Your Body, Your Clothes, and the Self-Talk in Between

Style as Self-Expression: The Hello Tallulah Story

In this heartfelt conversation, Laura Infante sits down with Kristina Uriegas-Reyes, founder of Hello Tallulah, San Antonio's award-winning vintage boutique specializing in authentic 1940s-1970s fashion. Kristina opens up about her journey from thrifting in high school to becoming a voice for sustainability and body positivity in the vintage world. She shares the raw realities of running a boutique from navigating slow business days and autoimmune challenges to creating a space where every body, every size, and every person feels celebrated. In this episode, you'll discover: * How Kristina transitioned from New York street style blogger to vintage boutique owner * Why sustainability and quality make vintage fashion superior to fast fashion * Practical tips for beginners wanting to experiment with vintage style * Why size inclusivity matters deeply in the vintage community Whether you're vintage-curious, a sustainability advocate, or simply love stories of creative entrepreneurship, this episode celebrates the magic that happens when personal style becomes permission to be fully yourself—at every age. Connect with Hello Tallulah: 📍 1912 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio, TX 🌐 hellotallulah.com [http://hellotallulah.com] 📱 @hello_tallulah on Instagram & TikTok

Your Body, Your Clothes, and the Self-Talk in Between

In this conversation, Laura Infante and Alyssa Booth explore the complex relationship women have with their bodies and self-image. They discuss the societal pressures that contribute to negative self-talk, the impact of shame, and the importance of self-acceptance. Alyssa shares insights on how women can navigate their body image issues, recognize signs of disordered eating, and embrace their current selves through compassionate self-talk and intentional dressing. The discussion also touches on the influence of societal standards on fashion choices and the importance of finding personal style. ⚠️ Content note: This episode discusses body image and disordered eating, which may be triggering for some listeners. Please listen with care. Connect with Laura: Instagram: https://instagram.com/circularfashionconnection [https://instagram.com/circularfashionconnection] Facebook: https://facebook.com/circularfashionconnection [https://facebook.com/circularfashionconnection] If you found value in today's episode, I would love it if you could leave a review.