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The by Fiona Wood podcast aims to bring designers, brands and businesses we work with to life through conversations.
Episode Guide
1.25 About this episode
Fiona is joined by the most calm and energetically amazing MakeUp Artist of the stars this week, Buster Knight.
Buster is solely responsible for the fabulously glamorous faces of celebrities such as Millie Bobby Brown, Kris Jenner, Katy Perry, Ashley Graham- just to name a few!
Seeing make-up as a true form of social art, Buster creates magic for red carpets, events and photo shoots. He travels the world for his private clients and is one of the most sought after make-up artists globally.
You can check out a little bit of his work, and dive into his fabulous world by following him on instagram @Busterknight.
You can also book him for any upcoming occasion or event through the byFionaWood team by emailing us on
fiona@byfionawood.com or reaching out on your usual chat based media platform.
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Fiona sits down with her good friend, and absolute luxury industry legend, insider and guru, Joanna Taher. She is as knowledgable and connected as it gets, and if anyone can speak about what it is actually like working within the luxury industry- it is her.
Joanna is currently Head of the Dubai office at Luxury Promise, a pioneering pre-loved plaform for buying and selling luxury goods.
Based between London and Dubai, she is globally connected.
You can check out Luxury Promise online at LuxuryPromise.com or on instagram at @LuxuryPromise.
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This week Fiona is joined by the fabulous Claudia Lambeth, the CEO and founder of London's couture lingerie and loungewear brand, Luna Mae.
Luna Mae is the Savile Row of lingerie, and Claudia in turn has been prized with an array of awards for her entrepreneurship and talent.
Lingerie is so much more than an under garment, and has everything to do with female empowerment, confidence and feeling your absolute best self. What's more, Luna Mae is more than just lingerie, and ranges from ready to wear, lounge and swim through to baby, maternity, kids and even mens-clothing!
Consultations are private and by appointment only, but can be held globally. To see past collection examples of lingerie, swim and loungewear, or to learn more about the booking process, get in touch with the by Fiona Wood team on email at
fiona@byfionawood.com or through your usual chat based media platform.
You can also learn more about Luna Mae on instagram @LunaMaeLondon
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This Tuesday follows a bit of a break last week, and marks the halfway line of Season 1 of the by Fiona Wood podcast.
Fiona sits down for a solo episode where she answers some frequently asked questions, and discusses motherhood and the personal shopping business, as well as her current fashion and shopping wishlist.
To discuss your own fashion and shopping wishlists ahead of the Summer, chat with the by Fiona Wood personal shopping team via your usual chat based media platform, by emailing fiona@byfionawood.com
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Back again this week, for a new designer focused series, is our astrologist and aesotheric guide Noura Bourni. She sits down with Fiona to discuss the Loro Piana Fall Winter 2024/ 2025 collection, and how trends, patterns and styles can be traced back to astrology.
The designer series has launched with its first session this week, and will carry through to the Fall, focusing on the upcoming collection launches.
Noura offers a wide range of one-on-one astrological sessions via zoom or in person, from Natal Chart readings, guidance in navigating your Saturn Return to Tarot Card readings, meditation and much more. To book a session with her, get in touch with our team on email fiona@byfionawood.com or via your usual chat based media platform.
Fiona is joined by Dr. Vali on the podcast today, who has pioneered the beauty and wellness industry with a full 360-degree approach to beauty and wellbeing. Her oasis of a clinic within London's Selfridges is a destination for only those who know.
Honoured to be a part of the BDV Family, as a new mother and CEO, Fiona relies on a network of support to get her feeling her absolute best, so that she can perform to the level that is required- this is what Dr. Vali is not only famous for within her industry, but also top of her field in.
By Appointment only, get in touch with our team via your usual chat based media to learn more about Dr. Vali and her incredible array of services.
Fiona is joined this week by a true legend within the perosnal shopping world; Lupe Puerta. Founder of The Floorr Fashion, a brand new personal shopping engine that powers a curated, luxury shopping experience between style experts (personal shoppers) and their client base, filling a real hole in the industry for stylists. real expert when it comes to the industry, Lupe discusses shopping habits, patterns and the importance of a personal relationship.
You can learn more about The Floorr Fashion through their website https://thefloorr.com/or on instagram @TheFloorrFashion
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Fiona sits down with celebrity hair stylist John MacPherson, who runs a private hair studio in the heart of Notting Hill, providing hair and beauty services to the most VIP clients on a by appointment only basis.
The secret is out, and John is the name to know when it comes to fabulous, on-trend hair. He speaks about his journey into the industry, the services he offers and the difference between day-to-day hair and redcarpet looks.
To book a consultation or an appointment with John and his team, get in touch with the byFionaWood team first for an exclusive referral.
You can also dive deeper into John's wonderful world on instagram at @JohnMacphersonHair
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Fiona is joined this week by none other than Death by Dolls' Sara Al Saud.
From embellished phone cases to the famous denim jackets that the fashion world fell in love with, Sara speaks about her journey into the fashion industry, living between Riyadh, London, Paris and Los Angeles and what true luxury means to her.
To learn more about the Death by Dolls collection, and to order Sara's newest designs, get in touch with the by Fiona Wood personal shopping team via your usual chat based media platform, by emailing fiona@byfionawood.com, or you can also get in touch via our website.
To immerse yourself into the wonderful world of Death by Dolls, and learn a little bit more about the designs, collections and the brand, check them out on instagram at @DeathbyDollsOfficial
Our resident astrologer Noura Bourni is back on the podcast to discuss current shopping trends and habits that are moving away from the logo mania and bold, flashy styles we have been seeing in the past, and leaning more towards quiet, timeless luxury. Fiona and Noura discuss the importance of high quality fabrics and timless, everlasting style, as well as mindful shopping, and how this is a pattern that can be traced back, and seen in todays astrology.
Noura offers a wide range of one-on-one astrological sessions via zoom or in person, from Natal Chart readings, guidance in navigating your Saturn Return to Tarot Card readings and much more. To book a session with her, get in touch with our team on email fiona@byfionawood.com or via your usual chat based media platform.
You can also find Noura on instagram on @NouraBourni and via her website www.nourabourni.com
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Fiona sits down with the best kept secret within the global health and wellness industry; Charlie Hagan, to discuss how to achieve optimal health in all areas. From sleep and nutrition to the amount and type of exercise, Charlie leaves no stone unturned on his quest to give each client the oportunity to reach their maximum potential.
To book a consultation with Charlie Hagan, or to discuss ordering his customised smoothie service, get in touch on email fiona@byfionawood.com or via your usual chat based media platform.
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This week Fiona is joined by Emerald Dangerfield, artist, designer, lover of fabrics and prints and one half of Bloomfield Ink - traditionally hand block printed wallpaper designed and printed in the UK.
To discuss couture designs, wallpaper, fabrics or all things art with Emerald, get in touch with our team via your usual chat based media platform or on email at fiona@byfionawood.com.
You can also find Emerald on instagram at @BloomfieldInk and also on @TheDangerfields
This week Fiona has the absolute pleasure of sitting down with luxury exotic handbag designer, Ming Ray.
They discuss her journey into the luxury handbag world, and dive deeper into the meaning of the beautiful jewellery embellished butterflies that so often protrude out of the handles of Ming Ray's handbags.
To see Ming Ray's full handbag collection, get in touch with the by Fiona Wood personal shopping team via your usual chat based media platform, by emailing fiona@byfionawood.com, or you can also get in touch via our website.
To immerse yourself into Ming Ray's beautiful world of luxury handbags, and learn a little bit more about her and her brand, check her out on instagram at @MingRayOfficial
This week Fiona sits down with Ayesha Mahomed, founder and creative director of the newest breakout fine jewelery brand from Dubai, Toonz by Aysh.
A third generation jeweler, Ayesha speaks about the journey that has lead her to founding her creative dream Toonz, her family jewellery business Maison H, and her inspiration behind everything she designs and does.
To see the latest Toonz by Ayesh collection, get in touch via your usual chat based media platform, or email fiona@byfionawood.com to receive our curated edit of pieces we're obsessing over at the moment in a PDF format.
You can also findout more about Toonz by Aysh on instagram at @toonzbyaysh
Our fabulous resident astrologist and aesotheric guide Noura Bourni is back on the podcast to discuss current shopping trends and habits that can be related back to astrology.
Fiona and Noura sit down to discuss colours that are trending for Fall Winter 2024, and how they make perfect astrological sense. They also identify that it is the Season to be buying pieces that bring you the engergy of this year in the future.
Noura offers a wide range of one-on-one astrological sessions via zoom or in person, from Natal Chart readings, guidance in navigating your Saturn Return to Tarot Card readings, meditation and much more. To book a session with her, get in touch with our team on email fiona@byfionawood.com or via your usual chat based media platform.
You can also find Noura on instagram on @NouraBourni and via her website http://www.nourabourni.com
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Our resident astrologer, Noura Bourni, is back to speak about the undeniable connection between shopping and fashion and astrology.
Fiona and Noura discuss patterns in fashion and trends that have returned from the late 60s and early 70s, that can be found on the runways of Spring Summer and Fall Winter 2024.
Noura Bourni specialises in reading and translating Natal Charts, which showcase styles, colours and themes that work to empower and embrace ones true self to reach maximum potentials.
Get in touch to book your Natal Chart Reading, Saturn Return or Solar Return Guide with Noura, or find her on https://www.nourabourni.com and on instagram on @NouraBourni
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Fiona is joined by Rocky, the founder of London based jewellery brand Roxanne First.
Rocky speaks about her personal journey into the jewellery business, and discusses some of her favourite designs from her collections.
Roxanne First has recently opened a boutique on London's infamous Walton Street, which is located perfectly between Harrods and wonderful, iconic restaurants, and is a pop of colour and joy.
To learn more about the pieces, get in touch with the byFionaWood team on email at hello@byfionawood.com, or reach out via your usual conversation commerce platform.
This podcast aims to connect the designers and brands that Fiona works with, with her ever growing community at byFionaWood.
Want to get in touch with the byFionaWood team, or chat with Fiona about any topics you heard on the podcast today?
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Fiona speaks with fashion designer Patrick McDowell about his collections, and his view on aftercare. They discuss sustainability within the fashion industry and the importance of re-cycling and re-wearing garments, to give them a second home and a second life.
After graduating from the prestigious Central Saint Martins school, Patrick took on the duty of reinventing the role of a conventional fashion designer. Showcasing his debut collection at London Fashion Week in 2018, the designer has since captivated the industry and those who share his vision for a more sustainable fashion industtry and shopping culture, creating an accessible circular solution for high end luxury garments.
To explore Patrick's collecitons, or to discuss a custom order, get in touch on email fiona@byfionawood.com or via your usual chat based media platform.
In episode three, Fiona interviews Dr. Ewa Kania who has been a trailblazer in aesthetics medicine and healthcare innovation since earning her PhD in Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine in 2018.
She is a female founder, and set up SkinBestie, where she passionately champions natural solutions for skin and hair regeneration, pushing boundaries and setting new standards. She is set to launch a new form of private members club in the heart of London in 2025 - she calls it a temptation free spacer where you are never forced to choose between self-care and having a social life.
The concept of enoughness and the personal journey to reaching your full potential both in business and in ones personal life is discussed.
Want to book a treatment with Dr. Kania, or want to chat about any topics you heard here on the podcast, get in touch with the team.
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Fiona discusses the importance of spotting counterfit products, and authenticating luxury products with Farida Patel, a fellow Hermes specialist in the luxury goods industry and founder of Bags by Appointment.
With fake products supporting the likes of terrorism and fraud, Freddy is on a mission to cleanse the insustry of non-authentic bags, and is set to launch an authentication course both online and in person this month, where her team will teach buyers, sellers and collectors how to authenticate Hermes bags - which is so important!
To learn more about the authentication course, or to take part in the course, get in touch via email on fiona@byfionawood.com or through your usual chat based media platform.
Fiona sits down with the insta-famous Averik from The Pink Cooker today, to discuss all things vintage style cakes.
Trending London-wide, and as delicious as they are beautiful, personalised cakes for special occasions and events have become the thing-to-do over the last few years or so.
To order your vintage cake 6-8 weeks in advance, get in touch with the byFionaWood team on email at hello@byfionawood.com, or reach out via your usual conversation commerce platform.
You can also connect with Averik from The Pink Cooker on instagram, and let yourself be inspired by her pink world of floral and bow embelished cakes by following her on instagram @ThePinkCooker
Fiona speaks with her personal astrological guide, Noura Bourni about the connection between shopping and ones individual astrological make-up.
Noura Bourni specialises in reading and translating Natal Charts, which showcase styles, colours and themes that work to empower and embrace ones true self to reach maximum potentials.
Get in touch to book your Natal Chart Reading, Saturn Return or Solar Return Guide with Noura, or find her on www.nourabourni.com and on Instagram at @NouraBourni.
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Fiona sits down with Boyarde Messenger, the queen of customisation and wearable art, to discuss her journey into the world of painting on everything from Hermes Birkin bags to motorcycles. Boyarde brought together the art and fashion industries to create ultimate luxury- uniqueness, and confidence!
To book a consultation with Boyarde Messenger, get in touch with the byFionaWood team via your usual conversation commerce platform or on email at fiona@byfionawood.com
You can also find Boyarde and inspiration for your next wearable piece of art on instagram @Boyarde
Fiona introduces herself in this first ever solo episode, and speaks about coming to London and her career in Personal Shopping and Fashion.
byFionaWood was born out of the pandemic, and is now a go-to luxury personal shopping and lifestyle concierge business for a global client base of ultra high networth individuals.
This podcast aims to connect the designers and brands that Fiona works with, with her ever growing community at byFionaWood.
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Fiona chats natural aesthetics with London based aesthetics doctor, Dr. David Jack. He speaks about his most requested treatments, and the simple, yet effective skin care products that he created with the aim of treating skin health from the inside out.
To book a consultation with Dr. David Jack, or to discuss his product range, get in touch on email fiona@byfionawood.com or via your usual chat based media platform.
Want to get in touch with the byFionaWood team, or chat with Fiona about any topics you heard on the podcast today?