Let's Get Ugly

Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Athena (@goddessbeautymakeup), celebrity makeup artist and founder of Athena's Makeup Academy (@athenasmakeupacademy_). Athena opens up about launching her academy and why the next generation of make-up artists need to be taught far beyond just technique. The girls get into beauty trends, shifting societal standards, and what it really takes to succeed as a commercial makeup artist today. Athena also shares her go-to beauty tips, industry insights, and the realities of building a career that lasts. Fun, honest and packed with insider knowledge. Enjoy!
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Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Julia Baldet @juliabadlet), founder of Elevate (@elevatewellnessuk). In what was such an eye-opening and honest conversation, Julia opens up about leaving the finance world to build a wellness brand from scratch and what it really takes to get there. She shares the story behind Elevate, from focusing on the health behind her smoothies to landing in Selfridges, and how she’s creating something that feels like a fresh take on wellness in London. The girls get into the financial side of business, the realities of funding, and the very real experience of being ghosted in a business context. Insightful, refreshing and genuinely fun. This one is for anyone building something of their own.

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Dressed by Uniqlo
Stylist: Sofia Lai
Hair Stylist: Yezi Yun

Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Olivia Petter (@oliviapetter), journalist, author and host of Red Lips Dating (@redlipsdating). Olivia opens up about the realities of moder Red LIps n dating, from dating app burnout and ghosting to the pressure of trying to find genuine connection online. The girls get into how social media and AI are changing the way we date, why so many people are rethinking marriage and commitment, and what it means to be single in a world that still romanticises relationships. Honest, funny and very relatable. This one is for anyone who has ever been left on read.

Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Bella Hoelk (@bellahoelk), founder of LENY (@leny_clo) and former designer at Maison Margiela, Burberry and Chanel. Bella opens up about stepping away from the luxury fashion world and building something that actually fits her life. She shares how LENY came from a real gap in her wardrobe, creating pieces that move from day to night without overthinking it. The girls get into leaving big names behind, figuring it out as you go, and building a brand that feels personal and suitable for a chaotic London lifestyle. Easy, elevated and very wearable. This one is for the fashionistas who want more from their clothes in a hectic city.

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Stylist: Sofia Lai
Hair Stylist: Yezi Yun
Make-Up Artist: Darrien Sasha

Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Paula Anselmi (@paulaanselmi), CEO of KLAYD (@the.klayd). Paula opens up about her journey from Indonesia to building a fashion brand rooted in elevated basics, with subtle cultural references woven into the branding. She shares what it really takes to start from scratch in a new city, her approach to hiring, and how she stayed motivated while navigating the realities of building a business. The girls get into cultural identity, global ambition, and the challenges of being a founder today. Smart, driven and refreshingly honest. If you want to build your own brand this founder story is for you.

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Stylist: Sofia Lai
Hair Stylist: Yezi Yun