a review for the show to let me know if you like these kind of deep dives!Wherever you're listening make sure to follow the show so you never miss another episode and don’t forget to subscribe to my Substack at thecharissereport.substack.com where you can check out many of the visuals I mention in this episode.LinksFollow Jay Tibbitts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaytibbittsFollow Mimma Viglezio on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mimmavICE magazine review: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQzQfQLCMsE/?igsh=MWU5cXJmNjVjZjcyYw==Khaite review: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOn4IjTCIDF/?igsh=MWlhYjd5dmQxZWgzZg==Ralph Lauren review: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOlLAXaiFEl/?igsh=MWV4Mm04d3J4MXdxNw==Campillo review: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOld2zjCLMS/?igsh=YnB4YWEwMzZvd3g3Michael Kors review: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOglxO-CDxE/?igsh=cHA5MGMzZ2R6ZXUxSimone Rocha review: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPthq-4iN_7/?igsh=MWNobnd0OTZwN3dydw==BoF article; Does Fashion know what Women want? https://www.businessoffashion.com/briefings/this-week-in-fashion/does-fashion-know-what-women-want/Saint Laurent part 1: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQADiSLCI1f/?igsh=MTdjeGpxNmlwcW40aQ==Saint Laurent part 2:https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQFSZI0CAKV/?igsh=dTJ1NHNkZmNybDFpSaint Laurent part 3:https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQH2s-SiPSq/?igsh=Zmp5a3Z4c2owazl6Richard Quinn backstage beauty:https://www.instagram.com/reel/DO3mrMcCN1d/?igsh=MXdpMmc2a2prd25vbA==Maison Margiela review: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPjFi3GCPa8/?igsh=MXM3ZnYyYzhoMWxwaQ==Bottega Veneta review:https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPlnN3vikr5/?igsh=MWFudHZmN2Y4dTlxeQ==Bottega Veneta Jacob Elordi campaign video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQuN2MpCAaX/?igsh=dmNvemk4bDJpZGs2SHOWstudio Milan Fashion Week panel discussion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qXtDw9PEIKU&t=111sTom Ford review: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPTvBO2iIjT/?igsh=MTBhbmNsMm95c25vcQ==Mimma’s ShowStudio panel on Giorgio Armani SS13: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V8DLsOgqkcwMimma’s Reel on Armani:https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOL-DNjiI_9/?igsh=MTcya2ZjMHh3YjcyZw==WHERE TO FIND MESubstack: https://thecharissereport.substack.comThreads: https://www.threads.net/@charisse_kenion/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charisse_kenionTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenionCheck out my ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme Business inquiries: [email protected]

  --------  

  1:13:07

  --------

  1:13:07
• Ep. 309: ‘Be present – everything matters!’ Naeemah Lafond; hair artist, educator and founder of Texture on Set talks motherhood, being audacious and why the hair industry needs to change

  Today I have an amazing guest, Naeemah Lafond, a true force within the hair industry.A first generation Haitian American who grew up in East Flatbush, Brooklyn, New York, Naeemah is well versed in hair at every level, as a stylist, artistic director, educator and someone who stands for change and real inclusion.In 2021 she worked with Pinterest on the hair pattern function to improve the user experience for Black, Brown and Latinx people with textured hair in search of style inspiration and advice.A year before, in June 2020, Naeemah created a guide about what needed to change when it came to Black creatives; from hiring black stylists to normalising Black beauty. While Naeemah’s focus was and is of course hair, her guide spoke to everyone in every industry.In this episode we discuss how Naeemah got her start in hairdressing and how her work fits alongside being a mother. She talks about the gap she began noticing in hair education and points out why the onus falls on the system, not the stylist and she shares on that stunning global fashion moment when she created the hair looks for the Christopher John Rogers AW20 show.By the way, there's a dedicated Substack on Naeemah's episode as well as a special video all about that epic Christopher John Rogers show over on my Instagram.Follow Naeemah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naeemahlafond/WHERE TO FIND MESubstack: https://thecharissereport.substack.comThreads: https://www.threads.net/@charisse_kenion/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charisse_kenion/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenionCheck me out on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme Business inquiries: [email protected]

  --------  

  53:43

  --------

  53:43
• Ep. 308: Bonus episode: Why Phoebe Philo could be the most powerful fashion designer

  Today it’s very stream of conscious bonus mini episode. I’ve been thinking about Phoebe Philo’s brand a lot lately. It’s a brand with pieces that I am very attracted to. And, being someone interested and intrigued with how brands market themselves, there’s definitely a lot that piques my interest about Philo.One thing that often gets my attention is the brand’s approach to social media; it’s so chill, almost like they - the brand, as well as the models showing the clothes - could care less. What we see are women simply getting on with their lives, while wearing Phoebe Philo and we get to watch.Ahead of the much-awaited Collection D, dropping early 2026, I wanted to talk and write about what I enjoy about Phoebe Philo, so I figured I’d put out a mini podcast and write it all down on Substack too. So if you prefer to read these words and see the accompanying images head straight to thecharissereport.substack.com – you can read it for free just please be sure to subscribe!Wherever you’re listening, do please subscribe to or follow the show so you never miss another episode of The Charisse Report.Next up I’ve got an epic fashion month round up for you! See you then.WHERE TO FIND MESubstack: https://thecharissereport.substack.comThreads: https://www.threads.net/@charisse_kenion/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charisse_kenion/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenionCheck me out on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme Business inquiries: [email protected]

  --------  

  15:15

  --------

  15:15
• Ep. 307: ‘Life’s too short to look like a 4 when you could look like a 10!' Content creator and makeup expert Gary Thompson on fillers, hair transplants and why it’s okay to unfollow

  If you know Gary Thompson, formerly known as The Plastic Boy, you’re in for such a treat with this episode because Gary shares on everything.In this episode the content creator and makeup expert talks about why he began creating videos over 15 years ago on Youtube, why he called himself the Plastic Boy and why he chooses to be so transparent and open when it comes to his use of fillers and hair transplants, including his recent moustache transplant. I can't remember how long I've followed Gary, but I do know why I follow him; he's one of the most charismatic and sweet humans you could encounter online, and he's exactly the same in real life - he's not one of those weirdo influencers that will talk to you online and then stare at you blankly when you meet them IRL.Gary also shares on his early inspirations, how his Nan was the first family member to discover he was wearing makeup and how his family has always been accepting of his sexuality.He also shares some thoughtful insights on social media, especially being a dark skin black man working in the very white woman-focused world of beauty, as well as why he believes you should never clap back and of course he talks about the beauty brands he loves.LinksFollow Gary on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garythompsonFollow Gary on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThePlasticBoyFollow Gary on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@garythompsonWHERE TO FIND MESubstack: https://thecharissereport.substack.comThreads: https://www.threads.net/@charisse_kenion/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charisse_kenion/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenionCheck me out on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautymeBusiness inquiries: [email protected]

  --------  

  1:09:17

  --------

  1:09:17
• Ep. 306: Makeup artist and DJ Raisa Flowers talks body confidence, inspiration and why the beauty world needs more colour

  Raisa Flowers is one of the most creative makeup artists we have - she does not do basic.Head to her Instagram feed and you’ll see countless magazine covers that feature her work with Teyana Taylor, Precious Lee, Pat Cleveland, Jodie Turner-Smith and many more. You’ll also learn that she’s a DJ and a voluptuous model who has no qualms with appearing nude.In this episode the New York-based DJ and makeup artist shares on everything from her first examples of makeup artistry via YouTubers Jackie Aina and Shrinkle, to how she’s learned to command a team backstage and she also shares on how she built her unapologetic confidence.We enjoyed doing this so much that we’re planning a follow up visual episode where Raisa promises to share all her favourite beauty products, so stay tuned for that!In the meantime be sure to follow Raisa on Instagram and let me know what you think of this episode. You can DM me on Instagram @charisse_kenion and if you’re listening on Spotify we can actually chat over there; so feel free to drop a comment and I will reply.Also, don’t forget the monthly newsletter which you can subscribe to for free over at thecharissereport.substack com.LinksFollow Raisa Flowers on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raisaflowers?WHERE TO FIND MESubstack: https://thecharissereport.substack.comThreads: https://www.threads.net/@charisse_kenion/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charisse_kenion/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenionCheck me out on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautymeBusiness inquiries: [email protected] #makeup #makeup artist #raisa flowers 

  --------  

  1:06:55

  --------

  1:06:55

More Arts podcasts

Trending Arts podcasts

About The Charisse Report