Poised N Polished

It's Pride Month so I'm talking to LGBTQ-friendly barber Dez Marshall! Barbershops are a hotbed for masculinity  - so what happens when a queer person enters the room? Queer Barber Desiree "Dez" Marshall explains it all. In Part One of this two part episode, Dez breaks down what it's really like to be a queer person just trying to get a good haircut, and what she's doing to make barbershops a safer space for the LGBTQ community. She's also explaining barber/men's grooming things to me cause... I know nothing. Be social! We want to hear from YOU. Whether you are a queer person who has had unpleasant experiences, a straight person who doesn't even think of these things or anywhere in between let us know your thoughts! Live tweet using #PoisednPolished here: @PoisedPodcast @ItsEstaFiesta @DezIsDope

We all know Kara McCullough gave some controversial answers but who SHOULD have won the crown? This week Esta Fiesta is talking about her faves among the top 10, including who should have placed higher and who should have tried harder. Live tweeting the show? Tag @PoisedPodcast and use #PoisednPolished.

It's Met Gala Monday! You've heard of the exclusive event but do you know exactly what it is? I'm breaking down the history and purpose behind fashion's most important night and giving some background info about Rei Kawakubo, the Comme des Garcons designer being honored this year.  Listen on iTunes, Soundcloud, Acast or Stitcher. If you're live tweeting the show please use #PoisednPolished and/or tag @PoisedPodcast.

There's no reason you shouldn't be able to get EVERYTHING you desire from an exclusive limited edition collection so I'm sharing the tips that help me EVERY time! Be social! Follow @PoisedPodcast on Twitter.  Use #PoisednPolished to live tweet this episode!

It's Spring Break Season! You've probably got a vacation coming up soon, am I right? I giving out my top 10 tips for staying stylish on a getaway without carrying a heavy suitcase! Here's a link to the same tips in a blog post: http://livingfiesta.com/weekend-getaway-packing-tips/ Be social! Follow @PoisedPodcast on Twitter.  Use #PoisednPolished to live tweet this episode!

This week I'm speaking to Jasmine Harris of HUES Box about subscription boxes! Find out what made us both leave Birchbox, how we feel about the Essence Box disappearing and how HUES Box is trying to change the subscription box game! Be social! Follow @PoisedPodcast on Twitter and use #PoisednPolished to live tweet this episode! Find HUES Box at huesbox.com or on Twitter as @HUESBox.

I got a lot to be mad about *cough cough* Album of the Year *cough cough* but on this episode I'm just ranting about NYFW and the 2017 Grammys red carpet. Listen as I share my concerns! Also, it's Black History Month! I'm sharing an unsung black beauty hero - Christina Jenkins! Don't say Esty never taught you anything! Here's the article I reference regarding fashion shows turn into "See now, buy now events": http://glamazonsblog.com/2015/12/fashion-week-consumer-facing-buy-now/ . Here's a link to my thoughts on the 2017 Grammys red carpet:  http://livingfiesta.com/grammys-2017-best-worst-dressed/ Be social! Follow @PoisedPodcast on Twitter.  Use #PoisednPolished to live tweet this episode!

Hey Reese Witherspoon, how bout we NOT #AskHerMore?! This week Esta Fiesta is rattling off what she can't stand seeing during award season, like people demanding we ask actresses hard questions on the red carpet, and men who don't put effort into their look. Esta is also rattling off the new faces that make her excited to watch award shows - I see you Caleb McLaughlin! Check out Esta's thoughts on the 2017 SAG Awards red carpet looks at livingfiesta.com. Correction: Fifth Harmony got their start on The X Factor Follow @PoisedPodcast on Twitter Follow @ItsEstaFiesta on Twittter, Instagram, Pinterest, and Snapchat

Happy Birthday Michelle Obama! On her 53rd birthday I'm honoring the flyest FLOTUS I've ever seen in my lifetime. Let's celebrate how Michelle O's fashion choices have influenced both America and the fashion world and discuss her successor Melania Trump - will Melania be a fashion icon in the way that Michelle LaVaughn Robinson from the South Side has been? If you are live tweeting be sure to use #PoisednPolished or tag @PoisedPodcast Check out poisednpolished.com to sign up for the newsletter and follow @ItsEstaFiesta on Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and Pinterest! Listen on iTunes, Soundcloud or Acast!

New Year, New Beauty Routine! Esta Fiesta breaks down what a beautylution is and how you should pick one for 2017. Esta Fiesta also reports on how her year of vegan beauty went and shares her beautylution for the upcoming year. Checkout poisednpolished.com to sign up for the newsletter and follow @ItsEstaFiesta on Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and Pinterest!

Thank God 2016 is coming to an end cause I'm OVER IT! For the last episode of the year I'm flying solo - no guest! I'm sharing the trends I'm over and the ones I'm still holding on to I'm also sharing my true feelings on Pantone's 2017 color of the year Greenery. Don't forget, I'm currently accepting questions to be answered on the podcast. Send me your style questions via email or Twitter! If you haven't already done so please be sure to sign up for the Poised n Polished newsletter .

Who knew your makeup routine can be more important than your skincare routine? This week I'm speaking to Amanda Kezios of Mojo Spa about preventing and treating acne. Amanda shares tells me about her favorite product, the Illuminata, and I tell her how much I love their Go Green Facial Scrub. Visit mojospa.com for makeup that heals plus more amazing skin and body care products. Find @mojospa on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Who knew your makeup routine can be more important than your skincare routine? This week I'm speaking to Amanda Kezios of Mojo Spa about preventing and treating acne. Share this episode and don't forget to hit subscribe! Check out poisednpolished.com to sign up for the newsletter and follow @ItsEstaFiesta on Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and Pinterest.

How many ways can YOU accessorize a scarf? Lex Dieck of Lexicon of Style knows A TON! This week I'm speaking to the designer/blogger about her love of fashion and how traveling the world has had a bigger influence on her style than her hometown of Austin, Texas. Visit lexiconofstyle.co to shop scarves. Find @lexiconofstyle on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and Pinterest. Sign up for my newsletter at bit.ly/pnpletter. There's now a Facebook group for the show! Head to fb.me /PoisedPodcast and click "Like"! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review on iTunes!

This is one is for the fellas! Francois Duperval co-owners Dave and Jean-Claude are the first guests for Season 2 of Poised n Polished. We chat about how the brand got started and the guys give me advice on rocking athleisure for the fall since I'm clueless! Follow Francois Duperval on Instagram, Twitter, Tumblr and Facebook @francdprvl. Don't forget to follow the show on Twitter @PoisedPodcast! Make sure you sign up for the newsletter at bit.ly/pnpletter!

A quick snippet about what to expect from Season 2 of Poised n Polished... Live tweeting the show? Be sure to follow the podcast tag the show @PoisedPodcast.

Style Blogger Jenn of Jennesis of Chic is here talking about the best trends for fall, September Issues, the Adam Lippes for Target collection and more! Live tweeting the show? Be sure to use #PoisednPolished

Lisa Pastor of Two Eggs dishes about her Brooklyn-based women's accessories line. Lisa explains how southern girls dress for college football games, breaks down her Top 5 rappers, and explains why every girl should be in a gang. Oh yeah, there's a special code so you can save 20% off your purchase at Two Eggs - get the money bag! - but first, Esta tells you where she found her favorite new lip color. twoeggs.co @ItsEstaFiesta @PoisedPodcast #PoisednPolished

Brittny, Guy Jr. and Kells of Harlem Haberdashery chat about the family business, the importance of a good tailor, the #1 style mistake most men are guilty of and much more - like which one of these three was crowned best dressed in elementary school! Live tweeting the show? Use #PoisednPolished @ItsEstaFiesta @PoisedPodcast

Esta Fiesta talks to the founders of fitness line Sw3at Apparel Tamiah and Alyza Brevard-Rodriguez. We discuss the best way to drop pounds before the summer is over, why people might not like Rae Sremmurd and if beauty bloggers have any business talking about social justice. Ever.