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In the series 3 finale Kiri chats to the incredibly smart and funny writer, podcaster, actor and comedian, and total style riot, Alison Spittle, live at the Machynlleth Comedy Festival 2023. Indie biz is My Poor Purse Email us whoyouwearingpod@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Author, actor, fundraiser, star of stage and screen, good egg, and all-round talent machine Giovanna Fletcher chats to Kiri. Indie biz of the week is The Spark Company Come to Swap Don't Shop @ The London Welsh Centre, 10 December 2023 email us whoyouwearingpod@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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This week Kiri chats to digital creator, stylist, model and muse, Triple Minor: a fearlessly black and queer trans non-binary humanoid, and one of Kiri's principle instagram crushes. Indie biz of the week is Kemi Telford Email us: whoyouwearingpod@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Cher, Marlene Dietrich and Elton John all feature among the STYLE ICONS of Kiri's season two guests in this bumper Christmas Special! Plus we hear what's being worn on the big day itself from the likes of Joe Lycett, Michelle de Swarte, Susan Calman, Dr Ronx, Rachel Fairburn and more! See you next year for season three! Producer: Jo Southerd Music:…
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For the season finale, British icon and comedy legend, Jo Brand speaks to Kiri. Jo speaks on coming up in the comedy scene, being labelled a lesbian, her father burnt all of her clothes, and how changing the colour of her hair sent her to the hospital. This conversation is full of gems. Who Are You Wearing is a Little Wander production. The produce…
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This week, Kiri is joined by queer icon, Suzi Ruffell. The suited and booted comedian talks about her Portsmouth roots, loving Von Dutch and how pop icons like Pink influenced her style growing up. You’ll also find out how Suzi and Tom Allen became suit twins on the same day. Who Are You Wearing is a Little Wander production. The producer is Sumit …
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Writer and fashion trendsetter Da’Shaun Harrison joins Kiri this week. Da’Shaun speaks on their Christian upbringing, the difficulty in finding clothes that fit to to developing a style that allows them to live their best Queer and Trans life. Kiri and Da’Shaun riff on heels, social media, colour blocking, and their reverence for drawstrings on clo…
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Drummer and award-winning presenter Owain Wyn Evans joins Kiri this week. Everyone’s favourite meteorologist explains how his style journey was driven by his professional career before taking a stroll down memory lane to reflect on classic 90s items including combats, Adidas tracksuit poppers, and crushed shirts. Owain also tells Kiri how members o…
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Comedian Rachel Fairburn joins Kiri this week. Rachel reflects on her childhood fashion including her Jurassic Park t-shirt. The co-host of the All Killa No Filla speaks on the Britpop era and how she ended up dressing up like Jarvis Cocker. Kiri and Rachel also share their love for the 80’s and full tracksuits. Who Are You Wearing is a Little Wand…
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Kiri is joined by the incomparable Dr Ronx. The Supa Dupa Fly doctor speaks on how their early fashion was influenced by the likes of Missy Elliott and Aaliyah, how clothing helps to shape their identity, and why they love a PVC bodysuit. Who Are You Wearing is a Little Wander production. The producer is Sumit Sharma. Artwork by Mari Phillips @myth…
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Kiri speaks to comedian, actress, and gal about town Catherine Cohen. The NYC-based comedian speaks about her roots in 'Houston, Texas baby', and how she was crazy in love with fashion at an early age. Kiri and Catherine also discuss the iconic styles of the Studio 54 era, winged eyeliner, and their unwavering admiration for Ariana Grande’s signatu…
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Stand-up, writer, actor and presenter Rhys Nicholson joins Kiri! Rhys recalls his deep discomfort in the Smash Mouth days of his youth (baggy shirts and denim shorts, anyone?), emulating the fashions of his older sister, and finding his style in fitted jumpers, breton stripes and snappy suits. Kiri and Rhys talk 60s fashion, putting on a show, and …
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Writer, filmmaker, drag performer and professional unicorn Amrou Al-Kadhi joins Kiri. Amrou talks about their upbringing in the Middle East and the influence it had on their style as a genderqueer child. We hear about the shifting aesthetic of Amrou's drag persona, Glamrou, and how she grew from hot-girl escapism into the classic Arab fantasy we se…
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Kiri's guest is comedian, writer and television presenter Susan Calman. Susan recalls growing up in Glasgow, and leaving home to smash the patriarchy in cherry red dr martens and tank girl boots. Susan tells Kiri how she used style to forge her identity on the comedy circuit, and how doing Strictly encouraged her to embrace her femininity. Kiri and…
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Pop superstar, gay icon and style connoisseur Ian 'H' Watkins joins Kiri. H tells Kiri about loving fashion from an early age, emulating pop culture, and being massively influenced by music, especially the pioneering fashions of Take That. Kiri and H discuss his incredible Steps wardrobe, dressing for the stage and designing their own costumes, and…
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Kiri chats to comedian, actor, and former model, Michelle de Swarte. Michelle takes Kiri through her style journey, from dressing up for Notting Hill Carnival in the 90s, with influences from hip hop culture and Jamaican dancehall, to her modelling days in New York in the early noughties. Kiri and Michelle discuss the politics of hair, some incredi…
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Comedian, actor, writer and presenter Tom Allen is Kiri's guest. Tom chats to Kiri about growing up gay, getting into formalwear and Victoriana as a teen, and finding confidence as a self-declared outsider, with style icons such as Mr Banks, Fred Astaire, and his eccentric Aunty Gilly. Join Kiri and Tom as they reminisce on the limitations of 90s m…
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Kiri speaks to conversion designer, sustainable fashion activist and founder of Converted Closet, Kate McGuire. Kate tells Kiri how a childhood fascination with Cindy dolls and Bunty magazine evolved into a celebrated career in clothes conversion, turning cherished second-hand pieces into high-end couture collections. Kiri and Kate talk post-pandem…
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Actor, comedian and undisputed style icon Lolly Adefope joins Kiri. Lolly tells us how her Shrill character Fran's wardrobe has influenced her own dress sense, and shares the inspiration behind those incredible red carpet looks, from the androgynous to the ultra-femme. Kiri and Lolly discuss aspirational haircuts, being indie teens, and Lolly encou…
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Comedian, presenter, artist and troublemaker Joe Lycett chats to Kiri. Joe shares his love of big coats and queer icons, his aversion to formalwear, and his fondness for playing with convention and gender fluidity in his style. Kiri and Joe talk Sewing Bee and the invaluable skill of dressmaking, and fawn over Joe's oscar-winning costume designer h…
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Kiri's back with a brand new series and her first guest is the impeccably well-dressed television presenter Miquita Oliver! Miquita takes us through her personal style from the grunge days of her youth, squat parties of her teens, and her time hosting Popworld. Kiri and Miquita deep dive on their shared passion for charity shops and second-hand clo…
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In this bonus episode, Kiri asks her series one guests what they wear at home on Christmas. Featuring Sindhu Vee, Rosie Jones, Stephen Bailey, Susie Wokoma, Sofie Hagen and more! 'Dolig llawen i chi gyd! Series 2 coming soon in 2022!! Who Are You Wearing is a Little Wander production. The producer is Jo Southerd. Artwork by Mari Phillips @mythsntit…
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Drag queen, DJ, cabaret performer and star of TV's Drag SOS, TeTe Bang is Kiri's guest! TeTe chats to Kiri about her rebellious rural upbringing, extols the virtues of the 90s Woolworths children's clothing range, and remembers the very real trauma of Geri leaving the Spice Girls. TeTe tells us her style journey through myspace, artschool, and the …
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Comedian, podcaster, author and activist Sofie Hagen joins Kiri. Sofie describes her childhood in Denmark as being largely disconnected from fashion, and tells of how she spent years cosplaying with femininity until she embraced being non-binary. Kiri and Sofie embark on a candid conversation that includes perceived gender, fat acceptance, thin whi…
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'Ghosts' actor Kiell Smith-Bynoe takes Kiri on his style journey from the tracksuits and reebok workouts of his grime MC days, via the cardigans of funky house, to his love of formalwear and tailoring. Kiell shares his experience of code-switching, and tells Kiri how fashion helped him cement his identity as one of the only black kids at his drama …
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Beloved standup, presenter and writer Stephen Bailey joins Kiri. Snappy dresser Stephen tells Kiri how he'd get into trouble wearing a dickie bow with his high school uniform, and then opt for jeans, shirt and a nice smart shoe to go drinking in the park as a teen. Stephen challenges the stigma surrounding men that wear makeup, and breaking the bou…
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Writer, stylist and consultant Aja Barber joins Kiri. Exceptionally well-dressed and exceedingly wise, Aja shares knowledge of her mastermind subject: the intersection of fashion and sustainability. Aja revels in the glory days of 90s Esprit, praises slow fashion and intentional shopping, and argues that all kids should be taught to sew in school. …
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CoppaFeel founder Kris Hallenga is Kiri's guest. Kris shares memories of her childhood wardrobe of clothes handmade by her mum, and the universal 90s girl dilemma of not having the guts to wear your best crop-top to school on non-uniform day. Kiri and Kris pay homage to style icon Avril Lavigne, praise the utterly transformative effects of liquid e…
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Kiri speaks with comedian, writer and actor Sindhu Vee. Brilliantly creative, Sindhu recalls the bold fashion choices she's unconsciously made throughout her fascinating life, from formative experiences at kindergarten in the Philippines, to dressing for defiance through college, and rocking tiny skirts on the trading floor. In this open and honest…
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Comedian, actor, and children's author Rosie Jones chats to Kiri about her brilliant style. Rosie tells Kiri how cerebral palsy affected her early relationship with clothes, how Dr Martens helped 4-year-old Rosie learn to walk, and how teenage Rosie used fashion to hide her sexuality. Rosie explains how her current fashion choices embrace both masc…
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Kiri chats to award-winning writer, performer and theatre-maker Travis Alabanza about all aspects of their personal style, from being a fashion-focused school kid with a platinum blonde afro, to realising gender is performative and clothes can give control when dysphoria feels uncontrollable. Travis discusses how their fashion choices helped them c…
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Fashion designer Coco Fennell creates stunning, hyper-femme, vintage-inspired pieces that have been worn by the likes of Kylie, Rihanna and Liz Hurley (what an iconic dinner party that would be!), so it's no surprise that her own wardrobe is also a veritable treasure trove. Coco and Kiri stroll down memory lane via low-waist Britney jeans, corsets …
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Super-stylish comedian Darren Harriott chats to Kiri, in a festival of light-up trainers, animal prints, and vintage baseball jerseys. Darren tells Kiri how he went from being the best-dressed kid in his class, to dressing like a skater but never going near an actual skateboard. Darren shares some confessions of a shopaholic, and pays homage to sty…
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Talent machine Sara Pascoe takes Kiri from her childhood as a headstrong gal bleaching her batman t-shirt in the bath, through her teen years in £3 wedges from Romford Market, to the present-day style we know and love. Sara says her penchant for bright colours and soft fabrics makes her feel like a 9-year-old with a debit card, and honestly, we're …
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Where do we start with style sensation Siobhan Murphy? Exploding onto our screens in February 2021, the former fashion student turned NHS comms boss was a finalist on BBC Two's Interior Design Masters, showcasing her talents in a festival of colour, print and texture. Siobhan speaks to Kiri from her stunning 1930s Art Deco house in West Yorkshire, …
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Seye Adelekan is the incredibly stylish Gorillaz bassist who's toured in the bands of Paloma Faith, Lana del Rey and Emeli Sandé. As well as a brilliant musician and songwriter, he's also one of the best-dressed in the biz! Seye tells Kiri about his formative years spent between Nigeria, Holland and Ecuador, and how his love for Sunday best led to …
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Dark cabaret darling, musical comedy misfit and RuPaul’s Drag Race UK star Joe Black joins Kiri to talk vintage villains, not saving it for best, and playing with gender in and out of costume. Joe tells Kiri about his teen goth years in Portsmouth, and how moving to Brighton helped with tapping into his queerness. Who Are You Wearing is a Little Wa…
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Laura Whitmore - TV star, podcast host, radio presenter, bestselling author - and, she’s ALWAYS turning looks. Laura chats to Kiri about her impeccable style, from growing up in a small Irish town, to dressing herself for MTV, navigating extreme media scrutiny, and choosing those iconic Love Island outfits. Laura reminisces over Adidas poppers, dis…
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Award-winning actor and star of Enola Holmes, Chewing Gum and Crazyhead, Susan Wokoma joins Kiri. Susie talks us through her show-stopping red carpet looks, the joy of drama, and the power of a great silhouette, as well as shedding light on the reality of being the only black actor on a TV set, and telling Kiri about the the time she met Christian …
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