In this episode of the Style Arcades Podcast, we’re joined by Bronte, Founder and Editor of Femme Country Magazine, and Sarah , CMO of Astrid & Miyu, for a conversation exploring personal style, self-expression, fashion publishing and the jewellery trends shaping the way we present ourselves today.
From magazine front covers and fashion photoshoots to piercings, ear stacks and building communities through creativity, we discuss confidence, individuality and what it takes to create brands people genuinely connect with.

This episode was filmed on location at the Astrid & Miyu store in Victoria Leeds. If you’re considering a new piercing or looking to curate your perfect ear stack, you can book an appointment online via the Astrid & Miyu website.

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What does it take to build an independent business that customers genuinely love?
In this episode of Style Arcades, Michelle is joined by two inspiring founders: Lisa Angel, founder and Creative Director of the award-winning gifting and jewellery brand Lisa Angel, and Holly Kragiopoulus, co-founder and CEO of North Star Coffee Roasters. Together, they explore the realities of building businesses with purpose, personality and longevity.
From turning passion into a profession to creating brands that become part of people’s daily lives, Lisa and Holly share the defining moments of their entrepreneurial journeys, the lessons they’ve learned along the way, and what they believe sets truly great independent businesses apart. The conversation covers everything from creativity and customer connection to community, sustainability, branding and leadership.
They also discuss the challenges and misconceptions of being a founder, the importance of supporting local and female-founded businesses, and what consumers will value most in the years ahead. Plus, stay tuned for quick-fire questions covering coffee orders, style icons, favourite gifts and the small things currently bringing them joy.

In episode 15 of Style Arcades, we’re joined by Nicholas Nicola, founder of Allertons, and celebrity makeup artist Sally Rowe, founder of Sally Rowe Beauty, for an honest, expert-led conversation on the evolution of modern beauty.

From the shift towards enhanced natural beauty to the truth behind trending topics like glass skin and microneedling, this episode cuts through the noise to reveal what actually works. Together, Nick and Sally share their insight on the products, treatments and techniques that deliver real results, from achieving healthy, radiant skin to using makeup in a way that lifts and enhances rather than hides.

We also explore Sally’s journey from modelling at 14 to working on red carpets and launching her own beauty brand, alongside the realities of building a business with purpose. In a deeply personal moment, she shares how her brand has become a source of strength and focus through life’s most challenging experiences.

Whether you are trying to simplify your routine, understand the latest beauty trends or feel more confident in your skin, this episode is packed with honest, empowering advice.

Topics include:
Glass skin, microneedling and what actually works
The shift to natural, “less is more” beauty
Skincare vs makeup — how they work together
Confidence, ageing and evolving beauty routines

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