Dahlia is joined by writer and journalist Justine Picardie to talk about her new book Fashioning the Crown and the role clothing plays inside the royal family. The conversation looks at how dress becomes part of the institution’s communication from confidence and presentation to the quieter work of “dress diplomacy.”

They explore how clothing shapes the way the monarchy is understood, why certain choices carry weight, and how garments can signal continuity, change or intent. Justine also reflects on her career in journalism and how years of reporting shaped the way she reads clothes, archives and the stories behind them.

Justine Picardie is the author of seven books, including the international bestsellers Miss Dior: A Story of Courage and Couture and Coco Chanel: The Legend and the Life. Previously the editor-in-chief of Harper’s Bazaar, she was an investigative journalist for the Sunday Times, columnist for the Telegraph, editor of the Observer Magazine and features director of Vogue.

Stressed But Well Dressed is hosted by Dahlia Stroud and a new episode of the show is released every Friday with Dahlia interviewing a guest on the link between clothes and confidence and discussing their version of well-dressed.

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Dahlia is joined by Ginny Seymour, CEO of fashion brand ALIGNE to discuss clothes, confidence and cultivating a community through a brand.

Ginny shares her background in fashion retail and the journey that she has taken the ALIGNE brand on since she became CEO in 2023. She shares how under leadership they pivoted the brand design and presentation, creating a clear handwriting for ALIGNE and more recently partnering with SheerLuxe - the biggest activation for both brands to date.

The conversation covers how to embody the role of CEO of one of the hottest new fashion brands, London vs New York street style and why ALIGNE is focused on psychographics not demographics creating what Ginny describes as an 'attitude' of confidence.

Ginny Seymour is the CEO of ALIGNE, the London-bornwomenswear brand she re-founded cand reimagined in 2023 with a clear mission: to redefine contemporary fashionthrough design-led, accessibly-priced hero pieces made for modern women. Under her creative and strategic leadership, ALIGNE has established a distinct aesthetic rooted inconfident silhouettes, sharp tailoring, and refined essentials designed to power everyday life withease and confidence.

Born in Toronto, Seymour began her career in New York as a Contemporary Buyer at Saks Fifth Avenue and brings more than 20 years of global fashion leadership acrossdesign, merchandising, product development, e-commerce, marketing and operations. Hercareer spans senior roles at Saks Fifth Avenue, Holt Renfrew, Hudson’s Bay Company, Roots Canada and Astrid & Miyu, shaping brand and product strategies across NorthAmerican and the UK.
Since relaunching ALIGNE as a DTC-first brand in 2023, Seymour has overseen significant growth in the UK – where the brand is designed and creatively led – whilethoughtfully expanding into the U.S. market. ALIGNE recently launched with Nordstrom and opened a New York operational hub to support international scale and community growth. Known for its tailoring, outerwear and denim, ALIGNE has cultivated a growing global community of women who value confidence, craft, and clothing with purpose.

Beyond fashion, Seymour is a dedicated advocate for women’s empowerment, mental health, and women’s sport. She champions initiatives that create pathways for women tothrive, including support of Smart Works, the UK charity helping women re-enter the workforce, and programs uplifting athletes from grassroots to professional level.Seymour is based between New York and London, where she lives with her husband and two sons.

Dahlia is joined by Liv Lewis, known on instagram under the handle 'Ultimate Girl Gang' to discuss stress, dress, divorce and dating.

Dahlia and Liv dive into an honest, grounded conversation about how divorce reshapes your identity, exploring what it really means to move from being part of a partnership to rediscovering yourself as an individual. They unpack the emotional, practical and deeply personal shifts that happen when a long-term relationship ends, and how that transition forces you to confront who you are without the structure of a couple.

Liv shares her lived experience of going through a divorce—what the process demanded of her, how it changed her day-to-day life, and the unexpected ways it challenged her sense of self. She talks openly about the emotional fallout, the rebuilding phase, and the slow, sometimes uncomfortable work of understanding what you want, what you value and how you want to show up in the world after a major life change.

The conversation explores how significant transitions—like divorce, separation or the end of a long-term relationship—can shape your identity and push you into a new chapter of personal growth. Dahlia and Liv discuss how to rebuild confidence from the inside out, how to reconnect with your own voice, and how to create a life that feels aligned with who you are becoming.

They also touch on the lighter, practical side of starting again: what to wear when you begin dating after divorce, how style can support confidence, and how clothing can help you express a renewed sense of self. It’s a thoughtful, relatable discussion for anyone navigating identity shifts, rediscovery and the realities of life after divorce.

Liv Lewis lives in the Cotswolds with her 4 daughters and runs the instagram account 'Ultimate Girl Gang'. Her love for fashion has seen her previously holding roles at Christian Louboutin and Net-A-Porter.

Dahlia is joined by Tea Colaianni founder and chair of WiHTL the collaborative community driving inclusion across Hospitality, Travel, Retail and Leisure industries to reflect on International Women's Day.

The conversation unpacks the purpose of the day and whether it is still relevant in 2026. Dahlia and Tea talk about the need for companies to have clear policies and practices - and how stressful it can be for employees who work in a culture where policies and practice don't appear to align.

The discussion includes Tea's view on the theme for 2026 which was 'Give to Gain' and whether women should actually feel the need to continue to 'give' in order to gain equality.

Tea shares examples of where she has challenged the status quo, how she has built her confidence and the real business value of inclusive leadership.

Tea Colaianni has more than 30 years experience in consumer facing industries gained in organisations like Hilton Hotels and Merlin Entertainments. A lawyer by training, after a successful executive career as Chief People Officer, Tea has built a broad advisory portfolio serving on multiple boards as a Non-Executive Director. She is currently Senior Independent Director and Chair of the Remuneration Committee at The Watches of Switzerland Group Plc and Non-Executive Director at SD Worx NV. Tea was previously Vice-Chair and Chair of the ESG Committee at Canford School. Tea is the Founder and Chair of WiHTL & Diversity in Retail, a member organisation counting over 115 of the most recognisable brands in the hospitality, travel, leisure and retail industries worldwide with a mission to create diverse and inclusive working environments and positively impact 5 million employees globally by 2030

Dahlia is joined by Becky Pritchard to discuss how clothes became her anchor when her son was diagnosed with a rare condition.

Becky's family life was uprooted to London whilst her son received treatment at Great Ormond Street Hospital for a six month period and during that time Becky had to dig deep to build strength, courage and resilience.

A chance meeting with a stranger allowed her to see that self-care was not just something that it was 'ok' to do whilst her child was having treatment but also critical to preserve her wellbeing.

Dahlia and Becky discuss how clothes became Becky's anchor and really did take her from stressed to well-dressed at a very challenging time.

With over two decades in the audio industry Becky turns branded podcasts into must-listen content at award-winning agency Distorted. She also sits on the Board of Directors at Audio UK, is a judge for multiple industry awards and is a regular speaker at industry events. She is known for herinnovative and trend-sharp approach.
BUT, on top of her professional capabilities, most importantly Becky is a Mum and has experienced first hand life in and out of hospital with a child suffering from a serious and rare auto-immune condition. In 2026 Becky has committed toraising funds for Leeds Children's Hospital and Great Ormond Street.

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Stressed But Well Dressed is hosted by Dahlia Stroud and a new episode of the show is released every Friday with Dahlia interviewing a guest on the link between clothes and confidence and discussing their version of well-dressed.

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Dahlia is joined by Tamu Thomas to discuss why our work should add value to our lives but so often ends up depleting us.

Dahlia and Tamu discuss how to make our work work for us and what to do when it doesn't. Tamu gives practical tips on how to get honest about the work we are doing and how it is making us feel. She explains how to rewire your nervous system after burnout giving listeners practical advice on what it means to stay less stressed and more well dressed.

Tamu Thomas is a Human Flourishing Specialist, keynote speaker and mentor for emerging thought leaders. Her book, Women Who Work Too Much was published by Hay House in 2024.

She helps high-performing women and future focused organisations evolve the way they work so ambition, wellbeing and high-performance coexist without burnout.

A former social worker with16 years experience, Tamu blends the science of human safety, connection and behavior change to translate complex human dynamics into clear, actionable leadership strategy. Her approach centres nervous system safety, belonging and joy as essential foundations for sustainable high performance.

Alongside her organisational work, Tamu supports founders, service-based professionals and emerging thought leaders to build magnetic, commercially viable speaker brands that position them as the obvious choice for paid opportunities.

Tamu’s insights have made her a trusted voice for brands such as NatWest, Ralph Lauren, Stylist Magazine, Santander, Harper’s Bazaar, TikTok, Grazia magazine and Brunel University. She is known for delivering mindset-shifting content with warmth, precision and clarity making big ideas feel both accessible and transformative.

Her signature belief: Work should develop us not deplete us. When it's grounded in meaning and purpose it can become a source of connection and flourishing that fuels our wellbeing.

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Dahlia is joined by Galina Sobolev, designer, stylist and former model to discuss clothes, confidence and cultural influences on how we dress.

In this episode, Dahlia speaks with fashion designer Galina Sobolev about her life, her move from Odessa to New York, and the experiences that shaped her career in the American fashion industry. Galina shares how immigration, early ambition, and the cultural shift of arriving in the United States influenced her creative direction and long-term success.

Topics covered in this episode:

• Galina’s childhood in Odessa and what it meant to grow up in a creative household

• Her family’s move to New York and how that transition opened the door to fashion

• The early years of building a career in the American fashion industry

• How she developed her design identity and approach to dressing real women

• Her memories of Studio 54 and how that nightlife era shaped her understanding of style, confidence, and culture

• The evolution of her brand and the lessons she has carried through decades of work

• Her perspective on longevity, reinvention, and staying relevant in a changing industry

  
  

  Why this episode matters:

  Galina’s story offers insight into the immigrant experience, the realities of building a fashion career in New York, and the cultural impact of Studio 54. She also shares practical thoughts on confidence and how women can style themselves today in a way that feels modern, intentional, and true to who they are.

  . Galina Sobolev is a fashion designer known for her long-standing influence in the American fashion industry. Born in Odessa and raised in a creative family, she immigrated to New York as a young woman, where she began building her career in design. Over the years, she has developed a reputation for creating clothing that prioritises fit, confidence, and real-life wearability. Her early experiences in New York, including the cultural energy of the Studio 54 era, shaped her understanding of style and self‑expression. Today, Galina continues to design, mentor, and share her perspective on fashion, identity, and how women can dress with intention and confidence.

  She can be found on instagram @galinasobolev

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Dahlia is joined by Anna Mathur to discuss stress, psychotherapy and gaining support from those around you.

Anna is a psychotherapist and best selling author and explains in the value that therapy can offer in our everyday (rather than being reserved for moments of crisis). Dahlia and Anna discuss ways to source support in our lives, understanding boundaries and recognising how and where in our network we can seek out support when we need it most. The conversation includes a look into our 'uncomfortable truths', what it means when we 'self sabotage' and how to bring us back into the present and remember who we are and what we can and do handle in our everyday

Anna Mathur is a psychotherapist and bestsellingauthor. She's passionate about taking therapy out of the consulting room, sharing her personal and professional experiences online. She offers supportive insights across social media platforms, via online courses, at in-personevents, and through her incredibly popular podcast, The Therapy Edit. Anna's podcast has over 4 million downloads, with guests including Fearne Cotton, Sophie Ellis Bextor, Anna Whitehouse, Holly Tucker, Giovanna Fletcherand Liz Earle.

Anna is frequently called upon as an expert for printand broadcast media, having featured in The Times, The Telegraph, iNews, ITV’s This Morning, BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Radio 4 Woman’s Hour, amongst others.Her previous books include Sunday Times bestsellers Mind Over Mother, Know Your Worth, Raising a Happier Mother and The Uncomfortable Truth.

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